{"id":227172,"date":"2026-03-19T17:25:08","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T17:25:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/227172\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T17:25:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T17:25:08","slug":"things-to-do-in-the-long-beach-south-bay-areas-march-20-26-daily-breeze","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/227172\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in the Long Beach, South Bay areas, March 20-26 \u2013 Daily Breeze"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Friday<\/p>\n<p>Annual Lenten Fish Fry 2026: Presented by Torrance Knights of Columbus. Nativity Church Annex, 1415 Engracia Ave. 5-7 p.m. $17, $12 for seniors and $10 for children under 12. 310-974-2279.<\/p>\n<p>Antony and Cleopatra: Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Helen Borgers Theatre, 4250 Atlantic Ave. 8 p.m. Also 8 p.m. March 21 and 2 p.m. March 22. $31.50; $21.50 for students. 562-997-1494, <a href=\"http:\/\/lbshakespeare.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lbshakespeare.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Collected Treasures: Fundraiser presented by The Circle. Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Also 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 21 and 1-3 p.m. March 22. <a href=\"http:\/\/pvartcenter.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pvartcenter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Gem of the Ocean: By August Wilson and directed by Rovin Jay. Long Beach Playhouse Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. 8 p.m. Also 8 p.m. March 21. $20-$32. 562-494-1014, <a href=\"http:\/\/lbplayhouse.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lbplayhouse.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Jose Antonio Rodriguez: With wine tasting. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 8 p.m. Starting at $28.43. 310-833-4813, <a href=\"http:\/\/grandvision.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">grandvision.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Lunch and Learn: Sex after menopause. The session will explore the physical aspects of sex after menopause, including surgical menopause and estrogen-suppressing medications, and provide practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance comfort, libido and pleasure without medication. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Torrance. 12:30-1 p.m., lunch. 1-2 p.m., workshop.\u00a0 Advance registration is required. To register, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/CSCSouthBay.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">CSCSouthBay.org<\/a> and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.<\/p>\n<p>Saturday<\/p>\n<p>30-minute Beach Clean-up: Presented by Justin Rudd and the Community Action Team. Meet at Granada Ave. and Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. 9:30 and 10 a.m. <a href=\"http:\/\/justinrudd.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">justinrudd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Annual Maker and Talent Fair: Presented by The Young Entrepreneurs of El Segundo. El Segundo High School front yard, 640 Main St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/gmpIF\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/gmpIF<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Arts Film Series: In honor of Women\u2019s History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 1-4:30 p.m. 562-570-6729, <a href=\"http:\/\/longbeach.gov\/library\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Coding with Spheros: STEM and STEAM. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billy Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 1-2 p.m. 562-570-7500, <a href=\"http:\/\/longbeach.gov\/library\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Dining in the South Bay: Two-part \u201cCulinary History Series\u201d with Richard Foss. (1945-1986). Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway. 2-3 p.m. 310-318-0675, <a href=\"https:\/\/library.redondo.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">library.redondo.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Divas of Soul: Starring Cece Teneal. Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 8 p.m. $53-97. 310-544-0403, 221, <a href=\"http:\/\/palosverdesperformingarts.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">palosverdesperformingarts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Gospel Concert: Presented by the Joanna Medawar Nachef Singers. James R. Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. 7 p.m. $35 for general admission; $10 for seniors and students. 310-781-7171, jmnsingers.com.<\/p>\n<p>Guided Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10:30 a.m. 310-541-7613, <a href=\"http:\/\/pvplc.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pvplc.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Magic Bingo: Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. Nakano Theater, 3330 Civic Center Drive. 8 p.m. $32. 310-781-7171, <a href=\"http:\/\/torrancearts.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">torrancearts.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Prom Dress Sale: Presented by the South Bay Auxiliary Thrift Shop. St. Cross Episcopal Church, 1818 Monterey Blvd., Hermosa Beach. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 310-722-4607.<\/p>\n<p>Spring Concert: Presented by the South Bay Landlights Community Choir. Grand View Elementary Performing Arts Center, 2617 Bell Ave., Manhattan Beach. 4-5 p.m. $35. <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/6bzNL\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/6bzNL<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Tales Bridging Generations: History and culture. