San Pedro Calendar

Open Studios Day-Angels Gate Cultural Center
2019-04-13 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Over 50 Studio Artists will open their doors for the community to see what they create in their studios. The Artists-in-Classrooms and Community Class programs will demonstrate the work that happens onsite, and in local schools, throughout the year. Our galleries will present two new exhibitions: FA4 Collective’s GANAS DE EXISTIR!, a multimedia exhibition, and Direct from the Classroom, a selection of children’s art from the Artists-in-Classrooms program. Lastly, AGCC is excited to announce two partner workshops this Spring, one in partnership with the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) in Long Beach, and the other with San Pedro’s Machine Studio’s C.U.T.S Crew. Please join us for art, food, music and fun.

Easter Egg Hunt-Point Fermin Lighthouse
2019-04-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Point Fermin Lighthouse, 807 W Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Children ages 2 to 10 can come enjoy a traditional egg hunt on the grounds of the historic Point Fermin Lighthouse. For more information call the lighthouse as 310-241-0684.

Harbor Community Clinic Groundbreaking
2019-04-12 16:00 - 19:00 | CA
Join us for this FREE community event to celebrate the new Harbor Community Clinic location! Dancing, delicious bites, sweet treats and more
Bring the whole family out to Harbor Community Clinic’s New Location for our Groundbreaking Party! We’ll have dancing, photo booths, graffiti walls, delicious bites, sweet treats, tasty beverages and more. This is a FREE event for our community, patients, partners and supporters of Harbor Community Clinic.
Location:
425 S Pacific Ave
San Pedro, CA 90731

Nori Tani and Mr. Sekai-Alvas Showroom
2019-04-07 16:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Nori Tani and Mr. Sekai (Masakazu Sekine) will meet up again at Alvas Showroom. We’ll have Tony Dumas on bass (who’s played with Herbie Hancock, Freddie Hubbard and Carmen McRae) and Chris Wabich on drums (who’s played with Sting). We hope you’ll enjoy this afternoon of nice Jazz and Latin music!
Band Members
Nori Tani : Alto Sax and Flute
Mr. Sekai (Masakazu Sekine) : Piano
Tony Dumas : Bass
Chris Wabich : Drums
Takako Uemura : Vocals
Special guest player – Hiroe Sekine : Piano

Beer Tasting Fundraiser-Little Fish Theatre
2019-04-07 16:00 | Little Fish Theatre, 777 Centre Street , San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Beer Tasting with Bill Wolski at Little Fish Theatre
Beer tasting with associated snacks included.
Hosted by LFT Company Member and Beer Aficionado Bill Wolski, learn about Craft Beer Movement.
Samples Courtesy of Scholb Brewing Company.
Enjoy a couple drink-centric scenes with LFT players. This special event run time is 90 minutes.
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Cheers!
Tickets: $25. Includes beer samples from Scholb and accompanying light bites. (Other drinks available for purchase.)
This is a SPECIAL EVENT FUNDRAISER to support LFT’s facility costs.
Anytime Tickets CAN be used for this event.

Heritage Quilt Show-Muller House
2019-04-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Muller House Museum, 1542 S. Beacon St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Heritage Quilt Show April 7 and 14 at the Muller House. Do you have a quilt that has a strong San Pedro connection? Was it made here for a special event or was it brought in a trunk from the old country? Is it only brought out on special occasions or is it used every day? If you would like to possibly share your quilt and its story with the community, visit our website for more information. www.sanpedrobayhistoricalsociety.org

I See Hawks in LA-Grand Annex
2019-04-06 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
I SEE HAWKS IN LA
Opener: Pretty Polly
American Roots and Euro-American chart toppers, The Hawks bring their seasoned lyric-driven honkytonk rock and electrified two-step back to the Annex.
Openers Pretty Polly are stars on the rise, gaining traction with their intricate harmonies on their original songs and classic covers.

Along for the Ride-Alvas Showroom
2019-04-06 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
A blend of Bossa Nova, Samba, jazz and originals with unique arrangements that show the talents of both of the female vocalists. The strong rhythmic section lays down the groove for the sax, flute and guitar solos. A mosaic of Brazilian Jazz, Boleros and more will be played.
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Band Members:
Sid Andersson – Vocal
Gloria Arjona – Vocal
Taura Smith – Piano and Vocal
Tom Kipp – Sax and Flute
Jay Kirsch – Guitar, Accordion, and Cavaquinho
Lucio Vieira – Drums
Javier Arjona – Bass

Cheese in the Making-Pacific Food & Beverage Museum
2019-04-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Pacific Food & Beverage Museum, 731 S. Pacific Ave., San Pedro, CA, 90731
CHEESE IN THE MAKING
A DEMO & BOOK SIGNING
WITH
CHEF DEBBI DUBBS
Want to make cheese at home? On Saturday, April 6 at LA’s Pacific Food & Beverage Museum, Chef Debbi Dubbs will teach you how! Plus she’ll demonstrate how to create a delicious cheese board using fresh ingredients courtesy Melissa’s Produce and a variety of cheese and gourmet deli items. After the program, enjoy Chef Debbi’s delicious handiwork while she signs copies of The Little Book of Cheese: A Mouse Eye’s View into the World of Cheese, plus limited copies of her first book, What’s In Your Pantry? How to Stock Your Pantry to Create Delicious Dishes.
Admission is Free with RSVP!

