Lunada Bay Little League 2021 Registration Is Open!

7 days ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Lunada Bay Little League 2021 Registration Is Open!

Lunada Bay home owners who want their children play in the Lunada Bay Little League Spring 2021 season can register now. Lunada Bay Little League is committed to its player safety. Due to the uncertainty of play and Covid restrictions, you are not required to submit payment with your registration this year. They are hoping that everyone who intends on playing in the spring will register so that they will have an idea of how many players and teams they may be able to form at each level.

At this time they are planning on having tryouts in early January, with team formation and practices beginning in late January, and the regular season beginning in late February. This will all depend on LA County Health Dept reopening the county for youth organized sports. Once the county has lifted the restriction, your full registration payment will be due at that time in order for your children to participate. If you would like to pay with your registration, you are more than welcome to do so. If it turns out that season play is not allowed in Spring of 2021, they will be rebating those advance registration fees. So, if you are interested in having your children play in the spring, you can register now by clicking here. When you register, note that the website will ask you to choose a division with a corresponding initial fee amount. Just choose the correct division for your child and disregard the stated fee amount. At the end of the registration process when you get to the payment page there will be a drop-down menu concerning payment. Please select “Pay Offline.” This will allow you to complete the registration process without making a payment at this time. When the Little League is able to proceed, they will reach out again about fees.

As we all know from the past, one size does not always fit all. There are always exceptions to a child’s level of play. Below are some general guidelines for divisional league ages. However, if you would like help in determining your child’s play level, you can reach out through the website to contact damian.capozzola@hotmail.com.

ages 5-6: T-ball (tee with some coach pitch)

age 7: Farm (machine/coach pitch)

ages 9-8: Minors (machine/kid pitch)

ages 11-10: Intermediate

ages 11-12: Majors

For more information regarding Lunada Bay Little League click here.

Photo courtesy of the Lunada Bay Little League

Palos Verdes Art Center 2021 Virtual Winter Registration!

2 weeks ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes Art Center 2021 Virtual Winter Registration!

The Palos Verdes Art Center is scheduling their Winter Term online only due to continuing public health concerns. The Winter Term will begin on January 11, 2021, and continue through March 13, 2021. The doors will reopen at Art Center when they can enforce strict social distancing and sanitizing guidelines, and they have been working diligently to create a safe environment for our return. Registration for the winter classes has begun, and you can find classes and registration information by clicking here.

Some of the adult classes that will be offered are: Ceramic Handbuilding, Int-Adv Wheel Throwing, Drawing Principles, Glass Mosaic, Benefits of Still Life Painting, Essentials of Painting, Experimental Oil Techniques, Intro to Alcohol Ink Painting, Intro to Water Mixable Oil, Mixed Media, Online Collage, Watercolor Techniques, Portfolio Development, and The Art of Understanding. There is also a Youth Studio – Kindergarten through 2nd Grade, which offers Imagination & Creation, & Fundamentals of Art 1 – Drawing & Painting, and 3rd-5th Grade which offers Botanical Drawing, Fundamentals of Art 2 – Drawing & Painting, and Hands On.

The Palos Verdes Art Center is located at 5504 W. Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. For more information call (310) 541-2479.

To read my prior article on the Palos Verdes Art Center click here.

Photo courtesy of the Palos Verdes Art Center

Palos Verdes Library District’s January 2021 Opportunities!

2 weeks ago • Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes Library District’s January 2021 Opportunities!

The Palos Verdes Library District has announced its Library Passport Office opening, and many other activities that you can join virtually during the month of January 2021. Here are just a few:

Passport services will resume on 1/5/2021, with its temporary location in the Peninsula Center Library at the passport desk located at the Deep Valley Drive Entrance. Parking is available on Deep Valley Drive and at the public lot adjacent to the library. Appointment hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They recommended you complete the passport application prior to your appointment. For more information and to download an application click here. You can also schedule an appointment by calling 310-377-9584 x 220.

Virtual Miraleste Library Monthly Book Club Meeting will take place on Saturday, January 9, 2021, virtually from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. For the January meeting, the discussion will be the novel Less (winner of the Pulitzer Prize) by Andrew Sean Greer. Titles for the remainder of the year will be selected during the February meeting. You must register in advance for the meeting and can do so by clicking here.. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any other questions, contact Eve Wittenmyer at (310) 377-9584 x 452.