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 10 a.m.-noon. 562-570-7500, <a href=\"http:\/\/longbeach.gov\/library\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Team Leader Training: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, <a href=\"http:\/\/pvplc.volunteerhub.com\/vv2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pvplc.volunteerhub.com\/vv2<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Spinal Tap Double Feature: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 12:30 p.m. through Mar. 23. $14. <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/3YPgk\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/3YPgk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Wandering Jews Hike: Saturday afternoon hikes on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Most hikes are easy or moderately difficult, taking 1-2 hours. Adults, kids, seniors and dogs are welcome. Information: wanderingjewscnt@gmail.com for the meeting time and place.<\/p>\n<p>Sunday<\/p>\n<p>5-Day Silent, Directed Retreat: Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 6 p.m. through 1:30 p.m. March 27. $600-$750. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, <a href=\"http:\/\/maryjoseph.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">maryjoseph.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Mozart\u2019s Requiem: Presented by Long Beach Camerata Singers. Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church, 5195 Stearns St. 4:30 p.m. $46-$60. <a href=\"http:\/\/longbeachcameratasingers.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">longbeachcameratasingers.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Passport Fair: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. <a href=\"http:\/\/pvld.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pvld.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>South Bay Chamber Music Society: Featuring Joanne Pearce Martin, piano and Jin-Shan Dai, violin. Pacific Unitarian Church, 5621 Montemalaga Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. <a href=\"http:\/\/sbcms.net\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">sbcms.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Torrance Antique Street Faire: Come enjoy the hunt for vintage treasures when more than 200 sellers transform the streets of downtown Torrance into an eclectic open-air antique flea market. At 1317 Sartori Ave. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 310-328-6107.<\/p>\n<p>Monday<\/p>\n<p>Composition Faculty Recital: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Carpenter Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m.\u00a0 $8.75-$23.75. 562-985-7000, <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/fH3f2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/fH3f2<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Conversational Spanish: Presented by Peninsula Seniors. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 1:45-3 p.m. 310-377-3003, <a href=\"http:\/\/pvseniors.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pvseniors.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Health Screenings: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 562-570-1047, <a href=\"http:\/\/longbeach.gov\/library\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday<\/p>\n<p>2026 Redondo Beach State of the City: Presented by Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce. Sonesta Redondo Beach and Marina Hotel, 300 N. Harbor Drive. 7-9 a.m. $45 for members; $55 for future members and guests. <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/3QNr1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/3QNr1<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>University Flute Quartet and University Flute Choir: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Carpenter Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. Also 3 p.m. March 15. $8.75-$23.75. 562-985-7000, <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/fH3f2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/fH3f2<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Virtual Author Talk: \u201cAmerica\u2019s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis\u201d with journalist Shoshana Walter. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 11 a.m.-noon. 562-570-6128, <a href=\"http:\/\/longbeach.gov\/library\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday<\/p>\n<p>Bohannon Lecture Series: \u201cBob Dylan and the Nobel Prize,\u201d featuring Ann and Lee Strong. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, <a href=\"http:\/\/pvseniors.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pvseniors.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Know Your H2O: Water quality and monitoring. Presented by West Basin Municipal Water District. Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility, 1935 S. Hughes Way, El Segundo. 6-8 p.m. <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/wDnET\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/wDnET<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Long Beach Young Professionals Networking Mixer: Presented by Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Boos and Associates CPA, 180 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 900. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $15 for members; $35 for guests and prospective members. <a href=\"https:\/\/shorturl.at\/vYCNX\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">shorturl.at\/vYCNX<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Upcoming<\/p>\n<p>FC Barcelona Soccer Camp: Toyota Sports Complex, 555 Maple Ave., Torrance. July 6-10. Register at <a href=\"http:\/\/fcbarcelona.us\/locations\/los-angeles\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">fcbarcelona.us\/locations\/los-angeles<\/a>. Use the code FCBLASOUTH50 to enjoy a $50 discount on your registration.