April 9
Blazing Saddles: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $30-$40. 10:10-11:45 p.m. eventbrite.com.
Breakfast with the Chamber: Featuring guest speaker Mike Lansing, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs Los Angeles Harbor. Presented by San Pedro Chamber of Commerce. 8 a.m. sanpedrochamber.com.
Photographers and Digital Artists: Show hosted by a group affiliated with the Palos Verdes Art Center at Crafted at the Port of L.A., 112 E. 22nd St., San Pedro. Noon-6 p.m. Through Sunday. padapv.org.
PVP Village Information Session (Virtual): 1 p.m. To make a reservation and obtain the link to the meeting, call Marianne Propst at 310-991-3324 or email peninsulavillagepvp@gmail.com.
Spring into Mindfulness: Four-week series for young participants from 6 to 17 years old. Led by Allison Adamovic and Ami Suthar. Presented by Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach. 4-5 p.m. 310-376-3550, info@cscrb.org. Visit cscrb.org for more details.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $30-$40. 8-9:35 p.m. eventbrite.com.
April 10
Beautification Event: Seaside Heroes Park. Meet at 22812 Kathryn Ave., Torrance. 8-11 a.m. Information: Jenna Christensen, 310-920-9387.
Homegrown Soul: Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. 7 p.m. $20. eventbrite.com.
Jailhouse Rock: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $30-$40. 8-9:40 p.m. eventbrite.com.
Long Beach Republican Women Federated: Featuring Randall Avila, executive director of Orange County GOP. The Grand, 4101 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 9 a.m. $30 for members, $35 for non-members. 562-433-8996, longbeachrepublicanwomen.com.
Personal Path to Personal Freedom 12-step Series: “Name Obstacles … Resentment,” featuring Herb Kaighan. Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 10-11:30 a.m. $10. maryjoseph.org
The Shawshank Redemption: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $30-$40. 10:10 p.m.-12:32 a.m. eventbrite.com.
Understanding Social Security: Webinar presented by MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. 9:30 a.m. Contact Medicare Education Specialist Cheryl Hirtler at 714-352-1119 to register. People who RSVP will be emailed a link before the event.
Virtual Art Reception: “Sanctuary of the Aftermath,” presented by Angels Gate Cultural Center. 2-3:30 p.m. Exhibit runs through June 12. eventbrite.com.
Virtual Miraleste Library Monthly Book Club Meeting: 1 p.m. Register at us02web.zoom.us.
April 11
Amore della Vita (Love of Life Italian Style): Presented by Verdi Chorus. 10 a.m. Streaming through April 25. verdichorus.org.
Children’s Beginners Acrylic Paint Class: With Carla Ortega. For ages 9-12. $125 per month. Our Creations, 416 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 310-519-8231. To reserve space: carlaortegaart@yahoo.com.
Jailhouse Rock: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $25-$35. 8-9:40 p.m. eventbrite.com.
South Coast Cactus and Succulent Society: “Plant Staging,” featuring Karen Ostler. 1:30 p.m. Register at southcoastcss.org.
The Shawshank Redemption: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $25-$35. 10:10 p.m.-12:32 a.m. eventbrite.com.
April 12
Big Book Twelve Step Discussion Meeting: 7:30-9 p.m. Suggested contribution $5. Register at herbk.com.
Torrance Dems Meeting: Featuring “An Update for California Democrats,” by Rusty Hicks. 7 p.m. Register in advance at us02web.zoom.us.
April 13
Cancer Support-Art for Adults: Led by Angie Ladabouche. of “Reach heART.” Presented by Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 310-376-3550, info@cscrb.org. Visit cscrb.org for more details.
Chamber 101 (virtual): Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. 9-10 a.m. palosverdeschamber.com.
Good Afternoon Long Beach: Featuring guest speaker Carolyn Caldwell, president and CEO of Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center. Noon-1 p.m. Free for members. $10 for non-members. business.lbchamber.com.
Overeaters Anonymous: 7:30 p.m. Contact Jennifer at 310-529-5708 for Zoom code.
Taste of Taiko Drumming Class: Grand Annex. Presented by Grand Vision. 7-8 p.m. $5-$15. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.
Virtual Book Discussion: “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett. Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Register at zoom.us.
April 14
Bohannon Lecture Series: “It’s a Mystery to Me: Reinventing Yourself” by Dr. Paula Bernstein, author of the Hannah Kline Mystery series. Presented by Peninsula Seniors. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Register at pvseniors.org.
Introductory Wisdom School: Featuring Heather Ruce. Hosted by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 4 p.m. through Sunday, April 18. $300-$475. maryjoseph.org.
Toastmasters South Bay Club 280: 7-9 p.m. Call 310-532-1209 for link information. Information: southbaytoastmasters.org.
Weekly Business Series: “A New Business Environment or More of the Same?” featuring Jennifer Novak, environmental law attorney. Noon-1 p.m. palosverdeschamber.com.
April 15
Beverly Hills Cop: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $25-$35. 10:10-11:55 p.m. eventbrite.com.
Foster Care/Adoption Virtual Orientation: 4-5 p.m. To RSVP for live orientation or to request PowerPoint orientation: rfrecruitment@all4kids.org.
Keep the Lights on Benefit Concert: Jason Graae: Perfect Harmony. Presented by Musical Theatre West. Through April 25. $27.50. musical.org.
Shakespeare and Friends Aloud: “Henry VI Part III” 4 p.m. Register at carpenterarts.org.
Small Business Recovery and Resiliency Series: Presented by Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. 10:30-11:30 a.m. business.lbchamber.com.
Sonic The Hedgehog: Presented by Gardena Drive-in Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena. $25-$35. 8-9:40 p.m. eventbrite.com.
Ongoing
Black Power Movement Exhibitions: “Black Power: Selections from the Gerth Archives at CSU Dominguez Hills” is available at scalar.usc.edu through June 13. “Perpetual and Binding forever: Race and the Creation of a Los Angeles Subdivision” is on display indefinitely at scalar.usc.edu.
Gunsmoke/An Inch and a Half of Glory: Radio Style shows. Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Streaming through May 2. $25 per household. lbshakespeare.org.
Keep the Lights on Benefit Concert: Cynthia Ferrer and Randy Rogel. Presented by Musical Theatre West. Through April 11. $27.50. musical.org.
South Bay Film Society Film Virtual Showings: “M.C. Escher: Journey to Infinity” and “Preparations To Be Together For An Unknown Period of Time” through April 11; “Adam,” “Food Club,” “Keep an Eye Out,” “Leona,” “Perfumes (Les Parfums),” “The Father” and “Wojnarowicz” through April 18; “2021 Oscar Nominated Shorts” through April 25. Information: southbayfilmsociety.com/event.
Virtual Theater Series: “State of Independence” by Paul Koster and directed by Susan Weisbarth. Presented by Kentwood Players. Through April 25. kentwoodplayers.org.
Yarn Angels South Bay: Currently not holding meetings but the group continues to crochet, knit, quilt and sew for seven local charities. New members and donations are welcome. Information: Anna, 310-830-2190; or yarnangels.wixsite.com.
Upcoming
153rd Church Anniversary: Presented by First United Methodist Church of Compton, 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., Compton. 10 a.m. Sunday, April 25. Viewers can also join via Facebook; or telephone at 646-749-3122, with passcode 953-944-077. Information: 310-639-0775.
