San Pedro Calendar

Port-So Cal International Gateway Zoom Mtg
2021-06-15 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
PORT TO HOLD JUNE 15 VIRTUAL MEETING ON REVISED DRAFT EIR FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY PROJECT
SAN PEDRO, Calif. – June 8, 2021 – The Port of Los Angeles will host a virtual public meeting via Zoom success at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 15 to provide opportunity for public comment on a Revised Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Southern California International Gateway (SCIG) Project. Participants should limit their comments to addressing the information provided in the Revised Draft EIR.
Click here for Zoom link to meeting.
To listen to the meeting in Spanish, call 877-853-5257 or 888-475-4499, both toll free numbers. Enter webinar ID: 951 1292 1684
After a brief overview of the proposed project, Port officials will take comments from the public. Speakers will be limited to three minutes.
Written comments and questions may also be sent via email to ceqacomments@portla.org. Comments sent via email should include “SCIG Project” in the subject line and a valid mailing address in the email. Questions may also be directed to Lisa Ochsner with the Port of Los Angeles Environmental Management Division at ceqacomments@portla.org (310) 732-3412.
The Port released a Revised Draft EIR for the SCIG project on May 19, for a 45-day period of public review and comment, ending on July 9. All environmental documents related to the SCIG Project, including the Revised Draft EIR, are available here.
SCIG is a new BNSF intermodal rail yard facility that would eliminate truck trips from area freeways, with corresponding air quality, health risk, and traffic congestion reduction benefits. SCIG would be located on an existing industrial site within four miles of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, with direct access to the Alameda Rail Corridor.
North America’s leading seaport by container volume and cargo value, the Port of Los Angeles facilitated $259 billion in trade during 2020. San Pedro Bay port complex operations and commerce facilitate one in nine jobs across the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura. The Port of Los Angeles has remained open with all terminals operational throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Media Contacts
Phillip Sanfield
Director of Media Relations
(310) 732-3568
Rachel Campbell
Media Relations Manager
(310) 732-3498

POLA Marine Flare Collection
2021-06-19 09:00 - 13:00 | Cabrillo Way Marina, 2293 Miner St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Do you have unused marine flares?
Safely dispose of them at this one-day collection event.
This is a drive-through event.
Please place marine flares in trunk of vehicle.
West Marine coupons available while supplies last.
ELIGIBILITY
Residence, Business or Berth Boat must be within Los Angeles County.
Proof of eligibility required.

Why should you dispose of marine flares safely?

Pyrotecnic flares are classified as 1.4 explosives by the DOD

Unexploded expired marine flares are a health& safety hazard

Many contain perchlorates a known hazard to the environment

Accepted

Hand held flares

Aerial flares

Smoke signals

Not Accepted

Electronic flares or electronics

Military type flares

Any other hazardous waste such as paint, batteries or oil

For other electronic or hazardous waste, please call the City of LA Bureau of Sanitation hotline number at 800-773-2489 to get more information on S.A.F.E. Centers
LOCATION
Cabrillo Way Marina
2293 Miner St. Lot G
San Pedro, CA 90731

Blue + Green Aquaculture-Altasea
2021-06-29 16:00 | CA
Topic
Blue + Green Session 5: Aquaculture and California
Description
Join AltaSea for the final Blue + Green Webinar this year!
Panelists include:
Dr. Kristin Aquilino, lead scientist for the White Abalone Captive Breeding Program based at University of California, Davis Bodega Marine Laboratory
Dr. Luke Gardner, California Sea Grant Extension Specialist, Scripps Institution of Oceanography at University of California San Diego
Dr. Kevin Marquez Johnson, Sea Grant Extension Specialist based at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Moderator:
Charlotte Stevenson, M.S., is a Science Writer for USC Sea Grant.
About The Blue + Green 2021 Webinar Series
The Blue + Green 2021 webinar series will include 5 one-hour webinars. The goal of the project is to shine a spotlight on emerging aquaculture sector in our economy. Aquaculture and the supporting technologies bring together all the key ingredients – future growth opportunities that support our coastal ecosystems the economy, jobs, and our communities. This webinar series reimagines partnerships between business, government, universities, and communities through regenerative ocean research, exploration, and equity-based economic development.
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Registration

