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Palos Verdes Independence Day Celebration

July 4

Founded in 1962 by local residents, this annual holiday event honors our country’s freedom. This year the community welcomes SpaceX president and COO Gwynne Shotwell as honored guest and speaker. Activities will feature patriotic music, a decorated bicycle parade for children, an apple pie contest and fun family games. The event is free and open to all.

9:30 a.m., Malaga Cove School, 300 Paseo Del Mar in Palos Verdes.

Celebrate Chefs & Cellars

July 14

Spend an afternoon in the vineyard dining on creations from a variety of local restaurants and delicious wines and beverages. The annual event benefits the Palos Verdes Art Center.

4 to 7 p.m, Catalina View Gardens | celebratechefs.com

13th Annual White Light White Night

July 20

Walk With Sally’s fundraising event brings out crisp attire to a cool alfresco scene as guests party the evening away and enjoy local bites, beverages and a tempting auction. All proceeds go to Walk With Sally’s mission to mentor kids affected by a loved one with cancer.