San Pedro Today

Health Career Scholarship Applications Available
2019-08-19 | Providence LCM Hospital, 1300 W. 7th St., San Pedro, CA, 90733, United States
Providence LCM Hospital Auxiliary is offering Health Career scholarship applications from August 19 to October 18, 2019. Applications are available at the Information Desk, Volunteer Office or online at www.providence.org/sanpedrovolunteers. Applicants must be in their second semester of their health field. For more information, call Marilyn (310) 833-0916 or (310) 241-4079.

The Slice Walking Tour
2019-08-17 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Last Call for the Original Slice walking tour. With Buono’s moving into downtown, this will be your last chance to experience the original pizza tasting tour that offers a heaping side of San Pedro history with three very different styles of Pedro pizza. Don’t miss out! Tickets are $20. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

Smart & Final Hatch Pepper Roasting Event
2019-08-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Smart & Final 25th St, 1636 W 25th Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Come celebrate Hatch Pepper season with Smart & Final for a Hatch Chile Roasting Festival! Live roasting will take place at the San Pedro, CA store. Hatch Chiles, named after the region in New Mexico, have a meaty flesh and mild-medium heat making them ideal for many recipes! Come and learn the secrets to a perfectly roasted Hatch Pepper, ideal for salads, soups, stews, dips, and sandwiches. Get the chile’s while they’re hot-they’re only in season from August to September!
About Smart & Final
Smart & Final is the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store, headquartered near Los Angeles in Commerce, California. Smart & Final’s 257 store locations offer quality products in a variety of sizes, saving customers time and money without a membership fee. Its larger format stores, Smart & Final Extra!, combine the warehouse store with traditional grocery offerings like farm-fresh produce and natural and organic options, to provide a one-stop shop for all. In business since 1871, Smart & Final remains committed to giving back to its communities through employee volunteer opportunities and donations to local nonprofits.

Bukowski in Bronze Launch Celebration
2019-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Sacred Grounds Coffee Shop, 468 W 6th Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join the San Pedro Heritage Museum for a celebration of Charles Bukowski’s 99th Birthday and the launch of their Bukowski in Bronze crowd-funding campaign to erect a monument to San Pedro’s beloved late literary treasure. The party will include birthday cake and readings of favorite Bukowski poems.

Hollywood in San Pedro Walking Tour
2019-08-16 10:30 - 12:30, 2019-08-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2019-08-02 10:30 - 12:30 | CA
San Pedro has been one of the busiest filming locations in Los Angeles since Hollywood began. Trace the steps of your favorite TV and movie stars on this guided location tour of scenes filmed right here in downtown San Pedro. You’ll be surprised just how many blockbusters and hit TV shows have made their mark here! Tickets are $15. Additional tours August 9, 16, 23 & 30. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

Downtown Now & Then Walking Tour
2019-08-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-08-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | CA
Go behind historic downtown San Pedro’s vintage store fronts and explore the area’s various lives as a rough and tumble waterfront, a bustling business district and a burgeoning arts district. Historian Angela Romero will guide you through the history while introducing you to everything making downtown’s future bright. Tickets are $15. Additional tours August 8, 15, 22 & 29. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council Board Meeting
2019-08-13 18:30 - 21:00 | Port of Los Angeles High School, 250 5th St., San Pedro, CA, 90733, United States

Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council Board Meeting
2019-08-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Peck Park Community Building, 560 N. Western Ave., San Pedro, CA, 90733, United States

Beer & Wine Tasting Fundraiser
2019-08-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Point Fermin Lighthouse, 807 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro
Join the Point Fermin Lighthouse Society for their annual fundraiser to support the lighthouse. Sample a wide variety of beer, wine and sodas at the Victorian lighthouse while enjoying the view, appetizers and music. Tickets are $35 for members and $40 for non-members through July 31, $45 thereafter. Admission is limited to adults 21 years and older and reservations are required as space is limited. For more information, email events@pflhs.org or text (310) 293-8000.

The Old City Walking Tour
2019-08-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-07-06 10:00 - 12:00 | CA
Trace the development of old San Pedro from a sleepy rancho to a bustling metropolis on this tour of all the key historic sites in the old city, including the historic old post office, Vinegar Hill, the Julia Morgan YWCA, the Warner Grand Theatre and more. Tickets are $15. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

First Thursday Photographers Exhibit
2019-08-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Arches on 6th, 430 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join the San Pedro Photographers Association for their monthly Art Walk exhibition including appetizers, spirits, music and vendors.

First Thursday
2019-08-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown San Pedro
Live music, food trucks, art gallery displays, and food and drink specials from local bars and restaurants. Experience the most anticipated monthly event in San Pedro!