<\/p>\n<p>Ongoing<\/p>\n<p>Art of Wood Carving: Presented by California Carvers Guild. Meets from 8 a.m. to noon every Monday and Wednesday. Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St., Room 207, Long Beach. 562-570-3500.<\/p>\n<p>Blankets of Love: Weekly knitting\/crocheting baby blankets for those in need in the L.A. area. Joslyn Center, 1601 N. Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach. 3-5 p.m. Thursdays. <a href=\"http:\/\/blanketsoflovesouthbay.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">blanketsoflovesouthbay.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Club of Harps: The harmonica club for all skill levels meets every Wednesday and Thursday at the Long Beach Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St. 1:30-3 p.m. Information: <a href=\"http:\/\/clubofharps.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">clubofharps.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Dance Fitness: With Ziann. Lincoln Park, 101 Pacific Ave., Long Beach. 1-2 p.m. Fridays. 562-570-3551.<\/p>\n<p>Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: Peer-based support group for people dealing with mood disorders. Meetings are available on Zoom and in person. Information: Scott, 310-497-8801 or woodscott516@yahoo.com; Peggy, 310-548-3457; or <a href=\"http:\/\/dbsasouthbay.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">dbsasouthbay.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Mindfulness Class for Kids: Offered by Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. Through free play, art, guided visualization and affirmation, kids are taught the power they already have within themselves to create a life they love. 11 a.m.-noon Sundays. Information: 310-540-5080 or office@redondocsl.org<\/p>\n<p>NAMI South Bay: Family and peer support groups for mental illness are meeting virtually at this time. Information on times and dates: <a href=\"http:\/\/namisouthbay.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">namisouthbay.com<\/a>; or Paul Stansbury, pstans5@aol.com.<\/p>\n<p>Riley\u2019s Red Wagon: Book swap open daily (unless it\u2019s raining). 9 a.m. until dark. 3040 E. First St. First-time guests can have five free books. <a href=\"http:\/\/justinrudd.com\/cat.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">justinrudd.com\/cat.html<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Shoreline Speaker\u2019s Toastmasters: For more than 30 years, Shoreline Speakers Toastmasters has provided a supportive and positive environment for people to become confident public speakers and strong leaders. Visitors are welcome. 7-8 a.m. every first and third Wednesday on Zoom. Information and to receive a meeting link: jgrobaty@gmail.com.<\/p>\n<p>Social Skills Classes: For adolescents and young adults. Presented by We Are Team Us. Social weekly sessions, 4-5 p.m. Mondays. PEERS for Adolescents, 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. Information: 424-241-0058, contact@weareteamus.co or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteamus.co\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">weareteamus.co<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>South Bay Film Society Showing: \u201cCalle Malaga.\u201d Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. Wednesday, March 25. 7-8:55 p.m. <a href=\"http:\/\/southbayfilmsociety.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">southbayfilmsociety.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Tango Lesson: With Sharna. Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Company, 230 Pine Ave., Long Beach. 6:45 p.m. every Wednesday. <a href=\"http:\/\/sharnafabiano.com\/tango\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">sharnafabiano.com\/tango<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Team Taiko Drum Class: Winter session. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through March 30. $13-$28 per class. 310-833-4813, <a href=\"http:\/\/grandvision.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">grandvision.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Toastmasters Club 280: Levy Torrance Adult School, 3420 W. 229th Place. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. 310-532-1209.<\/p>\n<p>TOPS (Long Beach): Bolivar Park, 3300 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood. 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays. 562-278-5603.<\/p>\n<p>TOPS (South Bay): Take Off Pounds Sensibly. The Harbor Church, 25401 S. Western Ave., Lomita. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-378-2920.<\/p>\n<p>Trivia Night: The Bungalow, 6400, E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 7 p.m. every Thursday. <a href=\"http:\/\/thebungalow.com\/long-beach\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">thebungalow.com\/long-beach<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Welcome Orientation: Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Participants will be given a virtual tour of the community and learn about the many free programs that CSC South Bay offers for cancer patients and their loved ones. To register for this virtual meeting, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/CSCSouthBay.org\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">CSCSouthBay.org<\/a> and select the online calendar. 11 a.m. every Monday and Friday. Information: Norma Gonzalez, cancer support navigator, Norma@CSCSouthbay.org or 310-376- 3550.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Compiled by Robert Doss<\/p>\n<p>Send calendar announcements two weeks prior to the scheduled event to calendar@dailybreeze.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Friday Annual Lenten Fish Fry 2026: Presented by Torrance Knights of Columbus. 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