Sweets For Your Sweetie Sunset Sail
2024-02-10 16:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
The perfect way to treat those special valentines in your life! Join us for an afternoon sail as you’re treated to sweet and savory delights, along with tea, coffee, and hot chocolate.
Location:
West 6th Street & Harbor Boulevard San Pedro, CA 90731
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Birds and Bees Under the Seas-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-02-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium with dinner and a behind-the-scenes look at how sea creatures meet, mate and raise their young.
This fun and family-friendly event is for MEMBERS-ONLY.
$25 for Adults
$12.50 for Kids
To join us, become a member today!
$50 Individual Membership includes 1 adult ticket
$75 Family Membership includes 2 adult tickets

Wild & Scenic Film Festival-Dana Middle School
2024-02-13 16:00 - 18:30 | CA
9th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour Presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy – The PVP Land Conservancy hosts a special selection of 11 films in 2.5 hours on Sunday, March 3rd at 4 pm that will thrill all ages and inspire new ideas, actions and awareness. The event will also include a chance to meet Sid, a two-toed sloth, plus a beer/wine bar, photo booth and refreshments.
The festival will be held at Dana Middle School
1501 S Cabrillo Ave, San Pedro. Tickets are $15 online and $20 at the door. The event sells out quickly.

Valentine's Day Sunset Sail
2024-02-14 17:00 - 19:30 | CA
VALENTINE’S DAY ADVENTURE DINING SUNSET SAIL
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024
5:00 – 7:30 PM
Sail the harbor with your special someone as you enjoy the sunset together!
Join us for an evening sail with a delicious dinner prepared by our Galley Chef, as well as dessert and non-alcoholic beverages. (Wine/beer is not included in our menu, but you are welcome to bring your own.)
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Volunteer Day-White Point Nature Preserve
2024-02-25 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-31 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
St. Patrick’s Day Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Sunday, March 17th, 9am – 12pm. Join us for a special “Green” day, this St. Patrick’s Day at White Point Nature Preserve located at 1600 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro! We will be working to maintain the Preserve’s restoration area of coastal sage scrub habitat critical for wildlife and beautify this major outdoor natural space for the community to enjoy. Sign up at pvplc.volunteerhub.com

Monthly Native Garden Restoration-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-03-09 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-04-13 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-05-11 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-06-08 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-07-13 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-08-10 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-09-14 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-10-12 09:00 - 10:30 and 1 more date | CA
Monthly Native Garden Restoration
Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium’s Education Team in cleaning up the native garden every second Saturday of the month. Monthly garden maintenance is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and learn about native plants, all while helping out! Meet at the native garden behind the aquarium.
Free and open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations requested for groups of 15 or more. Student service credit available.

Ti’at Society Shares History of “Moomat Ahiko”-Altasea
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:30 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Open House: The First Boat at AltaSea
Join us for our Open House!
The Ti’at Society Shares History of “Moomat Ahiko”
Traditional Plank Canoe finds a new home at AltaSea
The Ti’at Society will introduce “Moomat Ahiko” shedding light on the history and importance of the first Tongva traditional “Ti’at” plank canoe constructed since the 1800s.
Featured speakers:
Cindi M. Alvitre
Tongva Educator and Ti’at Society Co-Founder
Cindi Alvitre is a mother and grandmother, and she has been an educator and artist and activist for over three decades. She is a descendant of the original inhabitants of Los Angeles and Orange Counties
Desiree Martinez
Tongva Educator, Indigenous Archaeologist
Desiree Renee Martinez is a Gabrielino (Tongva) community member, practicing archaeologist and President of Cogstone Resource Management. Ms. Martinez has dedicated her life to obtaining the skills and knowledge to combat the wanton destruction of Native American sacred and cultural sites. Her research and professional work aim to remind the Southern California community of the Tongva’s vibrant heritage and continuing contribution to the Southern California region.
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Native Garden Restoration-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-04-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join CMA’s Education Team in cleaning up the native garden every second Saturday of the month. Monthly garden maintenance is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and learn about native plants, all while helping out! Meet at the native garden behind the aquarium.
Free and open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations requested for groups of 15 or more. Student service credit available.

Earth Day Chalk Fest
2024-04-20 10:00 - 14:00 | CA
Join us and create family-friendly art with an Earth Day theme.
Free chalk will be provided or bring your own biodegradable chalk.
Activities include a Mini-desert garden activity (while supplies last).
Come early!
Wilmington Waterfront Park
Main Plaza
604 West C Street, Wilmington

Earth Day Fair-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-04-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Celebrate during our Earth Day Fair!
The day begins with a cleanup of Cabrillo Beach. Then head over to the Aquarium to interact with local agencies and environmental groups, dive into arts and crafts and hatch grunion eggs!
Explore the many ways you can make a difference in protecting this fragile place we call Earth. CMA Earth Day poster and photo contest award winners will also be announced.
9am – 12pm: Beach Cleanup – meet at Outer Cabrillo Beach
10am – 3pm: EARTH DAY FAIR – CMA Courtyard

