South Coast Botanic Garden Presents “The DiscOasis!”

18 hours ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

South Coast Botanic Garden Presents “The DiscOasis!”

Palos Verdes homes owners can enjoy an interactive theatrical experience by visiting the South Coast Botanic Garden for “The DiscOasis” show going on now through September 6, 2021. The DiscoOasis is a music driven interactive fantasy that invites audiences into a glittering disco where the main attraction is roller skating. This event will take place in the middle of the Garden’s 87 acres. There will be DJ’s, live performers, art, a retro arcade and garden games bringing this disco to life with music, dancing and food/drinks available for purchase.

This event is for all ages. It is suggested that younger children participate during the earlier hours. Roller skating participants must be over 3 years of age. They will provide skates at no charge or you may bring your own. Helmets and pads are encouraged especially for children.

The DiscoOasis is presented by Constellation Immersive, an affiliate of the Creative Artists Agency. Legendary Nile Rodgers will be curating the soundscape to this theatrical fantasy as the Groovemaster.

Timed ticket reservations will be required for all visitors due to social distancing. Entries are timed between 5:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Advanced reservations are required and the tickets prices start at $39. They are selling quickly – so make sure you get them before they sell out. For more information go to https://thediscoasis.com, or to purchase admission tickets click here.

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

To read my prior article about the Garden and its special exhibits click here.

Photo courtesy of the South Coast Botanic Garden

Palos Verdes Enjoys 2021 Movies In The Park!

4 days ago • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information

Palos Verdes Enjoys 2021 Movies In The Park!

Palos Verdes homes owners are really looking forward to enjoying summer activities this year with family. After this past year, we are all want to get outdoors and enjoy the summer weather. The City of Rolling Hills Estates will once again be sponsoring free movies at Ernie Howlett Park. There is nothing better than seeing a free movie on a Saturday night. This Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Ernie Howlett Park, the Disney movie “Jumanji” will be showing at 8:00 p.m. All you need to do to enjoy this fun event is to bring your low back chairs, blankets and warm clothing. There will be popcorn and water available for purchase by the local 4-H club for $1.00 each.

You may want to mark your calendars for Saturday, August 21, 2021, as “The Goonies” will be the entertainment for that night.

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

To read my prior article on summer movies click here.

Photo courtesy of the City of Rolling Hills Estates

New Summer Local Vendors Farmer’s Market!

1 week ago • 0 comments • Community Events, Community Information, Palos Verdes, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

New Summer Local Vendors Farmer’s Market!

Palos Verdes home owners are excited that Valmonte Farm & Garden will be hosting a Local Vendors Farmer’s Market on the third Saturday of each month during the summer months. The next market will take place on July 24, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon behind Valmonte Elementary School.

Valmonte Farm & Garden, Inc is a nonprofit organization that provides all students of PVPUSD, plus the community, with a safe environment for vocational education, social involvement, and continuing education. This is a shared community experience that has been created to emphasize health, wellness and creativity though growing your own seasonal food. This working farm and garden is in full production 12 months a year and also provides restaurants with fresh vegetables through the Seed to Plate program.

In addition to produce, the Local Vendor Farmers Market will showcase Bashi Bakes, Little Lamp Candle Company, and Tom Wayne Bertolotti prints. The Garden also has their regular Farmer’s Market on Saturdays from 9:00 to noon. The fourth Saturday of the month the Garden presents a free workshop from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

The market is located at 3801 Via La Selva, Palos Verdes Estates, behind Valmonte Elementary School (to the left upon entering the parking lot). Go to the end, and the Market is behind a portable building next to the Palos Verdes Little League Field.

For more information on the Valmonte Farm & Garden click here.

Photo courtesy of Valmonte Farm & Garden

Palos Verdes Joins In Olmsted Jr. Birthday Celebration!

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

Palos Verdes Joins In Olmsted Jr. Birthday Celebration!

The City of Palos Verdes Estates will be having a free community event for homeowners on Saturday, July 24, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to celebrate Olmsted Jr. Birthday Celebration. It will be held at Olmsted Place, Malaga Cove Plaza.

