palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Firework Shows 2018 Viewing Locations - 06/21/18 11:32 AM
 
Palos Verdes homes owners have a great opportunity on the Peninsula to enjoy this wonderful holiday.  Beginning in the morning at Malaga Cove School or Point Vicente Park in Rancho Palos Verdes, there are day long celebrations.  After dusk, from Palos Verdes we are lucky to be able to watch fireworks up and down the coast in the skies above local South Bay cities.  This year we will be able to enjoy fireworks from the barge off the coast of Torrance Beach.  PalosVerdesFireworks.com reached out to local residents and business owners, and the owner of Pedone’s stepped up to fund this year’s show.  … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: PALOS VERDES LIVE SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA 2018 PERFORMANCES - 06/19/18 11:53 AM
 
We have another wonderful opportunity for Palos Verdes homes owners to relax and enjoy live outdoor entertainment here on our beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula.  This is the 21st year of Shakespeare By The Sea performances, and this year they will be presenting “The Merry Wives of Windsor” and “The Winter’s Tale.”  The Merry Wives of Windsor is the story full of mischief & mayhem galore, and The Winters Tale tells the familial story of love and forgiveness.
Point Fermin Park will be presenting both of the shows during the summer.  “The Merry Wives of Windsor ” will be presented on June 28, 30, July 6, and … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Lunada Bay Summer Concert Series 2018 - 06/12/18 04:17 PM

Lunada Bay Summer Concerts Series 2018, hosted by the Lunada Bay Homeowners Association take place at Lunada Bay Park in Palos Verdes Estates (except for the July 8, 2018, concert which will be presented at Palos Verdes High School quad because of its larger size).   This is a great opportunity for Palos Verdes homes owners to enjoy the summer weather, grab a picnic dinner, bring a low back beach chair or blanket, and enjoy some music outdoors with your neighbors.   This year’s series will welcome new local artists to the program, plus a variety of food and beverages will be available … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: South Coast Botanic Garden June 2018 Events! - 06/07/18 11:48 AM

South Coast Botanic Garden is inviting all Palos Verdes homes owners to enjoy some outdoor fun.  In addition to the monthly classes that are available, June will be bring some unique activities for all to enjoy.
June 15 to August 31, 2018, a magical competition is brewing at South Coast Botanic Garden.  Who will win, Team Fairies or Team Trolls?  The tiniest Garden inhabitants need your help to solve a collection of ridiculous riddles and win the big prize – a Merry Fairy Trollstone of your very own.  This is a fun time to use your wits, courage and imagination to put … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Terranea Summer Music Series 2018 At Nelson’s - 06/01/18 05:17 PM

Terranea’s Summer Music Series 2018 at Nelson’s will be starting this weekend and is a great way to unwind and relax after a long week.  For resort guests and Palos Verdes homes owners, Nelson’s is the place where you can enjoy California cuisine, micro brews and spectacular sunsets.  With a special view of the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Catalina Island, this unique restaurant is one of the most scenic locations in Palos Verdes.  On Nelson’s Sunset Bluff all summer long you can enjoy a variety of live music with musicians from the South Bay, while the culinary team will be offering a variety of … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Joins Champions For Children 2018 5K Trail Run/Walk - 05/31/18 05:11 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners can join the fifth annual 5K trail run/walk fundraiser at Ernie Howlett Park for the South Bay Children’s Health Center.  This fun event will take place on Saturday, June 23, 2018, beginning at 8:30 a.m.  This is a great opportunity to get out and enjoy this great park while supporting the health center.
There is an exciting new 5K trail run/walk course on the beautiful city equestrian and hiking trails.  There will be age division awards with medals to the top three male and female athletes in 15 different divisions of the 5K.  The day will be filled … (2 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Library District 2018 Children’s Summer Reading Program - 05/25/18 05:36 PM

