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🌱 Patch AM: Why officials say to avoid the water near Manhattan Beach Pier now.
And check out Second Saturday Divorce Workshop on the Manhattan Beach Patch calendar

Hi Manhattan Beach! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why officials say to avoid the water near Manhattan Beach Pier now.
- Mira Costa volleyball edges Casteel—see what's next at home.
Also on today's calendar: Second Saturday Divorce Workshop and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Hot with plenty of sun, with a high of 93 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 91, low: 75.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Ocean Water Warnings Issued as Southland Heat Continues (mynewsla.com) — If you're heading to Manhattan Beach Pier to cool off, county health officials are warning people to stay out of the water there because bacteria levels exceed state standards. The advisory covers 100 yards up and down the coast from the pier, along with several other Los Angeles County beaches. Officials say elevated bacteria can increase the risk of illness for swimmers.
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• Casteel vs Mira Costa (maxpreps.com) — Mira Costa High School's volleyball team from Manhattan Beach edged Arizona's Casteel Colts 2–1 in a tight non-league match, improving their season record to 16–6. The Mustangs next host El Segundo on Tuesday, giving local fans another chance to support a strong squad at home. Their upcoming opponent is coming off a loss to Redondo Union.
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📸 Around Manhattan Beach
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Manhattan Beach
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★ Featured events ★
- Second Saturday Divorce Workshop →
701 Silver Spur Rd, Rolling Hills Estates
10:00 am
Saturday October 10
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Other local events
- September Golden Days (Artist's Talk) →
Diversions Fine Arts, 1069 N Aviation Blvd, Manhattan Beach
1:00 pm - Manhattan Beach Farmer's Market →
Manhattan Beach Farmer's Market, 326 13th St, Manhattan Beach
11:00 am - City Council Meeting →
Manhattan Beach CA
6:00 pm - PFLAG General Support: Coming Out: Becoming Who We Are →
514 N Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach
7:00 pm - Exclusive Dinner with The Godfather Of Hollywood Michael Levine →
3500 North Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach
6:00 pm - South Bay Second Saturday Cars and Coffee →
Pure Bean Coffee Shop, 1133 Artesia Blvd, Manhattan Beach
7:00 am - Beyond Yoga Manhattan Beach X RockIt Body →
324 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach
8:30 am - Shapeshifters (Opening Reception) →
Diversions Fine Arts, 1069 N Aviation Blvd, Manhattan Beach
4:00 pm - Pug Nation Pugtacular Spooktacular →
Alondra Park, 3850 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Lawndale
11:00 am - PFLAG Support: Quarterly Ask the Doctor →
Zoom
7:00 pm - Water Harvest →
Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility, 1935 S Hughes Way, El Segundo
10:00 am
Sunday October 4
Tuesday October 6
Thursday October 8
Saturday October 10
Saturday October 17
Wednesday October 21
Saturday October 24
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- Precision Athletics Fencing Club — (310) 756-8635
- Gammill Law Accident & Injury Lawyers — 3107504149
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- Spathenee Wellness Center Manhattan Beach — (424) 237-5199
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Hermosa Beach. Apply here.
- Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser in El Segundo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manhattan Beach here.
🗞 Nearby News
Hermosa Beach
- Hermosa Beach Dog Park hopefuls push forward with project (dailybreeze.com)
- 'Carrie' 50th anniversary screening at Hermosa Beach filming site set for Friday, Oct. 9 (dailybreeze.com)
- Gardena police kill man who allegedly opened fire during traffic stop (dailybreeze.com)
El Segundo
- EVgo previews 750-kW fast chargers, says quickest EVs could charge in about 10 minutes (thecooldown.com)
- BODi launches P90X energy drinks with zero sugar formula By Investing.com (investing.com)
Los Angeles
- Santa Clarita Fire Map: See Bouquet Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas (patch.com)
- Bouquet Fire Raging Near Santa Clarita Sparks Evacuation Orders: Officials (patch.com)
Ok Manhattan Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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