South Bay weekend plans will be adjusted accordingly to shifting weather systems as the biggest Pineapple Express driven storm drenches the beach cities and the west coast. The surf is up and pounding all along the coastal Santa Monica Bay with over-head and double over-head wind blown and white-capped waves churning the ocean into a Victory at Sea. The run-off from the storm will mix all types of malcontent sewage into local beach breaks but could arrange wave shaping sand bars that produce long lines and smooth shoulders during the holidays. One casualty of the storm is the first showdown of the South Bay Boardriders Club surf series that was supposed to happen this Saturday. It has been post-poned according to their facebook page:
“Surf Series Contest is POSTPONED due to unfavorable conditions forecast for Saturday. Safety is priority #1, and it has been decided to postpone the contest until the next available date from LA County Harbors and Beaches Dept.”
Scroll on down below to find out about some South Bay Events happening this weekend.
Windy & white-capped view of Torrance & Rat Beach
Winter Concert: THE HOLIDAY SEASON by The Torrance Civic Chorale: Friday, December 12, 2014 – Saturday, December 13 Torrance Civic Chorale and Orchestra are excited to present the world premiere of ‘Magnificat’ written by our Artistic Director and Conductor, David Burks. Scored for Mixed chorus, soloists, orchestra, English Horn and Vibraphone, his timely setting of this sacred text brings to our concert stage fresh and vibrant harmonies with sensitive yet progressive choral and orchestral energy never before heard. more info
Texas Loosey’s has LOU LOU on Friday Dec 12th with 3B Blues Band: Friday, December 12, 2014 – 9pm-1amLOU LOU & 3B BLUES BAND are about the music. Not his or mine, but THE MUSIC!
TEXAS LOOSEY’s successful recipe of excellent food, lively entertainment and comfortable surroundings is what makes it so unique, especially when you see the waitress’s uniform. more info
Holiday Cheer at the Redondo Beach Pier With Surfing Santa and Live Concert: Saturday, December 13, 2014 – 3:00pm The 4th Annual Holiday Concert presented by Redondo Pier Association is free and open to the public. Holiday parking is also free at the Redondo Beach Pier December 13 – 30, 2014, 8:00a.m. – 8:00p.m. more info
Coolio at Saint Rocke with Special Guests: Saturday, December 13, 2014 – 9:00 PM Coolio, the multi-talented Grammy Award winning and multi-platinum selling artist, composer and actor, is one of the most popular and successful rappers worldwide. He performs live at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach this Saturday with special musical guests LIFE, LyraFlip, Ray Speakmore, Flowbis. more info
23rd Annual King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade : Saturday, December 13, 2014 – 4:00 PM In its 23rd year this annual event harnesses the joy of the holiday season with its festive lights that always entertain the crowd. This year’s Grand Marshall this year is Fritz Coleman (NBC LA Weathercaster). The theme “King Harbor Lights” is sure to inspire creative entries for the boats and SUP/paddlecraft as they compete for one of 16 awards. more info
San Pedro City’s Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker: Saturday, December 13, 2014 – Sunday, December 14, 2014San Pedro City Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker will feature company members, as well as a supporting cast of 125 ranging from 4 years old to adult. The part of Clara will be danced by the stunning Jacie Jewett. International Russian dancer Alexey Kulpin will entertain the audience with masterful, athletic moves as Columbine Doll and as soloist in the Russian variation. more info
BLOG: 26th Annual Manhattan Beach Holiday Fireworks This Sunday, December 14th Downtown Manhattan Beach explodes into a chestnut like fiery glow with its 26th Annual Holiday Fireworks show that celebrates December’s good tidings with a cornucopia of oohhhss and ahhhhs. What started in 1989 as an answer to the heavy swells of summer tourists that made a 4th of July fireworks show difficult, the annual holiday fireworks show has now certainly become a hallmark, community event for Manhattan Beach. more info