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March 14, 2017

Rock & Brews restaurants are rocking basketball season this March with the Go Mad Sweepstakes at their Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside County restaurants.

Beginning Tuesday, March 14 through Monday, April 3, guests 18 and over, who fill out a bracket in the restaurant will have the chance to win a prize from their local Rock & Brews restaurant and will also be entered to win a grand prize – a trip for two to Chicago and tickets to attend a premier music festival this summer.

The restaurants are equipped with high-tech features such as a concert quality sound system and multiple flat screen televisions and will broadcast all the 2017 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament games throughout the restaurant, creating the ultimate experience for guests and fans alike.

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March 5 – May 21, 2017

El Segundo Museum of Art presents Experience 27: ELSEGUNDISSIMO on Sunday, March 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with curatorial remarks at 2:00pm.

ELSEGUNDISSIMO is a crowd-sourced Experience, based on community feedback. What could be done better in the city? What are the sore spots, the sticking points, the areas that need improvement?

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February 10 – 19, 2017

3-D Theatricals presents Once On This Island at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center February 10 through February 19.

As is the hallmark of 3-D Theatricals, their own spin on Broadway shows will be in full-play when this glorious, Caribbean-infused family musical of enormous heart and magical wisdom opens at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. Once on This Island premiered on Broadway in 1990 and was the recipient of eight Tony Award nominations.

3-D Theatricals Executive Artistic Director T.J. Dawson says “Ahrens and Flaherty are one of America’s most talented musical theater teams; and, what they did with this simplest of stories, makes ONCE ON THIS ISLAND not only a musical for the every member of the family, but 90 must-see-minutes of sheer entertainment from start to finish!.”

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February 10 – April 16, 2017

The Palos Verdes Art Center presents the Opening Reception: Wearable Expressions 7th International Juried Exhibition on Friday, February 10 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Palos Verdes Art Center’s exhibition of wearable art returns with innovative works in fiber, jewelry and accessories by artists from around the globe chosen by an international jury. Artists participating in this year’s exhibition are from Asia, Europe, Australia and both North and South America.

Featuring wearable art in all media, Wearable Expressions promotes the adornment of the body seen through the aesthetic lens of fine art. Wearable Expressions is established to promote the sharing of new visions and the exploration of innovative techniques and materials in art to wear.

You don’t want to miss the unveiling of this amazing exhibition of wearable art!

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January 21 – May 28, 2017

Palos Verdes Art Center presents the exhibit, Aaron G. Green & California Organic Architecture, on display from January 21 through May 28.

Curated by architect and architecture historian, Alan Hess, the exhibition will feature rare photographs and original architectural renderings and plans from the noted architect’s office, as well as period shelter magazines spotlighting Green’s work.

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January 14 – March 4, 2017

The Torrance Art Museum presents the exhibit, Pulped Fictions, opening January 14 and running through March 4.

Cardboard: It surrounds us, linking our desires via the packaging of consumer goods, keeping them safe, quenching our thirst for things. It is a material rarely paid any attention…..but some artists grasp the malleability of it, as well as its strength and ability to be transformed.

This exhibit features 13 artists who have found ways to transform the pulped wood to tell new stories. Some replicate realistic objects, some explore structures, and some just delight with their humor and whimsy.

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November 5 – December 24, 2016

South Bay Galleria presents Adventure to Santa – a DreamWorks DreamPlace beginning Saturday, November 5. The experience offers guests an unforgettable journey inspired by a child’s most memorable experience: meeting Santa Claus.

Adventure to Santa – A DreamWorks DreamPlace is an immersive holiday experience that starts with Kung Fu Panda, seamlessly blending storytelling with cutting-edge technology. It features dynamic animation, entertaining light shows featuring the mischievous antics of Po and friends, as well as a private visit with Santa.

Of course, you’ll want a few keepsake photos of this amazing experience! Photo packages can be pre-purchased by visiting www.SouthBayGalleria.com and booking a reservation.

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November 11, 2016 – April 1, 2017

The L.A. D-Fenders, the development team of the Los Angeles Lakers, start the 2016-17 season with their first home game on November 11 at the Toyota Sports Center in El Segundo.

Enjoy an up-close-and-personal game with opportunities to meet the players, coaches, refs and Lakers’ Girls, complete with photo ops and autographs!

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July 5 – August 9, 2017

The City of Torrance Community Services Department in partnership with The Home Depot will be hosting the Carpenter Wagon again on select Wednesdays this summer.

Staff will help children ages 6 to 14 create a variety of wood craft projects. They can make mailboxes, toolboxes, birdhouses and more! Parents/guardians must be present in order for their child to participate.

Workshops are offered in 50-minute sessions at noon, 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. Sessions are limited to 20 participants and are offered on a first come, first serve basis. Registration will be taken 10 minutes prior to the start of each session. Participation is limited to one session per child per day.

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July 6 – August 17, 2017

The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop by for some Fun in the Sun at a variety of parks this summer.

The program will offer innovative group-based, outdoor games designed to stimulate and challenge participants. The program is non-custodial and participants are free to come and go as they please.

This program is FREE and will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the following parks on the following dates:

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August 20, 2016

Assemblyman David Hadley invites South Bay women and girls 14 and older for a Safety & Self-Defense Workshop on Saturday, August 20.

There will be two sessions: from 9 to 10:15 a.m. and 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Come to this FREE event and get some hands-on experience of helpful defense moves. While you’re there, get an update on laws impacting women’s safety.

The workshop will take place at United Studios of Self Defense located at 1728 Aviation Boulevard, Redondo Beach, CA 90278.

For additional information and to register, visit the website at https://ad66.asmrc.org/events/2nd-annual-womens-self-defense-workshop.  Read more... (104 words, 1 image, estimated 25 secs reading time)

August 20, 2016

Spyder Surfboards presents the first annual Hermosa Beach Surf Expo on Saturday, August 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Pier Plaza

The family festival will showcase interactive booths, with industry leaders that manufacture the supplies needed to make the only thing necessary to become a surfer – surfboards.

Award-winning surfboard manufacturer Dennis Jarvis will be shaping surfboards on-site and participating in a live Q &A session with Steve Albin from Aloha Glass-shop, answering questions from the audience about how boards are built.

In addition, the City of Hermosa Beach will induct four new individuals into the “Surfers Walk of Fame” Ted Robinson, Charles ‘Chip’ Post, Kelly Gibson and John Leininger.

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August 12 – September 8, 2016

Rock & Brews just announced their Fantasy Football draft party packages starting August 12 and running through September 8. It’s perfect for football fans looking for a draft party to remember.

The promotion runs from now until the kick off of the NFL season on September 8 at participating Rock & Brews locations in the Los Angeles area including Rock & Brews El Segundo and Rock & Brews Redondo Beach.

With the purchase of a party food package, guests will receive the use of a draft board complete with easy-to-remove stickers with each player’s name.

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August 20, 2016

The tenth annual Beach Shorts Film Fest will take place Saturday, August 20 at 7 p.m. at the Hermosa Beach Community Center.

The Beach Shorts Film Fest features short films 6 to 10 minutes in length with surfing or beach lifestyles as the theme. Beach lifestyles covers a broad stroke and in the past has featured skateboarding, beach volleyball, sailing, sandcastle building and so much more.

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August 23, 2016

FirstLight Home Care of South Bay and Hermosa 5-0 Senior Center will host a FREE Emergency First Aid Clinic as part of the Summer Safety Series on Tuesday, August 23 at 10:30 a.m.

The clinic will cover what to do when you or someone you love is choking, and the basics of fall prevention. Both are valuable resources to keep you and your loved ones safe, especially for family caregivers.

Everyone is welcome to attend and learn these valuable tips.

For additional information, contact Chanel Garcia at (424) 704-5337.  Read more... (115 words, 1 image, estimated 28 secs reading time)