The Palos Verdes Library District offers reading activities for children as young as 6 months through grade twelve.  Members may read any books and also try some reading activities that are fun, exciting, informative and funny.  Children can track their progress online or use classic paper reading logs.  The theme this year, “Reading Takes Us Everywhere” reminds children and parents that reading opens up the world to us all!  Go to https://pvld.beanstack.org/reader365  to keep track of your children’s reading and help them earn cool prizes and online awards while they enjoy reading stories.  Registration is open now, and the program starts on … (1 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Neighborhood Church 2018 Summer Concerts - 05/23/18 05:11 PM

Palos Verdes Neighborhood Church Summer Sunday Sounds will begin their 2018 season on Sunday, June 24, 2018, with additional concerts on July 25 and August 19, 2018.  This is a great time for Palos Verdes homes owners to sit on the seaside terrace of this beautiful church, enjoy the ocean view and bring a picnic at 6:00 p.m.  The concerts actually begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall and are presented free of charge.
On June 24, 2018, Kent Jenkins, AKA “Snubby J,” will be entertaining the crowd.  Kent is a Los Angeles musician, creator and entertainer known for his performances with the RimbaTubes, … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival 2018 - 05/21/18 08:56 AM

Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival will be celebrating its 31st year for Palos Verdes homes owners to enjoy on Saturday, June 9, and Sunday, June 10, 2018.  As in past years, the Fair will have its “Friday Teen Fun Night” opening the carnival on Friday, June 8th, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. when local youth can enjoy a fun-filled night (with the purchase of discount tickets through their middle school or high school).  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 … (2 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Hikes & Trails Events June 2018 - 05/16/18 02:43 PM

During the month of June 2018, 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, nocturnal full moon walk and volunteer opportunities which are listed below.
Special Events: 
Bettolino Kitchen Giving Tuesdays in June for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy – Go Italian on Tuesdays and a percentage of the sales from your delicious meal will be donated to the Conservancy for protecting the Peninsula’s unique areas and restoring native vegetation where rare wildlife can thrive.  For dining reservations, please call (310) 375-0500.  Bettolino Kitchen … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Bowl Offers Free Summer Bowling For Kids 2018! - 05/15/18 01:34 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners once again have the opportunity to give their children an indoor activity this summer at the Palos Verdes Bowl.  This is a great opportunity for your children to enjoy summer with friends and family while getting some exercise at the same time.  This is one activity that won’t break the wallet either, since it is free and fun for everyone starting with bumper bowling lanes for younger children and cosmic bowling for teens.
They are offering two free bowling games daily to children throughout the summer beginning June 1, 2018, and continuing through September 30, 2018.  This summer … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Celebrates 50th Antiques Show & Sale! - 05/11/18 11:36 AM

Palos Verdes homes owners will enjoy the Golden Jubilee celebration of the annual Palos Verdes Antiques Show & Sale at St. Francis Episcopal Church.  The antique show will run from Thursday, May 31, through Saturday, June 2, 2018.  You can wander through various antiques booths, vintage & decorative arts, the Harvest cupboard & the Garden Gazebo to find one of a kind special items.  There will also be several food concessions to enjoy – a patio luncheon, English afternoon tea or evening wine & cheese.
If you would like to attend the Opening Night Celebration that takes place on Wednesday, May 30, 2018, from … (1 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Celebrates 2018 Kids To Parks Day Fun! - 05/07/18 04:25 PM

Palos Verdes homes owners have a great opportunity to take their children to the National Celebration of Parks on Saturday, May 19, 2018.  This special Kids To Parks Day is a reminder of the importance that nature and playing in the great outdoors are for our children.  To celebrate this special day, two local parks have planned great activities for families to enjoy.
The Point Vicente Interpretive Center will be celebrating their third Annual Kids To Parks Day from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.  This event will take place at the Interpretive Center and will feature a puppet show hosted by the Los Serenos de Point Vicente volunteers.  … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Beach & Athletic Club 2018 Summer Swim Program - 05/01/18 03:43 PM

