palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Performing Arts Launches 37th Season! - 09/09/19 02:16 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners are looking forward to the new 2019-2020 season of the Palos Verdes Performing Arts series.  This is the 37th year that Palos Verdes Performing Arts will be presenting world class, professional entertainment at the Norris Theatre. They will be featuring top name entertainment with musicians and theater entertainers.  Below are just a few of the special performances in the 2019-2020 series:
Opening the 2019-2020 season on Saturday, September 14, 2019, will be the return of three time Emmy Award winners, The Texas Tenors.  Playing music from Puccini to Bruno Mars, The Texas Tenors will be performing an extensive repertoire … (1 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League Sign-ups! - 08/30/19 04:07 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners have a wonderful opportunity to sign up their children for the Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League which was founded last year by three dads who have significant experience coaching, organizing, and refereeing youth sports.  They had experienced the pros and cons in other team sports and firmly believed that youth sports are best when it truly is all about the kids.  They wanted to offer an opportunity to try something new, make friends, and experience positive coaching while teaching the fundamentals of balanced competition, losing with grace, and winning with great sportsmanship.
The mission of the league is … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Library District’s 2019 Annual Community Art Show - 08/29/19 11:31 AM

Each Fall, the Palos Verdes Library District’s Annual Community Art Show invites both professional and amateur local artists to participate.  Artists of all ages within the community can exhibit their work throughout the entire library creating a heavily trafficked accessible platform.  The exhibit and its opening reception is highly anticipated by the patrons and artists, allowing them to connect in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.  Applications for the 2019 series opens on September 1, 2019, and are accepted through September 30, 2019.
The 2019 Community Art Show Calendar schedule is:
September 1, 2019 – Applications open
September 30, 2019- Applications are due
October 14, 2019 … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Join The 11th Annual “Conquer the Bridge” Vincent Thomas Bridge Race! - 08/27/19 09:36 AM

Palos Verdes homes owners have a great opportunity to run/walk on the Vincent Thomas Bridge this coming Labor Day for a 5.3 mile celebration.  This race is part of the 2019 L.A. Fleet Week events at the Port of Los Angeles.  The race attracts thousands of runners every year who want to be “on foot” atop of this iconic 1963 green suspension bridge.  Participants are encouraged to register in advance on Active.com (go to Conquer the Bridge) and pay just $55 until September 1st, 2019, or $65 the day of the race (by cash or check).  Road Runner Sports, located at 25359 … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Terranea Resort Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary! - 08/26/19 01:12 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners are happy to join in the celebration of the 10th year anniversary of Terranea Resort.  Now and through 2020, the resort will be having special events to celebrate this milestone anniversary showing their commitment to the community which has helped partner with the resort.
Terranea Resort offers many local opportunities for the community to join such as complimentary walks, the Terranea falconer, live music at the Lobby Bar, Sea Harvest Workshops, Terranea Sounds at Nelson’s and now the Catalina Kitchen is launching a new coastal inspired Friday Night Buffet.  Starting today, this seafood forward Friday Night Buffet will … (1 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Hikes & Trails Events September 2019 - 08/22/19 08:47 AM

During the month of September 2019, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is offering outdoor hikes/activities for Palos Verdes home owners to enjoy including bird walks, nature walks with naturalists and volunteer opportunities which are listed below.
Special Events: 
Team Leader Training will take place at White Point Nature Center on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  This program is for you if you love restoring habitats and working with others.  Team Leaders provide support and oversight during events.  Applicants must be at least 16 years old.  Sign up at www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Guided Nature Walk by Palos Verdes … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Visit the Peninsula Cars & Coffee New Location! - 08/20/19 01:09 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners have a new location to view the great Peninsula Cars & Coffee monthly display.  Now presented by the Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance, the new host sponsor will be the Promenade on the Peninsula.  This event will take place on the top deck of the parking structure with the entrance off of Indian Peak Road.  There will be non-display parking available on the lower decks.  As before, Cars & Coffee will take place on the first Saturday of the month – next month it will be held on September 7, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.  … (1 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Celebrates Port Of Los Angeles Fleet Week 2019 - 08/19/19 12:07 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners will be celebrating LA Fleet Week August 30 through September 2, 2019, with the arrival of large navy ships (last year there were five) which will be visiting the Port of Los Angeles.  The list of this year’s visiting ships are not published yet due to security issues, but you can check back one week before the Labor Day weekend to see which ships are coming to town.  This is a great opportunity for Palos Verdes homes owners to tour these active duty ships for a one of a kind visit.  The ship tour tickets will allow … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Garden Concerts Welcome Christina Montes Mateo! - 08/15/19 11:10 AM