Fredrick Law Olmsted Jr. was one of the founding fathers and urban designers of Palos Verdes Estates. He is known nationally, and Palos Verdes Estates Foundation, Palos Verdes Homes Association, and other local organizations will be sponsoring this celebration of design and the history of our community.

This will be an enjoyable day of rediscovering the local park lands and our historical heritage. There will be treasure hunts, hikes, games, cake walks, a photo booth, plein air art and much more.

To learn more about the Palos Verdes Foundation click here.

Above Photo of Farnham Martin Park & Fountain by Erik Jay

Palos Verdes Malaga Cove 2021 Summer Concerts In The Park

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

Palos Verdes Malaga Cove 2021 Summer Concerts

Malaga Cove’s 2021 Summer Concert In The Park returns and will begin on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at Farnham Martin Park located next to the Malaga Cove Library in Palos Verdes Estates. The concerts are held on Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This year they will be having only 4 concerts which will be begin on July 14, and continue on July 28, August 11 and August 25, 2021. Thanks again to the Malaga Cove Business & Professionals Association for their sponsorship of these concerts and the City of Palos Verdes Estates, the Palos Verdes Police Association, and the Malaga Cove Library for their support. You may bring your blankets at 3:00 p.m to save a spot, but remember that only small back chairs are allowed in the center areas.

The list of the 2021 performers are as follows:

July 14 – Sitterly Memorial Quartet

July 28 – Andy, Renee and Hard Rain (Rock Classics)

August 11 – Driftaway (Soulful 70’s)

August 25 – John Brown Band (British Invasion)

To read more about the concert series and the performers click here.

To read my prior article on Malaga Cove Concert Series click here.

Farnham Martin Park is located at 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates

Photo courtesy of Malaga Cove Concerts In The Park

AYSO Summer Camp August 2021- Sign Up Now!

3 weeks ago • 0 comments • Children's Events, Community Events, Community Information, Things To Do In Palos Verdes

AYSO Summer Camp August 2021- Sign Up Now!

AYSO Palos Verdes summer camp sign ups for August 2, through August 6, 2021, have begun. This is an excellent opportunity for children from 4-14 to enjoy a totally different kind of soccer experience. This camp offers professional coaching for each group of children with age appropriate training. The coaches who participate in this camp are from all over the world and offer a different look at the soccer experience.

Camp goes from August 2 through August 6, 2021, with half day sessions. Each child will have a personal evaluation at the beginning of the session to find appropriate coaching level for them. This is s a fun way to mix together education and enjoyment. Children will truly get a unique experience with the small group ratio. Each camp is divided by age, and will take place at either 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon or 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the cost is $149. All camps will take place at Ladera Linda Park, 32201 Forrestal Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes.

The camp sessions are below:

Session 1: From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, ages 4 to 6 years of age

Session 2: From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noo., ages 7 to 9 years of age

Session 3: From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, ages 10 to 14 years of age

Session 4: From 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., ages 4 to 6 years of age

Session 5: From 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., ages 7 to 9 years of age

Session 6: From 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., ages 10 to 14 years of age

For more information, and to sign up click here.

To read my last article on AYSO soccer click here.

Photo courtesy of UK International Soccer Camps/AYSO

Terranea Resort Kicks Off Terranea Sound Series at Nelsons!

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

Terranea Resort Kicks Off Terranea Sound Series at Nelsons!

Terranea’s Sound Series for 2021,will kick off this weekend at Nelson’s and is a great way to unwind and relax after a long week. For resort guests and Palos Verdes homes owners, Nelson’s is the place where you can enjoy California cuisine, micro brews, and spectacular sunsets. With a special view of the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Catalina Island, this unique restaurant is one of the most scenic locations in Palos Verdes. They feature live music every Friday through Sunday with music genres from Country, Reggae and Classic Rock. These great summer nights take place from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. through Labor Day weekend.

Kicking off the series this weekend:

Friday, July 2, 80-DO will be performing

Saturday, July 3, Kevin Sousa will be performing

Sunday, July 4, Wais Music will be performing

For additional information call (310) 265-2766 or visit the website at Terranea.com.

To read my prior article on Nelson’s Music Series click here.

Photo courtesy of Terranea Resort.

