Local Resources
Take a look at some of the great things Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.
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| Good News | |
| Ignore the Headlines - Trying to Time the Real Estate Market Might Not Pay Off | |
| Deborah's Picks | |
| New Michael Zislis Restaurant Mucho - Mucho Ultima Manhattan Beach Restaurateur/hotelier Mike Zislis (Rock 'N Fish, Shade Hotel) has radically remodeled the Manhattan Beach space last home to Michi, creating Mucho Ultima Mexicana, a modern Baja fantasy of margaritas, ceviche and more serious entrees like Chilean sea bass; the prices are low, the bar is long and the place to sit is at one of the tables by the floor-to-ceiling windows, which roll open on a warm day. 903 Manhattan Ave.; 310-374-4422 | |
Shade Hotel - Welcome to Manhattan Beach's first luxury boutique hotel. Shade is a cool retreat after a long day at the office or a hot day at the beach. Complementing the atmosphere is unparalleled personal service. Whatever your heart's desire, you'll find it at Shade.
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Rock n' Fish - We only use the highest quality PRIME beef and freshest fish, which are brought in daily for your pleasure. Enjoy one of our house specialties such as the Oak Grilled Artichoke, Blue Cheese Wedge Salad, BBQ Shrimp, or Kapalua Ribeye. Whether you're looking for an old tradition or a new one, we are here to please.
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Growing Wild - Growing Wild has a reputation for innovative floral and silk flower designs using brilliant colorful combinations of flowers and foliage that infuse living spaces with color and style. Seasonal color mixes inspire our floral palette. We choose the freshest flowers possible when designing our arrangements.
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| The Side Door - Great Martini Bar Comfortable basement-sized martini bar fills a niche between the stuffier and scruffier neighborhood spots. | |
Murad Spa - Murad Spa goes beyond traditional day spas by combining clinically proven skin and body care treatments with a luxurious spa environment.
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| La Penita - The best Mexican restaurant in the South Bay. The Carnitas are so good you could swear you were there!Perfect after a day at the beach. | |
Hawthorn Suites - Whether you're remodeling your beach home or relocating from across the globe, Deirdre Murray will make your extended stay at Hawthorn Suites-in her words: "just fabulous!"
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Instyle Flowers - Premium Quality. Exotic Variety. Contemporary Design & Convenience.
Specializing in Memorable Weddings, Events & Gifts.
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| Schools | |
El Segundo Schools - El Segundo Unified School District site.
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Hermosa Beach Schools - Hermosa Beach City School District
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Manhattan Beach Schools - Manhattan Beach Unified School District site.
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Palos Verdes Schools - Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District
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Redondo Beach Schools - Redondo Beach Unified School District site.
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School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
Torrance Unified School District - Website for the Torrance Unified School District.
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| Communities | |
City of El Segundo - The City of El Segundo website.
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City of Hermosa Beach - City of Hermosa Beach site.
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City of Manhattan Beach - The City of Manhattan Beach site
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City of Redondo Beach - City of Redondo Beach website
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City of Torrance - The City of Torrance Website
Torrance, the sixth largest city in Los Angeles County, competes globally through its myriad of assets: diverse residents, flourishing businesses and safe communities. Over the years, Torrance continues to live out its motto as a balanced city.
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Manhattan Beach Historical Society - The Manhattan Beach Historical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserve and promote the heritage of Manhattan Beach. The Society is headquartered in the 1905 historic beach cottage located in Polliwog Park at 1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
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Palos Verdes Estates - Official website for the city of Palos Verdes Estates.
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Rancho Palos Verdes - The website for the ciy of Rancho Palos Verdes.
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Rolling Hills - City of Rolling Hills home page.
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Rolling Hills Estates - The official website of the City of Rolling Hills Estates. Here you will find agendas, minutes, public hearing notices, reports and documents related to issues of community interest, as well as, among other things, information about our City¿s recreational programs and upcoming community events.
