JULY 17
Canoga Pop – Third Thursday Art Show and Sale: Join the community and explore the Canoga Park Arts District, meet-and-greet artists, purchase artwork including ceramics and enjoy live music, 5-9 p.m. July 17. Also, take part in a “Mural Scavenger Hunt” (see the link for details). In addition, the Canoga Park Historical Society Museum is open tonight (7248 Owensmouth Avenue; www.facebook.com/canogaparkhistory). Presented by the Canoga Park Improvement Association (818-346-7480) and Canoga Park Artwalk. Location, Sherman Way between Alabama and Owensmouth avenues, Canoga Park. Details on the event and the scavenger hunt: www.facebook.com/CPIA.LA. More details on the event: tinyurl.com/24rk9aet
Rock Around the Block: Torrance Historical Society, 1345 Post Ave,. will host its 18th Annual Rock Around the Block event from 5 to 8 p.m. July 17. The event will feature vintage cars, ’50s music, special exhibits, featuring the original All-American City congratulatory telegram from President Dwight Eisenhower, along with the All-America City button and logo, and much more. The event is free. Information: 310-328-5392 or TorranceHistoricalSociety.org.
Sunset Concerts at the Skirball Cultural Center: Rodrigo Amarante, 7 p.m., and Helado Negro, 8:15 p.m. July 17. Intermission with KCRW DJ Jason Bentley, 7:45 p.m. Doors open, 6 p.m.; for exploring museum exhibits, and for purchasing food and beverages. Admission is free; walk-up tickets on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking $20 (no street parking). Upcoming: La Perla and Meridian Brothers, July 24. Location, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. 310-440-4500. www.skirball.org/programs/sunset-concerts-rodrigo-amarante-helado-negro.
Book Soup: Sarah Hartshorne discusses and signs “You Wanna Be on Top? – A Memoir of Makeovers, Manipulation, and Not Becoming America’s Next Top Model,” 7 p.m. July 17. Doug Levy discusses and signs “Hero Redefined – Profiles on Olympic Athletes Under the Radar,” 7 p.m. July 23. Location, 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 310-659-3110. www.booksoup.com/
Saint Rocke: Live performers take the stage regularly at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Upcoming shows are Saint Rocke-A-Billy Surf Party, with the HillBilly Surfers, and with Vignatis, 8 p.m. July 17 (doors, 7 p.m.); Couch Dog with Bed Sweater, 8 p.m. Friday, July 18 (doors, 7 p.m.); The Downhill Jam: America’ Finest Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Cover Band, 8 p.m. Saturday, July 19 (doors, 7 p.m.); Sunday Funday Live Band Line Dancing with Boots and Bows and Cobra Cowboy, Sunday, 5 p.m. Sunday, July 20 (doors, 4 p.m.); Warped Warmup with Sheblime and the All GRL Jam, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 23 (doors, 6:30 p.m.); Cosmic Kitten, the Blurry Stars, and Paradise Vultures, 8 p.m. Thursday, July 24 (doors, 7 p.m.). Minimum age: 21. Complete schedule: saintrocke.com
JULY 18
Roots of Cool – A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World: Descanso Gardens presents an indoor and outdoor multi-sensory exhibition from more than 12 artists that explores the role of trees, past and present, in Los Angeles. The exhibit, curated by Edith and Jolly de Guzman, runs through Oct. 12. Hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. Admission $15; $11 ages 65 and older and students with ID; $5 ages 5-12. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. 818-949-4200. descansogardens.org
Fierce! The Story of Cats – Natural History Museum Los Angeles County: The international traveling exhibit, from the Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle in France, runs through Feb. 18 (this exhibit requires an add-on ticket price to the museum’s general admission; nhm.org/cats). Ongoing: The “Butterfly Pavilion,” the seasonal outdoor exhibit runs through Aug. 24; reservations required by timed ticket (30-minute time slots; $10; must also purchase museum admission; details tinyurl.com/4asy4c62). Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday (but closed on the first Tuesday of the month and some holidays). Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required. Location, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. www.facebook.com/nhmla. nhmlac.org
Visions in Nature art show: “Sherie Garner: Realism Art” and “Ruthellyn Whittington: Textile Art” exhibit open with a brunch reception, 10-11:30 a.m. July 18. Make a reservation to meet the artists and attend the reception (liveathillcrest.org/events or call 657-279-4495). The exhibit runs through Sept. Hillcrest, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. 657-279-4495. liveathillcrest.org
Tattoo Arts Festival: Villain Arts presents its inaugural event, 2-11 p.m. July 18. Also, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. July 19; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 20. Admission $25; $50 for 3-day pass; free for ages 11 and younger. Long Beach Entertainment and Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. shorturl.at/wLO5d.
