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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Street Fair & Musical Festival - 05/30/12 06:51 PM
The 2012 Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival will be available for all Palos Verdes homes owners to enjoy on June 9th and 10th. The Fair will have its “Friday Teen Fun Night” opening the carnival on Friday, June 8, 2012, from 5:00 -10:00 p.m. Local youth can purchase discount tickets through their middle school or high school for an evening of fun. The Fair will have more than 200 arts and crafts booths, carnival rides for children of all ages, an International Food Court, a children’s petting zoo, free pony rides, train rides, and live entertainment on its two stages. All
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Hidden Gems - 05/23/12 06:52 PM
Palos Verdes homes owners seem to have it all here on the Peninsula. We have beautiful ocean views, lots of green hillsides and many miles of public trails for our enjoyment. The City of Rancho Palos Verdes Newsletter Spring 2012 Edition contained an article regarding the” Hidden Gems” located here that made up of hidden trails and pocket parks that are being constantly maintained. While most of us are familiar with our larger city parks such as Hesse Park, the Point Vicente Interpretive Center and our large preserves, many of us do not realize that there are areas located within the
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes "A Day In The Garden" - 05/17/12 08:08 PM
For forty-three years Palos Verdes homes owners have been able to participate in the Las Candalistas presentation of “Walk on the Wild Side,” a spring fundraiser which helps fund our local charities. This year they have decided to change it into “A Day in the Garden,” bringing us “Entertaining and Gardening with Style”. The event will take place on Friday, May 18, 2012, from 10:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the South Coast Botanic Garden. The day will include favorites from the Walk, such as their specialty vendors which will include boutique and garden shopping, vintage collectibles and of course baked goods.
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Half Marathon - Things To Do In Palos Verdes - 05/14/12 06:26 PM
The 2012 Palos Verdes Half Marathon and 5K Run & Walk will be held on Saturday, May 19th. It will starting and finishing at Pelican Cove which is adjacent to the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes. This is the first time in 46 years of staging the marathon in Palos Verdes, that there will only be a half marathon offered. This 46th annual event includes a beer garden, a giant expo and live music. The course will be following our beautiful coastline through the communities of Rancho Palos Verdes and Palos Verdes Estates. You will be running along
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Drive South Neighborhood Update - 05/10/12 04:58 PM
2011 Palos Verdes homes sales for the Palos Verdes Drive South neighborhood of Rancho Palos Verdes increased to 32 single family homes sold in 2011 from 21 sold in 2010. Price per square foot for Palos Verdes Drive South houses that sold in 2011 increased to $482 compared to $462 in 2010. Average sales price for Palos Verdes Drive South homes sold in 2011 was $1,401,766 compared to $1,329,190 – a 5% increase. Currently, Palos Verdes Drive South has 35 active Palos Verdes homes for sale. They range from 17 condo/town homes priced from $489,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,433
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Peninsula Lecture Series In May - 05/02/12 04:56 PM
Palos Verdes homes owners have an opportunity to learn more about interesting topics at the May 2012 lectures sponsored by the Peninsula Seniors. It’s also a good time to meet and socialize with other local residents. These lectures take place at Hesse Park, located at 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard, Rancho Palos Verdes, in the Fireside Room on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. May 2nd speaker will be Mr. Harrison “Scotty” Scott who will be describing the famous GRAPEVINE PASS and going into its history, from recalling water bags along the roadside, to the current Ridge Route as it is called
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Annual Hazardous Waste Disposal - 04/30/12 05:39 PM
Palos Verdes Estates annual Special Refuse Collection (bulky trash) is scheduled for Saturday, May 5th, 2012. This is the one time a year that you are allowed to place your items on curbside for pick up. The City’s waste hauler will pick up furniture, appliances, water heaters, refrigerators (compressors removed) stoves, sinks, lawn furniture and more. They will not however, pick up construction waste or electronic waste. Items to be picked up should be placed at curbside by no later than 6:00 a.m., otherwise they may not be picked up. This is in the City of Palos Verdes Estates
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palos verdes community information: Prescription Drug Disposal - 04/25/12 06:26 PM
Palos Verdes homes owners have an opportunity to dispose of unwanted medication. The Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Last year close to 400,000 pounds of unwanted or expired medications were safely and properly disposed of. If you have any unwanted, over the counter or prescription medications, you can drop them off at the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department on April 28th, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Click here to read more about prescription drug disposal....
