Music by the Sea
2022-07-24 11:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Music by the Sea
The bands will be playing on the stage at Point Fermin Park at the end of Gaffey Street in San Pedro. Come on down and enjoy the Free show!! Make an afternoon of it.
Today’s Bands:
Klassix Band
Amerigumbo
Bluezilla
Hindsight

Gathering for the Grand 2022 Gala
2022-07-24 17:00 | Palos Verdes Golf Club, 3301 Vía Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates, CA, 90274, United States
“An American in Paris”
The 14th Annual Gathering for the Grand Gala will be held on a new date Sunday, July 24, 2022 at 5pm at the Palos Verdes Golf Club. The theme will be “An American in Paris – The Black & White Ball.” Pat Brown, her son James Brown and his restaurant San Pedro Brewing Company are this year’s honorees.
Proceeds benefit Grand Vision’s Love the Lobby Campaign to restore the Warner Grand Theatre’s main lobby and Meet the Music, our elementary school music education program for over 2,000 students. Join us and be transported to mid-century Paris, as portrayed by Hollywood – with all of its charm, whimsy, and glamour.

Harbor Boat Tours
2022-07-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Los Angeles Maritime Marine Museum, Berth 84, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Free Harbor Boat Tours of the Port of Los Angeles
Saturday, July 30
The Port of Los Angeles is ready to welcome you back on the water with free public boat tours of Los Angeles Harbor, showcasing the sights and sounds of the busiest port in North America.
Public tours will depart from the Los Angeles Maritime Museum in San Pedro at the times listed below on Saturday, July 30. There is no need to RSVP; boarding is on a first come, first served basis.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
Noon
12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.

Music by the Sea
2022-07-31 11:30 - 17:00 | Point Fermin Park, 807 West Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, California, 90731, United States
Music by the Sea
The bands will be playing on the stage at Point Fermin Park at the end of Gaffey Street in San Pedro. Come on down and enjoy the Free show!! Make an afternoon of it.
Today’s Bands:
5 Bucks
Down the Hatch
Soul Shot
In Contempt

Fiber Arts Fashion Show
2022-07-31 14:00 - 18:00 | Crafted at the Port of Los Angeles, 112 E. 22nd Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
LovePetals Crochet is hosting a fiber arts fashion show with local artists showcasing their knitted and crocheted clothing!
Strands West 2022 is a Fiber Arts Fashion Show hosted by Lovepetals Crochet and PinkJoy Crochets and held at Crafted Port of Los Angeles
Click here to buy tickets

San Pedro Music Festival
2022-07-31 16:00 - 21:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
San Pedro Music Festival
The exciting lineup includes a tribute to Stevie Wonder by his backing ensemble WonderLove;
international jazz/soul singing sensation Windy Barnes; The Habits, our local favorite male duo;
Victor Orlando & Fun-Ja-Ja, world class local musicians; the R&B sounds of Resurrection Road;
Wylde Bunch; Andre Washington; Heru Yahli and many more. Mistress of Ceremony is Broadway, film and television star, Roz Ryan.
“It’s the perfect time to honor our planet and our ancestors as we celebrate professional musicians for their dedication to healing the earth through their musical gifts and talents,” said Windy Barnes Farrell. “Because of the pandemic and the devastation it caused, the Festival was unable to return until now. We are back and thrilled to safely offer a music festival that represents the demographic make up of San Pedro and bring all ages together in a fun and meaningful way.”

Legends Car Show by the Sea
2022-08-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
The Legends Vintage Car Club began with a group of like-minded individuals interested in classic automobiles. They meet monthly to share information about restoration and their classic cars which are all beautifully restored and lovingly maintained. The Legends wanted to expand the idea of their club to include helping their community in any way possible.
Today, they are a non-profit organization contributing to many local hospitals and charities dedicated to assisting those in need. The Club raises money every year with various activities including the Car Show by the Sea and the LAPD Christmas Toy Drive.
As a non-profit organization, The Legends offer all a way to help assist our community by contributing with a tax deductible donation. The Legends Car Club of San Pedro is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization.

