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allcove Beach Cities on NBC California Live!

Accessing mental health resources can feel overwhelming and allcove Beach Cities is on a mission to make it easier for young adults to get help. NBC California Live’s Amber Pfister was in Redondo Beach to learn how the center is helping its local community find support, advice or even just a moment of pause.

Yara E., allcove Beach Cities Youth Advisory Group member, and Ali Steward, Chief Partnership Development Officer spoke with NBC's California Live’s about all things allcove. Thank you to Amber and the NBC California Live team for coming out and sharing allcove Beach Cities with California! View original video here.

Youth Advisory Group applications are now open -- Due March 31, 2024

We are looking to select a group of young leaders ages 16 - 25 who represent the diversity of the Beach Cities and surrounding communities across race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, lived experience, ability and socio-economic status. The Youth Advisory Group ensures that youth voices are at the forefront of the allcove Beach Cities center experience. As part of the Youth Advisory Group, you will help allcove Beach Cities gain a better understanding of young peoples’ needs and opinions to provide them with relevant and effective services.

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cove Happenings

If you’re catching up on homework, or just needing a break and a safe space to hang out, join us for events in the cove at allcove Beach Cities.

Click here to register for the events below

open performance night

Friday, February 16

5 – 7p.m.

Calling all performers! Come join our community listening party and share your original art with the audience. Any type of music is welcome!

clothing swap

Thursday, February 22 and March 21

4:30 – 6 p.m.

Get rid of your old clothes and get some new magical threads. Upcycle your clothes and find a new thrifted favorite.

The Job Search Series*

Job and Volunteer Search Workshop

Thursday, February 22

4:30 – 6 p.m.

Learn strategies for finding jobs and volunteer opportunities for the purpose of developing your skills, exploring career opportunities and building your portfolio. A Job and Volunteer Search Toolkit will be provided.

*These sessions complement each other. It is desirable, but not required to attend both sessions.

life after covid-19 and the impact it’s had on you

Thursday, February 22 at 5 – 6:30 p.m. (Registration required by February 20)

Thursday, March 14 at 5 – 6:30 p.m. (Registration required by March 12)

Thursday, March 28 at 5 – 6:30 p.m. (Registration required by March 26)

How often do you stop to think if and how your life would be different if it weren’t for COVID-19 interrupting just about everything? Many of us do. Take time to join with us to share the good, the bad and maybe even the ugly of what you feel you experienced because of COVID-19. It might be changes in school, family, friends, plans, dreams, your mood, everyday living or even a sense of security. allcove Beach Cities is providing drop-in opportunities to get together with your peers to explore the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on your lives.

cycle and smoothies 

Wednesday, February 28

4:30 – 6 p.m. 

Celebrate American Heart Month with us and create your own smoothie on a blender bike! 

puzzle competition

Tuesday, March 12 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Reconstruct a puzzle in as little time as possible! Be the first team to place all the pieces. Anyone is invited to join in on the fun!

mindful student workshop

Thursday, March 14 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. 

Being a student brings pressures as we try to balance all the areas of our lives. Join us to learn a variety of self-care and relaxation practices that help you stay calm when faced with stressful experiences, such as test-taking, homework and social situations. It will help you create a more balanced life and “take in the good.” A “Comfort Toolkit” will be provided.

build your own wind racer

Friday, March 15 at 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Explore the depths of your imagination. Create your own original styrofoam sailboat and race it across a body of water as quickly as you can. Begin to design and build your boat and test it in the pool. A fan will be blowing air along the water to propel the wind in the sails. Everyone is welcome to join!

open mic night

Friday, March 29 at 5 – 7 p.m.

Calling all musicians, original songwriters, poets, comedians and those seeking the limelight! We welcome all art forms and all forms of expression. We are a judgment-free zone and safe space for you to try out a new skill or show your support for others. Drop-ins are always welcome.

Resources for Families

Click here to register for the events below

family support group

Wednesday, March 13 at 5:30 – 7 p.m.

514 N. Prospect Ave. Redondo Beach, CA 90277, Lower Level – Redondo Room

A group of families helping other families who live with mental health challenges by utilizing their collective lived experiences and learned wisdom. RSVP

virtual families connected parent chat

Tuesday, March 12 at 10 a.m.

Monthly support group open to all South Bay parents and caregivers that provides a supportive space to share parenting challenges and successes. Zoom information here.

family coaching

Family coaching is available for parents/caregivers on how to build a strong and lasting relationship with their young person. Call (310) 374-5706 to make an appointment.

allcove in the community: Event Recaps

Thank you to all our community and school partners for welcoming us to connect, learn and share with you and the young people and families you serve:

"What I Wish my Parents Knew" @ Hermosa Valley – Jan. 17
Cohen Clinic Resource Fair – Jan. 23
Torrance USD Building Bridges Meeting – Jan. 25
USC MFT Placement Fair – Jan. 26
LA County Office of Violence Prevention Rise, Reclaim, Restore Youth Mental Health Summits (South Bay) – Jan. 27
Redondo Beach Rotary Club Meeting – Feb. 1
Ridgecrest Intermediate School Yellow Ribbon Week Mental Health Fair – Feb. 2