Jane Austen Book Club: Persuasion. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library Purcell Room, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 4-5 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.
Granada Hills Farmers Market: The Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce presents the market, 6-10 p.m. Fridays. Location, White Oak Avenue (at Chatsworth Street). 818-368-3235. www.granadachamber.com/
Vroman’s Bookstore: Steven Borzachillo discusses and signs “Brochet – 30 Easy Patterns for Crochet Weaponry and Ami-gore-rumi,” 7 p.m. July 18. Local Authors Day – Young Readers Edition: Kyriacos Vidalakis (“Murky Waters”) and Norah Lally (“Back to Bainbridge”) present their books, 11 a.m. July 20. Local Authors Day – Adult Edition: Carlos Vasquez (“Warrior in the Garden – 7 Rules for Men”), S.L. Cook (“A Snow Leopard Named Midas”), and Scott Coon (“Godless Armageddon”) present their books, 4 p.m. July 20. Bruce Holsinger discusses and signs “Culpability,” 7 p.m. July 21. Michael C. Higgins discusses and signs “Exploring Wine Regions – México – Discovering México’s Quality Wines and Phenomenal Cuisine,” 7 p.m. July 22. Location, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-5320. www.facebook.com/vromansbookstore. vromansbookstore.com
Laugh Factory Covina: Carlos Mencia – The Liberated Tour, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. July 18, and 9:30 p.m. July 19. Paul Rodriguez, 7 p.m. July 20. Minimum age: 18. Check the website for ticket prices (regular and VIP). Two-item minimum for all shows. Location, 104 N. Citrus Ave., Covina. 626-339-0093. www.tixr.com/groups/laughfactorycovina
Damn Yankees: The Aerospace Players present the musical “Damn Yankees” at James Armstrong Theater, 3330 Civic Center Drive, in Torrance. Based on the novel “The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant” by Douglass Wallop, this Broadway musical comedy tells the tale of middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, who trades his soul to the Devil (Mr. Applegate). Joe transforms into young baseball sensation Joe Hardy for a chance to lead his favorite team, the Washington Senators, to victory in the pennant race against those dang New York Yankees. The show runs, 7:30 p.m. July 18-19; 2 p.m. July 20; 7:30 p.m. July 24-25; 2 p.m. July 26. Tickets cost $22 to $26. Information: 310-781-7171 or aeroplayers.org.
Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks – Hollywood Bowl: The Los Angeles Philharmonic, conducted by Carlos Miguel Prieto, and with the San Francisco Ballet performing selections from “Swan Lake,” and the composer’s 1812 Overture with accompaniment by the USC Marching Band, 8 p.m. July 18-19. Gates open, 6 p.m. Tickets $24 and up. Location, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. www.hollywoodbowl.com/. www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/3595/2025-07-18/tchaikovsky-spectacular-with-fireworks#
JULY 19
Woodland Hills Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 5650 Shoup Ave. 818-300-3023. Facebook: bit.ly/44cFl0P
Guided Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10:30 a.m. July 19. 310-541-7613. pvplc.org.
Autobooks-Aerobooks: Joe Schubeck presents and signs “Hot Rods, Trains and Planes – From the Scrapbook of “Gentleman Joe” Schubeck, Drag Racing Entrepreneur,” 11 a.m.-3 p.m. July 19. Order a signed copy in advance. Location, 2900 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank. 818-845-0707. www.autobooks-aerobooks.com/
7 Saturdays of Summer: Long Beach Bluegrass Festival. Presented by Live at the Shell. Recreation Park Band Shell, 701-939 Federation Drive, Long Beach. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 19. liveattheshell.org.
Old Town Music Hall: 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., El Segundo. This weekend’s features: “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” (1939) at 2:30 p.m., and “Stop Making Sense” (1984), 7 p.m. July 19. Riverboat Dixie Jazz Band concert, 2:30 p.m. July 20. Tickets online at oldtownmusichall.org.
