Part of Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation Studio Cabaret Series, where guests can sit on four-seat cocktail tables and enjoy a gourmet dinner, brings artist Louie Cruz Beltran to Nakano Theatre. Louie weaves Latin & Afro-Cuban rhythms and some Pop music together; he’s also a percussionist and vocalist. General tickets start at $33 for both Friday & Saturday night. www.torrancearts.org
Below are a list of South Bay Events happening this weekend.
Spring Fling at South Bay Galleria: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Bring the family and kids to enjoy free entertainment like face painting, balloon artists, a dance floor, prize baskets and more. Plus, South Bay Galleria will also have its very own photo frame for the entire family to take photos with the Easter Bunny. Location: 1815 Hawthorne Boulevard in Redondo Beach
Author Linda Dembo Storytime & Booksigning at Sandpiper Books: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM Linda Dembo is a children author, who will be reading & signing her new picture book “Meet Mardi,” about an adorable little apricot-colored puppy. Follow Mardi through her book series of life stories with a vision of values for young children. The real dog who inspired this new book will also be attending. Location: 4665 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
Kids Krazy Krafts Day at the Museum: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM A whole day for the family at the International Printing Museum this Saturday lets kids explore all types of paper & print based activities like cartooning, printing from an antique letterpress machine, the art paper folding (Oragami) or make an actual piece of paper from some wood pulp. Cost is $10 per person or $8 for each group of four; kids under 5 are free. Location: 315 W. Torrance Blvd. Carson, CA 90745 www.printmuseum.org
Mickey’s Deli 64th Anniversary Party: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Long standing Hermosa Beach liquor store and deli has been feeding and re-hydrating customers for 64 years now and wants to celebrate this Saturday by offering up a 1953 Throwback Menu where select items range from a quarter to a dollar. The founder of the deli, Mickey, opened it in 1953 at the age 22 years old after he had saved up $2000 and took a small loan from his father to open his deli. more info
Tidepool Walk at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Join CMA Educators as they conduct tours of the Point Fermin tidepools. Attend an informative slide show in the John M. Olguin Auditorium, then come along on the naturalist-led ramble on the rocks to see animals in their natural habitat. Outdoor clothing and sneakers advised. Young children must be accompanied by adults. Reservations required for groups: 310-548-7562. This event is free. Location: 3720 Stephen M White Dr, San Pedro, CA 90731
ADM Presents Jalopies at the Juice Joint: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM Enjoy a night of flappers & big band, swing dancing & giggle water at Automobile Driving Museum in El Segundo. Dress in 1920s attire, photo-Ops in classic automobiles. All proceeds go to scholarship opportunities for engineering students at El Camino College in Torrance. Cost of admission is $50 per person & $85 per couple. Cash bar provided by Ruben’s Distillery. Location: 610 Lairport St, El Segundo, CA 90245 www.automobiledrivingmuseum.org
Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 7:30 PM A lively evening is in store as the Scottish Fiddlers of Los Angeles return to Hermosa Beach April 8 for their 36th Annual Spring Concert. A fiery program of marches, strathspeys, reels and jigs in the rousing Scottish tradition will be performed by the 40-member orchestra featuring fiddles, cellos, drums, piano, bagpipe, dancers, and Gaelic song. General admission tickets are $12. Location: Hermosa Beach Community Theatre at 710 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach, 90254 CA more info
Angry Donkey at The Standing Room: Saturday, April 8, 2017 – 9:30 PM Muffle your ears and hold on to your drink, Hermosa Beach’s rock n’ roll cover band kicks out plenty of jams Saturday night at The Standing Room. Drink specials available all night long and one of the best burger menus in the South Bay. Location: 1320 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254