SOUTH BAY CALENDAR HERMOSA ARTWALK


Saturday, June (TBA) 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach


 This ambitious, juried show grows each year in stature. Over 60 of the Southland’s finest artist exhibit their work in a grassy setting with live music, food and wine. (310) 372-7269; sperrot- ti1@verizon.net.


ANTIQUES SHOW & SALE


Thurs, May 31 – Sat, June 2, 2012 St. Francis Episcopal Church


 Exhibitors from throughout the Western United States partic- ipate in this annual sale of antique art, silver, china, crystal and collectables. The popular appraisal booth is just $3. Tea, wine and patio lunches served. Admission $10. 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates; 310-375-4617; stfrancispv.org


RIVIERA VILLAGE SUMMER FESTIVAL


Sat., Sun., June (TBA) Catalina Ave. and And Ave. I, Redondo Beach


 The annual Riviera Village Summer Festival features arts and crafts, carnival rides, and plenty of food and music. Free admis- sion. A free shuttle is available from South High.


REDONDO BEACH SPRINT TRIATHLON


Sunday, June (TBA) Veteran’s Park, Redondo Beach


 This USAT sanctioned event consists of a 1/2-mile swim, 6- mile bike, and 2-mile run. Space is limited to first 600 entries. A non-competitive mini-sprint (half the distances) is also avail- able. 7:30 a.m. at the Veteran’s Park/Marina area in Redondo Beach. The spectator-friendly course follows the beach, along Vista del Mar. Proceeds benefit Cheer for Children, which gives seasonal parties and raises money for acutely ill children at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. www.rbtriathlon.com.


SOLSTICE 5K


Saturday, June (TBA) Manhattan Beach Pier


 The Annual Manhattan Beach 5K Summer Solstice race, organized by former Olympic runner Jeff Atkinson, is held on the Saturday morning closest to the year’s lowest tide, creating a wide, flat, fast, out-and-back course on hard packed sand. 7 a.m. (310) 938-5544, Jeff@OlympianFitness.com or MB5K.com


CHEVRON MANHATTAN GRAND PRIX


Sunday, June (TBA) Live Oak Park, Manhattan Beach


 One of the country’s oldest (50 years) and most prestigious cycling street races was founded by local racing legend Ted Ernst. It features top professional cyclists racing a technically challenging 1.3 mile course with two straight-aways and two 180 degree turns.. The popular community races include divi- sions for adults and kids. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Spectators may line the straight-aways but are protected by guard rails at the turns.


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The Fourth of July Village Runner 5 K in Redondo Riviera Village is followed by a fireworks show in Seaside Lagoon.


VILLAGE RUNNER 5K RUN/WALK


Wednesday, July 4, 2012 Riviera Village, Redondo Beach


 This popular, 19-year-old race begins at 8 a.m. in front of Village Runner. The event includes the Firecracker Dash for kids. Cash prizes to top three male/female finishers. (310) 546- 1888. VillageRunnerRacing.com


FIREWORKS


Wednesday, July 4, 2012 Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach


 Festivities are all day long, with the lagoon opening at 2 p.m. and fireworks display at 9 p.m. Food, venues, games, Coast Guard displays. (310) 746-7650. RedondoFireworks.com


“IRONMAN” TRIATHLON


Wednesday, July 4, 2012 The beach, north Hermosa Beach


 This unorganized event requires participants to run a mile, paddle a mile, and chug a six-pack without throwing up (you read that correctly. It’s harder than it sounds). Best viewed from a distance.


GREEK FESTIVAL


Sat., Sun., July (TBA) St. Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church


 Greek food, Greek music and Greek dancing combine to make everyone wish they were Greek, and some who aren’t think they are at this four decade old tradition. $2 admission. 722 Knob Hill, Redondo Beach. SBGreekFestival.com


U.S. PADDLEBOARD CHAMPIONSHIPS


Saturday, July 14, 2012 Avenue I, Redondo Beach


 Over 200 paddlers and Stand-up Paddlers compete in this 8- mile, open ocean race, from the beach at Ave. I to the Palos Verdes Buoy (R10 buoy). The annual festival includes Junior Lifeguard races and fun races for non competitive paddlers. (310) 200-5463 or HennesseysRaces.com.


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