Concerts in the Park – City of Santa Clarita: The series of summer concerts is celebrating its 35th year of free-to-attend live music. Far Out Boy, a tribute to Fall Out Boy, July 19. Food trucks, 5 p.m. Check the website for more Saturday concerts through Aug. 30. Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita. Email: aeo@santaclarita.gov. santaclarita.gov/concerts
Pasadena Heritage Bridge Party – Colorado Street Bridge: Pasadena Heritage presents the event with a classic car display, live music, local restaurant vendors and a children’s zone, 6 p.m. July 19. Walk on the historic Colorado Street Bridge. Proceeds go to support the organization’s mission to identify and preserve historical sites and cultural resources in Pasadena. Tickets in advance $39.11 (at the door, $40); free for ages 12 and younger. No cash event. Location, Defenders Park, main entrance on Colorado and South Orange Grove boulevards. 626-441-6333. www.facebook.com/PasadenaHeritage/. pasadenaheritage.org/bridgeparty
Comedy Night: RimoVision Group presents its 10th Comedy Night at the Second Story Theatre, 710 Pier Ave., in Hermosa Beach, at 7 p.m. Hosted by resident actor and resident comedian Daniel Nedow, the evening promises comedy for every taste with performances by Aaron Colbert, Mark White, Kathy Reyes, Valerie Vibar and Kaju. Tickets cost $30 to $40. shorturl.at/B75zu.
The Seagull: The play by Anton Chekhov, retold by Ellen Geer and set in 1970s Malibu, 7:30 p.m. July 19. Show runs 7:30 p.m. July 25; other dates through Oct. 5. Tickets: upper tier (general seating), $32; $20 ages 62 and older and students; $15 ages 5-15; lower tier, assigned seats $48; $35 ages 62 and older and students; $15 ages 5-15; also, $60 premium seating. Parking $10 in the lot; or, for free along Topanga Canyon Boulevard. Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. 310-455-3723. www.facebook.com/Theatricum. www.theatricum.com
JULY 20
Long Beach Antique Market: Veterans Memorial Stadium, 4901 Conant St. 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m. July 20. longbeachantiquemarket.com.
Encino Farmers Market: ONEgeneration presents the market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays. Location, 17400 Victory Blvd. (between Balboa Boulevard and White Oak Avenue). Farmers market manager, 818-708-6611 or email: farmersmarket@onegeneration.org. www.onegeneration.org/farmers-market/
Good Times Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Los Angeles Valley College, parking lot A, 5800 Fulton Ave. (at Burbank Boulevard), Valley Glen. Email: goodtimesfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Instagram: tinyurl.com/mrxcaxrn
Billie Holiday: God Bless the Child. Cabaret Jazz Supper Club. Presented by Jazz Legacy Project. Harlyne J. Norris Pavilion, 501 Indian Peak Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 4:15 p.m. July 20. $88-$128. 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.
Amazing Music Store in Pacific Palisades – Benefit Concert: Palisades Dolphin Strong hosts the fundraising event — for the more than four decades small business (867 Swarthmore Ave.) that was destroyed in the January 2025 Palisades fire — with proceeds going to the music store’s owner Patrick Hildebrand. The emcee for the benefit is Sam Laganà — the voice of the Los Angeles Rams and a Palisades High School alumnus — and includes a silent auction and the concert, 5 p.m. July 20. Admission $75; $175 VIP. Food and drinks for purchase. Cashless event. Historic Woman’s Club, 1210 Fourth St., Santa Monica. Information on Palisades Dolphin Strong: palisadesdolphinstrong.org/. Details and to purchase admission: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/amazing-music-benefit-concert
Concerts at Warner Park – Valley Cultural Foundation: Kenny Hale – the music of Neil Diamond, with emerging artist Jeffrey Chan, July 20. Emerging artists perform, 5:30-6:15, before the headliner. Concerts end at 8:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted on the website). Food booths and food trucks. Free admission (bring your own blanket or low-back chair for seating). Or: $20 VIP seat; $35 VIP seat and paid parking (purchase in advance). Parking: $20 is cash only; event parking begins at 4 p.m. (see the website’s Directions and Parking section for addresses and more information, valleycultural.org/concerts-events/concerts/). See more concerts at Warner Park on the website. Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. 818-888-0822. www.valleycultural.org
SiR – Hollywood Bowl: KCRW Festival presents the Grammy Award-nominated singer, with Leon Thomas, 7 p.m. July 20. Gates open, 5:30 p.m. Tickets $24 and up. Location, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. www.hollywoodbowl.com/. www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/3597/2025-07-20/sir#
