Community Information

Palos Verdes schools begin the fall session on September 30, 2011, STAR test results have been posted, and the Palos Verdes Unified School District 2011-2012 school calendar has finally been released.

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium's Summer Whale Watch will be held Sunday, August 28, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. off the Palos Verdes Peninsula searching for fin, humpback, minke and blue whales.

The Banning Museum has opened with a new permanent exhibit, The Improbable Gateway, which depicts the Port of Los Angeles' transformation into a transportation mecca.

One last summer children's activity will be offered by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes on August 22 to 26, 2011; it is the Underwater Adventures Camp to be held at Ladera Linda Community Center.

Flavored Vinegar Workshop will be held at South Coast Botanic Garden on August 21, 2011 from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. using local leaves, flowers and berries of Southern California native plants.

Both Palos Verdes High Schools have been identified by The Washington Post in their list of the best high schools nationally for 2011.

Summer safety tips for Palos Verdes homes owners in 90274 and 90275.

Palos Verdes hike, actually an interpretive walk, called The Tongva Walk will be held at the White Point Nature Education Center on August 14 and September 11, 2011.

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt is a new favorite for Palos Verdes homes owners and is located at 1882 S Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach - try on $2 buck Tuesdays.

Lunada Canyon Nature Walk in Rancho Palos Verdes 90275 will be held on August 13, 2011, at 4:00 and continue until 6:00 p.m.