Kids Nature Club-White Point Nature Center
2024-09-14 10:30 - 11:30 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Nature Club for Kids – Butterflies
Join us for a butterfly themed Nature Club! We’ll learn about the butterflies that live on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, make fun crafts, and go on a butterfly hike through the garden. This event is free and suitable for ages 5-10.
Saturday, September 14, 10:30 am – 11:30 am
White Point Nature Education Center

Blue Hour Ocean Songs-AltaSea
2024-09-28 17:30 - 22:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Blue Hour
Ocean Songs
2451 Signal Street, Berth 60
Dinner by: Dustin Trani
Programming: Joel Sill, Executive Music Producer
Entertainment by: The L.A. Choral Lab
Dancing to: The Classics Los Angeles Dance Band
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is proud to announce its fifth annual Blue Hour fundraiser, an event that connects science, culture, and community by combining art and technology to tell the story of and raise awareness for the emerging blue economy.
Blue Hour: Ocean Songs will feature the sounds of the ocean, curated by renowned music producer Joel Sill, serving as executive music producer for the evening. Sill is known for his work on Forrest Gump, Terminator 3, Blade Runner, and many other box office hits.
Ticket Options
$150 for Blue Hour Admission ticket
$500 for Blue-Access VIP ticket
Tickets Include
Admission to Blue Hour: Ocean Songs
1 Meal Courtesy of Trani’s Dockside
Access to Open Bar
Blue-Access Includes
Private outdoor lounge
Bar with signature drink
Mix & mingle with award winners throughout the night
The funds raised by Blue Hour supports AltaSea’s Ocean STEM, which provide educational programs to students throughout Los Angeles at no cost, giving them an opportunity to learn about the vast opportunities within the blue economy – from marine conservation to underwater robotics and clean energy.
If you cannot attend Blue Hour, you can donate to AltaSea here
AltaSea is a 501(c)(3) and donations are tax-deductible
Purchase Tickets Here

Monthly Native Garden Restoration-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-12-14 09:00 - 10:30 | CA
Monthly Native Garden Restoration
Saturday, January 13, 2024
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium’s Education Team in cleaning up the native garden every second Saturday of the month. Monthly garden maintenance is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and learn about native plants, all while helping out! Meet at the native garden behind the aquarium.
Free and open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations requested for groups of 15 or more. Student service credit available.

Salt Marsh Open House
2025-01-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Salinas de San Pedro Salt Marsh, 3720 Stephen M White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Salt Marsh Open House
Visit Cabrillo Beach’s own wetland habitat, Salinas de San Pedro, and discover the plants and animals that call it home! Using binoculars, magnifying glasses and other tools, CMA Educators and volunteers will help you observe and explore this habitat. Or simply sit back, watch the tide change and listen to the birds and other wildlife.
Free and open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations requested for groups of 15 or more.

Nature Walk-White Pt Nature Preserve
2025-01-18 10:30 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Guided Nature Walk at White Point Nature Preserve
10:30 3rd Sat of the month
Naturalists will guide you along a trail to discover a unique variety of wildlife in their coastal sage scrub habitat with amazing views across to the ocean. Meet in front of the Nature Center and come inside to explore after the hike. Park in the lot at the dead-end of 1600 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro. Reservations not required.
Guided Nature Walk at White Point Nature Preserve
Event Categories:
Activities for Families, Guided Nature Walks
White Point Nature Preserve
1600 W. Paseo Del Mar
San Pedro, CA 90731

MLK Jr Day of Service-White Point Nature Preserve
2025-01-20 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
MLK Jr Day of Service: White Point Nature Preserve
Join us for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at the White Point Nature Preserve! You will help care for the White Point Native Plant Demonstration Garden by planting native shrubs, removing invasive weeds, watering native plants, grooming trails and more! Your efforts will help restore this habitat for wildlife as well as create a beautiful place for the community to enjoy!
White Point Nature Preserve is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. Enter the free parking lot from Western Avenue as it turns into Paseo del Mar. White Point Nature Preserve is located at the end of the road on the left-hand side. Free parking is available. Please meet at the picnic tables west of the parking lot here.
We encourage you to arrive early. The check-in desk will be open starting at 8:30 AM
Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and be sure to bring drinking water. Sun protection and long pants are recommended.
Please note that in order to participate all volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign and complete their waiver online or bring the printed copy to the event. Volunteers under 16 should be accompanied by an adult.
If you cannot make it to the event, please unconfirm your reservation through our Volunteer Hub site. If you have any questions please contact our Volunteer Program Manager, Lynn Rotunno at: lrotunno@pvplc.org or call (310) 541-7613 x215.

Whale Fiesta-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2025-02-02 10:00 - 15:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Whale Fiesta-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Join us for tons of fun as we celebrate the migration of the Pacific gray whale and the beginning of the whale watch season! It’s a family day filled with activities and exhibits for all – games, arts and crafts, puppet shows, expert guest lecturers and festive music. Merriments include music, life sized inflatable whales and the famous Duct Tape Whale Contest.
Free and open to all ages; registration is not required.