Peli-Can Virtual 5K
2022-09-03
The Yes We Peli-CAN! Virtual 5K is back!
Register now to Run or Walk
2022 Yes We Peli-Can Virtual 5k
September 3-10, 2022, we are running and walking in honor of our waterbird patients. This event is open to participants all around the world. Our goal is to raise awareness surrounding the birds that share our natural spaces and raise $35,000 to support the care of injured, oiled, and orphaned waterbirds at our two year-round wildlife rehabilitation centers.
Join International Bird Rescue’s virtual Yes We Peli-Can event and run or walk 5K to raise support for our mission!
Run or walk 5K between September 3rd and September 10th by yourself or with a team. Turn your 5K into a fundraiser to support Bird Rescue! Details on setting up a fundraising page will be included with your registration confirmation.
Finisher Medals
Take the virtual podium!
Runners and walkers will receive a commemorative 2022 Yes We Peli-CAN medal.

San Pedro Farmers Market at Little Italy
2022-09-09 11:00 - 15:00 | San Pedro Municipal Building, 638 S. Beacon Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Pick up essential fruits and vegetables from our certified, small family farms. Get a head start on weekend meals with so many delicious & fresh options.
Please note social distancing of six feet between groups & people is required. Masks must be worn at all times & a hand washing station is provided for your convenience. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook to for the most current updates.
Vendors! Want to join the market?
Please visit: venaver.org/app. For additional questions, contact our Market Manager at 310-739-4391 or hello@venaver.org
The Farmers Market is moving to its new location on September 16th. The market is moving due to construction starting on the piazza at Little Italy. We hope you will enjoy the new location and come out to shop at the market. Our vendors need your support as we work to build a robust and thriving market, The market will feature certified farmers, live music, demonstrations and a variety of other vendors featuring unique items. Stop by and grab lunch and enjoy the music.
Farm Fresh California Produce
Fruits – Vegetables – Gifts – Local Food
396 W 6th Street San Pedro 90731
Located in the parking lot on Mesa St.
between 5th & 6th Streets in Downtown San Pedro

Marine Flare Collection Event
2022-09-10 09:00 - 13:00
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.

Rachel Flowers - Alvas
2022-09-10 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Rachel Flowers first gained notice for her solo covers of the music of Keith Emerson while she was still in high school. Since that time she has gained international recognition for her original compositions and her live performances, incorporating elements from her classical and jazz training, and her voracious musical appetite.
A list of Rachel’s musical influences would fill volumes, including everything from Claude Debussy to Frank Zappa, Keith Emerson to John Mayer, Annie Haslam to Stevie Wonder… you get the idea.
Please join us for an intimate evening with Rachel Flowers featuring music from existing and upcoming albums, favorite covers, and possibly even requests! Anything could happen!
Genres:
Jazz, Rock, Classical, Progressive Rock… Rachel’s music incorporates a variety of elements and we try not to categorize.
Performer Names/Instruments:
Rachel Flowers – piano, voice, flute

Cabaret Flamenco-Grand Annex
2022-09-11 14:00 - 16:30 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join us for an afternoon of Flamenco filled with passion, joy, grace and fire. Featuring Sarah Parra and the dancers of Esencia Flamenca Dance Company with live musicians.
Enjoy Flamenco in an intimate and non commercialized setting.
Enjoy your the show from you own table. Tables sold for 2 to 4 people. Seats with no table are available as general admission.
VIP tables seating available for parties of two only.

