Things To Do In Palos Verdes

On March 12, 2011, Palos Verdes parents can attend the Kids, Camps and Connections at the Norris Pavillion in Rolling Hills Estates where they will be given information on summer activities for their children by What's Up For Kids.

Cherry Blossoms are blooming at the South Coast Botanic Gardens in Palos Verdes 90274 and there will be a special opportunity this Saturday, March 5, 2011, to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the upper and lower meadows.

Whale Of A Day will be held March 5, 2011, from 10 to 4 at Point Vicente Interpretive Center, Rancho Palos Verdes 90275 and will include whale watching from the shore, museum tours, Point Vicente Lighthouse tours, exhibits, arts and crafts and more.

Point Fermin Lighthouse, on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, was built in 1874 and is one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast. It is located on Paseo Delo Mar in San Pedro.

Palos Verdes Farmers' Market is held on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Peninsula Center on Silver Spur Road in Rolling Hills Estates 90274.

Fort MacArthur Museum at Angels Gate Park in San Pedro offers a glimpse of our coastline's defense during World War I and World War II.

Linden H. Chandler Preserve in Rolling Hills Estates 90274 has an easy/moderate .9 mile hike through 28.5 acres.

Palos Verdes tidepool walks are held at Point Fermin State Marine Park by the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium staff on February 20 and February 26, 2011.

Ranger-Led Night Hikes at the Portuguese Bend Reserve in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275 will begin this Saturday, February 19, 2010, with a free introductory hike.

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Whale Watching Trip on February 27 and March 27, 2011 begins with a slide show and lecture.