Much Ado About Nothing: The play by William Shakespeare, 7:30 p.m. July 20; other dates through Sept. 13. Tickets: upper tier (general seating), $32; $20 ages 62 and older and students; $15 ages 5-15; lower tier, assigned seats $48; $35 ages 62 and older and students; $15 ages 5-15; also, $60 premium seating. Parking $10 in the lot; or, for free along Topanga Canyon Boulevard. Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. 310-455-3723. www.facebook.com/Theatricum. www.theatricum.com
JULY 21
La Brea Tar Pits and Museum: Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, except closed on the first Tuesday of the month and national holidays. Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and students ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required (tarpits.org/plan-your-visit/la-brea-tar-pits-buy-tickets). Parking $18. Location, 5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 213-763-3499. tarpits.org/
JULY 22
Forest Lawn Museum – Glendale: “Persona – Exploring Self-Portraiture,” an exhibit of self-portraits by more than 20 contemporary artists plus historic self-portraits. The exhibit’s artwork include fused glass, paintings, photographs, prints, sculptures and textiles. The exhibit runs through Aug. 10. Permanent exhibits: forestlawn.com/museum/. Free admission. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Location, 1712 S. Glendale Ave. forestlawn.com. https://forestlawn.com/exhibits/persona-exploring-self-portraiture-2/
Kidspace Children’s Museum – Pasadena: Museum hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Timed tickets are required. Admission $15.50 ages 1-61; $13.50 ages 62 and older. Location, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-9144. kidspacemuseum.org
Discovery Cube Los Angeles – Sylmar: Ongoing special: “Rescue Exhibition,” through Sept. 1 (www.discoverycube.org/los-angeles/exhibits/rescue-exhibition). The museum has ongoing exhibits that aim to make science fun for children. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Admission $20 ages 15-61; $18 ages 62 and older; $17 ages 3-14. Location, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar. www.facebook.com/TheDiscoveryCube and www.discoverycube.org
Glendora Genealogical Group: Meeting, 6 p.m. July 22. Free admission. La Fetra Senior Center, 333 E. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. For the topic call, 909-592-4030.
Los Angeles Philharmonic – Rhapsody in Blue and New Word Symphony at the Hollywood Bowl: Dalia Stasevska conducts the philharmonic, and with pianist Hayato Sumino, in a program that opens with Malambo by Ginastera, Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9 (known as New World Symphony), 8 p.m. July 22. Gates open, 6 p.m. Tickets $13 and up. Location, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. www.hollywoodbowl.com/. Details: tinyurl.com/25mkducj
JULY 23
Bohannon Lecture Series: “Palos Verdes History,” featuring Palos Verdes Library District archivist and local historian Monique Sugimoto Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. July 23. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.
Summer Sounds of Cinema: Presented by Long Beach Community Band. Stearns Championship Park, 4529 E. 23rd St., Long Beach. 6:30 p.m. July 23. Followed by a showing of “Sonic 3.” longbeachcommunityband.org.
JULY 24
Zibby’s Bookshop: Christina Hillsberg discusses and signs “Agents of Change – The Women Who Transformed the CIA,” 6 p.m. July 24. Free to attend, but make a reservation on Eventbrite: tinyurl.com/2a4d7tek. Location, 1113 Montana Ave., Santa Monica. 424-387-1744.
Bowlarama – The Architecture of Mid-Century Bowling: San Fernando Valley Historical Society presents author Chris Nichols discussing the topic, 7 p.m. July 24. A book signing follows the program. Free admission/donations are appreciated. Program is outdoors. Location, Andrés Pico Adobe, 10940 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills (enter the parking lot from Brand Boulevard at the junction of Sepulveda Boulevard). 818-365-7810. 818-365-7810. Email: sfvhistory@gmail.com. sfvhs.com. www.facebook.com/SFVHS/
UPCOMING
NoHo Summer Nights – Valley Cultural Foundation: Jelly Soul, the Jelly Roll Experience, and emerging artist, Julie Lyons, 7-9:30 p.m. July 26 (https://valleycultural.org/event/2025-noho-7-26-jelly-soul/). Upcoming: Start Me Up, a tribute to the Rolling Stones, with emerging artist Sunshine, Aug. 2. Free admission. Bring a blanket of low-back lawn chair for seating. North Hollywood Recreation Center, 11455 Magnolia Blvd. (next to the North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library). valleycultural.org. https://valleycultural.org/concerts-events/noho-summer-nights/
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 “The Ties That Bind Us (L’attachement)” on July 30, “Cabaret Total” on Aug. 6, and “A Little Prayer” on Aug. 13. Purchase online at southbayfilmsociety.com.