The State of LAUSD District 7
2022-09-15 08:30 - 10:00 | Crowne Plaza Hotel San Pedro, 601 South Palos Verdes, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Please join the Carson Chamber, San Pedro Chamber and Wilmington Chamber of Commerce for the State of LAUSD, District 7 with School Boardmember Tanya Ortiz Franklin.
Tanya Ortiz Franklin is the Board Member for LA Unified School Board District 7, where she was previously a student, teacher, teacher-educator, and advocate. After graduating with her bachelor’s degree in political science from Columbia University, Tanya earned her master’s degree in elementary education at Loyola Marymount University while teaching sixth grade English and social studies at Stephen White Middle.
During the Great Recession, she was laid off from LA Unified and decided to attend the UCLA School of Law, specializing in public interest law & policy and critical race studies. While in law school, she began working at the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools—a non-profit that manages 19 LA Unified schools in Boyle Heights, South Los Angeles, and Watts—where she first focused on educator development, then on school culture and equitable policies and practices. Tanya serves to ensure all students graduate fully prepared to thrive in the college, career and life of their choice.
In her spare time, Tanya enjoys taking day-long hikes, running, traveling, and getting lost in a great novel.
To Note: Carson Chamber and Wilmington Chamber Members, please register as a non San Pedro Chamber member. The drop down menu will allow you to click on your discounted rate for your Chamber. Questions or issues with registration, call Kaitlyn at (310) 832-7272.
This event takes the place of the September Breakfast with the Chamber.

San Pedro Farmers Market at Little Italy
2022-09-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Pavilion, 6th & Mesa Streets, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

Grand Grunion Gala 2022: A Shark Soirée!
2022-09-17 17:00 - 23:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Save the date for Grand Grunion Gala 2022: A Shark Soirée!
Join us as we honor Dr. Chris Lowe for his pioneering research as director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach and Associated Foundations for their Young Scientists Program endowment.
For this special occasion, the Aquarium will be transformed into a JAW-some place as we celebrate sharks.

Eliza Gilkyson-Grand Annex
2022-09-17 20:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Eliza Gilkyson is a twice Grammy-nominated (2006/2015) singer-songwriter and activist who is one of the most respected musicians in Folk, Roots and Americana circles. Her songs have been covered by Joan Baez, Bob Geldof, Tom Rush and Rosanne Cash and have appeared in films, PBS specials and on prime-time TV.
A member of the Austin Music Hall of Fame, and an inductee into the Austin Songwriter Hall of Fame, she has won countless Folk Alliance and Austin Music awards, including 2014’s Songwriter of the Year. At the Annex, with Don Richmond.
“A combination of gravity and grace… Her writing is poetry, something that most songwriters strive for but not so many actually achieve. The strength of her lyrics and music help set the work apart.” ~ Buddy Magazine
Enjoy a pre-concert wine tasting led by sommelier JP Molinari. 7:00-7:45pm. $16 or free for members Friend level and above.

Paul D. Smith-Grand Annex
2022-09-18 16:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Paul D. Smith
with Vocal Trio & String Quartet
Paul Deiss Smith II is a singer/songwriter and guitar player from Long Beach, CA. His voice, acoustic arrangements, and guitar playing have been compared to The Milk Carton Kids, Iron and Wine, and Sam Amidon.
Paul’s acoustic-folk music is deeply intertwined with his Christian spirituality. His 2021 debut full-length album, The Pious Harp for The Weary Soul, ushers in a contemplative stillness and internal quietude. His album, and Grand Annex performance include acoustic guitar and vocal trio, string quartet, and trumpet. Tender in expression but bold in conception, the instrumental arrangements and lyrics reflect Paul’s gentle, yet vibrant personality.

Sidewalk Vending Workshop
2022-09-22 17:00 - 18:00 | San Pedro Chamber of Commerce, 390 W 7th St,, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Learn about the Sidewalk Vending Program.
This workshop will co over how to start a business in the City of Los Angeles as a sidewalk vendor.
Topics: Permits, Rules, Cost

Heart of Recovery
2022-09-23 18:00 | Elks Lodge San Pedro, 1748 Cumbre Dr, San Pedro, CA, 90732
The 2022 Heart of Recovery Dinner and Auction aims to raise both funds and awareness to support our mission of helping men overcome addiction. It is an evening of incredible generosity, human connection, and miraculous stories. Your contributions to this event provide our men food, shelter, counseling, and a safe environment to take the time they need to rebuild their lives. It is a fundraiser, but it is also an opportunity to connect our men to you, our community. Our goal is to inspire you with our men’s stories of transformation and show you what is at the Heart of Recovery.
The Beacon House Association of San Pedro is a state-licensed and certified, nationally recognized, 103-bed substance abuse recovery program for men. Our mission is to help men achieve recovery from alcoholism and addiction to other drugs. We provide free long-term treatment and foster a recovery community grounded in character-building and spiritual values. We strive to help men realize their full potential and live productive, purpose-driven lives.

