National Purple Heart Day is August 7th By Simie Seaman President of the Wilmington Historical Society
The Purple Heart is the oldest active military award in the United States and, like the country it represents, has gone through many changes.
What now is known as the Purple Heart began as the Badge of Military Merit, established by George Washington on August 7, 1782. At that time, and for many decades afterwards, there were very few awards that common soldiers could receive in service of their country.
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True Blue Los Angeles Plays at the South Coast Botanic Garden Thursday Night Sunset Series
The Sunset Series aims to feature unique entertainment each week, from live music to nature tours and more. Learn more at southcoastbotanicgarden.org
TRue Blue is the Bluegrass wing of the @woodandsteellive music co. 🎻 Southern California
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On July 10th SouthBay AutoClub Hosted a Select Curated Group of Super Rare Vintage Cars, Luxury Cars, Supercars, and Hypercars!
Sunday, July 10, saw a meeting of the SouthBay AutoClub at the beautiful new Rolling Hills Country Club. There was everything from a couple dozen Ferraris to a good representation of Porsches, an Aston Martin, a rare and exotic Konigsegg, a right-hand drive Ford GT 40 (the car Ford used to beat Ferrari),
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Phineas Banning Birthday Celebration
August 20 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Phineas Banning Birthday Celebration will be held onsite at the Banning Museum for the first time in two years! Join us on Saturday, August 20 as we celebrate the “Father of the Los Angeles Harbor” with live country and classic rock music by local band,
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At the Long Beach International Film Festival, You Can Meet a Culinary Icon
At this five-course meal featuring a film and food pairing, Jacques Pepin will be honored.
Jacques Pepin and Julia Child were the television chefs who first introduced the public to the love of fine cuisine, long before Bourdain and Flay.
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Lectures with Lianne presents a FREE Lecture August 12,2022 - A History of Railroads in the Greater Los Angeles Area with Jim Shneer
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! A FUN, FREE & FANTASTIC LECTURE ON August 12, 2022 AT 4PM AT HESSE COMMUNITY PARK.
Hear Jim Schneer talk about A History of Railroads in the Greater Los Angeles Area.
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Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Calendar of Events for August 2022
SPECIAL EVENTS
Guided Nature Walk at Ocean Trails Reserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, August 13th, 9am. Walk through impressively-restored habitat on top of an ancient slide area with spectacular bluff-top ocean views that are well worth the visit. Easy to moderate. Sign up at: https://pvplc.org/calendar-guided-nature-walks/
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2022 Marks the 40th Anniversary of the Marilyn Remembered Fan Club By Greg Schreiner
2022 Marks the 40th Anniversary of the Marilyn Remembered Fan Club. We are the longest running Marilyn Monroe fan club in existence today. Marilyn Remembered was founded by Greg Schreiner, Teresa Seeger, Catherine Seeger, and Anthony Cordova. These four lifelong Marilyn Monroe fans met by chance on August 5 at Marilyn’s grave at Westwood Village Memorial Park.
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After a Multi-year Hiatus, the Palos Verdes Historical Society is Pleased to Announce a Royal Jubilee Tea on August 14, 2022 to be Held in Conjunction with and at Palos Verdes Art Center.
After a couple of years when holding these kinds of events was nearly impossible, we are thrilled to partner with the Palos Verdes Art Center in presenting this Royal Jubilee Tea Party honoring the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's reign.
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Sign Up For the Summer Sunset Social Series at La Venta Inn!
Summer Sunset Social Series at La Venta Inn!
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Celebrate Chefs & Cellars – AN AFTERNOON IN THE VINEYARD Sunday, August 28, 2022, 4 – 7 pm
Celebrate Chefs & Cellars – AN AFTERNOON IN THE VINEYARD Sunday, August 28, 2022, 4 – 7 pm
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The 2022 Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance By Dana Graham, President of the Palos Verdes Historical Society
Can you imagine a more intrinsically appropriate place for the display of exotic or phenomenal classic cars than Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills?
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Get Ready for the Gathering at the Grand – Black & White or Noir et Blanc, We Love Americans in Paris Pat and James Brown
Don your best black and white party outfit for a night of dinner, dancing, and auctions!
We've made a Pinterest board to help you find the best accessories dresses and attire
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Lectures with Lianne presents a FREE Lecture July 8,2022 - History and Functions of the Marine Exchange - with Retired Coast Guard Captain Kip Louttit
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! A FUN, FREE & FANTASTIC LECTURE ON JULY 8,2022 AT 4PM AT HESSE COMMUNITY PARK.
Hear Retired Coast Guard Captain Kip Louttit share the History and Functions of the Marine Exchange
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Celebrate the Flower of Love - National Red Rose Day is June 12 By Designer, Photographer, Style Maker Simie Seaman
Isn’t it enough to buy red roses on Valentine’s Day and your sweetie’s birthday? Nope…they’ve also got their own day. Think of it as a distant cousin to Valentine’s Day.
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How to Host a Beautiful & Proper Tea Party By Etiquette Expert Jules Martinez Hirst
Have you thought of hosting a tea party but, not sure where to start? Then read on, whether you’re a host or a guest, I will cover everything from the history, the different types of tea parties, what to wear and of course the etiquette.
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Local Celebrity and Palos Verdes Pulse Contributor Shelley Stockwell-Nicholas, Ph.D., Honored
On May 14, 2022. Shelley Stockwell-Nicholas, age 77, of Rancho Palos Verdes, California, USA, was inducted into the International Hypnosis Hall of Fame; the highest honor and acknowledgement in this professional field.
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