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| Autumn at the Beach | |
Historical Tour of Manhattan Beach - Fall is a great time to schedule a special tour of Manhattan Beach with our own local treasure, Wilmer Drake as your tour guide. Register at the Society's 1905 historic red beach cottage located in Polliwog Park at 1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard.Open Sat and Sun 12-3pm.
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Mira Costa Football - Follow the Mustangs this Football Season
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Manhattan Beach Old Hometown Fair - Our community fair creates a weekend event where locals can support each other as customers and operators of fun booths while raising funds for local charity organizations.
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Redondo Union High School Fall Schedule - 2007/2008 School Year Sports Schedule
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Hermosa Beach Triathlon - The 2006 Day at the Beach Triathlon will be held on October 15, 2006 at Hermosa Beach. It features a fun beginner-oriented course. The event starts with a refreshing ocean swim (wetsuits are recommended), followed by a 10-mile bike course that takes racers down Hermosa Ave towards Redondo Beach and curves back to Hermosa. The run is out-and-back courses with scenic ocean views, on paved roads.
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CA Beach Volleyball - The CBVA is a nonprofit California Corporation which has nurtured, sponsored and promoted beach volleyball since 1965.
The CBVA is celebrating its 4th decade of developing and promoting the fast-growing sport of outdoor volleyball at the grassroots level.
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| The Holiday Events | |
Santa Tour Manhattan Beach - This site contains the Santa Sleigh Ride schedule and the map of his stops
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| City Search - Holiday events in greater Los Angeles. | |
Manhattan Beach Pier LIghting - Meet at the pier to sing carols and light the pier for the Holiday Season.
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Family Crafts Night - Manhattan Family Crafts Night
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Hermosa Beach Sand Snowman Contest - Build a Snowman at the Hermosa Beach Pier!
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| Relocation Links | |
| Hermosa Beach, Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Emergency Preparations | |
| Preparing for Disasters - | |
| Preparing Kids for Emergencies - Children and Disasters | |
| Special Needs Preparations - Disaster Preparations for People with Disabilities. | |
| Pets - Pets and disasters: be prepared | |
| Newspapers | |
The Beach Reporter - The newspaper of the Beach Cities
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| Area Information | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Mortgage | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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Platinum Capital -
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| Restaurants | |
| American Farmhouse Grill - Innovative casual dining. | |
Mucho - ZAGAT: Mucho Ultima Manhattan Beach
Mucho Ultima Manhattan Beach Restaurateur/hotelier Mike Zislis (Rock 'N Fish, Shade Hotel) has radically remodeled the Manhattan Beach space last home to Michi, creating Mucho Ultima Mexicana, a modern Baja fantasy of margaritas, ceviche and more serious entrees like Chilean sea bass; the prices are low, the bar is long and the place to sit is at one of the tables by the floor-to-ceiling windows, which roll open on a warm day.
903 Manhattan Ave.; 310-
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| Tax Information | |
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| Homeowner deductions information - | |
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| Utilities | |
Adelphia Communications - Local cable and high speed internet.
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| Summer Fun | |
AVP Volleyball - AVP website
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Chalk Art Festival - Redondo Beach Pier Annual Chalk Art Festival
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Hermosa Beach Summer Fun - Hermosa Beach Calendar of Events
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International Surf Festival - International Surf Festival website
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Manhattan Beach Summer Fun - Manhattan Beach Events Calendar
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Redondo Beach Summer Fun - Redondo Beach Events Calendar
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Shakespeare by the Sea - Calendar of performances in the Los Angeles area.
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Surfer's Walk of Fame - The Surfers Walk of Fame is located on the Hermosa Beach Pier. Hermosa Beach is the official birthplace of surfing in California.
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Fiesta Hermosa - Fiesta Hermosa is a world-class arts and crafts festival which takes place every Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend (Saturday, Sunday and Monday)in Hermosa Beach, California. It is the largest arts and crafts fair in Southern California featuring 270 vendors. It combines the best artisans and crafters with the opportunities to swim, bike, fish, or just relax on the beach.
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| 4th of July at the Beach | |
4th of July at Redondo Beach Pier - Fireworks from the Redondo Beach Pier
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