Pedal PV – Explore Palos Verdes By (Electric) Bike – Archivist and local history librarian Monique Sugimoto has added another episode to the “Pedal PV” vlog, a project to bring history to you during these pandemic times. The library buildings are closed, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take in a visit with the Local History Center. Whether you bike, walk or jog, our shared PV history is everywhere. Check out video Episode 6, Our First Communities on the Pedal PV Playlist.

“We Browse For You” is a library service that can help you fine books within your genre. For more information go to pvld.org/virtual, or call (310) 377-9584.

Book & DVD Donation Day will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Peninsula Center Library, Silver Spur entrance. For more information and email confirmation, go to www.pvldfriends.org.

For more information, contact the Palos Verdes Library District at (310) 377-9584.

To read my prior article on the Palos Verdes Library District click here.

Photo courtesy of the Palos Verdes Library District

Palos Verdes Free Post Holiday Tree Pick Up 2020 Schedules

4 weeks ago • Community Events, Community Information, Homeowner Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes Free Post Holiday Tree Pick Up 2020 Schedules

Palos Verdes home owners can have their Christmas trees picked up after the holiday for free!

Palos Verdes Estates residents are scheduled for pick up of their Christmas trees beginning January 4, 2021, and continuing through January 29, 2021. As before, service will be provided during your normal weekly trash pickup. Trees will be removed from your normal trash enclosure or trash area. After January 29, 2021, however, you are responsible to cut and bundle your tree securely with twine or rope and leave it in your trash area. Stands and all decorations including tinsel must be removed. Lightly flocked trees are acceptable. For more information, call Athens Services at (888) 336-6100.

The City of Rolling Hills will be recycling their trees as part of their regular trash pick-up program. Just put it out on your regular green trash day and the trees will be picked up from December 26th through January 11, 2021. Remember to remove everything from the tree including the stand; flocked trees will be picked up also. However, if your tree is over 6 feet, you are required to cut it in half. For more information, call Waste Management at (310) 677-6500.

Rancho Palos Verdes will be recycling trees as part of their regular trash pick up from December 26 through January 11, 2021. The third week, your tree will need to be set out with green waste. Please remove everything from your tree and place it next to your trash bin. If your Christmas tree is over 6 feet tall, they ask that you cut the tree in half. For more information, call EDCO Waste at (310) 540-2977.

Rolling Hills Estates will be recycling trees as part of their regular trash pick up from December 26 through January 11, 2021. All trees must have everything removed from them including the stand before pick up. For more information, call Waste Management at (800) 774-0222.

To read my last article on Holiday Tree Pick Up click here.

Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Events December 2020 & January 2021

1 month ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Trails and Hikes

Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Events December 2020 & January 2021

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy normally offers a calendar full of special events and monthly activities, but for the last few months has had to limit access to some of the preserves and to its own educational centers. Currently, the Conservancy is offering zoom events for all to enjoy in December and January 2021. Here is some of the fun that’s coming up:

The Nature Club for Families will be virtually presenting “Winter Wildlife” on December 19, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with some of their live education animals! They will explore what some of the local animals on the peninsula are up to in the winter, just in time for the holidays. You can rsvp by clicking here.

The Nature Club for Families will be virtually presenting “Family Nature Club” on January 9, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. You can join the behind-the-scenes activities from the nature centers, animal encounters, and more. You can sign in by going to pvplc.org.

The Wild & Scenic Film Festival will take place on January 17, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. This will be an exciting Virtual Event Presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy which will feature a selection of six adventurous and inspirational films (in 90 minutes) about nature. You will be moved, transfixed and energized to make a difference in the world. Tickets are $30 per household in advance, or $40 on January 17, 2021. Tickets can be purchased at pvplc.org/calendar/fundraisingevents starting January 1, 2021. Dinner and movie restaurant packages will be available. Online auction vacation homes, getaways, jewelry, art, and much more. Exclusive presentation by filmmaker Mitch Dion.

Volunteer Trail Watch Virtual Training will be presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy on January 30 & February 6, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. You can utilize this training while you hike, bike or even ride a horse. If you are interested in protecting habitat and wildlife, become a Trail Watch Volunteer and make a difference by reporting trail conditions. You must attend both sessions. To sign up visit: pvplc.volunteerhub.com.

To read my prior article on Palos Verdes Hikes and Trails, click here.

Photo courtesy of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy

Santa’s Holiday Parade Visits Palos Verdes Estates!

1 month ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Santa’s Holiday Parade Visits Palos Verdes Estates!

