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Weekend: Carnivals and Car Races

Live music, fun festivals and car racing—summer is officially here. We've got the best bets for your weekend ahead.

Visit the theater or remember surf photographer LeRoy Grannis in a paddle-out ceremony. Here is a rundown of happenings in the Hermosa Beach area this weekend.

'Anything Goes'

Where and when: Hermosa Beach Playhouse, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach; Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Why go: The children's theater company of an eccentric cast of characters aboard the S.S. American.

Price: $15

Find out what's happening in Hermosa Beachfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Paddle-out for Granny

Where and when: Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach; Saturday, 11 a.m.

Why go: Take part in , who died in February, by paddling to sea.

Price: Free

Bow Wow Wow

Where and when: Brixton, 100 Fishermans Wharf, Redondo Beach; Saturday, 8 p.m.

Why go: Go see the all the favorites, including smash hit "I Want Candy," at this intimate venue by the ocean.

Price: $15

Chevron Grand Prix

Where and when: 1601 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach; Sunday, 7 a.m.

Why go: Get your need for speed down at —races available for the whole family.

Price: $15 to $46

Summertime Festival

Where and when: The Riviera Village, S. Catalina Ave. & Ave. I, Redondo Beach; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.

Why go: Sample food from , take a spin on carnival rides, enjoy the ocean-view beer garden, and listen to live music.

Price: Free

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