Friday
Haunted Harbor Halloween
Berry Bly and Shade Hotel Redondo, 655 N. Harbor Drive, presents Haunted Harbor Halloween from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Step into the South Bay’s ultimate Halloween experience as the ballroom transforms into a harbor of haunts and thrills. Dance the night away with top DJs spinning high-energy sets, strike a pose on the red carpet photo opps, and immerse yourself in an eerie, haunted décor. Tickets are $55. Information: 310-350-4927 or shorturl.fm/994iB.
Saturday
Tommy Tuttle’s Thanksgiving
Torrance author Carrie Carroll, winner of the 2025 Storytrade Award for Children’s Fiction (ages up to 7), reads her book “Tommy Tuttle’s Thanksgiving Adventure” during storytime at Granny’s, 635 Monterey Blvd., in Hermosa Beach, at 2 p.m. Carroll’s book has been praised for its imaginative storytelling, vibrant illustrations, and timely message about the importance of family and gratitude. Information: 310-990-4562 or carrie@embersandoakstoryworks.com.
Upcoming
South Bay New Deal Bus Tour
Hermosa Beach Museum presents the South Bay New Deal Bus Tour at the Clark Building, 861 Valley Drive, at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8. Beginning in 1935, the Works Progress Administration combatted Great Depression-era unemployment by hiring millions of Americans to build public infrastructure and produce art. The schools, libraries, post offices and murals that they produced featured art and architecture influenced by the Art Deco and Social Realism movements. This bus tour explores the numerous WPA sites throughout the South Bay, including impressive architecture and the largest petrachrome mural in the world: “The History of Transportation” in Inglewood. The event is free. Information and to register: shorturl.fm/2Oygp.
Ongoing
Adult Bereavement Support Group
Taking Time: South Bay and Rolling Hills United Methodist Church, 26438 Crenshaw Blvd., are partnering to offer a non-denominational eight-week grief support group to adult members of the community who have experienced a death. The group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon Thursdays until Jan. 8 (no meeting on Nov. 27, Dec. 18 and 25, and Jan. 1). The cost is $100 per person. Information: 424-634-1956 or info@takingtime.org.
Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Join Beach Cities Health District’s care managers Joy Schmidt and Rudy Diaz, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, for a Dementia Caregiver Support Group in the cafe at 514 N. Prospect Ave., in Redondo Beach, at 2 p.m. every third Monday of the month. Information: bchd.org/support-groups.
Dia De Los Muertos Community Altar
El Segundo Public Library, 111 W. Mariposa Ave., presents a Community Altar in celebration of the two-day holiday Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Nov. 1-2. The altar will be open during library hours until Nov. 4. Families create ofrendas (offerings) to honor their departed family members that have passed. These altars are decorated with marigold flowers, photos of the departed, and the favorite foods and drinks of those being honored. The community is invited to contribute photos and messages to honor and remember their loved ones who have passed. Information: 310-524-2728.
Food and Mood Sharing Circle
Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, in Torrance, offers a free workshop led by instructor Lily Hanna. Designed for adults, participants will be provided a space to learn, exchange ideas, and connect. Each month features a different discussion topic geared toward food and mood categories. From 1 to 2 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month. Advanced registration is required. Visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Manhattan Beach Community Choir
The Manhattan Beach Community Church Choir is starting up again, and rehearsals will take place at Manhattan Beach Community Church, located at 303 S. Peck Ave., from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Sunday services start at 10 a.m. All are welcome, no costs or fees. All voice parts are invited. Music reading is helpful, but optional. Handel, Mozart, Rutter, Mark Hayes and more. Information: music@mbccucc.org.
Mindfulness Class for Kids
The Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave., presents a free play, art, guided visualization and affirmation for children while their parents are attending service. 11 a.m. to noon Sundays. Kids are taught to utilize the power within themselves to create a life they love. Information: 310-540-5080 or office@redondocsl.org.
