Whether you’re looking to sip sake, adopt a pet or practice your dance moves, this week offers something for every interest and age group.
Families and residents of all ages can enjoy a massive car show in Belmont Shore, karaoke in Spanish at a neighborhood library and line dancing at a local shopping complex.
As the week rolls on, local museums will be hosting discussions on art, dance classes and garden workshops. Libraries will continue to host enriching programs for toddlers, families, and teens. Meanwhile the 21+ crowd can enjoy a drag performance onboard the Queen Mary or a sake-centric celebration at Rancho Los Cerritos.
For both residents planning ahead and those looking for something spontaneous, these events invite community members to connect, create and celebrate with each other.
Friday 9/5
Pet Adoption Event: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find a new furry friend at this all-day pet adoption event by Long Beach Animal Care Services (7700 Spring St.). The extended hours make it easier to stop by after work. Adoption fees will be waived.
Back to School Toddler Storytime: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Bring little ones between the ages of 9 months and 3 years to Dana Neighborhood Library (3680 Atlantic Ave.) for a morning of stories, songs and arts & crafts. No registration required. Free.
Art Chat: Noon to 2 p.m. Drop by the Long Beach Museum of Art (2300 E Ocean Blvd.) for a casual discussion where docents lead thoughtful conversations on current exhibitions. No registration required. General admission to the museum is $15.
Saturday 9/6
LB Sake Day: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Celebrate World Sake Day with tastings of craft sake from Japan and local brewers, plus Japanese bites and festivities at Rancho Los Cerritos (4600 N. Virginia Road). This event is for those 21 and older. General admission tickets cost $65.19.
Teen Lit League: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Teens are invited to the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway) for this summer Book-to-Movie Series. This month attendees will be reading, watching and discussing “Twilight.” Free.
From Seed to Cup with Wrigley Coffee: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visit Harte Neighborhood Library (1595 W. Willow St.) for a discussion led by local business Wrigley Coffee. Learn how and where they source their beans, pick up educational handouts, and ask coffee-related questions. Register on the City’s online event calendar. Free.
Sunday 9/7
Tacos n’ Beer 5K: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Join the local community for this oceanfront 5K at Marina Green Park (500 E. Shoreline Drive). Participants will run or walk a flat, scenic out-and-back course along the beach before enjoying a post-race party with tacos, beer, live music and entertainment. All ages are welcome. Strollers are allowed. Registration is $64.99 plus fees and includes a medal, T-shirt, chip timing and more.
Corner Garden Workshop: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Celebrate three years of morning art workshops in the Museum of Latin American Art’s garden (628 Alamitos Ave.) with teaching artist Maria Guadalupe. During this special session attendees will work with Amate paper and chalk pastels. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and costs $5 on the museum’s website.
Belmont Shore Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public is invited to the 34th Annual Belmont Shore Car Show on 2nd Street (from Livingston Street to Bay Shore Avenue). This event will feature nearly 800 classic cars, custom builds, vendors, a street fair and local shops to explore. All ages are welcome. Free admission.
Monday 9/8
An Evening of Health, Wellness & Community: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Join hosts Jada Ford and Dorothea McGuire of The Lovesick Podcast for an evening of conversation about health, healing and empowerment at Bay Shore Neighborhood Library (195 Bay Shore Ave.). This event is open to adults ages 18 and up. No registration required. Free.
Queens on the Queen: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Step aboard the iconic Queen Mary (1126 Queens Hwy.) for an evening of drag performances hosted in the art deco Queens Salon. General admission tickets can be purchased for $42.40 online.
40th Anniversary Screening: 7:30 p.m. The Art Theatre of Long Beach presents Akira Kurosawa’s 1985 epic “Ran,” newly restored in 4K for its 40th anniversary. Set in medieval Japan, the film follows a warlord whose retirement sparks a tragic power struggle among his sons. This film is rated R and has a run time of 160 min. General admission tickets cost $15.
Tuesday 9/9
Toddler Storytime: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring toddlers ages 1 to 3 to Harte Neighborhood Library (1595 W. Willow St.) to enjoy books, songs, scarves, bubbles and more. This storytime is designed to support early literacy and preschool readiness. A 20-minute stay-and-play session will be held afterward. No registration required. Free.
Family Crafternoon: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Bring the family to make crafts together at Harte Neighborhood Library (1595 W. Willow St.). Each session features a new project. No registration required. Free.
Wednesday 9/10
Line Dance Night: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Step and slide to Western, R&B and pop hits at 2ND & PCH (6400 Pacific Coast Hwy.). All ages welcome. No partner needed. Free.
Move, Groove, and Connect Through Dance: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Practice bachata at the Museum of Latin American Art (628 Alamitos Ave.) during this class led by professional instructors from Cielo Dance Events. This event invites beginners and experienced dancers alike to learn new moves, stay active and connect. Come solo or with a partner. Space is limited. Registration through the museum’s website is encouraged. Admission is $20.
Thursday 9/11
Bird Walk: 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Birders and those curious about bird-watching can explore the species in Ranchos Los Cerritos’ garden (4600 N. Virginia Road) on the second Thursday of each month. During this guided walk, staff will be present to answer bird and nature-related questions. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and meet in the parking lot at 8 a.m. This event will be cancelled if it rains. Register on the rancho’s website. Free.
Crochet with Me: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Teens are invited to the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library (5870 Atlantic Ave.) for a hands-on crochet workshop. All skill levels are welcome. Basic instruction and materials will be provided. Free.
Karaoke en Español: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Latin Culture at Brewitt Neighborhood Library (4036 E. Anaheim St.) with a lively Spanish-language karaoke session. Pick a song and take the mic. All ages welcome. Free.
Mini Documentary Screening: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Head to the Long Beach Art Theatre (2025 E Fourth St.) for a screening of “Primal Alchemy: Cooking What Nature Provides,” a new short documentary spotlighting sustainability in the event space. The evening includes a cocktail reception, filmmaker panel, screening and Q&A with Primal Alchemy and community leaders. Tickets are available for $5 on Primal Alchemy’s website.
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i would like to see more food bank events. i saw one a few weeks ago and it was really helpful