Family Nature Club – Butterflies!
2021-07-10 09:00 | CA
Join the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for the next Virtual Family Nature Club where we flutter into the exciting topic of butterflies! Learn about local butterflies on the Peninsula, what you can do to help protect them, and get crafty designing your own butterfly. Register in advance for this meeting: RSVP After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Seal Day-Marine Mammal Care Center
2021-07-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Marine Mammal Care Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Live Music
Food
Patient Viewing

Family Nature Club / Lizards-ZOOM
2021-09-11 09:00 - 17:00 | CA
Virtual Family Nature Club
Join the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for the next Virtual Family Nature Club where we crawl into the exciting topic of lizards! Learn about local lizards on the Peninsula, how to observe them and enjoy a fun lizard craft!
RSVP
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting

Beneath The Surface-Marine Mammal Care Center/AltaSea
2021-09-22 17:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
What Does the Increase in White Shark Population Mean for Marine Mammals and Coastal Communities?
Speaker Dr. Chris Lowe, Director , Shark Lab, Cal state Long Beach will address these issues.

Dear MMCC Friend,
Thank you for being a part of our Marine Mammal Care Center Community! With your help and generosity, we have been able to inspire thousands of people worldwide to support ocean conservation.
I am pleased to announce our new lecture series, Beneath The Surface, an opportunity for ocean lovers to learn from conservation experts. We are inviting select members of our community, like yourself, to join us on Wednesday, September 22nd at 5 pm for a mixer and lecture at AltaSea in San Pedro. We only have 30 spots left so register for the in-person event here.
If you can’t make it in person, we will also be live streaming it on Zoom that night at 6 pm. Register for the online Zoom event here. Please note that reservations are required for both in-person and online events.
Our host is Dr. Chris Lowe, the award-winning Director of the California State University Long Beach Shark Lab. He will be discussing the increase in white shark population and what that means for marine mammals and coastal communities.
Thank you for your generous support of our mission and I can’t wait for you to see you soon.
Sincerely,
Amber Becerra
MMCC President and CEO

DeepSea Mining-AltaSea Zoom
2021-09-24 12:00 - 17:00 | CA
Topic
Project Blue @ Fall: Live Chat with Greg Stone
Description
“Is Deep-Sea Mining Safer than Mining the Rainforest?”
Welcome back to Project Blue @ Fall’s webinar series! We’re kicking things off with Dr. Greg Stone, Chief Ocean Scientist at The Metals Company.
Registration

Blue Hour: Ocean of Inclusion-Angels Gate Cultural Center
2021-10-09 16:30 - 21:00 | Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles,
together with Council District 15,
is proud to host
Blue Hour: Ocean of Inclusion
on October 9, 2021
at Angels Gate Park in San Pedro, CA.
Artist exhibit: 4:30-6PM
Food/Beverage: 5:30-7PM
Main event: 7-9PM
This year, AltaSea is partnering with the Korean Cultural Center of Los Angeles, the Korean Friendship Bell Preservation Committee, Angels Gate Cultural Center, and the Department of Recreation and Parks.
Blue Hour: Ocean of Inclusion will be a visual journey that will begin at Angels Gate Cultural Center and end by overlooking the Pacific Ocean next to the Korean Bell of Friendship.
Please be advised that all guests will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours of the event.
Masks required for attendees while in crowded areas; waiting for food service; and while at the main stage portion of the event.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
An artist exhibit from Schmidt Ocean Institute’s Artist-at-Sea program, displaying the work of those inspired by the ocean.
VIP-salon sponsored by Braid Theory and Monarch Hill Spirits, complete with signature cocktail.
A highlight of the evening will be a sneak preview of four-time Emmy award-winning filmmaker and marine biologist Rick Rosenthal’s upcoming nature series PLANET CALIFORNIA, offered exclusively for Blue Hour attendees. Combining the visual arts with natural history, the series celebrates California’s wildlife and wild places, especially its stunning ocean habitats.
A video from Schmidt Ocean Institute focusing on recent Australian discoveries and their Artist-at-Sea program.
An opening honoring Korean tradition.
A finale that will immerse attendees in the sounds of a special ringing of the Friendship Bell.
Honorees for the evening include Robert Downey, Jr.’s FootPrint Coalition, the Schmidt Ocean Institute, and Philippe Cousteau’s EarthEcho International.