Meditation Walk-White Point Nature Preserve
2019-04-06 09:00 | White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

The Country House-Little Fish Theatre
2019-04-04 20:00 | Little Fish Theatre, 777 Centre Street , San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
By Donald Margulies
Directed by Holly Baker-Kreiswirth
Gathering in their Berkshire home during the Williamstown summer theater season, a family of actors wrestles with fame, art and, as always, each other. But when the events of the weekend go off-script, secrets are spilled and bonds are broken – threatening an already fragile foundation of a home brimming with old memories, new love, and discarded dreams. “A valentine to the artists of the stage.” – NEW YORK TIMES

Restaurant 101-6th Street
2019-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | CA
This event is designed to assist individuals who are opening a restaurant or expanding and existing restaurant in the City of Los Angeles.
Location:
Space 455
455 6th Street | San Pedro, Ca 90731
Metered parking available in lot on 7th

Chicago Tribute Experience-Alvas Showroom
2019-03-31 16:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Chicago Tribute Experience brings you back to the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s with all of Chicago’s greatest hits performed live by some of the world’s finest musicians. This tremendous tribute to the writing, performance, style and sound of the original Chicago lineup has been carefully and thoughtfully re-created for the highest entertainment value. Most of these musicians grew up listening, learning, and passionately playing and singing along to what is now truly a phenomenon worth recreating. Enjoy the journey as they take you on the “Experience”… the “Chicago Tribute Experience”.

Julie Kelly Quintet-Alvas Showroom
2019-03-30 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Julie Kelly sings in the tradition of the iconic vocalists of jazz like Anita O’Day, Joe Williams, and Shirley Horn. Her personal phrasing and rich alto sound pay homage to the lyric while connecting to the rhythm section and a deep sense of swing! Julie also delights audiences with her Brazilian repertoire and dives deep into the songs of Jobim, Edu Lobo and more in the tradition of Astrud Gilberto and Rosa Passos.

A Communal Table-Pacific Food & Beverage Museum
2019-03-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Pacific Food & Beverage Museum, 731 S. Pacific Ave., San Pedro, CA, 90731
A COMMUNAL TABLE
THE WORLD ON A PLATE
WITH
NANCY BUCHANAN
Los Angeles is among a handful of global cities where one can experience virtually any ethnic cuisine, both unadulterated and hybridized. And Nancy Buchanan, culinary author, nutrition lecturer, and publisher of A Communal Table, knows it. On Saturday, March 30, visit LA’s Pacific Food & Beverage Museum and see Nancy convene the world on a plate. Using our southern neighbor as an example—and by employing a range of indigenous and imported ingredients courtesy Melissa’s Produce—she’ll explore the influence of other cultures on Mexican cuisine. After the presentation, guests will enjoy refreshments and sample Nancy’s delicious handiwork.
Admission is Free with RSVP!

Smart Gardening Beginner Workshop-Torrance Southeast Library
2019-03-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Torrance Library, Southeast Branch, 23115 Arlington Ave., Torrance, CA, 90501
We encourage you to attend a free Smart Gardening workshop to improve your lawn/garden and reduce waste. No reservations needed. Workshops are about 1.5 hours and are held at Learning Centers, libraries, parks, and schools. Beginner Workshops introduce you to smart gardening. Advanced Workshops are for those who love to garden (schedule listed at bottom).
Purchase a backyard or worm compost bins at a discount after each workshop. A free bin will be raffled off to an attendee at workshops marked with a star. Five pomegranate trees (1-gallon) will be raffled off at workshops marked with a fruit. Visit our instructional videos for an idea of what is taught.
Torrance – March 30, 2019
Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Southeast Library
23115 S Arlington Ave

Norwegian Star-Port of Los Angeles/Panama Canal
2019-03-30 | CA
Departs Los Angeles (San Pedro)
Berth: 93
Ship: Norwegian Star
Destination: Fort Lauderdale – via Panama Canal
Duration: 14 Nights
Ports of Call: Los Angeles, California; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico ; Acapulco, Mexico; Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala; San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua; Puntarenas, Costa Rica; Cartagena, Colombia; Miami, Florida

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See It End It Film and Art Festival-Warner Grand
2019-03-29 18:30 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
See It End It is a film and visual art festival designed to draw awareness and community support to ending human trafficking and exploitation of children in the commercial sex industry.

