Am I seeing back to school advertisements already!? Aw man, that’s a downer.
That’s not going to stop me and the other South Bay Foodies from enjoying another SoCal summer weekend. This one has plenty to choose from.
Here are a few of the events we will be checking out. Maybe we will see you there!
Navy Week Comes to the Port of Los Angeles
All this week, four Navy vessels have made the Port of Los Angeles their home. Navy Week — held in conjunction with the 2011 X-Games — brings the first aircraft carrier to dock in LA in more than 20 years.
The highlight of the event is the opportunity to tour each vessel for a close up look. Be warned, though, the turn-out for this event has been phenomenal and wait times (especially for the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln) are two hours or more.
Follow the links below for details on tours, parking, and more!
http://www.portoflosangeles.org/pdf/Navy_Week_LA-Flier_Final.pdf
http://www.portoflosangeles.org/pdf/Navy_Days_Parking_Map_Public.pdf
http://www.navyweek.org/losangeles2011
Navy Week in the Port of Los Angeles
Saturday, July 30 10AM – 5 PM; Sunday, July 31, 10 AM – 4 PM
International Surf Fest
Surfers, and Lifeguards, and volleyball? Oh my! The beaches of Manhattan and Hermosa will be invaded this weekend (not to be associated with Navy Week) as the 2011 International Surf Festival takes place in the South Bay. Competitors from all over the world will paddle, swim, and bump/set/spike to be the best of the best in their sport.
A popular portion of the festival has returned: The Charlie Saikley “Six Man” Volleyball Tournament (link goes to Facebook). Teams of men and women — often dressed in outlandish costumes, or next to nothing in some cases — play volleyball while posing for the thrill of spectators. While Manhattan Beach police and officials have vowed to keep this event wholesome, know in advance that the 6 Man Tournament has a history of not being very family friendly!
International Surf Festival
Friday, July 29 – Sunday, July 31
http://www.surffestival.org
Chocolate The Event
Chocolate lovers will find their dream event this weekend in Anaheim. Chocolate the Event promises to be a “myriad of epicurean and chocolate delicacies to tantalize and delight the palate”.
You can see their website for details….I’m not going to even try! Just imagine chocolate….everything! Wine, coffee, and other gourmet dishes will be available to sample along with the good stuff.
The event is free with attendees purchasing tickets to sample the chocolate cuisine throughout the venue along Center Street Promenade in Downtown Anaheim, CA.
Need a sweeter deal? The event is is a fund-raising effort for charities benefiting at-risk youth and children throughout the region. You’ll be eating for a cause!
Chocolate The Event
Saturday, July 30, 10 AM – 10 PM
http://chocolatetheevent.com
Lots of fun here!!