Outdoor Volunteer Day-White Point Nature Preserve
2021-10-16 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Get outdoors and make a difference by helping the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy remove invasive grasses to restore the natural lands on the Peninsula. Sign up at: https://pvplc.volunteerhub.com/

Project Blue Live Chat
2021-10-22 12:00 - 17:00 | CA
Project Blue Live Chat with Dr. Yi Chao, Founder and CEO of Seatrec!

Description

“Persistent and Sustainable Ocean Monitoring”
Yi Chao is the Founder and CEO of Seatrec. He pioneered the ocean thermal energy harvesting project at NASA JPL in collaboration with his co-Inventors, Jack Jones and Thomas Valdez. Additionally, Yi was the PI for the SOLO-TREC project funded by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and the follow-on project Slocum-TREC.

Register

MLK Jr. Day of Service
2022-01-17 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
MLK Jr. Day of Service, Monday, January 17th, 9am –12pm. Celebrate MLK Jr. Day with us by giving back! You will help care for the White Point Native Plant Demonstration Garden by planting native shrubs, removing invasive weeds, watering native plants and more! Your efforts will help restore this habitat for wildlife as well as create a beautiful place for the community to enjoy! Sign up at https://pvplc.volunteerhub.com/.

Outdoor Volunteer Day-White Pt Nature Preserve
2022-01-29 09:00 - 12:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, January 29th, 9am – 12pm. Get outdoors and make a difference by helping the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy remove invasive grasses to enable rare coastal sage scrub habitat to thrive as a home of local native plants and wildlife. Sign up at: https://pvplc.volunteerhub.com/

Saving the Oceans
2022-02-25 19:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Saving the Oceans and Ourselves One Island at a Time – Lecture by Dr. Gregory Stone (Cabrillo Marine Aquarium)
Dr. Gregory S. Stone is an internationally recognized ocean scientist, explorer, author and conservationist. Among his achievements, he co-founded the Ocean Health Index, is an architect of the first large open-ocean protected area, the Phoenix Islands Protected Area, and is a founder and trustee for Pole-to-Pole Conservation, a nonprofit that focuses on restoring a sustainable balance between the ocean and people, with an emphasis on Pacific Island indigenous cultures.
At Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, Dr. Stone will draw from his decades of experience and thousands of dives to explain how the ocean works as our primary life support system and he will delve into the dangerous shifts he sees in this vital network due to climate change.

AltaSea Open House
2022-02-26 10:00 - 12:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Open House Featuring Energy Independence Now CEO Brian Goldstein
Developing innovative, action-oriented solutions to petroleum dependence, pollution and climate change on land and sea.
Attendance is Free and open to the public.

Nature Walk
2022-03-12 11:30 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Nature Walk – White Point Nature Preserve
Explore the preserve and the Tongva native plant demonstration garden with colorful wildflowers in bloom, followed by an exploration of Royal Palms tide pools. Easy to moderate. San Pedro (LA).
Park in lot end of the street at 1600 West Paseo del Mar
RSVP

Children's Art Workshop
2022-04-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Garden Church, 429 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Outdoor Art Workshop for Children
Angels Gate Cultural Center and Feed & Be Fed are partnering on this outdoor Art Workshop series for children, ages 5-12!
All workshops will take place outdoors in the The Church Garden, 429 W 6th Street, San Pedro. COVID-19 safety protocols (mask wearing & contact tracing) will be enforced on-site.
Join Artist-Teacher Beth Elliott, and create art inspired by the outdoors!
The event will begin promptly at 10:30am. Please be sure to be at the Garden by that time.
Free event! Ages 5-12. Supplies will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Questions? Email amanda@angelsgateart.org