The Palos Verdes Beach and Athletic Club located in Palos Verdes Estates is once again offering their swim lesson program to both members and non-members at the PVBAC pool.  Lessons are provided for children of all levels and are capped at 1 instructor per 6 students.  This is not for recreational swimming, but for the specific lesson/program being offered.  For a Palos Verdes Estates resident, a non-member session is $180.  The program does fill up quickly so it’s important to enroll now if you are a member, otherwise non-member sign ups will start on Monday, April 30, 2018, for Palos Verdes residents.  If classes are still available on May 11, 2018, … (1 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Hikes & Trails Events May 2018 - 04/26/18 10:54 AM

During the month of May 2018, 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, nocturnal full moon walk and volunteer opportunities which are listed below.
Special Events: 
Guided Nature Walk by Palos Verdes Land Conservancy at White Point Nature Preserve, will take place on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 9:00 a.m.  You will be able to view a premier example of the restoration coastal sage scrub habitat and stop at a former gun emplacement to learn about the military history of the area.  There will … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Empty Saddle Club Celebrates 13th Annual Country Carnival - 04/20/18 08:25 AM

Palos Verdes residents are always looking for fun activities to enjoy with their families.  On Saturday, April 28, 2018, the 13th Annual Country Carnival will take place at the Empty Saddle Club.  Come and enjoy a fun outing from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. that all ages will appreciate.  This event has free admission and visitors are able to join in the silent auction, raffle, children’s games, pony rides, petting zoo, arts & crafts, line dancing and live music.
You will be able to purchase food from vendors while enjoying the horsemanship activities that will be entertaining the crowd. This event is a fundraiser for … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Art Center Spring Classes 2018 Are Here! - 04/18/18 03:50 PM

The Palos Verdes Art Center’s spring session registration is filling up fast for “The Studio School” where classes are being taught for both children and adults.
The children’s classes available this session include: Paint,Cut,Paste,Play! for pre-K & Kindergarten, Exploring Art for Kindergarten & 1st grade, Storytelling & Illustration, Youth Drawing, Cartooning, Printmaking, Watercolor & Pastel for 2nd & 3rd Grades, Botanical Art, Drawing & Painting for 4th & 5th grades, and Drawing & Painting & Youth Wheel for 6th & 7th Grades. They will also be offering the Culinary Club this year for students 8 -12 years of age, and Printing Immersion … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Palos Verdes Peninsula Education Foundation 2018 Main Event - 04/17/18 02:43 PM

Palos Verdes Peninsula Education Foundation (PEF) will be holding its annual “Main Event” fundraiser at Terranea Resort on Saturday, May 12, 2018, to raise additional funds for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.  This year’s event “Totally 80’s Bash” is meant to be a reminisce about music by Devo, Blondie, Men at Work and Tears for Fears.  Remember shoulder pads, Members Only jackets, leg warmers, Pac Man, Rubik’s Cube, everything neon and dot matrix printer paper?  You will enjoy cocktails, dinner and dancing at Terranea Resort.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Education Foundation was founded in 1979 to raise much needed money for our … (17 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Terranea Resorts Offers Falconry Demonstration - 04/13/18 12:16 PM
 
Terranea is known for its breathtaking views and outstanding restaurants, but did you know that it has its own Falconer on the premises?  Falconry has been around for a long time, and today world trained raptors still make their way around the Peninsula enjoying the sport.  Terranea Resort instituted the program at the resort because of the large seagull population which would encroach into the restaurant areas.  Falcons help to sway the seagulls away from this area which of course is popular with those staying at the resort.
Terranea offers a weekly complimentary meet and greet Thursday through Sunday, from 11:00 to … (0 comments)

palos verdes things to do: Enjoy Palos Verdes Library District’s April Free Movies! - 04/10/18 09:36 AM

The Palos Verdes Library District has two great free movies that they will be showing in the month of April 2018.  Each month they offer a different selection of foreign movies – a “latest” releases  and classic cinema.  Most of the screenings will have some post film discussion which adds an opportunity to socialize with others in the community.  The PVLD’s Ciné-Monde, a film series featuring notable films from around the globe, will be screening THE SALESMAN at 5:30 p.m., on Thursday, April 12, 2018, in the Peninsula Center Library Community Room.  The film will be in its original Persian with English subtitles.  This … (1 comments)

 
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