While you’re checking in on your New Year’s resolutions, don’t miss out on the community-centric fun and free things to do in Long Beach and Signal Hill throughout the week.
Civic engagement takes the forefront this week, with an opportunity to meet congressmember Nanette Barragan Saturday morning, two chances to weigh in on Long Beach’s fiscal year budget priorities on Tuesday and Wednesday night, and a renter’s rights workshop Tuesday morning.
If you’d rather sit for a movie rather than a meeting, the Billie Jean King Main Library will screen the Kenyan documentary “Mully” Friday evening, while the Michelle Obama Library invites teens for a screening of the Studio Ghibli film “Howl’s Moving Castle” Wednesday evening.
For a participatory artful evening, Open Mic LB will be at WE Labs Friday night into early morning, and Bel Canto Books invites COVID-tested and mask-wearing residents to make zines in support of Palestine Sunday evening.
Friday 1/26
Sports Courts Groundbreaking: Noon to 1 p.m. The City of Long Beach will commemorate the groundbreaking of soon-to-be constructed recreation courts at 2630 E. Ocean Blvd. Free.
World Cinema Film Series: 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to a screening of the Kenyan documentary “Mully” at the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway). Free.
Black but Queer: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This support group at the LGBTQ Center of Long Beach (2017 E. Fourth Street) is a safe place for Black queer and gay men to share their experiences with each other. Free.
Saturday 1/27
Festival of Human Abilities: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Aquarium of the Pacific (100 Aquarium Way) is hosting its 21st annual Festival of Human Abilities, celebrating the creative talents of people with disabilities with various performances, resource booths and an award ceremony. Ticket prices vary and can be purchased on the Aquarium’s website.
Grocery Giveaway: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Grace Memorial Baptist Church hosts this food distribution every second and fourth Saturday of the month at 1021 E 19th St. Attendees are asked to bring their own cart or bags to carry items. Free.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) & E-Waste Collection: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited to dispose of their electronic waste and household hazardous waste materials at EDCO (2755 California Ave.). For a full list of items that are being accepted go to longbeach.gov/lbrecycles. Free.
Meet Your Congressmember: 11 a.m. to noon. Constituents are invited to meet their Congressmember, Nanette Barragan, at 3733 Rose Ave. Free.
Food Talk: 11 a.m. Food writer Farley Elliot will hold a short lecture and discussion about food reporting vs. food criticism at Kitchen Lingo (2116 E Fourth St.). Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on the Kitchen Lingo website.
Gender Affirming Closet: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The LGBTQ Center of Long Beach (2017 E. Fourth Street) invites people to take advantage of its gender-affirming clothing supply closet. Individuals can grab free gently-used clothing that aligns with their gender identity. Clothing will be available for ages 13 and up. Free.
Open Mic: 6 p.m. to midnight. Open Mic LB invites local creatives to share their work at WE Labs (235 E Broadway Suite 800). Set time will last between 5 to 10 minutes. Participation costs $5 per person.
Mozart Concert: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Music Angelica will delight audiences with music from the legendary composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in celebration of his birthday at the Beverly O’Neill Theater (300 East Ocean Blvd.). Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online.
Sunday 1/28
Live Music: 2 p.m. Los So-Lows, The Intuitions and Mike Alvarez will be playing at Alex’s Bar (2913 E Anaheim St.). This show is for those 21 and older. Tickets can be purchased for $19.32 on dice.fm.
Live Latin Music Concert: 3 p.m. Grammy-winning guitarist Twanguero will be playing at the Music at the Point concert series at Grace First Presbyterian Church (3955 N Studebaker Road). The concert is free, but a $10 donation is encouraged.
Brass Concert: 4 p.m. The Southern California Brass Consortium is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a concert at the Los Altos United Methodist Church (5950 E Willow St.). Tickets are $30 for general admission, $25 for seniors and $10 for students.
Picturing Palestine: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. During this family-friendly event at Bel Canto Books (3976 Atlantic Ave.), participants will make zines in support of Gaza and Palestine. Masks and COVID-19 rapid-tests are required the day of the event. Space is limited. To register, visit http://tinyurl.com/picpalpp. Free.
Monday 1/29
Mobile Recess Program: 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Kids between the ages of 5 and 14 are invited to participate in sports and arts and crafts activities in a safe environment during this City-run after-school program at Rose Park (Eighth Street & Orizaba Avenue). Free.
Alamitos Bay Water Quality Virtual Community Meeting: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The City of Long Beach is hosting this online meeting to update the public on recent efforts to improve the water quality of Alamitos Bay. To register for this online event, visit the City’s website. Free.
Tuesday 1/30
Cuentos y Cantos Bilingual Storytime: Noon to 1 p.m. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to bring young children to read, talk, sing and play in English and Spanish at the Brewitt Neighborhood Library (4036 E Anaheim St.) This event is appropriate for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Free.
Know Your Rights: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. During this workshop at the LGBTQ Center of Long Beach (2017 E. Fourth Street), participants will learn about renters rights and what to do if served with an eviction notice. Free.
Brewery Fundraiser: 6 p.m. Ten Mile Brewing (1136 E Willow St.) will be donating half of its proceeds to the Lydia House, a local homeless shelter. Free to attend.
Community Budget Meeting: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The City of Long Beach invites residents to the Recreation Park Community Center (4900 E Seventh St.) to give their input on the City’s upcoming fiscal year budget. Free.
Wednesday 1/31
Virtual Community Budget Meeting: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The City of Long Beach invites residents to join a Zoom meeting to give their input on the City’s upcoming fiscal year budget. Register for this online event through the City’s website. Free.
Teen Movie Screening: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Teens and tweens are invited to the Michelle Obama Library (5870 Atlantic Ave.) for a screening of the Studio Ghibli film “Howl’s Moving Castle.” Free.
Thursday 2/1
Preschool Without Walls: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The nonprofit Preschool Without Walls holds educational events that prepare parents and their children to begin school. During this event at the Burnett Neighborhood Library (560 E Hill St.), children will play and learn together while parents receive helpful information to prepare them to enroll their child and support them in school. This event is geared towards families with children ages 5 and younger. Free.
Lego Club: 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. School-aged children 6 years old and up are invited to build with Legos at the Los Altos Neighborhood Library (5614 Britton Dr.). Legos will be provided. Free.
English Conversation Club: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. English language learners are invited to practice English conversations together at the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway). This is an informal gathering and a safe space for anyone trying to learn English. Free.
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