There is a bit of winter swell on tap this weekend with reports that double over-head waves will land on South Bay beaches by Saturday morning according to swellmagnet. The normal weekend warrior should take pause before paddling and or swimming out beyond the break this weekend as rip tides and currents will be on the move. Maybe a chance to catch the “big one” or just admire the view from the parking lot and document your weekend with instagram or facebook.
Once again South Bay Boardriders Surf Contest number two “Dive N’ Surf El Porto Challenge” has been postponed due to the high surf anticipated for the weekend. Mother Nature always has her own schedule but SBBC looks to re-schedule this surf contest sometime in March. Below are some South Bay Events happening this weekend.
With The Beatles tribute band perform this Friday at Alpine Village.
Paul Jean Martel at the Palos Verdes Art Center: Friday, January 23, 2015 The Palos Verde Art Center presents Paul Jean Martel: Post Impressionist, a comprehensive survey of the artist’s work from small studio sketches to fully realized paintings. On view January 23, 2015 – March 8, 2015, the exhibition explores the trajectory of the artist’s career both in Europe and the United States. Featuring more than 80 paintings and drawings produced from 1896 To 1944, including many works that have not been seen by the public since they arrived by ship from Europe. Palos Verdes Art Center is located at 5504 West Crestridge Road in Rancho Palos Verdes. more info
Maeya Art Festival: Friday, January 23, 2015 – Sunday, January 25, 2015 – 11-6pm The purposes of the Maeya art festival competitions are, first, to discover and showcase the talented worldwide artists, and second, to help develop the collection for galleries, museums, private parties and talent agencies third, to create an elegant event with the entertainment and education for the local community fourth , to create the multicultural exchange experience through the arts. From January 23th to 25th, Maeya Art Festival will present a variety of Chinese painting and calligraphy exhibitions, such as Chinese traditional paintings,, gouaches, Chinese watercolors and more. Maeya Art Festival will take place at the Promenade On the Peninsula, 550 Deep Valley Drive in Rolling Hills Estates. more info
Norris Theatre Opens Tax Season with Comedy ‘Love, Sex & the I.R.S.’: Friday, January 23, 2015 – Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 8 p.m. Palos Verdes Performing Art presents “Love, Sex and the I.R.S.,” a hilarious farce about two bumbling tax cheats whose ruse unravels when the I.R.S. comes to investigate. The wild cross-dressing comedy like is a ‘70s style cross between “I Love Lucy” and “Some Like it Hot.” Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from January 23 – February 8. Tickets are $45-$55. The Norris Theatre is located at 27570 Norris Center Drive in Rolling Hills Estates. more info
The Mother Hips at Saint Rocke: Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 9:00 PM – Close Some California countrified rock drops by Saint Rocke this Saturday night with a live performance by The Mother Hips. Frontman, songwriter, and Mira Costa alumni Tim Bluhm met the rest of the Hips at Chico State almost 24 years ago and they’ve been a successful live music show ever since. A truly independent rock n roll band, their sound is part alternative rock and part jam band. Take a listen to what the Mother Hips have been playing lately at Saint Rocke this Saturday night. Saint Rocke is located at 142 Pacific Coast HWY in Hermosa Beach. more info
Late Night Catechism: ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 8:00 PM Late Nite Catechism creator and the original Sister comes back to teach class to a roomful of “students” about the saints, venial sins, limbo and more, including lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and the Last Rites, including her own wacky version of the Newlywed Game. Classroom participation is a must, so bring along your sweetie, your friends and your sense of humor for a session with the country’s feistiest couples counselor! Tickets start at $20. Armstrong Theater, 3300 Civic Center Drive in Torrance. more info
Join the vintage treasure hunt at the Torrance Antique Street Faire: Sunday, January 25, 2015 – 8 am to 3 pm200 vendors will showcase one-of-a-kind collectibles like vintage furniture, glassware, books, jewelry, toys and much more. Don’t fret if you miss the fair this weekend…Downtown Torrance hosts the event the fourth Sunday of every month. Antique shopping at its best! Admission and parking are free. Torrance Antique Street Faire happens in Old Town Torrance. more info
Dine MB Restaurant Week: Sunday, January 25, 2015 Manhattan Beach will hold their second annual Dine MB restaurant week as a part of the California Restaurant Month from January 25-30. The beach city has become a foodie paradise with highly referred establishments, along with up and coming chefs. A selection of restaurants in Manhattan Beach will participate in the program displaying a pre set dinner menu. more info
Wild and Scenic Film Festival at Warner Grand Theatre : Sunday, January 25, 2015 – 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM This premier environmental & adventure film festival combines stellar filmmaking, beautiful cinematography and first-rate storytelling to inform, inspire & ignite conservation efforts. Presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Tickets are discounted online. Purchase tickets at the door beginning at 3 p.m. (310) 541-7613. Warner Grand Theatre is located at 434 W. 6th St. in San Pedro. more info