Palos Verdes homes owners whose children are looking forward to a Santa visit this year can enjoy a special surprise from the city of Palos Verdes Estates — kids can send letters to Santa or see him parade through the city this Saturday, December 19, 2020, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

To send a letter to Santa, there is a special mailbox wrapped up in bows for letters to Santa sitting outside of the PVE Police Station at 340 Palos Verdes Drive West. Residents can drive up and drop off their letters and Santa’s helpers will be picking up the letters nightly through December 23rd.

Santa’s Holiday Parade Schedule: On Saturday, December 19, 2020, beginning at 6:00 p.m., Santa will be parading through Palos Verdes Estates at these approximate times:

6:00 p.m. Paseo Lunado and Via Anacapa

6:15 p.m. Paseo Del Mar and Cloyden Road

6:25 p.m. 1300 block of Palos Verdes Drive West

6:35 p.m. 500 block Palos Verdes Drive West

6:40 p.m.` Palos Verdes Estates Police Department Station

6:45 p.m. Palos Verdes Drive North and Paseo Del Campo

6:55 p.m. Palos Verdes Drive North and Via Nivel

7:00 p.m. Via La Selva and Via Navajo

7:15 p.m. Palos Verdes Drive West and Via Anita (End)

To read my last article on Santa visits click here.

Photo courtesy of Arvin Design

Palos Verdes Home Owners Enjoy Local Area Holiday Fun 2020!

1 month ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes Home Owners Enjoy Local Area Holiday Fun 2020!

Palos Verdes homes owners have several local area holiday fun activities to enjoy. Elf (from Elf on the Shelf) has recently been seen at the South Coast Botanic Garden, and we heard his next visits will take place from December 14 to 20, and December 21 to 27, 2020. Since we’ve all been spending a lot of time at home this year, how about spending a little time out in nature enjoying the fresh air. The beloved Elf character from the “Elf on the Shelf” has broken free from quarantine and is heading to the Garden. We are told he will be hiding in different areas of the Garden during the day and will continue to move around each week up to Christmas. Tips on where to find him will be provided each week on local social channels so that you can see what he is up to or just follow him on Instragram This is not only a fun family outing, but it is also a bit of a competition. If you take a picture with Elf and post it on Instagram, tagging @scbgarden and using the #ElfintheGarden hashtag from each location, you will be entered to win tickets to the butterfly pavilion opening at the Garden this spring. There are a few rules – so make sure you do not touch or remove Elf or any of his props. Don’t forget to bring along your camera, since this will be a great photo opportunity for all. Ticket prices are $15/adults, $11/students, $5 children and under 4 are free. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and you can do so by clicking here.

The South Coast Botanic Garden is located at 26300 Crenshaw Boulevard, Palos Verdes Peninsula.

Another great family activity that can still be enjoyed during the holiday season is viewing the lights in Sleepy Hollow (a.k.a. Candy Cane Lane). Tucked away in a South Torrance neighborhood, it is one of the most spectacular displays of Christmas lights in the South Bay which can be viewed now through January 2, 2021. Due to COVID 19, they have requested that you drive only through the area. Masks and social distancing are being followed while traveling through the area. Sleepy Hollow Christmas Lights are located on Roberts Road off Pacific Coast Highway from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. every night until New Year’s Eve. I recommend that you go early in the month, since the crowds are large between Christmas and New Years and this year El Segundo’s Candy Cane Lane will not be taking place due to the pandemic so it could possibly bring more traffic to the Sleepy Hollow area.

To read my last article on Local Area Holiday Fun click here.

Photo courtesy of South Coast Botanic Garden

Palos Verdes Library District’s December Opportunities!

1 month ago • Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes Library District’s December Opportunities!

The Palos Verdes Library District has many activities that you can join virtually during the month of December. Here are just a few:

2020 Virtual Annual Community Art Show will be continuing through January 31, 2021. Each year, the Palos Verdes Library District holds the Annual Community Art Show, invites local artists, professionals and amateurs alike, to submit their artwork to our Annual Community Art Show. This year the show is going virtual for the first time. To start your virtual tour of the art show click here.

Conversation Starters: Let’s Talk About Race will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Registration is required. Register online: https://bit.ly/2IbzBil
At that time you can join Professor Carlos Royal for an interactive, introductory 2-hour workshop on understanding race, its history, and what role it plays in today’s society. Carlos Royal, Associate Professor of Sociology, has been teaching at Marymount California University for almost 14 years. His current courses include Race, Class, and Gender, Research Methods, Statistics, Introduction to Sociology, and Global City: Los Angeles. As the last class implies, he loves L.A. The City of Los Angeles is the focus of his research interest (with special emphasis in race and gender). He uses Los Angeles as the foundation in many of his courses and leads a tour of L.A. for students every semester. Most recently, he took a group of students to Bruce’s Beach, located in Manhattan Beach, that was formerly a Black-owned property. Carlos is a devoted traveler and has traveled with students to London and Cuba. He has been voted Faculty Member of the Year four times by the student body and Educator of the Year by his faculty colleagues.

