Black History Month-Zoom
2024-02-12 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Please join the San Pedro Democratic Club Monday, February 12th, 7pm via zoom. Please register here.
Assemblymember Mike Gipson will join us for Black History Month. We will also hear from and consider endorsements for Judicial candidates.
SPDC Meeting

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.

Love "Yourself" Resource Fair-Pt. Fermin Park
2024-02-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Los Angeles Harbor Division, Department of Mental Health, Rec & Parks is hosting a resource fair for those in need of guidance, education and support for families and friends that have lost loved ones through suicide and are suffering from substance abuse.

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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Steely Jam-Alvas Showroom
2024-02-17 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Steely Jam is L.A.’s premier tribute of “midnight cruisers” (AKA studio musicians, performers, teachers and composers) who proudly pay homage to the sophisticated sound, sense of humor, and social satire that Donald Fagen and Walter Becker created in their music; playing such hits as “Josie”, “Reelin’ in The Years”, “Peg”, “Hey Nineteen”, “My Old School”, and so many more! If you weren’t able to see the band when they played with the Eagles at the Kia Forum in January, or even if you did, please come “mix in the streets”, in an intimate and comfortable, close-up setting while grooving and moving to the best of Steely Dan music from their iconic albums; “Aja”, “Gaucho”, “Pretzel Logic” , “Countdown to Ecstasy”, “The Royal Scam” and “Can’t Buy a Thrill”. Get ready for an amazing night of Steely Dan music!
This SHOW WAS JUST ADDED and the LAST SHOW SOLD OUT so get your tickets now while they are still available. RETURNING FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY!
Performer Names/Instruments:
James Taylor Blake – Lead Vocals
Mark Chosak – Lead Guitar
Andrea Scuto – Lead Guitar
Todd Richmond – Bass
John Platero – Drums
Julie “Sax” Sussman – Saxophone
Keith Fiddmont – Saxophone
Ronald Mendoza – Keyboards
Amanda Barnett – Vocals
Anastacia Byrne Gibbs – Vocals
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Seven Visions X Seven Artists Closing Reception
2024-02-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Closing & Artist Talk Seven Visions X Seven
Seven Visions X Seven Artists presents the work of the 2023 artist cohort of the MRH Fund for Artists grant. This program follows Southern California artists on a year-long cohort that fosters the development of their professional artist practice.
Established by Georgia Freedman-Harvey the MRH Fund for Artists was created to provide artists with direct financial support to expand their creative reach through the realization of a defined art project. The artists selected each year are nominated by Southern California arts organizations recognizing deserving artists in their local communities.
Seven Visions X Seven Artists, highlights the 2023 cohort of the MRH Fund for Artists program: Cesar Garcia, Trinh Mai, Rebekah Mei, Nguyen Ly, Jas Parker, Edwin Vasquez, and Patricia Yossen.

Oscar Nominated Shorts - Animation
2024-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Starlight Terrace Cinemas, 28901 S Western Ave, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 90275
OSCAR NOMINATED SHORTS – ANIMATION
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Starlight Terrace Cinemas! Join us for a thrilling showcase of the Oscar Nominated Shorts – Animation.
Exact film titles will be announced by the Academy at the end of January.
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San Pedro International Film Festival

Volunteer Day-White Point Nature Preserve
2024-02-25 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

First Thursday Art Walk
2024-03-07 17:30 - 21:00, 2024-04-04 17:30 - 21:00 | CA
Celebrating 27 years of arts, food and entertainment in Downtown San Pedro.
Enjoy food trucks, music and shops.
Click here for more information on 1stThursday

Monthly Native Garden Restoration-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-03-09 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-04-13 09:00 - 10:30 | 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.

Coffee with a Cop-Port Police
2024-03-13 08:00 - 11:00 | CA
Coffee with a Cop-Port Police
A great opportunity to get all the latest updates from our Los Angeles Port Police and enjoy Hojas tea!
Hojas Tea House
1203 N Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, CA
310-518-9454

LA Harbor International Film Festival-Opening Night
2024-03-15 18:00 | CA
Fri. March 15 ~ Opening Night
Happy Hour + (“no host” bar) & Film Premiere
Venue & Sponsor: Dalmatian American Club (DAC) Main Bar,
1639 S. Palos Verdes St., SP 90731
Bar opens 5 pm; film at 6 pm (over by 7 pm)
Stories of Los Angeles Harbor Area: For Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow (The Movie)
(USA, GameChange, 2024, @35 min. producers Jack Baric & Stephanie Mardesich, dir. Jack Baric)
Six stories from Vol. V of Oral History Project filmed in Warner Grand Theatre 2023
SOLAHA made possible through grant funding by Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn, District 4
Short video presentation about “coffee table” book: Golden Age of Hollywood: Through The Lens of Joe Ackerman
by publisher Julie Anderson, daughter of photographer, who will sign and sell books.
Cost: Free – Reservations requested: Telephone 310/ 831-9821
Parking: Lot across from DAC and on street