San Pedro Golf Classic Charity Fundraiser-Los Verdes Golf Course
2019-03-29 | Los Verdes Golf Club, 7000 Los Verdes Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275
George Palaziol for Honorary Mayor presents The San Pedro Golf Classic. This event will raise funds for the MOMS Club of San Pedro, San Pedro Packages for Patriots, The American Legion Post 61 and Pacific Battleship Center. Banquet dining and silent auction open to non golfers. Check Eventbrite link for pricing.
Awards · Silent Auction · 50/50 Raffle

See It End IT Film and Arts Festival 2019
2019-03-29 | CA
ABOUT THE EVENT
See It End It! Human Trafficking Film and Arts Festival. Our goal is to raise awareness of human trafficking both domestic and across the globe and provide connection to organizations and agencies working to combat this growing criminal activity.
Through diverse genres and art forms, the See It End It Festival will demonstrate that there is a place for everyone to use their passion, talents, professional and personal networks to assist in the fight against human exploitation. We encourage greater use of the arts to achieve domestic and global awareness and provide strategies to end human trafficking.
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We are calling on aspiring and veteran filmmakers and artists to employ their craft to expose modern day slavery Join us in helping others to SEE IT and provide avenues to END IT, making this the greatest event to end human trafficking of its kind!
Contact us regarding film and art submissions and Sponsorship opportunities at info@seeitendit.com​
This is a non-profit event in partnership with the YWCA Harbor Area and South Bay. All donations are tax deductible
See It – End It! Film and Arts Festival was created with the support of:
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Patrick Erlandson, YWCA Harbor and South Bay, Kelli Kehoe Barber, Yolanda Oreb, Elicia Magana of KIMA Event Planning, Adisa Septuri, Arlene Dickey, Sonia Bailey, Kathleen Bryant, Robert Juarez, Margaret Dennis, James Hawthorn & Flicks4change, Alan Smyth of Saving Innocence, Brandy Jones-Breth, Irene Mendoza, Nicole Lee, and Carolyn Elias, Suzanne Willoughby and many others.
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In partnership with YWCA Harbor Area and South Bay

2019 Women's History Month Reception
2019-03-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
March is National Women’s History Month and San Pedro Chamber of Commerce invites you to a reception honoring outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the community.
$35.00 per person for members. $40.00 per person for non-members.
$40 at the Door (based on availability)
Ticket includes appetizers, dessert, and beverage. No-host bar available.
Join the Chamber in Celebrating the 2019 San Pedro Chamber Women’s History Month Honorees:
Diane Acosta, Polly Ann Bakery
Arlene Dickey, The Rotary Club of San Pedro
Ronna Luna, Founder, Maria’s Closet
Angela Romero, Founder, The San Pedro Heritage Museum
Rebecca Trani, Community Clean-Ups & Beautification

Emerald Princess-Port of Los Angeles/Pacific Coastal
2019-03-26 | CA
Emerald Princess
Departs Los Angeles (San Pedro)
Berth: 93
Destination: Pacific Coastal
Duration: 3 Night
Ports of Call:
Cruise Schedule: Los Angeles, California; Vancouver, Canada

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Brand X – Born Ugly-Still Ugly Tour-Alvas Showroom
2019-03-24 19:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Grammy nominated BRAND X is pretty with hairy legs.
Percy Jones – Fretless Bass
John Goodsall – Guitars
Chris Clark – Keyboards
Kenny Grohowski – Drums & Percussion
Tickets will be $55 at the Door!

Cuartro@Cabrillo: Arts Adventure-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2019-03-24 15:30 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Cuatro@Cabrillo: Arts Adventures
The San Pedro Waterfront Arts District invites the community to join us at the next chapter of a new arts education series at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium called Cuatro@Cabrillo: Arts Adventures for the Culturally Curious. Join arts scholar Gregorio Luke as he leads us through three films by Oscar winning Mexican directors in seminars designed to promote a deeper appreciation of the arts of Mexico.
The 2019 film seminar schedule is:
BIRDMAN by Alejandro Gonzalez Iñárritu, Sunday, March 24th, 2019, 3:30pm. Perhaps the best film expression of magical realism, a literary movement that defined Latin American Literature.
SHAPE OF WATER by Guillermo del Toro, Sunday, May 19th, 2019, 3:30pm. Del Toro demonstrates a deep knowledge of the Monster genre but also the courage to transform it.

Loteria: Corazon Costeno-Warner Grand
2019-03-24 15:00 - 17:00 | CA
A high caliber production of Mexican Folklorico dance from the “heart of the coasts”, bringing to life characters from the popular Mexican card game Loteria. Under the artistic direction of Jose Vences.