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palos verdes community information: Which Palos Verdes City Is The Largest? - 04/23/12 05:19 PM
Do you know which city on the Palos Verdes Peninsula has the largest population, largest area, least density, highest elevation or the lowest rate of crime? Did you know the total population of the Peninsula is 65,008? FUN FACTS Here are some statistics (courtesy of WolframAlpha) comparing the four cities that make up the Palos Verdes Peninsula: Click here to read more about the Palos Verdes area... Photo is of the hills of Palos Verdes
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Peninsula Bike Ride Benefits Habitat For Humanity - 04/19/12 04:09 PM
On Saturday, April 21, 2012, the Palos Verdes Ride for Habitat will hold its inaugural ride to help raise money for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. Participating Habitat advanced riders will begin this 34 mile ride through Rancho Palos Verdes, Palos Verdes Estates and Rolling Hills Estates, at 7:30 a.m. Intermediate riders will begin their 17 mile non-hilly ride at 8:30 a.m. The rides will all start and finish at the five star Terranea Resort. Registration is a must and is limited to 200 riders who are encouraged to get additional pledges from friends/family. Members of the public may
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palos verdes community information: Celebrate Earth Day - Things To Do In Palos Verdes - 04/16/12 07:26 PM
Although Earth Day is actually on Sunday, April 22, 2012, Palos Verdes homes owners will have the opportunity to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 21st. We have been celebrating Earth Day in this country since 1970. According to the City of Palos Verdes Estates April Newsletter, “The first Earth Day led to the creation of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the passage of the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Act.” The Promenade on the Peninsula will be hosting a celebration April 21st from noon to 4:00 p.m. with exhibits, food and entertainment. The Promenade is located at
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes 2012 Homes Tour Extraordinaire For Charities - 04/11/12 05:37 PM
The 2012 Homes Tour Extraordinaire is a fun outing which also benefits local philanthropies. The tour this year will feature three Portuguese Bend homes which are in a private enclave that is unique to the Palos Verdes Peninsula. This rural community of artists, animal lovers and creative individuals, is in a world of breathtaking views and perfect climate. Mark your calendar for Friday, April 13, and Saturday, April 14, and join the tour from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. This is a great opportunity to access this private gated community. The tour will include a delicious lunch, local boutiques and the
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Homes Owners Family History Search - 03/30/12 07:37 PM
The Palos Verdes Library District is offering a new service to Palos Verdes homes owners. On April 2, 2012, the 1940 U.S. Federal Census will be released and data will be available through the library district website. Here is how it is described in the Palos Verdes Library District Newsletter: “The release of the 1940 Census on April 2, 2012 will be an important event for genealogists. It is a primary source of information about families affected by the Great Depression and World War II. Initially un-indexed, it will be a bit challenging to use. Come and learn how to
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Dream House Raffle - 03/28/12 06:45 PM
Once again the Palos Verdes Art Center is offering its Dream House Raffle (this year it’s $1,000,000 cash award). For the past nine years, the Palos Verdes Art Center has given away over $11,000,000 in cash and prizes and two homes. The money is being raised to fund the development of a new PVAC to support its growing needs. The Art Center is available for local Palos Verdes homes owners to take classes, purchase hand crafted items and visit local artists showings in the galleries. It also hosts the Art At Your Fingertips training center which provides the Palos Verdes Peninsula School District
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palos verdes community information: Enjoy Easter Brunch at Palos Verdes Terranea Resort - 03/23/12 07:20 PM
One of the wonderful opportunities that Palos Verdes homes owners have is to enjoy the beautiful Terranea Resort right here on our peninsula. This fantastic site not only offers exquisite views and a great destination hotel, but offers local residents a chance to experience wonderful restaurants and other amenities. What would be better than to join them for Easter Brunch on April 8, 2012? In addition to offering a fabulous brunch, Terranea will have a wonderland egg hunt – twice that day for diners to enjoy after their meals. Click here to read more about Terranea Resort Easter Brunch... Photo
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palos verdes community information: Forrestal Nature Reserve Hike For A Glimpse of Nature - 03/22/12 07:10 PM
Join the Docents of the Los Serenos de Point Vicente on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at 10:00 a.m, for a free public hike at Forrestal Nature Reserve. The docents will lead you on this moderate hike of about two hours and will teach you about the local geology. You will be enjoying the preserve’s hiking trails which offer beautiful views, majestic canyons, and magnificent foliage. You might also see red-tailed hawks, wild rabbits, and threatened plants and animals such as a coastal sage scrub, the cactus wren or the California Gnatcher. This sometimes overlooked preserve is on the south side of
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Monte Malaga Neighborhood - 03/19/12 02:28 PM
2011 Palos Verdes home sales for the Monte Malaga neighborhood decreased to 28 single family homes sold compared to 33 in 2010 – a 15% decrease. Price per square foot for Monte Malaga houses that sold in 2011 was $534 compared to $541 in 2010. However, average sales price for Monte Malaga homes sold in 2011 was $2,230,929 compared to $2,207,167 – a slight increase. The most expensive home sold for $9,150,000 and the lowest priced home sold for $885,000. Click here to read more about the Monte Malaga neighborhood in Palos Verdes.... The photo above is of the recently remodeled
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza - 03/15/12 07:45 PM
Once again the City of Rancho Palos Verdes will be sponsoring the Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza at the Ladera Linda Community Center. This is a wonderful family event – children from 1 to 8 years of age can join Mr. Rabbit and find a basket of Easter eggs. This event will be held on Saturday April 7, 2012 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. The fee is $15 per child and there will be a limited number of participants. The pre-registration deadline is March 30th, and the registration form needs to be mailed in. This event usually sells out. Click here to read more about the Palos
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes March Lecture Series - 03/08/12 06:18 PM
March lectures sponsored by the Peninsula Seniors give Palos Verdes homes owners an opportunity to learn more about interesting topics, and allow them to meet other local residents. These lectures take place at Hesse Park, located at 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard, Rancho Palos Verdes, in the Fireside Room on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. On March 14, Jim Jones who served aboard U.S. submarines as an engineering officer, will present his “THE FIRST FIVE” which will cover the time period from the launch of Sputnik in 1957 to today’s silent and invisible submarine counter force. Click here to read
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palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Free Tax Return Preparation - 03/05/12 06:34 PM
Palos Verdes homes owners who are looking for free assistance with their tax filings, are able to make appointments at the Peninsula Seniors Center for free help with tax preparation. This AARP Tax-Aide Program has one-hour appointments that can be scheduled on the hour from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays only. In order to take advantage of this program, you must have all your tax documents for 2011 in hand before making your appointment. They also require that you bring copies of your 2010 Federal and State income tax returns. You do not have to be a senior in
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