Literary San Pedro Walking Tour
2019-07-28 10:00 - 12:00 | CA
San Pedro leaves a deep impression on all who visit. Discover the haunts and hear the words of local writers who found success and world-famous authors who found inspiration during their time here. Tickets are $15. Additional tour July 28. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

Annual Historical Society Wine Taste
2019-07-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Muller House Museum, 1542 S. Beacon St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
The San Pedro Bay Historical Society invites you to enjoy a lovely afternoon on the scenic Muller House patio, including delicious hors d’oeuvres and an exciting auction. $25 suggest donation per person. For reservations and more info, visit sanpedrobayhistoricalsociety.org or call (310) 365-8873. Space is limited.

San Pedro Pirate Boosters Annual Car Show
2019-07-27 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Come out and enjoy a day of fun with the family and help support Pirate Athletics! Live music and free spectator admission. Looking to show your car or have a booth? $25 (cars) and $50 (booth) pre-registration donation, deadline is July 14. For more info, contact Leonard Miller at (310) 701-9357, sppirateboostersclub@gmail.com, or visit sanpedropirateboosters.com.

72nd Annual Mary Star of the Sea Parish Fiesta
2019-07-19 17:00 - 2019-07-21 22:00 | Mary Star of the Sea Parish, 870 W 8th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Friday: 5p – Midnight, Saturday: Noon – Midnight, and Sunday: Noon – 10p. Celebrating its 72nd year, with the theme of “A Weekend in Paradise,” support the Parish community and enjoy some family fun! Games, rides, raffles, and of course, lots of delicious food and treats. The 2019 Fiesta Queen will be crowned Sunday at 7:30p.

Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council Board Meeting
2019-07-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Cabrillo Marina Community Building, 2965 Via Cabrillo Marina, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

Summer Soiree and Art Sale
2019-07-14 15:30 - 18:00 | Deco Art Deco, 520 W 8th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Join the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District at an elegant art deco loft in the heart of San Pedro, celebrating pioneering San Pedro artists, Ron Linden, and Arnee and Ray Carofano. Enjoy live entertainment and live art. For more info, visit sanpedrowaterfrontartsdistrict.com.

Hollywood in San Pedro Walking Tour
2019-07-12 10:30 - 12:30 | CA
San Pedro has been one of the busiest filming locations in Los Angeles since Hollywood began. Trace the steps of your favorite TV and movie stars on this guided location tour of scenes filmed right here in downtown San Pedro. You’ll be surprised just how many blockbusters and hit TV shows have made their mark here! Tickets are $15. Additional tours July 19 & 26. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

Downtown Now & Then Walking Tour
2019-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | CA
Go behind historic downtown San Pedro’s vintage store fronts and explore the area’s various lives as a rough and tumble waterfront, a bustling business district and a burgeoning arts district. Historian Angela Romero will guide you through the history while introducing you to everything making downtown’s future bright. Tickets are $15. Additional tours July 9, 16, 23 & 30. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

4th of July Community Observance
2019-07-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Korean Friendship Bell, 3601 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA, 90733, United States
This annual ceremonial observance will be held at The Korean Bell, one of San Pedro’s most enduring landmarks. Featuring posting of the colors by the L.A. Air Force Base Color Guard, guest speakers and dignitaries, and the ringing of the bell. For more info, contact the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce at (310) 832-7272 or visit sanpedrochamber.com.

Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council Youth & Outreach Committee Meeting
2019-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | San Pedro Municipal Building, 638 S Beacon Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

Summer Camp Craft Party
2019-06-29 12:00 - 20:00 | Crafted at the Port of LA, 112 E. 22nd St., Warehouse No. 10, San Pedro, CA, United States
Shop from local artists, eat smores, and spend a day at Summer Camp in the marketplace! Tie dye t-shirts, macrame, DIY terrariums, and other summer camp crafts. Admission and parking are always free. Each Craft will range from $1 – $15t each.

The Slice Walking Tour
2019-06-29 11:00 | CA
Celebrate the end of another school year with a strolling pizza party! Join historian and San Pedro Today columnist, Angela Romero, for a Pedro Pizza Crawl in honor of the beginning of Summer Vacation! San Pedro is famous for its pizza. Celebrate our good fortune by visiting three of the town’s finest places to grab a slice, Joseph’s Bakery, Buono’s Pizzeria, and Bonello’s. Enjoy pizza with a side of history as you trace a virtual pizza slice across town. History topics will include Daniels Field, the Dodson House, Dana Middle School, San Pedro Library, Mary Star and more. This tour is a special event so please note the start time and price. Tickets are $20 and space is limited. Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

11th Annual Cars & Stripes Forever
2019-06-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Port of L.A., 600 N. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro
Hosted by the Port of Los Angeles, Cars & Stripes Forever! is a free community celebration to kick off Independence Day weekend, featuring a classic car show (with more than 100 cars built before 1975), an exotic car display, motorcycles, live bands, food trucks, a beer garden, and grand fireworks finale at 9:15 p.m. The event will be held on Harbor Boulevard and the Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro.
