Out & About: Things to do in the Long Beach, South Bay areas March 29-April 3
Upcoming events and activities for people to enjoy. The Long Beach, South Bay areas are seeing various events, including a virtual workshop led by Philip Chang at the Cancer Support Community South Bay (virtual) and a silent auction of books. The Aquarium of the Pacific Teen Science Cafe, where Whale Bioacoustics is being taught, will be held at the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library in Long Beach. The New Works Festival will also feature performances by Long Beach Playhouse Studio Collaborative and The Prince of Egypt. The Walking Jews Hike will take place in Palos Verdes on Saturday afternoon. The Silent Auction of Books is taking place at Downey City Library, with in-person and telephonic bids being accepted until the silent auction closes at noon.
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Aquarium of the Pacific Teen Science Cafe: Whale Bioacoustics. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach. 5-7 p.m. 562-570-6610, https://tinyurl.com/3s7nkdb8
Chemtherapy Neuropathy (virtual): Led by by Philip Chang, assistant professor in cancer rehabilitation at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 1-2 p.m. To join this virtual workshop, visit www.CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Or, for more information contact Rebecca Sul at [email protected].
From Blues to Beatles to Bowie: With LP and Vinyl featuring Danny Green. Presented by El Camino College Center for the Arts. Campus Theatre, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torramce. 8 p.m. $24/$10 for students with ID. https://tinyurl.com/4d5434f7
Jesus Christ Superstar: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. 5 and 8 p.m. Also 2 and 5 p.m., Mar. 30. $12. https://tinyurl.com/3p3x7d8p
New Works Festival: Presented by Long Beach Playhouse Studio Collaborative, 5021 Anaheim St., Long Beach. 7 p.m. Also 7 p.m., Mar. 30. 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.
Art, Architecture and the Birth of Modern Engineering: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Malaga Cove Library Gallery and Garden, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 2-3 p.m. pvld.org.
Arts and Culture Lecture Series: “Exploring Music, the Movies and the Cinematic Collaborations of Screen Legend Alfred Hitchcock.” Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway, Long Beach. 2-4 p.m. 562-570-6729, https://tinyurl.com/47djdrbd
Shen Yun: Long Beach Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. 2 and 7 p.m. Also 1 p.m., Mar. 31. $80 and up. https://tinyurl.com/ymz8mjm8
Silent Auction of Books: Presented by The Friends of the Downey City Library. Downey City Library, 11121 Brookshire Ave., Downey. Noon. In-person and telephonic bids are accepted continuously through Mar. 30 at noon when the silent auction closes. Winner need not be present to win. 562-299-6790.
Wandering Jews Hike: Saturday afternoon hikes in Palos Verdes. Most hikes are easy or moderate, take 1-2 hours, and start at 2:15 p.m. Some are followed by potluck dinners. Adults, kids, seniors, and dogs are welcome. For more information e-mail [email protected].
Easter Sunday Breakfast: Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $35. Limited space available. For reservations, call 310-377-4867, [email protected].
The Prince of Egypt: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. 2:30, 5 and 7:30 p.m. $12. https://tinyurl.com/5n8rm4x9
Qi Gong: With Gayla from Torrance Memorial Medical Center. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library Community Room, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 10-11 a.m. 310-377-9584, ext 217, pvld.org.
The Clean Energy Conversation: Presented by Long Beach Office of Climate Action and Sustainability. Veterans Park Social Hall, 101 E. 28th St., Long Beach. 7-8 p.m. 562-570-6396, https://rb.gy/fl2qjh.
Virtual Author Talk: “The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed Us: A Discussion with the Smithsonian,” featuring curator Paula Johnson. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 11 a.m.-noon. https://tinyurl.com/3bjtevmh
Virtual Social Hour: With Beach Cities Health District Care Manager. 10-11 a.m. Register at https://rb.gy/x5lxhl.
PV Seniors Bohannon Lecture Series: Featuring artist Anne Olsen Daub, who will discuss works in her “Multi-Faceted” exhibition. Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.
Art of Wood Carving: Presented by California Carvers Guild. Meet every Monday and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to noon. Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St., Room 207, Long Beach. 562-570-3500.
Blankets of Love: Weekly knitting/crocheting baby blankets for the needy in the L.A. area. Joslyn Center, 1601 N. Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach. Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. http://blanketsoflovesouthbay.com.
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.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: Peer based support group for people dealing with mood disorders. Meetings are available on Zoom and in person. Contact Scott at 310-497-8801, [email protected], or call Peggy at 310-548-3457. For more information, visit dbsasouthbay.org.
Exhibit: “Portraits, Figures and Animals from the Artist Journey of Bernette Derpaulian.” Long Beach Playhouse Gallery, 5021 Anaheim St., Long Beach. Runs thru April 28. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., weekdays.
Exhibit: “Professional Artist Fellows.” Presented by Arts Council for Long Beach. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway, Long Beach. Runs through March 2024.
NAMI South Bay: Family and peer support groups for mental illness are meeting virtually at this time. For information on times and dates, visit namisouthbay.com or e-mail Paul Stansbury at [email protected].
Steel Magnolias: By Robert Harling. Presented by Kentwood Players. Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Westchester. 8 p.m., Mar. 29; 2 and 8 p.m., Mar. 30; 2 p.m., Mar. 31. $21-$25. Runs thru Apr. 6. 310-645-5156, kentwoodplayers.org.
Taking Time: South Bay, a bereavement support non-profit, is providing Spring 2024 grief support groups and workshops in Redondo Beach, starting from children 5 years of age to adults. You don’t have to grieve alone. Pre-registration is required. For more detailed information and to register, call 424-634-1956 or visit www.takingtime.org, [email protected].
Volunteers: Help Torrance’s non-profit facility to decorate Happy Hats for hospitalized children with cancer and other critical illnesses in South Bay Hospitals and Hospice. Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays. Happy Hats for Kids in Hospitals, 923 Van Ness Ave., Torrance. 310-787-0970.
Yarn Angels South Bay: A charity group that crochets/knits/quilts/sews articles for seven local charities. Meets second and fourth Monday of the month at St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 24027 Pennsylvania Ave., Lomita. 6-8 p.m. New members and yarn/fabric donations are welcome. For more information, call Anna at (310) 830-2190 or visit http://yarnangels.wix.com/yarnangelssouthbay.
Send calendar announcements two weeks prior to the scheduled event to [email protected].