I didn’t hear the phone ring Sunday morning, but I slowly started to let go of my dreams as I heard fragments of a conversation that ended in “…we’ll be right there. Thanks for reporting it.” My eyes weren’t open yet when Diane said; “that was Matt (Christopherson); a Cabrillo Marine Aquarium volunter reported a dead marine mammal at White’s Point; larger than a sea lion but he can’t tell what it is.”
May 8, 2011 Third Sunday of Easter: Acts 2:14, 22-33; 1 Pt 1:17-21: Lk 24:13-35
Today’s Gospel has the story of the road to Emmaus. I am always reminded of a poster I had in the confessional of my first parish of an idyllic autumn road with the inscription, “Happiness is not found at the end of the journey, but along the way.” The two disciples were definitely not on the road to happiness. They were walking away from Jerusalem, confused and dismayed. Only one of them is named,… Continue
I’m a small business owner, and like most Americans, I believe in capitalism. There’s no better economic system for taking advantage of every person’s ability to create value for society. Also, like most Americans, I believe in democracy: government by and for the benefit of all citizens; that grants every individual the opportunity to strive for life, liberty and…
As soon as we got to the ocean from scenic Alamitos Bay we found a pod of long-beaked common dolphins on last year’s See the Sea, Si? trip aboard the 118-foot RV “Challenger.” Soon we were surrounded by dozens of leaping dolphins.
As fun and exciting as a dolphin encounter is, the experience was not difficult to top during the remainder of the three-hour trip. We pulled up many different species of very…
The Electric Lawn Mower Exchange Program allows residents to turn in their working gas-powered lawn mower and purchase a new cordless rechargeable electric mower at a discounted price. Using a typical gas mower for one…
The May 5 tour will continue the exploration of the diverse range of art available in San Pedro galleries. The one hour free tour will leave from the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce, 390 W. 7th Street, at 6:30 p.m. The tour usually stops at three galleries/studios.
Studio 345 artists Pat Woolley and Gloria Lee will be showing a variety of their own acrylics and watercolors.…
An ongoing outreach of a group of San Pedrans to art schools in the area over the last few years can already report a success story with the Marymount College collaborating with the Grand Annex. The students come down for classes in a real stage environment and even put up a life performance at the Warner Grand Theater. Read the great article by Donna Littlejohn in the Daily Breeze last week:…
May 1, 2011 Acts 5:12-16; Rev 1:9-11a 17-19; Jn 20:19-31
If there is any passage that Catholics should put to memory I believe that it should be today’s Gospel, John 20:19-24. John’s Gospel has Jesus giving the sacraments of Holy Orders, Confirmation and Penance on the night of the resurrection. The disciples still do not understand the events that have taken place; they are in the upper room afraid with the doors locked. The gospel says that the doors are locked for fear of the… Continue
April 24, 2011 Easter Sunday: Solemnity of the Resurrection of The Lord Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Col 3:1-4; Jn 20:1-9
Last August 5th, we remember the thirty-tree miners who were trapped in the collapsed mine in Chile. At first we believed this to be another tragic mining accident with no hope of survival. Miraculously, after seventeen days a note was retrieved from a probe dug deep in the mine with the words written by one of the trapped miners in red letters, "All 33 of us… Continue
April 17, 2011 Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion: Mt 21:1-11; Is 50:4-7; Phil 2:6-11; Mt 26:14—27:66
Today, Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday we enter into the Holiest Week of our Church Calendar. We begin Mass today with a short procession to the center of the Church where we read the first Gospel and bless the Palms. We remember that Jesus entered the City of Jerusalem with great acclaim. “The very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the… Continue
April 10, 2011 Fifth Sunday of Lent: Ez 37:12-14; Rom 8:8-11; Jn 11:1-45
Today at Mass we hear the story of the Raising of Lazarus. On a surface level this is the story of Jesus raising to life a friend who had died. Jesus is notified about the illness and eventual death of a dear friend and after a short delay, decides to go to visit the family. His…
I had planned on blogging about this whole experience but well let's just say I got caught up in the process. But this just wasn't any process, it was more like a challenge. The challenge to plan the greatest party EVER at the modern location of Utro's in San Pedro, CA. What is this Utro's you speak…
One of Southern California’s most cherished and engaging weekend celebrations kicks off its 16th storied year in a new home on USC’s University Park campus April 30 and May 1, 201.
Come and meet Joe in a beautiful garden breathing the fresh ocean breeze while enjoying your afternoon TEA. There will be entertainment and cariacture drawings (drawings at a small fee).Tea Sandwhiches, Fruit Salad, Quich Pastry,Sconces, Assorted Teas and Orange Juice will be served. Cost: $25.00 pre-paid. May 1st, 2011 Sunday.12noon to 3pm. Where: Ma Griffe 3624 S. Gaffey St. San Pedro, Ca. 90731 (310)547-2154. For reservations contact: Marilee Spargur (310)918-7626, Sandra Riedy(310)832-4361… Continue
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The San Pedro Chamber of Commerce and The Port of Los Angeles Present The 23rd Annual “Taste in San Pedro at the Port of Los Angeles”
The 23rd Taste will take place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 5th, 6th and 7th, on the Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles. The venue will offer panoramic harbor and ocean views, and will be…
Unfortunately, I missed the train arrival, You can't be in two places at once. Thanks to the video I saw the arrival of these three fabulous band. Wish I could have been at both. The energy on stage was infectous, these bands love to play together,it's evident how much fun they have and how much they really like each other. A night I'll never forget. Thanks Again for the great video.…
The arrival of the Railroad Revival tour to San Pedro was an epic event for San Pedro. Three bands, Mumford & Sons, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, and Old Crow Medicine Show arrived to town in a style unlike any in recent memory. Traveling exclusively in vintage rail cars, the three bands arrived…
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On November 16, 2024, join the L.A. Conservancy for a day at San Pedro’s historic Harbor House! “From YMCA to Home” is a special tour that explores the adaptive reuse of this historic building, from YMCA to army hotel to apartment living. The event will also feature the panel discussion "Adaptive Reuse and Preservation’s Broader Role in Housing”: a panel of distinguished guests will discuss how this beautiful Spanish Colonial Revival landmark shows how historic buildings can be…See More
Brouwerij West's newest concert with MBF Productions and Tangent Productions will feature Metalachi this Fourth of July weekend! Supporting the L.A. based metal and mariachi band is Poco Pocho and Spaghetti Cumbia, two…See More
Come experience car-free open streets at CicLAvia’s 52nd event on Sunday, May 19; between 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy this compact neighborhood route as a pop-up park for the day connecting Wilmington Waterfront Park and Banning Park. For all ages and abilities, CicLAvia - Wilmington offers walkers, joggers, bikers, roller skaters, and those who simply want to play with one’s favorite people-powered way to enjoy this 2.25-mile temporary park. Always free, CicLAvia…See More
Defendant Michael Taylor in Case GA1111-32, along with other civilians, were denied access to and from the Hollywood courthouse on May 2nd, 2024 after Taylor...