Palos Verdes Fourth Of July & Fireworks Shows 2021

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

Palos Verdes Fourth of July & Fireworks Shows 2021

Palos Verdes homes owners have a great opportunity on the Peninsula to enjoy this wonderful holiday. The City of Rancho Palos Verdes will sponsor their July Fourth Concert in the Park from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with live music, food trucks, beer and wine booths, activities and games for the entire family. You can bring a blanket or a beach chair and enjoy an afternoon of music performed by the Palos Verdes Symphonic Band and Dog n Butterfly (a Heart Tribute band). This free event takes place at Point Vicente Park/Civic Center at 30940 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes.

After dusk, from Palos Verdes we are lucky to be able to watch fireworks up and down the coast in the skies above local South Bay cities. This year the City of Redondo Beach will be launching fireworks from two locations – off a barge at Avenue I and on land at King Harbor.

The Rivera Village Association will sponsor an all day July 4th celebration from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. to take place on Avenue I between Catalina Avenue and the Esplanade in Redondo Beach. The day’s celebrations includes a beer garden and live music as follows:

Feed the Kitty – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Jimmy Z & the Tribe – 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Mitch Perry Group – 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Ticket prices are $20 for general entry, and free for 12 and under. Festival tickets can be purchased by clicking here.

To view my previous Fourth of July article click here.

Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Events July 2021

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

Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Events July 2021

Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is beginning to open its trails for all to enjoy. This is also a great time to look into volunteer opportunities to help get back and maintain the beauty of our wonderful Peninsula.

Special Activities

Nature Walk at Abalone Cove Reserve will take place on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. This is one of the Conservancy’s newest restoration site, and provides habitat for several rare and endangered species. Exploring the tide pools is always a changing adventure. No matter how often you visit, it is always quite amazing with these formations at low tide. This walk is considerate moderate. The walk is free and parking in the lot is $6.

Monthly Activities

Outdoor Volunteer Day at Abalone Cove Reserve will take place on Saturday, July 10, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. This is an opportunity to help plant native shrubs and eradicate invasive weeds around the recently restored habitat. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com. Abalone Cove Reserve is located at 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes.

Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve will take place on Saturday, July 17, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. At this event, they will be helping care for the Demonstration Garden by planting shrubs, removing invasive grasses and grooming trails. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com. White Point Nature Center is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro.

Outdoor Volunteer Day at Alta Vicente Reserve will take place on Saturday, July 31, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. This is a great opportunity to help restore the local habitat in this area. Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com. Alta Vicente Reserve is located at 31290 Palos Verdes Drive West, Rancho Palos Verdes.

Rapid Response Team will take place on Fridays & Saturdays, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. You will work alongside conservancy staff protecting important wildlife habitat by closing unauthorized trails. The tasks include trail maintenance, building fences, installing signage and more. They will be working at various locations and you can volunteer by going to www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.

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

Photos courtesy of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy

Palos Verdes Open Air Marketplace & Carnival 2021!

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

Palos Verdes Open Air Marketplace & Carnival 2021!

Palos Verdes Open Air Marketplace & Carnival will be taking place this weekend, and Palos Verdes homes owners can enjoy all the events starting on Friday, June 18, through Sunday, June 20, 2021. As in past years, the Fair will have its “Friday Fun Night” with the opening of the carnival on Friday, June 18, 2021, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This is when local youth can enjoy a fun-filled night with pre-purchased unlimited ride discount tickets of $30, or $35 at the gate. The Fair will have something for everyone with its marketplace and carnival rides.

For more information, contact the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce at (310) 377-8111 or visit them at www.pvstreetfair.com. The Open Air Marketplace & Carnival is located at Norris Center & Deep Valley Drive (501 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates 90274). The Palos Verdes Marketplace & Carnival hours are Saturday, June 19, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, June 19, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The carnival hours are Friday, from 4:00 – 10:00 p.m., and Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Parking is available at the Promenade parking structure at Drybank Drive and Silver Spur Road. There will also be parking at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School.

Click here to read my previous article on the Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival.

All-day wristbands for carnival rides will be sold for $35/per day and you can obtain a $5 discount by going to www.pvstreetfair.com and purchasing before the Fair.

Photo courtesy of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce