South Bay Weekend: Cooling Centers, Nelson’s at Terranea, dineLA, RUHS Football Booster, Sandcastle Day, Pig Roast, Concert at Columbia Park, MB Parks & Rec 75th Anniversary, Acoustic Sundays & More
A little high-pressure heat curls its way into another South Bay Weekend and no one should be the least bit surprised as late summer high temps were the norm last August through October and seem to be a weathering hallmark of future South Bay summers. At the beginning of June Los Angeles County issued a list of community cooling centers; some locations are in the South Bay and could provide a nice respite for those not equipped with air conditioning.
Here’s an upscale heat hack that feels like a vacation: Like a Spanish Manor guarding secret treasure, Terranea Resort sits atop an ocean vista that’s absolutely astonishing, encompassing a swath of real estate that has some of Southern California’s last remaining sea-side panoramas yet to be obstructed by crowds, commercialism, or cars. One of the most underrated and unique experiences in the South Bay, is the summer concert Series at Nelson’s at Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Below are a list of South Bay Events happening this weekend.
DineLA Week Summer Return The widely-popular, twice-yearly program presented by the L.A. Tourism and Convention Board returns for its second summer plating in mid-July and features delicious, specially priced prix fixe menus for lunch and/or dinner. A wide variety of restaurants throughout Los Angeles are participating in dineLA Week and naturally some venues happen to serve the South Bay culinary landscape. With lunch menus ranging from $15 to $25 and dinner menus ranging from $30 to $50, you are sure to get great value at low risk. blog
RUHS Sea Hawks 12th Man Football Booster: Saturday, July 23, 2016 - 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM The Sea Hawks 12th Man Football Booster Club is hosting the 3rd annual Pancake Breakfast. Come out to enjoy a wonderful breakfast with our players, coaches, parents and staff. We will be serving pancakes, sausage, eggs, fresh fruit, coffee/tea, milk and orange juice. Tickets are $10.00 each; all proceeds are to support the Redondo Union High School Football Program.
Family Sandcastle Day at CMA: Saturday, July 23, 2016 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Relive your favorite memories and create new ones during CMA’s Family Sandcastle Building Day. All you need to bring is your best sandcastle building tools, a little shovel and bucket, and your castle creativity to this fun beach event. The sand on Cabrillo Beach will be thoroughly wet down to prepare for sand construction the rest is up to you! This is a free event open to everyone. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: 3720 Stephen M White Dr, San Pedro, CA 90731 www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org
Pig Roast at El Segundo Brewing Company: Saturday, July 23, 2016 - Noon ESBC is opening up their doors this Saturday around noon when Barley Hops Grill stops by to roast a whole pig. A $20 ticket gets “all you can eat pig and fixins” and of course there will be beer on tap; backyard games like giant Jenga and corn-hole on site at the brewer too. El Segudo Brewery: 140 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245
Free Concert at Columbia Park: Saturday, July 23, 2016 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM The Torrance Community Services Department presents the first Concert in the Park of the summer. Bring snacks and a blanket, and come out to Columbia Park to enjoy a free concert by Lisa Haley & the Zydekats. The band is a fun Americana/Cajun/Zydeco act featuring Grammy nominee Lisa Haley on violin, Dennis Gurwell on accordion, Andy Anders on bass and Cam Tyler on drums. For more information, call the Cultural Services Division at (310) 618-2376
2016 Summer of Music Free Concerts on the Pier: Saturday, July 23, 2016 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM For over 20 years, the Redondo Pier Association has sponsored the biggest free summer concert series in the South Bay of Los Angeles. Summer of Music featuring 20 bands, continues on Saturday, July 23 with a performance by In Contempt (Soul). The all-ages live music shows are free and open to the public and the main stage is located at the end of the historical Redondo Beach Pier over the water. more info
Manhattan Beach Neptunian Woman’s Club Garage Sale Fundraiser: Sunday, July 24, 2016 - 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM The Manhattan Beach Neptunian Woman’s Club will be hosting their annual Garage Sale this Sunday, July 24th from 8:00am to 11:00am at the Neptunian Woman’s Clubhouse located at 920 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach. All proceeds of the Garage Sale will be going towards the rennovation of the Neptunian Woman’s Clubhouse to help enhance resources and better serve the community. more info
Manhattan Beach Dept. of Parks & Rec. 75th Anniversary Celebration & Concert : Sunday, July 24, 2016 - 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM This day long event will highlight what Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation does best! To celebrate a sense of place and community! From games and activities for the whole family to fitness to sports to arts and aquatics there will be something for everyone. There will be live music and entertainment throughout the day, delicious food and local vendors. more info
Acoustic Sundays at The Dudes’ Brewery: Sunday, July 24, 2016 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Listen to this week’s guest, Allie Quinn while you taste the delicious brews. On tap in the Torrance tasting room this Sunday is JuiceBox Series Peach Berliner Weisse, Blood Orange Amber Ale, The WRug White Russian Imerial Nitroginated Stout, CalifornIPA and a dozen more. The Dudes’ Brewery is located at 1840 W 208th St, Torrance, CA 90501.