Wild & Scenic Film Festival
2022-04-24 16:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy presents
Wild & Scenic
Film Festival
Celebrate Earth Day with this annual showcase of thirteen short films focused on the environment and a feature film about the interdependence of humans and the planet. An exciting selection of adventurous and inspirational films about nature that will transfix and energize you to make a difference.
Tickets

IGNITE22
2022-05-04 09:00 - 16:30 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Live at the LA Waterfront
Entrepreneurs, Innovators, Future Thinkers
The IGNITE22 Global Tech Showcase, a curated & experiential event produced by Braid Theory, brings together innovators shaping the 22nd century:
• entrepreneurs meet investors;
• industry leaders discover emerging technologies;
• and researchers explore market opportunities for their scientific discoveries.
IGNITE22 takes place at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles in a 60,000 sq. foot industrial creative space directly on the LA waterfront. Explore technology exhibits and demonstrations on land and in the water.
May 4: Global Tech Showcase & Summit
May 5: Entrepreneur “After Party”
GET TICKETS @ https://ignite22.eventbrite.com

Environmental Sustainability Forum-AltaSea
2022-05-25 16:00 - 18:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Environmental Sustainability Forum with AltaSea
May 25 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Environmental Sustainability Forum on May 25, 2022, at 4:00 pm, hosted by AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles at the AltaSea campus. The forum will feature Terry Tamminen, AltaSea CEO and former Secretary of the California Environmental Protection Agency, Dr Gaurav Sant, UCLA Carbon Capture Lab at AltaSea, USC Seaweed Lab and Biofuel specialist at AltaSea, Brian Goldstein from Energy Independence Now with guest speakers from the U.S. Navy and from the Port of Los Angeles. Discussion will focus on the development of alternative solutions to the planet’s petroleum dependence, pollution and climate change on land and sea.
Organizers
LA Fleet Week
AltaSea

Seal Day
2022-06-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Marine Mammal Care Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Marine Mammal Care Center (MMCC) is excited to announce our annual Seal Day Event and 30th Anniversary Celebration, June 18th from 10am – 4pm at MMCC. Seal Day is a celebration for our community and a fundraiser to support the critical work we do for marine animals and ocean conservation. This year we are excited to celebrate 30 years of serving the community, marine animals and our oceans. This event will include animal viewings, an auction, live music, food trucks and fun activities!

Salt Marsh Open House
2022-07-10 14:15 - 16:15 | Salinas de San Pedro Salt Marsh, 3720 Stephen M White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Educators to learn about the Salinas de San Pedro wetlands habitat at Cabrillo Beach by using binoculars and microscopes to observe live animals. Visitors can view the birds of the marsh, learn about native plants and observe the changes in the tides.
Fee: FREE; open to all ages.

Marine Flare Collection Event
2022-09-10 09:00 - 13:00 | CA
WHERE: Newmark’s Yacht Centre
761 Peninsula Road
Wilmington, CA, 90744
This is a drive-through event.
Please place marine flares in trunk
of vehicle. Maximum weight of
flares per vehicle: 30 lbs
E-flare and West Marine coupons
available while supplies last.
Free CA Boater Kit vouchers are
available to all who participate.
ELIGIBILITY
Residence, business, or berth
boat must be within Los Angeles County.
Proof of eligibility is required. (i.e., license, registration, or slip fee.)
Why should you dispose marine flares safely?
• Pyrotechnic flares are classified as 1.4 explosives by the DOT
• Unexploded expired marine flares are a health & safety hazard
• Many contain perchlorates, a known hazard to the environment
Why should you dispose marine flares safely?
Pyrotechnic flares are classified as 1.4 explosives by the DOT
Unexploded expired marine flares are a health & safety hazard
Many contain perchlorates, a known hazard to the environment
ACCEPTED
Hand-held flares
Aerial flares
Smoke signals
NOT ACCEPTED
Electronic flares or electronics
Military type flares
Any other hazardous waste
such as paint, batteries, and oil
For other electronic or hazardous
waste, please call the City of L.A.
Bureau of Sanitation Hotline
number at (800) 773-2489 to
get more information on local
S.A.F.E. Centers.

