Hey neighbors!

Coming to you on Earth Wind & Fire Day (the 21st night of September).

We’re excited to announce that Lauren is bringing our Instagram account back to life! If you don’t already, please follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/thesouthbaynewsletter/

We will pick a few of our new followers to win gift card to our favorite coffee shop in the South Bay!

P.S. Happy Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) this week to all who celebrate!

Stories that caught our eye.

New Hermosa Apartments Downsized & Approved New apartment complex on Palm Drive will be shorter as a result of residents’ concerns of obstructed views. (Read more)

Jack Walser Named Torrance 2025 Citizen of the Year Longtime resident recognized for decades of volunteer work and community service. (Read more)

Increase in Vehicle Burglaries Clear out your valuables and lock your doors! (Read more)

Things for you to participate in. Follow us on Instagram for more :)

Spumoni 1101 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 (and a location in Santa Monica!)

Spumoni Trattoria & Pizzeria is a Hermosa Beach gem that brings authentic neighborhood Italian dining to Hermosa Beach with Little Italy vibes and hearty portions. This casual trattoria serves up all the classics—from antipasti and homemade pastas to New York-style pizzas—in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.

Standout Dishes: Wood-Fired Pizzas, Fettuccine Alfredo, and iconic Spumoni Ice Cream Dessert

Weekly Specials:

Generous portions, reasonable prices, and one of the South Bay's best weekly deals, Spumoni has earned its reputation as a neighborhood favorite. The staff keeps the atmosphere lively, making it perfect for everything from family dinners to date nights.

(Website)

Dive N’ Surf 504 N Broadway, Redondo Beach, CA 90266

Did you know the wetsuit was invented by two Missouri men?

Bill and Bob, brothers from Boonville, Missouri, moved to Manhattan Beach in 1944 and became LA County Lifeguards. They each bought one-third of Dive N' Surf from owners Hap Jacobs and Bev Morgan, and later invented the first wetsuit to extend surfing and diving in cold Pacific waters.

Now, here’s what Dive N’ Surf has to offer:

The Experience: Customers praise the shop's authentic surf culture and helpful staff who go above and beyond (one reviewer noted staff even helped pump up a customer's stroller tire).

Bottom Line: Dive N' Surf delivers on expertise, selection, and service. It's a must-visit for anyone serious about ocean sports in Southern California.

(Website)

You will never guess what’s coming… okay, you probably will, but let’s pretend it’s dramatic:

The heat is finally turning up. The mornings still start like someone pressed snooze (fog + low clouds—you know the drill), but by afternoon the sun crashes the party like it’s late and regretting life choices. The highs creep from “pleasantly warm” to “why is my shirt sticking to me?” territory, mid-to-upper 70s + possible low 80s inland later in the week.

So here’s your survival plan: ditch the hoodie by lunch, find shade every chance you get, default to iced drinks, and wear sunscreen like it’s your personality.

There is a country whose name starts with each letter in the alphabet…except one. Which letter is excluded?

A. O

B. X

C. Q

D. Y

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Last week’s Question: How many boat slips are in King’s Harbor in Redondo Beach? Answer: D. 1,400

September by Earth Wind & Fire (Listen here)

That’s all for now, folks. It’s a new week in the greatest place on earth; don’t take it for granted!

Share this newsletter with a friend & we’ll see you around town.

Your neighbors,

Sam & Lauren