 
On Sunday, August 25, 2019, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., St Luke’s Presbyterian Church will be presenting harpist, Cristina Montes Mateo.  Prior to this popular event, you can come early, picnic on the lawn, and then enjoy a Free Garden Concert.
Cristina Montes Mateo, is an international solo harpist from Spain, and is the principal harpist with Placido Domingo and the LAPhil, as well as at the “Les Arts” Opera House.  Cristina is the winner of 6 international awards and a recent winner of the Beverly Hills National Auditions.  In Placido Domingo’s words in 2016, “I have met and heard thousands of … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes 62nd Annual Portuguese Bend Horse Show - 08/14/19 08:14 AM

 
Palos Verdes homes owners are invited to support the annual Portuguese Bend National Horse Show held at Ernie Howlett Park, beginning on Friday, September 6, through Sunday, September 8, 2019. This is the 62nd year that this A-rated event offers three full days of a wide variety of special equestrian events.  Activities will be scheduled in both riding rings including the prestigious Pacific Coast Horse Association Horsemanship Medal Finals for riders 14 and under and the PCHA Victor Hugo Vidal Adult Horsemanship Class for riders 35 and over.  In addition, the $10,000 Harman Family Jr-A/O Jumper Classic and the $15,000 Seahorse Open Jumper Classic … (1 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Golf Club Currently Accepting Membership Applications! - 08/06/19 10:26 AM

                        
The Palos Verdes Golf Club is accepting applications for new membership, as the current wait list time is only between 30 to 60 days.  There is guaranteed priority admission given to Palos Verdes Estate home owners.  If you have ever had an interest in joining Palos Verdes Golf Club, you may want to take advantage of the current short wait list and the great weather and longer golf hours.  The membership fee to join is $49,000 for Palos Verdes Estates owners and non-residents are $69,000.  The monthly charge for Palos Verdes Estate … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Tennis Club Summer Camp! - 08/05/19 02:38 PM

 
 
Palos Verdes homes owners know that summer is a great time for your children to try out new sports activities. The Palos Verdes Tennis Club is offering a summer camp program (for girls and boys from 6 to 12 years of age) from August 5th through August 8, 2019.  Your children can join in fun tennis activities while learning to play or just working on improving their sport. The camp focuses on promoting social skills, friendship, coordination, responsibility, exercise and respect for others in a tennis club environment. They will be able to enjoy lessons from a tennis instructor, receive a … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Afternoon Tea In Palos Verdes! - 07/30/19 09:41 AM

My dream has come true as we now have a location in Palos Verdes for Afternoon Tea. Wrapsody at the KWC Building (formerly Rive Gauche Restaurant) in Palos Verdes Estates is offering full course Afternoon Tea on most Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Reservations are a must as seating is limited on the outside patio.
Today, I enjoyed a welcome drink, fresh berries & cream, tea sandwiches (today featured chicken salad, turkey avocado, egg salad, and ham & cheese), scones (blueberry lemon today), assorted petite desserts (today serving shortbread cookie, lemon tart, French cream puff, and godiva chocolate), … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Joins 2019 National Night Out Celebration! - 07/26/19 01:58 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners know that the safety of our community depends on both law enforcement and citizen participation.  Residents are encouraged to participate in the National Night Out program, which is America’s Night Out Against Crime.  This event is held in all 50 states and every U.S. military base.  In Palos Verdes Estates, the event will be held in neighborhoods around the City on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
On the Palos Verdes Peninsula, there will be several locations which will host large parties where area groups can gather and neighbors can get to know one … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Hikes & Trails Events August 2019 - 07/24/19 04:24 PM

