Question of the Week

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☕ What’s the best place to grab a cup of coffee?

↩️ Let me know what you think!

I recently have really been into Offset Coffee in Redondo’s Riviera Village. Cool vibes, good coffee, and a really neat brand! -Taylor

Events This Week

💐 Make a free Valentine’s bouquet at Sunlife Organics on Feb 12th from 3-5 PM! If you haven’t found your Valentine’s day gift yet, this is the perfect opportunity.

🏺 If you’re looking to feed your creative side, you can glaze & fire your own ceramics at this hands-on Raku Firing event outside at the MB Arts Center on Feb 12th at 5pm.

🎬 It’s Valentine’s Day week, so the Manhattan Village is hosting an outdoor cinema screening of Twilight on Feb 13th at 6pm. Bring your blankets & chairs, and they’ll bring the popcorn & heaters.

💕 The Bungalow is hosting “Galentine’s” on Feb 13th from 1pm-7pm with tarot readings, tattoos & exclusive merch. Proceeds will support LA fire relief, so bring your besties & join in.

🥍 The South Bay Lacrosse Club’s SCOOP Program, starting on February 13th, is the perfect intro to lacrosse for beginners aged 5-12. Learn passing, catching, and shooting in a fun, no-contact environment! Sticks will be provided.

🃏Enjoy a Valentine’s dinner on Valentine’s Day (the 14th) with close-up magic by Joel Ward at the Shade Hotel MB. Enjoy gourmet dishes and an intimate setting for a night of food and entertainment!

🤫 Don’t Tell Comedy is heading to Manhattan Beach on February 14th at 8pm. But it’s all a SECRET: secret comedians and a secret location.

✨ Manifest your dreams at the 2025 Vision Board Workshop on Feb 15th at 9:30am! Start with mimosas & meditation, then craft your vision for the year with expert guidance & creative energy.

🌺 Learn hula with Kumu Hula Patrick Makuakāne at the Redondo Beach Masonic Lodge on Feb 15th! Two workshops will be available for intermediate & advanced dancers.

⚽ The Presidents Day Soccer Camp is back! Join AYSO & First Touch Soccer at Alta Vista Park on Feb 17th at 9am for a fun-filled day of skills, teamwork & a small tournament.

🎙️ Live from South Bay

THURSDAY THE 13th

🎙️ Big Shot Karaoke | Saint Rocke - 7pm
🎸 Pre-Valentine’s Soul & Blues | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center - 7pm
😆 Orny Adams | Comedy & Magic Club - 8pm

FRIDAY THE 14th (Valentine’s Day)

🎸 Valentine’s Day Disco Party with Bee Gees Gold | Saint Rocke - 8pm
😆 Laughs & Romance: 10 Comics | Comedy & Magic Club - 7pm & 8pm
😆 Don’t Tell Comedy | Unknown Location - 8pm
💃 Gravit8 Dance Competition | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center - All Day

SATURDAY THE 15th

😆 10 Comics Show | Comedy & Magic Club - 6pm & 8pm
🎸 Metalachi | Saint Rocke - 8pm
💃 Gravit8 Dance Competition | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center - All Day

SUNDAY THE 16th

🎸 Hollywood U2 (Tribute Band) | The Lighthouse Cafe - 3pm
🎻 The Peninsula Symphony: Tchaikovsky's 5th | Redondo Union High School Auditorium - 5pm
😆 Jay Leno | Comedy & Magic Club - 7pm
🎸 Cubensis: Grateful Dead Music Experience | Saint Rocke - 7:30pm
💃 Gravit8 Dance Competition | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center - All Day

Adoptee of the Week

🐶 Meet Zeus! A pug / frenchie mix dog now available in Manhattan Beach at Wishbone Dog Rescue. Learn more about him here!

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See you next week!

-Taylor