Summer Starts in Hermosa Beach

As the sun blazes above Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, it will have appeared to reach its highest point in the sky, marking this year's summer solstice.

The solstice marks the first day of summer, when the earth's tilt toward the sun is at a maximum. As a result, the sunlight will produce the longest day of the year.

On Tuesday, the sun is expected to rise at 5:43 a.m. and set at 8:08 p.m., according to the U.S. Naval Observatory.

Want to take advantage of the daylight? Here are some Hermosa Beach happenings taking place Tuesday.

Beach volleyball

Grab a spot on the sand early Tuesday for one of . Plus, registration is open until July 1 to enroll youngsters between ages 7 and 15 in the for the fall.

Last day of school

Tuesday at Hermosa View and Valley schools. The Hermosa Valley eighth grade graduation ceremony will be held at Mira Costa High School's auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Then, the accompanying school dance will be at 8 p.m. in the Clark Building on Valley Drive

Wine tasting

Saint Rocke is hosting a night of California Zinfandel wines, gourmet food and live music at 7 p.m. Limited space is available. The event is for people 21 and older.