Light the Way Winter Reading Challenge is for kids up to the 8th grade and takes place through January 15, 2020. The idea is to complete four activities (each takes about 15-30 minutes) at the Bronze level. Next, complete four Silver level activities to advance to the Gold level. Then, complete four Gold Level activities, and you have met the challenge! To join go to pvld.beanstack.org. Children who complete the whole challenge can drop by PVLD’s curbside pick-up to receive a Fun Pack with iron-on souvenir patches, some yummy snacks, and a secret surprise too! If you have any questions, call the Young Readers desk at (310) 377-9584 x 600 and leave a message and someone will get back with you.

Pedal PV – Explore Palos Verdes By (Electric) Bike – Archivist and local history librarian Monique Sugimoto has added another episode to the “Pedal PV” vlog, a project to bring history to you during these pandemic times. The library buildings are closed, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take in a visit with the Local History Center. Whether you bike, walk or jog, our shared PV history is everywhere. Check out video Episode 5, Higher Ed On The Hill? on the Pedal PV Playlist

Virtual Film Club – Monthly Virtual Film Discussions – is held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m., via Zoom. On Thursday, December 10, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom, Season of Lights will be available. To register for the movies on Kanopy click here.

Once registered on Kanopy, you will be able to see any of their “Feel Good” movies this month.

For more information, you can contact the Palos Verdes Library District at (310) 377-9584.

To read my prior article on the Palos Verdes Library District click here.

Photo courtesy of the Palos Verdes Library District

Enjoy a Holiday Treasure Hunt at Peninsula Center!

2 months ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Enjoy a Holiday Treasure Hunt at Peninsula Center!

Palos Verdes homes owners have a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a great seasonal event with the Holiday Treasure Hunt at Peninsula Shopping Center on Saturday, December 19, 2020, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.

This should be a fun family event where guests can pick up a holiday treasure hunt flyer at participating retailers or at the redemption table located near the Christmas Tree by Old Navy. Guests will then visit the retailers listed on the flyer, searching for a little red elf inside each store. Once they have located the elf, a store employee will stamp the box next to the store’s name on the flyer. When guests have obtained stamps from each participating retailer, they can trade their completed flyer for a $10 gift card at the redemption table.

There is one gift card per customer, while supplies last. This event is free and open to the public. COVID safety precautions including masks and social distancing will be strictly enforced for all visitors.

The Peninsula Shopping Center is located at 67 Peninsula Center, Rolling Hills Estates.

To read my last year’s article on holiday fun click here.

Photo courtesy of the Peninsula Center

Palos Verdes 23rd Annual Parade of Lights Drive-Through Parade!

2 months ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes 23rd Annual Parade of Lights Drive-Through Parade!

Palos Verdes homes owners are looking for Holiday Traditions to enjoy as they have in the past. This year, there are no large outdoor tree lightings, no grand Nutcracker Ballets, and Santa isn’t sitting at shopping centerd for children to whisper their toy wishes too. However, we are lucky that the City of Rolling Hills Estates and the California Water Service have put together a new event at Ernie Howlett Park.

On Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. you are invited to the reimagined 23rd Annual Parade of Lights Drive-Through. The popular annual Palos Verdes Peninsula Parade of Lights traditionally has floats, bands and community organizations that stroll the streets making the way for the arrival of Santa. This year, you will drive through a brightly lit Ernie Howlett Park parking loop to enjoy beautiful holiday vignettes, community partners, and Santa. You will have the opportunity to wave hello to the Rolling Hills Estates City Council and representatives from neighboring agencies, plus best of all – Santa. Children can prepare their letter for Santa and drop it off to him at the end of the drive-through. The first 500 vehicles will receive a goodie bag full of treats. They are hoping each car will donate one unwrapped, unopened toy per vehicle for various charities.

Ernie Howlett Park is located at 25851 Hawthorne Blvd, Rolling Hills Estates.

A free ticket per vehicle is required for entry. Visit www.RHE.city/Parade to register for your ticket.

To read my prior article on Palos Verdes Holiday Traditions click here.

Photo courtesy of the City of Rolling Hills Estates