Stevie Ray Visited and Petty Party-Alvas
2022-09-23 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
AN EVENING OF BLISTERING BLUES AND POWER POP ROCK AT ALVAS SHOWROOM!
STEVIE RAY VISITED and PETTY PARTY (A Tribute to Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers) 8PM Showtime/ Admission $25
We’re very excited to present this show to you featuring some of the south lands finest singers and musicians.
The evening starts out at with a set of Blues Classics from STEVIE RAY VISITED featuring guitar extraordinaire ROBY DURON.
Roby has completely captured the sound, look and feel of Stevie Ray Vaughn in such minute detail that you will think that you were catapulted back in time to when the legendary guitar slinger hit the airwaves with classics like Pride and Joy, Crossfire, Cold Shot and The House is Rocking.
The second part of the evening will feature a new band on the scene fronted by the supremely talented DEVITT FEELEY who you may have seen perform with Deja Vu, the popular SoCal tribute to CSN&Y. Devitt has assembled a stellar group of musicians to pay tribute to the one and only Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Appropriately named PETTY PARTY, the band celebrates all of the legendary hits from Petty’s expansive catalogue including American Girl, Breakdown, Don’t Do Me Like That, Free Fallin’, I Won’t Back Down, Refugee, The Waiting, Learning to Fly, Running Down a Dream…..we promise, if you are even a casual fan of this music, you will know and want to sing along to every song!
So don’t sit at home and have a pity party, come out and join the Petty Party at the Coffee Gallery Backstage!
$25.00

Magically Thinking-Angels Gate
2022-09-24 14:00 - 15:30 | Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Gallery Conversations:
Magically Thinking
Join us in the gallery for an interactive conversation about the work of Magically Thinking, facilitated by Curator Kim Marra with exhibiting artists Sharon Barnes, Margaret Griffith, and Dakota Noot.
In painting, drawing, sculpture and installation, these artists travel between the physical world and worlds of their own creation, often blurring the lines between abstraction and representation. Their expression serves as a response to the insecurity of an uncertain world that leads to the mental gymnastics of magical thinking. On view through October 1st, Magically Thinking includes the work of Sharon Louise Barnes, Carlos Beltran Arechiga, Vita Eruhimovitz, Margaret Griffith, Kim Marra, Dakota Noot, Megan Reed and Jonathan Ryan.
RSVP at eventbrite to reserve your spot, capacity is limited! to reserve your spot, capacity is limited!

ProgJect-Alvas
2022-09-24 20:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
The Ultimate Prog Rock Experience – Performing the Classics and Epics of Genesis, YES, King Crimson and ELP, along with some Pink Floyd, Rush, Jethro Tull, Peter Gabriel and more…
Genres:
Progressive Rock
Michael Sadler (SAGA) – Vocals
Mike Keneally (Zappa, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani) – Guitar
Ryo Okumoto (Spock’s Beard, Asia, Chris Squire) – Keyboards
Pete Griffin (Edgar Winter, Zappa Plays Zappa) – Bass
Jonathan Mover (GTR, Marillion, The Tubes) – Drums

Pretzel Logic A Steely Dan Revue-Grand Annex
2022-09-24 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Pretzel Logic A Steely Dan Revue
Led by Steve Chernove, the 11-piece Pretzel Logic band delivers a spot-on tribute to the music of Steely Dan, capturing the signature riffs, smooth vocals, and jazz-inspired horns. The band’s vast repertoire comprises over 70 songs from the Steely Dan songbook – from the big hits to the lesser-known songs for diehard Steely Dan fans. With three vocalists, horns and a solid rhythm section, Pretzel Logic seamlessly matches the unforgettable hooks on hits like Peg, Do It Again, Reelin’ in the Years, Deacon Blue, Rikki Don’t Lose That Number, Hey Nineteen and many more.

