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Arsenic and Old Lace: By Joseph Kesselring and directed by Joe Mantanari. Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Helen Borgers Theatre, 4250 Atlantic Ave. 8 p.m.. Also 8 p.m. Oct. 18 and 2 p.m. Oct. 19. $16.50. 562-997-1494, lbshakespeare.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Blood Drive: Presented by the Red Cross, Rancho Palos Verdes and the Rotary Club of Palos Verdes Peninsula. Hesse Park McTaggart Hall, 29301 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. shorturl.fm\/fadD1<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hide: Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from the novella Robert Louis Stevenson. Directed by David Scaglione. Long Beach Playhouse Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. 8 p.m. Also 8 p.m. Oct. 18. $35. 562-494-1014, shorturl.at\/HCQOo<\/a>.<\/p>\n E-Bike Safety Course: Presented by Rancho Palos Verdes. Peninsula High School, 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 10 a.m.-noon. Register at tinyurl.com\/ebikesafetycourse<\/a>.<\/p>\n God of Carnage: Manhattan Beach Community Church Theater, 303 S. Peck Ave. 8 p.m. Also 8 p.m. Oct. 18 and 2 p.m. Oct. 19. $25 for general admission. mbcctheater.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Rapid Response: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 9 a.m.-noon. pvplc.volunteerhub.com\/vv2<\/a>.<\/p>\n Scarium Family Night: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 6:30-9 p.m. $28.95, $18.95 for members and children under 3 free. 562-590-3100, aquariumofpacific.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Scooby-Doo: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. $14.64. shorturl.fm\/Wqzjq<\/a>.<\/p>\n Stevie Ray Visited: Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 8 p.m. $31.23 and up. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Saturday<\/p>\n 5th Annual Community Fair: Presented by Kiwanis Redondo Beach. Anderson Park, 3007 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring non-perishable food donations. redondokiwanis@gmail.com.<\/p>\n 30-minute Beach Clean-up: Presented by Justin Rudd and the Community Action Team. Meet at 1 S. Granada Ave., Long Beach. 9:30 and 10 a.m. justinrudd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 2025 Halloween Stemebration: Battleship USS IOWA, 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro. 6-10 p.m. shorturl.fm\/yFqvw<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bilateral Drawing with Intention: Sacred Expression Series. Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. $50. 310-377-4867, ext. 250. maryjoseph.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Celebrity Lecture Series: \u201cNo Where to go but Up: The Man who Invented the Vertical Lift Fan for the Joint Striker Fighter,\u201d featuring Dr. Paul Bevilaqua, world-renown aeronautical engineer. Western Museum of Flight, 3315 Airport Drive, Torrance. 11 a.m. 310-326-9544, wmof.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Forgiveness of Others (virtual): Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 10 a.m.-noon. $45. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Genealogy Drop-in: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 10-11:30 a.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 601, pvld.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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, pvplc.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Italian Baroque Community Concert: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. Noon-1:30 p.m. 562-570-1042, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Learn About Aerospace Engineering: STEM and STEAM. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 562-570-1038, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Los Pinguos: With pre-concert wine tasting. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 8 p.m. Starting at $31.23. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Nuestra America: Author Talk Watch Party. Vida Latina. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 11 a.m.-noon. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Outdoor Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Alta Vicente Reserve, 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n PV Writes Together Write-in: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 1-3 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Rapid Response: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Forrestal Reserve, 32201 Forrestal Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. pvplc.volunteerhub.com\/vv2<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sew It Goes: Luchador Plushie Workshop. Vida Latina. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 1-4 p.m. 562-570-5756, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Music of Journey: Presented by Long Beach Symphony. Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. Starting at $54.20. 562-436-3203, ext. 1, longbeachsymphony.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 Sunday<\/p>\n 5th Annual Long Beach Trans Pride: Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Ave. 1-6 p.m. transpridelongbeach.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 60th Anniversary Gala: Hosted by the Long Beach Camerata Singers. Westin Long Beach, 333 E. Ocean Blvd. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. shorturl.fm\/ATR4r<\/a>.<\/p>\n 2025 MOLAA GALA\/Auction: Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. 6-10 p.m. 562-437-1689, molaa.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Army of Darkness: Hosted by Gorgazma. Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 8:30 p.m. $17.85. shorturl.fm\/ITfTF<\/a>.<\/p>\n A Sound Bath in the Park: With Lainey Atwood. Presented by Friends of Willow Springs Park. Willow Springs Park, 2745 Orange Ave., Long Beach. 3-4:30 p.m. RSVP at WSPExperiences@gmail.com.<\/p>\n Belmont Shore Book Fair: Presented by Belmont Shore 2nd Street Business Association. Chase Bank, 5200 E. 2nd St., Long Beach. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. belmontshore.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Cellist Daniel Smith: St. Gregory\u2019s Episcopal Church, 6201 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 4 p.m. stgregoryschurch.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Crochet with Cats: Presented by Feline Good Social Club, 301 Atlantic Blvd., Long Beach. 1:30-2:30 p.m. $25. shorturl.fm\/NNhDR<\/a>.<\/p>\n Multiple Sclerosis Support Group: Del Valle Park Activity Room, 5939 Henrilee St., Lakewood. 1 p.m. franitkoff@cs.com.<\/p>\n Native Plant Garden Volunteer Event: Presented by Rancho Palos Verdes. Point Vicente Interpretive Center, 31501 Palos Verdes West. 10 a.m.-noon. iwanttohelp@tidalinfluence.com.<\/p>\n Piano Recital: Featuring pianist Bruce Russell. Presented by the Board of Cultural Arts. First Congregational Church of Long Beach, 241 Cedar Ave. 3 p.m. shorturl.fm\/S3ExK<\/a>.<\/p>\n Quattrocento: \u201cFour Centuries of Italian Music.\u201d Presented by Musica Angelica. First Congregational Church, 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Starting at $40. 562-276-0865, musicaangelica.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n South Bay Chamber Music Society: Featuring the Fiato Quartet. Pacific Unitarian Church, 5621 Montemalaga Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. 3 p.m. sbcms.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n Monday<\/p>\n Conversational Spanish: Presented by Peninsula Seniors. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 1:45-3 p.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tuesday<\/p>\n After School Club: Lego building. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 4-5 p.m. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Can Anyone Draw Workshop: Featuring Disney animator Saul Blinkoff. Presented by the Jewish Community Center, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. 7 p.m. RSVP at shorturl.fm\/HB7jW<\/a>.<\/p>\n Chakra Series (virtual): Communication and expression. Participants will examine the connection between emotions, words, communication, and expression. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Noon-1 p.m. To register for this virtual workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org<\/a> and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.<\/p>\n Concert Band: Spooktacular. Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8.75-$23.75. shorturl.at\/vAhcm<\/a>.<\/p>\n Fall Pumpkin Centerpieces: Arts and crafts. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 4:30-6 p.m. 562-570-1042, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Salsa Night: Presented by 2nd & PCH, 6400 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 6-9 p.m. 2ndandpch.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Yoga Class: With Dayna Lemieux. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 11 a.m.-noon. $10 per class. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.<\/p>\n Wednesday<\/p>\n Bohannon Lecture Series: \u201cMy Two Weeks in Uzbekistan,\u201d featuring local historian Jim Shneer. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Carson Veterans and Community Resource Fair: Presented by U.S. Vets Inglewood and Carson\u2019s Veterans Affairs Commission. Carson Event Center, 801 Carson St. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 310-483-1650, kknox@usvets.org.<\/p>\n Centering Prayer Group (virtual): Improving our relationship with God. Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 7:30 p.m. 310-377-4867, maryjoseph.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Halloween Costume Swap: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 4-5 p.m. 562-570-3136, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Navigating the New Digital Age: Workshop on AI and privacy. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 3-5 p.m. 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Thriving Again (virtual): The value of an everyday moment. Participants will gain tools to find meaning and connection while facing a cancer diagnosis, treatment, metastatic disease, or survivorship. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 1-2 p.m. To register for this virtual workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org<\/a> and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.<\/p>\n Virtual Author Talk: In Conversation with Malala Yousafzai. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 4-5 p.m. 562-570-6128, longbeach.gov\/library<\/a>.<\/p>\n Woodwind Quintet and Brass Quintet: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8.75-$23.75. shorturl.at\/vAhcm<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ongoing<\/p>\n 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 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. blanketsoflovesouthbay.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Book Sales: Hosted by Peninsula Friends of the Library every first Friday to Sunday (10 a.m.-5 p.m) of the month at Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. Every third Friday and Saturday (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) at Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 310-377-9584, ext. 253. Malaga Cove Library: 310-377-9584, ext. 553, pvldfriends.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bridge, Supervised Play: Improve your bridge play with helpful mentors. Friendly game where you can ask questions while you play. No partner required. South Bay Bridge Club, 24100 Narbonne Ave., Lomita. 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. $5. 310-373-8166, SBBC.Club.manager@gmail.com.<\/p>\n 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: clubofharps.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dark Harbor: Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway. 8 p.m., Sept. 26-28. $52.99 and up. Runs through Nov. 2. darkharborhalloween.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dance Fitness: With Ziann. Lincoln Park, 101 Pacific Ave., Long Beach. 1-2 p.m. Fridays. 562-570-3551.<\/p>\n 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 dbsasouthbay.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Divorce Workshop: Presented by The Law Offices of Kevin J. Kensik. For people who need help connecting with legal, financial and emotional professionals who specialize in divorce. From 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 18, at Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 310-891-2300.<\/p>\n Fairbrook Manor Haunted Estate: Fairbrook Manor, 5426 E. Fairbrook St., Long Beach. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18-19 and 25-26. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Suggested donation of $5 per person goes to Long Beach Rescue Mission.<\/p>\n Heathers: The Musical: Book, music and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O\u2019Keefe. Directed by Sean Gray. Long Beach Playhouse Studio Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. Runs through Nov. 16. 562-494-1014, shorturl.at\/oBZ91<\/a>.<\/p>\n Hello, Dolly: By Michael Steward. Music and lyrics by Jerry Herman. Directed by Gower Champion. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. Starting at $23. 562-856-1999, shorturl.fm\/fDjOp<\/a>.<\/p>\n Little Timers\/Big Timers Bereavement Support Groups: An eight-week grief support program for children ages 5-7 and ages 86-11 and their parents \/guardians\/caregivers who have experienced the death of a family member within the last two years. Presented by Taking Time: South Bay. Beach Cities Health District Building, 514 N. Prospect Ave., Suite L6, Redondo Beach. 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays from Oct. 22 to Jan.\u00a0 7. 424-634-1956, takingtime.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 email office@redondocsl.org.<\/p>\n Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson: By Kate Hamill. International City Theatre, 330 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach. $56 and up. Runs through Nov. 2. 562-495-4595, ictlongbeach.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n NAMI South Bay: Family and peer support groups for mental illness are meeting virtually at this time. Information on times and dates: namisouthbay.com<\/a>; or Paul Stansbury, pstans5@aol.com.<\/p>\n Overeaters Anonymous: First Christian Church, 2930 El Dorado St., Room 9, Torrance. 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-529-5708.<\/p>\n 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. justinrudd.com\/cat.html<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 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 weareteamus.co<\/a>.<\/p>\n South Bay Film Society Showing: \u201cKoln 75.\u201d AMC Rolling Hills, 2591 Airport Drive, Torrance. 7-8:50 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22. southbayfilmsociety.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Take Off Pounds Sensible: Bolivar Park, 3300 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood. 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays. 562-278-5603.<\/p>\n Tango Lesson: With Sharna. Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Company, 230 Pine Ave., Long Beach. 6:45 p.m. every Wednesday. sharnafabiano.com\/tango<\/a>.<\/p>\n Toastmasters Club 280: Levy Torrance Adult School, 3420 W. 229th Place. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. 310-532-1209.<\/p>\n TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly. The Harbor Church, 25401 S. Western Ave., Lomita. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-378-2920.<\/p>\n Trans Social Support Group: Social support group for transgender, gender non-conforming, gender fluid, non-binary people at all stages and gender variance, for those questioning their gender identity and need someone to talk to, friends and family members of transgender people. South Bay LGBTQ Center, 16610 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance. 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays. 310-329-6550, shorturl.at\/ZcYVb<\/a>.<\/p>\n Trivia Night: The Bungalow, 6400, E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 7 p.m. every Thursday. thebungalow.com\/long-beach<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 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 Yarn Angels South Bay: A charity group that crochets\/knits\/quilts\/sews articles for multiple local charities. Meets second and fourth Monday of the month at St. Mark\u2019s Presbyterian Church, 24027 Pennsylvania Ave., Lomita. 6-8 p.m. New members and yarn\/fabric donations are welcome. yarnangelssb@gmail.com or yarnangels.wix.com\/yarnangelssouthbay<\/a>.<\/p>\n Send calendar announcements two weeks prior to the scheduled event to calendar@dailybreeze.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Friday Arsenic and Old Lace: By Joseph Kesselring and directed by Joe Mantanari. 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