During the month of August 2019, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is offering outdoor hikes/activities for Palos Verdes home owners to enjoy including bird walks, nature walks with naturalists and volunteer opportunities which are listed below.
Special Events: 
Guided Nature Walk by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy will take place at La Rotunda/South Shores on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at 9:00 a.m.  You will walk through impressively restored habitat on top of an ancient slide area with spectacular bluff-top views that are well worth the visit. This is considered a moderate walk.  Park on 25th Street near Catalina Vista and … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Beaches Make 2019 Honor Roll List Again! - 07/12/19 09:52 AM

Palos Verdes home owners are lucky that we have some of the cleanest beaches in California for our families to enjoy.  Earlier this month, Heal the Bay reported that Palos Verdes beaches and coves are again in the current top Honor Roll 2018-2019 list for California.  This means that our local waters have received grades of A & A+ during the summer dry part of the year.  Because of the wet weather this year, several of our beaches received B reports because of trail outlets, but once again year round wet weather averages went back up.  Heal the Bay assigns weekly grades to more than 500 sites … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Ice Skating 2019 Summer Camps! - 07/08/19 11:48 AM

Palos Verdes homes owners still have an opportunity to enroll their children in this great summer camp.  The Promenade Ice Chalet is offering a Summer Hockey Camp and Ice Skating Camp the week of July 29 through August 2, 2019.   Camps hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and cost $395/week, or $85 a day.  Registration deadline for the camps is July 21, 2019.  This is a great opportunity for your children to participate in the hockey or ice skating experience during the summer when your children’s schedules aren’t so busy.
Hockey camp players will be separated based on their skill level.  The first half … (1 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Enjoys Outdoor Summer Movies 2019! - 07/03/19 01:37 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners know that summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with family.  The City of Rancho Palos Verdes has arranged for several free movie nights for families to experience at two different locations, and all you need to do is bring your low back chairs, blankets and warm clothing. The movies are as follows:
The movie “Small Foot” will be presented on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Rancho Palos Verdes City Hall/Point Vicente/Civic Center.  The children’s activities will begin at 6:30 p.m. and food trucks will be arriving and serving at 6:45 p.m.  The movie is scheduled to … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes 2019 Fourth of July Celebrations! - 07/01/19 11:37 AM

                          
Palos Verdes Fourth of July Celebrations 2019 gives Palos Verdes homes owners three different kind of festivities to enjoy during the holiday.  hours.  One will take place at Malaga Cove School, the second will take place at Point Vicente Park Community Center and a third will take place at Terranea Resort – each one giving residents a day of fun.
Palos Verdes Estates homes owners will be holding their 58th Annual Independence Day Celebration at Malaga Cove School.  The celebration is an annual community tradition where volunteers work together to provide a … (0 comments)

palos verdes community information: Palos Verdes Hikes & Trails Events July 2019 - 06/27/19 09:51 AM

During the month of July 2019, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is offering outdoor hikes/activities for Palos Verdes home owners to enjoy including bird walks, nature walks with naturalists and volunteer opportunities which are listed below.
Special Events: 
El Segundo Blue Butterfly Guided Nature Walk by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy will take place at Vicente Bluffs Reserve on Saturday, July 13, 2019, at 9:00 a.m.  You will follow the bluff top from Point Vicente to Oceanfront Estates during the El Segundo blue butterfly flight season, in an area containing restored coastal sage scrub habitat.  This is considered an … (1 comments)

 
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