Ohana Ukulele Family Sunday-Grand Annex
2022-09-25 14:00 - 17:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Ohana Ukulele
Family Sunday
Grand Vision and Kala Koa Entertainment with support from Ohana Ukulele present an afternoon of family ukulele fun! Performances by Bernadette Plazola, Lise Lee, and Alissa Hunnicutt plus time to jam on the stage with friends, family and other ukulele enthusiasts!
Bernadette Plazola is a YouTuber from Imperial Valley, California who started her ukulele YouTube channel, Bernadette Teaches Music, while she was teaching elementary music in Okinawa, Japan, creating instructional music videos for teachers and students. Now with over 400,000 subscribers, her channel has inspired many people around the world to start playing ukulele.
Lise Lee is in high demand. She has been performing throughout California and Hawaii since 2015 at events including the LA International Ukulele Festival, Aloha Concert Series, Heritage of Aloha Festival as well as at the Marriott Waikiki, and at Disney’s Aulani Resort. With her sister Emi, the Lee Sisters have recently released their debut EP album, “Uke Shoes”.
Alissa Hunnicutt has made a name for herself in the ukulele festival circles as a singer/storyteller alternative folk artist and an accomplished puppeteer. She draws from her acting and musical training to bring new life to songs with her thoughtful ukulele arrangements.

Storytelling & Healing The Sides of Suicide
2022-09-25 18:30
It’s almost here.
We’re just days away from “Storytelling & Healing: The Sides of Suicide” takes place Sunday September 25th 6:30 p.m. at the Garden Church in downtown San Pedro.
Register
Hosted by award-winning mental health advocate Rudy Caseres, this will be the third suicide prevention awareness storytelling event held.
Free Admission
Stories from attempt survivors, family/friend loss survivors, of people who have experienced suicidality are welcome to share. Sharing is not required to attend. Stories can include essays, monologues, poetry, musical performance(acoustic), dance or mixed media performance.
8 Minutes maximum per storyteller.
The Garden Church is wheelchair accessible.
This is a secular event.
This event is not a replacement for mental healthcare, If you are in distress please consider these Resources
Address 429 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731

Intertidal Encounters: Reefs-ZOOM
2022-09-28 17:30 - 19:00
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.

Last Dance-Little Fish
2022-09-30 20:00 | Little Fish Theatre, 777 Centre Street , San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Charlotte is an aging but beautiful poet from the American South who now lives on the French coast and has decided to give away her young lover, Cab. Her goddaughter Georgeanne, thinks Charlotte has fallen in love with a local fisherman while her dashing friend, Randall, believes she is finally ready to accept his proposal. This comedy farce is a tribute to the grandeur of the South and a musing on what a smart woman might really want in her later years.
Directed by James Rice.
Tickets

Celebrity Solstice-Mexico
2022-10-01
7 NIGHT MEXICO CRUISE
Departing From: Los Angeles
Duration: 7 nights
Berth: 93
Ship: Celebrity Solstice
Port of Call: Los Angeles – California, Puerto Vallarta – Mexico, Cabo San Lucas – Mexico, Ensenada – Mexico, Los Angeles – California
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Discovery Princess-Mexico
2022-10-01
Discovery Princess
7 NIGHT MEXICO CRUISE
Departing From: Los Angeles
Duration: 7 nights
Ship: Discovery Princess
Berth: 92
Port of Call: Los Angeles California, Day At Sea, Cabo San Lucas Mexico, Mazatlan Mexico, Puerto Vallarta Mexico, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Los Angeles California
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San Pedro Community Health Fair
2022-10-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Please join us at the next San Pedro “Strong and Healthy” Community Health Fair at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium.
The health fair will offer a fariety of FREE health screenings, educational tables / exhibits, giveaways and more.
Free Health Screenings
Free Covid and FLU Vaccinations
Free Aquarium Entrance
Exciting Music, Food Trucks & more!