Ruby Princess-Port of Los Angeles/Hawaiian Islands
2019-03-24 | CA
Ruby Princess
Berth: 93
Destination: Hawaiian Islands
Duration: 15 Nights
Ports of Call: Los Angeles, California; Hilo, Hawaii; Honolulu (Oahu), Hawaii; Nawiliwili (Kauai), Hawaii; Lahaina (Maui), Hawaii; Ensenada, Mexico; Los Angeles, California
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“C&C” Candi Sosa & Cristina Rebull-Alvas Showroom
2019-03-23 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Cristina Rebull is a Cuban powerhouse singer, actor, award winning writer, and professor of theatre in Miami, where she resides. When she sings, it’s like watching a short story. Her big rich, emotionally expressive voice, and physical expressions, have a wide range, which flutuate according to the character she becomes. You’ll get a sense of being in a Broadway ambience with an intimacy only Alvas Showroom offers. She sings Spanish, French (reminiscent of Edith Piaf), Portuguese and occasionally in Guarani (Paraguay).
Candi Sosa is a Cuban born singer songwriter, who resides in Los Angeles and has been a part of the local scene for decades. Candi sings in Spanish and English, with authentic idioms, and some Portuguese classics. She is known for her vocal range and versatility. She can sing a Cella Cruz style Rumba, a Barbara Streisand standard, Janis Joplin blues, a bolero, an American jazz standard, or a big Shirley Bassey ballad.
Come enjoy international music from Cuba, USA, Mexico, Argentina, France, and more! The group will be playing Ballads, Boleros, Tangos, Son Cubano, Cha Cha Cha, Latin Jazz, etc.

Gathering for the Grand "Mary Bridget Davies"
2019-03-23 20:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
The Gathering for the Grand Annual Gala is TRANSFORMING into a live concert benefit series featuring professional, in-demand tribute acts and popular local openers. This three part series is happening at San Pedro’s beloved art-deco movie palace, the Warner Grand Theatre!
Nominated for a Tony Award in 2014 for her title role in the Broadway musical, “A Night With Janis Joplin,” Mary Bridget Davies pays tribute to The Queen of Psychedelic Soul.
Davies is an International Blues Challenge winner and a Blues Blast Magazine award nominee for Best New Blues Artist release.
*VIP ticket purchases include one premium orchestra seat, invitation to VIP Pre-Concert Reception from 6-8pm with appetizers & one complimentary drink, access to private no host bar before concert and during intermission.
Opener: Andy & Renee & Hard Rain

Food GPS-Pacific Food & Beverage Museum
2019-03-23 14:00 - 15:30 | Pacific Food & Beverage Museum, 731 S. Pacific Ave., San Pedro, CA, 90731
FOOD GPS
NAVIGATING THE LA RESTAURANT LANDSCAPE
WITH
JOSH LURIE
The Southern California dining scene is uniquely diverse and can feel like a culinary labyrinth, even to avowed foodies. On Saturday, March 23, visit LA’s Pacific Food & Beverage Museum and learn how food journalist Josh Lurie, Founder of Food GPS, goes about navigating the regional restaurant landscape. In conversation with PacFAB President Philip Dobard, he’ll reveal his methods and discuss the singular passion that led him to develop them. After the program, enjoy fresh fare from Melissa’s Produce.
Admission is Free with RSVP!

Casey the Container/Book Launch Event
2019-03-23 10:30 | Los Angeles Maritime Marine Museum, Berth 84, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
This rhyming children’s book follows Casey the Container, a new shipping container, along her journey on her first day in port. Casey meets new friends, experiences the workings of the waterfront, and learns the important role containers play in our world. Happy Reading!
Arriving March 15, 2019!
Celebrate the launch of Casey the Container with Author Kristina Bowden and Illustrator Marcia Verkaik at the Los Angeles Maritime Museum March 23, 2019. Click register to attend the free Book Launch Event!
Join Author Kristina Bowden and Illustrator Marcia Verkaik in celebrating the launch of “Casey the Container: And her first day in port.”
Bring the family to enjoy coloring activities, a unique photo opportunity, and a reading of the book. Book purchase and signing available after the reading in the museum gift shop. Take home a special goodie bag with each book purchased. Limited quantities are available.
The book reading will start promptly at 10:30 am.
Only books purchased at the museum gift shop allowed in the museum and available for signing.
Free parking is available in the lot located next to the museum. There is also free street parking available.
Food and drink are not permitted in the museum, other than bottled water. The museum does not provide storage for food, drinks, or other prohibited items. Shoes and shirts are required.
Additional information about the Los Angeles Maritime Museum
Register here