Intertidal Encounters: Reefs-ZOOM
2022-09-28 17:30 - 19:00 | CA
Intertidal Encounters: Reefs
Live on zoom: Wednesday, September 28th
5:30pm – 7pm PT
Intertidal Encounters: Reefs on September 28th will explore the importance of biodiverse reefs and coastal ecosystems. Artist Courtney Mattison and scientist/co-founder of Blue Latitudes, Amber Sparks, will be in discussion with AAW artist fellow Taylor Griffith. This limited series instigates exploratory dialogue that considers our natural world through the complementary, yet divergent perspectives of art and science. We hope these interactive conversations develop our shared community understanding of the urgency of our rapidly changing climate, and prompt us to action.
This free public program is presented in conjunction with Artist At Work (AAW), a workforce resilience program designed to support the rebuilding of healthy communities through artistic civic engagement.
Register on eventbrite.

Blue Hour 3: The Warehouse
2022-10-08 17:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
EVENT PROGRAM
Blue Hour connects science, culture, and community by combining art and technology to tell the story of the emerging Blue Economy.
Blue Hour 3: The Warehouse will celebrate the ocean through various art installations spread throughout Berth 60 – a 60,000 square foot warehouse – on the AltaSea campus.
With over a dozen artists and organizations participating, this year’s event also exemplifies STEAM education for students of all ages, showcasing artists and art schools exploring some of the same issues as the scientists and college labs featured at AltaSea.
Support AltaSea’s Project Blue education programs to reach the next generation of ocean explorers and innovators by buying a ticket. Tickets available August 18th.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Berth 60 – AltaSea
5:00
Doors Open; Check in at the Berth 60 garage door. Begin your evening by viewing AltaSea’s new mural.
5:30 – 7:00
Take a walk through the 60,000 square foot warehouse and the AltaSea Exploration Wharf.
Experience the art installations, grab a bite to eat, a cocktail to sip, and enjoy the company of those around you.
7:00 – 7:30
Join us in honoring those who pave the way for future generations. This year, AltaSea is excited to introduce the Cornerstone Award!
7:30 – 9:00
Grab another drink, absorb the wonderful atmosphere, and dance to the sounds of DJ Charlie B.

California's Watershed: Healing
2022-10-15 16:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Noted writer and director Jim Thebaut delivers the follow-up to his acclaimed documentary “Beyond the Brink.” “Healing” gives us the current reality of California’s forests and suggests solutions to restore and heal the state’s watershed. Free Admission.

AltaSea Open House
2022-11-12 10:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
AltaSea Open House Accelerating Ocean Technology for a Blue Future. We hope you’re able to join us!
Tickets

White Point Nature Walk
2023-01-21 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 with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, January 21st, 10:30am. 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. Reservations not required. Preserve parking available at the end of the street in a gravel lot at 1600 West Paseo del Mar, San Pedro.

Energy for the Future/AltaSea
2023-04-21 10:00 | AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Berth 58 2456 S. Signal Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Solar Star Initiative – Be a Part of the Solution
Please join us as Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger installs the final solar panel in AltaSea’s rooftop array generating enough electricity to power 700 nearby homes.
Be a part of the solution. Name a star, constellation, or a galaxy and join the Energy for the Future – Solar Star Initiative.
Name one or more solar panels, AltaSea’s stars in the universe and generate Renewable Energy into perpetuity.
Your donation will be matched by Drs. Melanie and Richard Lundquist and your name will be highlighted on a stunning exhibit at the entrance of the Center of Innovation.

Port of Los Angeles Earth Day Chalkfest
2023-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 | CA
Port of Los Angeles Earth Day Chalkfest on the LA Waterfront
Join the Port of Los Angeles at Wilmington Waterfront Park along the Paseo Promenade for the Fifth Annual Earth Day Chalkfest on the LA Waterfront! Create biodegradable chalk art, take home a desert succulent plant, and participate in fun Springtime activities with this free community event to celebrate Earth Day!