Family Art Workshop-Angels Gate Cultural Center
2024-03-16 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-04-20 13:00 - 14:30 | Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
It’s Family Art Workshop with Angels Gate Cultural Center!
Do not hesitate to claim your spot for this fun experiment for the whole family!
Angels Gate offers free art workshops every 3rd Saturday of the month. All are welcome. Art activities for kids and adults, ages 1 to 101!
¡Angels Gate Cultural Center ofrece talleres de arte mensuales para familias! Todos son bienvenidos. Actividades para niños y adultos, desde un 1 año de edad hasta los 11! Infantes deben estar acompañados por un adulto todo el tiempo. Prohibido el ingreso de mascotas.
This event is brought to you through generous support from the California Arts Council.
All materials are provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Pets are not allowed inside our galleries or classrooms.
[Claim your spot on Eventbrite!]
If the event is sold out, we encourage you to come in case there are no-shows!
Questions? Email tess@angelsgateart.org & marissa@angelsgateart.org
Para más información consulte tess@angelsgateart.org & marissa@angelsgateart.org

LA Harbor International Film Festival-Hollywood Nostalgia Tribute
2024-03-16 17:00 | Battleship IOWA, 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Venue & Sponsor: Battleship IOWA (Fantail-Dress warmly) ~ 250 S. Harbor Blvd., SP 90731
5 pm (board ship from 4:15 pm)
Anchors Aweigh
(USA, MGM, 1947, 140 min., dir. George Sydney, Joseph Barbera, William Hanna;
stars Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Kathryn Grayson & Jerry the Mouse)
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Benefits YWCA Harbor Area, Toberman Neighborhood Center, Harbor Interfaith Services
Suggested donation – Bring non-perishable food items or new clothing in lieu of ticket purchase
Special menu at ship’s port side Vicky’s Doghouse Cafe; concessions to purchase on ship include beer, wine &
snacks
Parking fee: 1st hr. free; $2/hr. thereafter
Cost: Free Community Event ~ Attendance limited
Reservations requested

LA Harbor International Film Festival-DocSunday
2024-03-17 15:15 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Sun. March 17 ~ “DocSunday” ~ Program D ~ 3:15 pm (doors open 2:45 pm)
& Sponsor: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium (CMA) – John Olguin Auditorium ~ 3710 Stephen White
Dr., SP 90731
Festival Closing Day ~ World Premieres
Longline (Croatia, Udruga Kazimir, 2023, 27 min., dir. Dinko Bozanic)
Story of fishermen from Croatian Island of Vis in the Adriatic Sea off Dalmatian coast (subtitles)
Smell of Money (USA, POLA, 2024, 30 min., dir. Jack Baric)
Short historic documentary about fishing and canning industry in Los Angeles harbor area
♫ 2:45-3:15 pm ~ Special appearance by Croatian Vocal Ensemble “Izvor” ♫
Cost: Free – Reservations requested
Parking $1/hr ~ with reservation voucher provided

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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Autism Awareness 5K Run/Walk
2024-04-13 08:00 - 11:30 | CA
Saturday, April 13, 8-11:30 a.m.
Help raise awareness for autism and join Assemblymember Mike Gipson at Wilmington Waterfront Park for a 5K run/walk that includes a scavenger hunt, resource fair and health screening. A free event, sponsored in part by the Port of Los Angeles.

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.

Lego Shipbuilding Contest-L A Maritime Museum
2024-04-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Los Angeles Maritime Marine Museum, Berth 84, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
How does it work?
Builders of all ages will have the opportunity to build a ship using Lego pieces supplied by the museum. Prizes will be awarded in the following age group categories: 3-5 years, 6-8 years, 9-13 years, and 14 and over.
Can I bring my own Lego pieces from home?
NO.
Can I make a ship at home and bring it to the museum?
Sorry, there is no home-build category this year. Home-built ships will not be accepted nor can the museum store or display them.
How much does it cost?
The contest and museum admission are both FREE
Can I take my model ship home?
No, all ships and Lego pieces are the property of the museum
Do I have to register in advance?
No, you may drop in any time after 10am. Entries cannot be accepted after 2pm, so your ship must be finished by 2pm.
Can more than one person work on the same ship?
Yes, but the ship will be judged according to the age category of the oldest builder.
Do I have to be present in order to claim a prize?
No. If you are a winner, the museum will contact you and arrange to mail your prize.
What about parking?
You can find parking and directions here https://www.lamaritimemuseum.org/visit/hours-directions/
What if I have more questions?
Send a message to info@lamaritimemuseum.org

Harbor Interfaith Children's Center
2024-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
I’m honored to serve as president of the South Bay Auxiliary of Harbor Interfaith Services (HIS), which serves the homeless and working poor in our community. In particular, the Auxiliary raises funds for The Children’s Center at HIS, which gives kids a safe place to learn and study while their parents work or go to school in their efforts to gain financial independence and stable housing.
If you’d like to help keep The Children’s Center operating, please mark your calendar for April 17th for our upcoming event at the Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum in El Segundo. This will be an excellent opportunity to support people in need in these difficult times. Learn how to become a sponsor at https://www.hisauxiliary.org/event.
Kathy Christie
President, South Bay Auxiliary of Harbor Interfaith Services

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

Music 2 the Rescue-Pedro Pet Pals
2024-04-21 14:00 - 16:00 | CA
Join us for Music 2 the Rescue: an afternoon of live tunes in support of two great causes!
Held at the beautiful Pacific Unitarian Church in RPV on Sunday, April 21st, Pedro Pet Pals is so excited to share this fundraising opportunity with our pals Animals Rule Rescue.
PPP is committed to providing life-enhancing services and supplies to animals in the South Bay, and these efforts are achieved through support from the incredible animal community. So come out, enjoy the music and camaraderie, take in the views, celebrate the pets in ours and Animals Rule’s care, and help us improve the lives of animals in the South Bay!
Tickets are $20 and will increase to a $25 donation at the door the day of. Donations can be made via Venmo or our website.
