(A rendering what the Manhattan Beach dunes might look like following restoration. Image via The Bay Foundation.)

Come volunteer to help The Bay Foundation remove non-native iceplant from the dunes along the Strand in Manhattan Beach. This project will evaluate a living restored shoreline with a diverse plant and wildlife community as an approach to increase coastal resiliency. The California State Coastal Conservancy is fully funding this project through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund and California Climate Investments, which are programs that put cap and trade dollars to work. (See more information on the dune restoration project here.)

(Trash found on the beach - Photo via Heal the Bay)

Love your local beach? Join Heal the Bay for a Coastal Cleanup Day on September 23.

The Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair, an all-volunteer-run event, celebrates its 51st anniversary this year. Anyone over the age of 12 can volunteer at the fair, and students may earn community service credits for volunteering. Volunteers can work as many hours as they wish and all volunteers receive a fair tee shirt.  

Events that need volunteers are Kid Country, Battle of the Bands, Traffic and Security, Community Showcase, T-Shirt Sales Booth and Free Games.

Volunteers are needed Friday through Sunday, October 6-8, at various times. Sign up here.