Out & About: Things to do in the Long Beach, South Bay areas, April 10-16 (original) (raw)
Friday
2026 Annual Show and Sale: Presented by the South Coast Cactus and Succulent Society. Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 1-5 p.m. Also 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 11. pvartcenter.org.
Adult Enrichment Storytime: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 10:45-11:15 a.m. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.
Amazing Art Expo: Hilton Long Beach, 701 W. Ocean Blvd. 6-9 p.m. Also Noon-6 p.m. April 11-12. amazingartexpo.com.
Cherubino’s Rise and Fall: Part 1 of the Mozart/Da Ponte Project. Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. CSULB’s University Theatre, Seventh St. and E. Campus Drive. 7:30 p.m. Also 7:30 p.m. April 11 and 2 p.m. April 12. 18.75−18.75-18.75−28.75. 562-985-7000, shorturl.at/fH3f2.
Lectures with Lianne: “East Africa: The Serengeti, and the Masai Warriors” with Steve Blinder. Fred Hesse Park, 29301 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 4 p.m. Friday, April 10. shorturl.at/IQl4A.
Murder on the High Seas: A Farewell Voyage to Die For. Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach. 7 p.m. $95.40. shorturl.at/7w2UM.
A Musical Crossover Journey: Presented by the Primetime Players. Silverado Park Senior Center, 1545 W. 31st St., Long Beach. 11 a.m. 714-269-7496.
Smooth Criminal: A tribute to Michael Jackson. Presented by the Dirty Secret Burlesque, Harvelle’s, 201 E. Broadway, Long Beach. 8 and 10 p.m. Starting at $22. shorturl.at/LG1L6.
Saturday
90th Anniversary Celebration: Hosted by Hermosa Beach Lawn Bowling Club, 861 Valley Drive. 8:30 a.m. hblbc.org.
Art Exhibit Opening: For “Transformations.” Diversions Fine Arts Gallery, 1069 N. Aviation Blvd., Manhattan Beach. 4-7 p.m. Exhibit runs through May 3. 213-296-7457, diversionfinearts.com.
Breakin’: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. $14. shorturl.at/MBEDu.
Dia de Los Ninos Bubble Party: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Mark Twain Public Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St. 2-3 p.m. 562-570-1046, longbeach.gov/library.
Earth Day Book Sale: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 1-3 p.m. 562-570-1040, longbeach.gov/library.
Earth Day/Kids Fest: Presented by Carson. Dolphin Park, 21205 Water St. 11 a.m. Information and to register: 310-549-4560.
Film Screening: “Southeast Asian American Journeys.” Presented by Long Beach Public Library in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 3-5 p.m. 562-570-1038, longbeach.gov/library.
Friends of the Library Book Sale: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 805-890-0240, longbeach.gov/library.
Lawndale Filter Exchange: O’Reilly Auto Parts, 15122 ½ Hawthorne Blvd., Lawndale. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Lego Shipbuilding Contest: Sponsored by the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Los Angeles Maritime Museum, Berth 84, foot of Sixth St., San Pedro. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. shorturl.at/DMeE5.
Multi-Piano Extravaganza: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 4 p.m. 8.75−8.75-8.75−23.75. 562-985-7000, shorturl.at/fH3f2.
Nature Club for Kids: Trees. Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.
Native Plant Sales: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10:30 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.
Not the Right Mom: “One Mother’s Misadventures in Autism.” Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive. 8 p.m. 25−25-25−35. 310-781-7171, torrancearts.org.
Scottish Fiddlers Spring Concert: Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $30. scottishfiddlers.org.
Spring Gala: “Celebrating the Central Park Five Opera.” Presented by Long Beach Opera. Located at 440 Elm Ave. 6 p.m. $250. longbeachopera.org.
Superbloom Spirituality: “Awakening the Soul in California’s Season of Bloom.” Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. $50. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org.
Taste the Shore: Presented by Belmont Shore Second Street Business Association. 1-4 p.m. $75. Starting location will be provided in e-mail with ticket confirmation. To purchase tickets: belmontshore.org.
Teen Hobby Fair: Health and wellness. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 2:30-3:30 p.m. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.
The Doo Wop Project: “The Ultimate Celebration of Classic and Modern Hits.” Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 7 p.m. 53−53-53−97. 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.
Women in STEM Careers: Geared toward middle and high school students. Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 310-318-0675, library.redondo.org.
Sunday
King Kong: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 3, 5:15 and 7:30 p.m. $14. https://shorturl.at/MBEDu.
Newfangled Four Barbershop Quartet: St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 6201 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 4 p.m. stgregoryschurch.com.
Wild and Scenic Film Festival Screening: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Redondo Union High School, 1 Sea Hawk Way. 4 p.m. Earth Day activities and snacks, 3 p.m. pvplc.org.