Raffle Fundraiser
Help the seventh and eighth grade classes of Riviera Hall Lutheran School in Redondo Beach raise money for an educational trip to Washington, D.C., Pennsylvania and New York. Raffles cost $5 or $20 to enter, and winners do not have to be present. Win Chargers club tickets and autographed football, surfboard, restaurant gift cards or HydraFacial. Take home Dior, Chloe, Janessa Leone, Aviator Nation or Cleobella. rhlsbingoraffle.givesmart.com.
Volunteers and Students
South Bay Literacy Council offers free tutoring in English as a second language and in literacy for English speakers. Committed volunteers provide tutoring at various convenient South Bay locations and online, in classroom settings and one-on-one. The tutors are trained. To learn about the programs: southbayliteracy.org.
Little Fish Theatre
Little Fish Theatre at 514 Prospect Ave., Suite L-1, in Redondo Beach offers new, classic and works. Upcoming shows include “Shooting Star” through Sunday, Nov. 2, and “Cry It Out” from Nov. 14 to 30. Information and tickets: 310-512-6030, littlefishtheatre.org.
Live shows at TOCA
The Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, provides diverse, live entertainment by noteworthy performers. Upcoming attractions include “An Evening with Charles Phoenix” at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, “Spinphony” at 8 p.m. Nov. 8 and “Jose Antonio Rodriguez” on Nov. 14 and 15. Information: torrancearts.org.
Classics at Old Town
Vintage movies, music on a historic Wurlitzer pipe organ and old-fashioned sing-alongs can be enjoyed at the Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St., in El Segundo. This weekend’s features will be Cartoon Jamboree: Oscar Winning Animation at 2:30 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, and “The Big Parade” (1925-silent) with organ accompaniment at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2. Tickets online: oldtownmusichall.org.
Art films in the South Bay
The South Bay Film Society offers art-house features in the AMC Rolling Hills theater, 2591 Airport Drive, Torrance. Films often sell out ahead of time. In the coming weeks, the schedule includes “It Was Just An Accident” on Wednesday, Nov. 5, “Sentimental Value” on Nov. 12 and “Happyend” on Nov. 17. Purchase online at southbayfilmsociety.com.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Baleen in the Portofino: 8 to 11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at the Baleen Kitchen in the Portofino Hotel, 260 Portofino Way, in Redondo Beach. Information: hotelportofino.com/local-experiences.
The Bull Pen: The Bull Pen, 314 Avenue I, in Redondo Beach, has musicians on most Friday and Saturday nights. Information: thebullpenredondo.com.
Comedy and Magic Club: Top performers appear regularly at the South Bay’s premier venue, the Comedy and Magic Club, 1018 Hermosa Ave., in Hermosa Beach. Information: thecomedyandmagicclub.com.
The Lighthouse: The Lighthouse, 30 Pier Ave., in Hermosa Beach, has live shows most days. From 4 to 7 p.m. Information: thelighthousecafe.net.
Saint Rocke: Live performers take the stage regularly at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Upcoming shows are Zen Robbi Reunion Show with International Farmers on Thursday, Oct. 30; Wicked Wonderland with Lucky Ones, DJ Spicy Spence, Dance Armstrong, Isaac Exotic, Plur Pammy, and DJ Wootaing on Friday, Oct. 31 and Hoist the Colors Album Release Show with Western Waste, Heartwells and You Second on Saturday, Nov. 1. Complete schedule on saintrocke.com.
Starboard Attitude: Starboard Attitude (New), on the Redondo Beach Pier, has live music Friday to Sunday, as well as weeknight karaoke. Details on the bar’s Facebook page.
Shade hotels: Thursdays (5-8 p.m.) and Sundays (noon-3 p.m.) at Zinc restaurant in the Shade Hotel, 1221 N. Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach. Information: shadehotel.com.
Smog City West: Live music on Thursdays and Fridays, featuring the Acoustic Warriors every second and fourth Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Smog City West is located at 22755 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance. Information: smogcitybrewing.com.
Strand House: Music and an ocean view can be enjoyed in the evenings Thursday through Saturday at The Strand House, 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. Information: thestrandhousemb.com.
