FRESH-AIR FLICKS
What Free movies in the park
Who Hosted by the office of 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
Where Various local parks
When Beginning Wednesday, July 16, movies begin at dusk
More Info On Wednesday, July 16: The Lego Movie, Ernest S. McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. On Wednesday, July 23: Free Birds, Veterans Park, 101 E. 28th St. On Wednesday, Aug. 6: Smurfs 2, Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. On Wednesday, Aug. 20: Planes, MacArthur Park, 1321 E. Anaheim St.
WALKABOUT
What Downtown Long Beach walking tour
Who Hosted by Long Beach Heritage
Where Meet at the WPA Mural, Third Street and the Promenade
When Saturday, July 19 from 9am to 11:30am
More Info Tickets may be purchased for $10 through PayPal at lbheritage.org .
CASTLES IN THE SAND
What Sand-sculpture building workshop
Who Hosted by Rotaract Long Beach
Where Granada Beach, 4020 Olympic Plaza in Belmont Shore
When Saturday, July 19 from 10am to 2pm
More Info The free workshop is open to community members of all ages. Professional sand sculptor Kent Trollen will lead the workshop. Those interested are encouraged to bring their own sculpting tools, such as paint scrapers, trowels and toothbrushes. Email gssc@rotaraclb.org to RSVP.
FUN-RAISING
What Dinner fundraising event
Who Hosted by Meals on Wheels and Belmont Heights United Methodist Church
Where 317 Termino Ave.
When Saturday, July 19 from 5pm to 9pm
More Info The event will feature the music of Flamenco guitarist Guillermo Rios. Guests can enjoy food trucks, silent raffles and karaoke as well. Admission is free will be free, and donations are welcome.
TOUR DE LONG BEACH
What Bicycle tour of Long Beach community gardens and farms
Who Hosted by Empact Long Beach
Where Bicyclists will meet at the corner of 21st Street and Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.
When Sunday, July 20 at 9am
More Info The tour is free. Visit empactlb.com .
IT’S IN THE GENES
What Monthly meeting
Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
Where Resurrection Lutheran Church, Parrish Hall, 1900 E. Carson St.
When Sunday, July 20 at 1pm
More Info Visit qhgs.info or call (562) 598-3027.
PEDAL TO THE METAL
What Neighborhood bike ride
Who Hosted by Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
Where The event will start at Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
When Sunday, July 20 at 1pm
More Info All ages are welcome. Helmets are required by law for children under 18.
MEET AND GREET
What Meeting
Who Hosted by Wrigley Area Neighborhood Alliance
Where Veterans Park Social Hall, 101 E. 28th St.
When Monday, July 21 from 7pm to 9pm.
More Info Coffee, desserts and other refreshments will be provided. On-site child care provided at no charge with advance notice. Call Jim at (310) 351-8151 or email wrigleyalliance@gmail.com .
CLASSIC CAR CRUISIN’
What Annual car show and barbecue
Who Hosted by Performance Plus Tires
Where 3910 Cherry Ave.
When Friday, July 22 from 5pm to 9pm
More Info Awards will be given to the top five vehicles, and winners will be featured in next year’s Performance Plus Calendar. Competition is open to all modified vehicles including hot rods, originals, customs, muscle cars, low riders, and classic trucks. All proceeds will go to local charities.
SUMMER JAMS
What Concert in the park
Who Hosted by the City of Signal Hill
Where Signal Hill Park, 2175 Cherry Ave.
When Wednesday, July 23 at 5:30pm
More Info Residents are encouraged to bring seating and some cash to enjoy the concert, which will honor the City’s 90th anniversary. Contact the Community Services Department at cityofsignalhill.org or (562) 989-7330.
PET PALS MEET-UP
What Annual meeting
Who Friends of Long Beach Animals
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
When Wednesday, July 23 at 6:30pm
More Info The Friends of Long Beach Animals will celebrate their 25th anniversary, and the Coast Guard dogs will perform a demonstration.
LISTEN OVER LUNCH
What Luncheon with John Goya, Republican candidate for District 70 of the California State Assembly
Who Hosted by Long Beach Lincoln Club
Where 6201 Appian Way
When Thursday, July 24 at noon
More Info Cost is $35 and RSVP is required to dkla1@verizon.net or call (562) 439-9390.
ONE MAN’S TRASH
What Rummage sale
Who Proceeds benefit Rising TIDE at Marguerite Kiefer Education Center
Where Covenant Presbyterian Church, 607 E. Third St.
When Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26 from 8am to 4pm
More Info Donations of clean and usable clothing, toys and household items will be accepted. Individuals wanting to purchase their own sale space can pre-register by calling (562) 437-0958 for $20.