Women’s Circle Group: Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 12:30 p.m. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.
Monday
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.
Percussion Ensembles: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. 8.75−8.75-8.75−23.75. 562-985-7000, shorturl.at/fH3f2.
Silent Piano Concert: Presented by MindTravel. Miramar Park, 201 Paseo De La Playa, Redondo Beach. 6:30 p.m. $58.89. shorturl.at/FvYcY.
Trail Run Film Fest: Art Theatre, 2025 E. Fourth St., Long Beach. 6-9:30 p.m. $21.40. shorturl.at/BRGEI.
Tuesday
A Musical Crossover Journey: Presented by the Primetime Players. El Dorado Park West Senior Center, 2800 N. Studebaker Road, Long Beach. 2 p.m. 714-269-7496.
Art: Expressive mixed media. This creative workshop offers a supportive environment to explore self-expression through various art techniques. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Advance registration is required and space is limited. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Clay Basics: “Pinch Pot, Coil and Slab.” Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 4-6 p.m. 562-570-5756, longbeach.gov/library.
Collegium Musicum: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. 562-985-7000, shorturl.at/fH3f2.
Evening for Educators: AAPI Series. Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. 4:30-6:30 p.m. 562-437-1689, molaa.org.
South Bay Bridge Club: For beginners and intermediate players. Located at 21400 Narbonne Ave., Lomita. 10 a.m.-noon. 310-325-7222.
Virtual Author Talk: “On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft” with Brad Taylor. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 4-5 p.m. 562-570-6128, longbeach.gov/library.
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.
Wednesday
A Musical Crossover Journey: Presented by the Primetime Players. Alpert Jewish Community Center, 3801 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 12:30 p.m. 714-269-7496.
Bohannon Lecture Series: “Retirement Income Planning,” featuring Sachin Maheshwari, wealth advisor with EP Wealth Advisors. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.
Earth Day Crafternoon: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 562-570-3136, longbeach.gov/library.
Long Beach Garden Club: “Mosquitos” by Vector Control. St. Gregory’s Church, 6201 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 9:45 a.m.-noon.
PVP Village Info Session: Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 11 a.m. 310-991-3324, peninsulavillagepvp@gmail.com.
Stress and the Spirit (virtual): The session will focus on strengthening self-connection and relationships with a higher power while offering practical strategies to help participants tap into inner wisdom and deepen their connection with others. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Noon-1 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Vegan Potluck: Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 6-8 p.m. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.
Woodwind Chamber: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. 8.75−8.75-8.75−23.75. 562-985-7000, shorturl.at/fH3f2.
Upcoming
FC Barcelona Soccer Camp: Toyota Sports Complex, 555 Maple Ave., Torrance. July 6-10. Register at fcbarcelona.us/locations/los-angeles. Use the code FCBLASOUTH50 to enjoy a $50 discount on your registration.
Ongoing
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.
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.
Charlotte’s Web Radio Show: Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Helen Borgers Theatre, 4250 Atlantic Blvd. 8 p.m. April 10-11 and 2 p.m. April 12. $21.50. Runs through April 19. 562-997-1494, lbshakespeare.org.
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.
Dance Fitness: With Ziann. Lincoln Park, 101 Pacific Ave., Long Beach. 1-2 p.m. Fridays. 562-570-3551.
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.
Harvey: By Mary Chase and directed by Bob Fetes. Presented by Long Beach Playhouse. Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. 8 p.m. April 10-11 and 2 p.m. April 12. 10−10-10−35. 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.
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.
NAMI South Bay: Family and peer support groups for mental illness are meeting virtually at this time. Information on times and dates: namisouthbay.com; or Paul Stansbury, pstans5@aol.com.
Riley’s Red Wagon: Book swap open daily (unless it’s raining). 9 a.m. until dark. 3040 E. First St. First-time guests can have five free books. justinrudd.com/cat.html.
Shoreline Speaker’s 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.
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.
South Bay Film Society Showing: “Life is Life.” Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. Wednesday, April 15. 7-9 p.m. southbayfilmsociety.com.
Tango Lesson: With Sharna. Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Company, 230 Pine Ave., Long Beach. 6:45 p.m. every Wednesday. sharnafabiano.com/tango.
Toastmasters Club 280: Levy Torrance Adult School, 3420 W. 229th Place. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. 310-532-1209.
TOPS (Long Beach): Bolivar Park, 3300 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood. 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays. 562-278-5603.
TOPS (South Bay): Take Off Pounds Sensibly. The Harbor Church, 25401 S. Western Ave., Lomita. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-378-2920.
Trivia Night: The Bungalow, 6400, E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 7 p.m. every Thursday. thebungalow.com/long-beach.
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 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.
– Compiled by Robert Doss
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