Vista has sunset vibes: Guests of all ages are welcome for DJ music and “silent disco” dancing on the stages at Vista, 11 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. From 5 to 10 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month. Tickets and information: sunsetvibesevents.com.
RECURRING MEET-UPS/EVENTS
Beach Cities Women’s Club: Meet new friends – movies, bunco, monthly lunches, outings and more. For more information, e-mail Jackye at jsullins@gmail.com.
Blankets of Love: Convenes weekly from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursdays at the Manhattan Beach Joslyn Center. Help make blankets for in-need families. Information: blanketsoflovesouthbay.com.
Bird enthusiasts: The South Bay Bird Society meets once per month in Hermosa Beach and virtually on Zoom. Information: sobaybirdsoc.com.
Book and story groups: Readers of all ages can attend story times, book groups and author talks through the Redondo Beach Public Library (redondo.org/cals/library.asp), and also Pages bookstore in Manhattan Beach (pagesabookstore.com).
Coin Club: The Bay Cities Coin Club welcomes participants of all ages and meets one Thursday per month at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6323 W. 80th St., Los Angeles. Information: baycitiescoinclub.com.
Divorce Workshop: The Law Offices of Kevin J. Kensik offers divorce workshop for people who need help connecting with legal, financial and emotional professionals who specialize in divorce every second Saturday in the Peninsula Center Library Conference Room from 9 a.m. to noon. Information: 310-891-2300.
Embroidery Group: The El Segundo Blue Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America meets on the first Wednesday of the month in the Lounge at the El Segundo United Methodist Church, 540 Main Street at 6:30 p.m. New and experienced stitchers welcomed. Information: elsegundoblue.ega@gmail.com.
Hiking in the Peninsula: Join the “Wandering Jews” for Saturday afternoon hikes in Palos Verdes. Send an email to wanderingjewscnt@gmail.com for the next meeting time and place.
Library book sale/Hermosa: The HB Friends of the Library store operates next to the parking lot of the Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. Information: hbfol.org.
Library book sale/Redondo: The Friends of the RB Public Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway, has items for sale Tuesday through Saturday; times vary. Information: redondobeachlibraryfriends.com.
Library book sale/Manhattan: Books can be purchased during library hours in the Friends of the Library cove at the top of the ramp near the south entrance. Please visit FriendsofMBL.com for the next large book sale.
PFLAG: Monthly group meetings welcoming the entire spectrum of LGBTQ+ community, friends, families, and allies for rich conversation and supportive community. Meetings are held first Tuesdays in the ground floor café at Beach Cities Health District, 514 N. Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach. More info at pflagmanhattanbeach.org/events.
Photography group: The South Bay Camera Club gathers on 2nd and 4th Mondays at the Torrance Airport Administration Building, 3301 Airport Drive; sometimes on Zoom. Information: donstouder@ca.rr.com; or sbccphotos.org.
Real Estate Planning for Reinvention and Retirement Series: “The Art of Letting Go: Clearing Space, Gaining Peace.” Presented by Hoffman Murphy Real Estate Team. Redondo Beach Public Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach. Thursday, Nov. 6, 4:30-6:30 p.m. hoffmanmurphy.com/events.
Social connections at BCHD: Those seeking ways to keep busy or seeking other ways to connect with others can join Beach Cities Health District’s social hours and chat sessions. Register and get a Zoom link on bchd.org.
Scottish Dancing: Classes in Scottish Ballroom Dancing take place Friday evenings and Thursday mornings at locations in Torrance and Redondo Beach. For information email Kris at rscds.la@gmail.com.
Tango lessons: Dance the Tango at the Woman’s Club of Redondo Beach on Monday evenings; no partner necessary. Information: send an email to danitangoargentino@gmail.com.
Theater Goers Group: Meets on the second Monday of the month at Veterans Park Senior Center, 301 Esplanade in Redondo Beach from 11 a.m. to noon. Information: 310-379-7876.
–Compiled by Robert Doss
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