Movie in the Park: “The Wild Robot” (2024, animated). Presented by RPV. Ken Dyda Civic Center, 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 7 p.m. Aug. 9. https://www.rpvca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/23417/2025-summer-movies-in-the-park
Movies Under the Stars – One Colorado: “Hairspray” (2007), 8:30 p.m. July 26. Free to attend, but also a VIP seating option. Make a reservation; space-limited. Bring your own blanket or low-back lawn chair for seating (see details on the website). Upcoming: “School of Rock” (2003), Aug. 9; “Coco” (2017), Aug. 23. Location, in the Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena. 626-564-1066. www.onecolorado.com/events/
ONGOING
Book Sales: Hosted by Peninsula Friends of the Library every first Friday to Sunday (10 a.m.-5 p.m) of the month at Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates (July 5-6). Every third Friday and Saturday (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) at Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 310-377-9584, ext. 253. Malaga Cove Library: 310-377-9584, ext. 553, pvldfriends.org.
Farmers Market: Presented by the Regional Chamber of Commerce of San Gabriel Valley. Held every Saturday on the campus of Mt. San Antonio College in Parking Lot B, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. It features fresh produce, artisan goods, and pre-packed food from local growers and vendors. Open to the public, the market supports healthy living and local entrepreneurship. Free Parking. Location: 1100 N. Grand Ave., Walnut. rccsgv.com/farmers-market/
John Rowland Mansion: The historic home is open for showings at noon and 1 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month. Park at the Hacienda La Puente School District lot. Location, 16021 Gale Ave., City of Industry. 909-241-7961. lpvhistoricalsociety.org
Rubel Castle: The castle is an elaborate folk-art medieval castle in the foothills of Glendora, with 5-story tall towers solidly built out of junk and river rocks by the late Michael Rubel and his friends. The castle offers eight guided tours each month; by appointment-only. Admission $20 for adults; $10 ages 8-18; cash-only. The property is not Americans with Disabilities Act accessible (see website for details). Location, 844 N. Live Oak Ave., Glendora. Glendora Historical Society voicemail, 626-963-0419. rubeltours.org
Art of Wood Carving: Presented by California Carvers Guild. Meets from 8 a.m. to noon every Monday and Wednesday. Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St., Room 207, Long Beach. 562-570-3500.
Welcome Orientation: Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Participants will be given a virtual tour of the community and learn about the many free programs that CSC South Bay offers for cancer patients and their loved ones. To register for this virtual meeting, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. 11 a.m. every Monday and Friday. Information: Norma Gonzalez, cancer support navigator, Norma@CSCSouthbay.org or 310-376-3550.
Overeaters Anonymous: First Christian Church, 2930 El Dorado St., Room 9, Torrance. 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-529-5708.
Dementia Caregiver Support Group: Facilitated by Beach Cities Health District’s care manager, Charlotte Barnett, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Manhattan Beach Older Adults Program. Joslyn Community Center, 1601 N. Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach. 1:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month. bchd.org/support-groups.
Bridge, Supervised Play: Improve your bridge play with helpful mentors. Friendly game where you can ask questions while you play. No partner required. South Bay Bridge Club, 24100 Narbonne Ave., Lomita. 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. $5. 310-373-8166, SBBC.Club.manager@gmail.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.
Monrovia Historical Museum: Discover Monrovia’s history. Docent-led tours are available. Hours: 1-4 p.m. Thursday and Sunday. Free admission. Location, 742 E. Lemon Ave. For more information, 626-357-9537. monroviahistoricalmuseum.org. Updates: www.facebook.com/monroviahistoricalmuseum
Blankets of Love: Weekly knitting/crocheting baby blankets for those in need in the L.A. area. Joslyn Center, 1601 N. Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach. 3-5 p.m. Thursdays. blanketsoflovesouthbay.com.