LEARN AND PLAY
What Vacation Bible school
Who Hosted by the California Heights United Methodist Church
When Monday, July 6 through Friday, July 10 from 9am to noon
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info The school offers children from pre-school through the 5th grade the chance to meet new friends, do crafts, play games, sing songs, hear stories and more. The cost is $10. Call (562) 595-1996 or visit calheightssumc.org/news .
MEET AND EAT
What Supper Club
Who Hosted by Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Monday, July 6 at 6:30pm
Where Weiland Brewery Restaurant, 4354 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The monthly program supports local eateries on Monday nights, which are typically slow. They gather to meet, eat and support the local economy. RSVPs are required at supperclub@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
WILLING AND ABLE
What Peer counseling and “steppingstones to employment” training
Who Hosted by Disabled Resources Center Inc.
When Tuesday, July 7 from 1:30pm to 3pm
Where 2750 E. Spring St., Suite #100
More Info The training will focus on interpersonal communication skills, disability etiquette, conflict resolution and can be used in a variety of work, volunteer and personal applications. A certificate will be awarded upon completion. Call Andrew Swinton, peer support and independent living skills coordinator, at (562) 427-1000 Ext. 23 or visit drcinc.org .
MAKING ENGLISH TEACHERS PROUD
What Literary Society Book Club meeting
Who Hosted by Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Wednesday, July 8 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The event will discuss the Gustave Flaubert novel Madame Bovary. The public is welcome to attend and encouraged to read the book beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Call the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081 or emailinfo@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
HELP WITH HEARING
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by Hearing Loss Association of America, Long Beach and Lakewood Chapter
When Thursday, July 9 at 6:30pm
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Olivia Ave.
More Info Robbin Hill, managing court reporter of the Los Angeles Superior Court, will be the guest speaker and will discuss and explain the procedures and services available in the courtroom for those with hearing loss. No reservations are necessary, and admission is free. All meetings will be captioned with CART (Communication Access Real-time Translation), assistive listening devices and the hearing-induction loop. Light refreshments will be served.
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What Bike-skills classes
Who Sponsored by Metro LA and LA County Bicycle Coalition
When Saturday, July 11 from 9am to 1pm
Where 9th District Council office, 6509 Gundry Ave.
More Info Long Beach residents Kellie and David Morris will teach free basic and advanced bicycle classes throughout the summer. Participants must register beforehand at la-bike.org/bicyclesafetyclasses . Call Kellie at (626) 482-9525.
SAFETY FIRST
What Safety event
Who Hosted by 3rd District Councilmember Suzie Price
When Saturday, July 11 from noon to 3pm
Where Recreation Park Community Center, 4900 E. 7th St.
More Info The event will allow residents to gather first-hand knowledge from industry professionals about how to keep themselves and their families safe from property-related crimes and identity theft. Topics will include crime trends, identity, fraud protection, Internet banking safety, car-seat safety and how to choose quality door locks and DIY security cameras. The Long Beach Police Officers Association and Price will provide lunch. Various information booths will be available as resources for residents. Visit SuzieAprice.com .
WRITE RIGHT
What Free writers meeting
Who Presented by California Writer’s Club of Long Beach
When Saturday, July 11 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Long Beach Los Altos Branch Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr.
More Info The topic of the meeting will be “The Perfect [Elevator] Pitch” and will feature married couple Larry K. and Lorna Collins, authors whose latest novel was a finalist in Epic’s eBook Awards contest. The goal of the meeting is to educate writers of all abilities in the craft of writing and marketing their work. Visit calwriterslongbeach.org .
FA-LA-LAAAA
What Cantor’s concert
Who Temple Beth Shalom
When Sunday, July 12 VIP reception at 3:30pm and concert at 5pm
Where Temple Beth Shalom, 3635 Elm Ave.
More Info The community is invited to listen to the cantors and cantorial soloists sing Broadway show tunes. For tickets call (562) 426-6413 or visit tbslb.org .
BEAT THE HEAT
What Drive-in movie nights
Who Hosted by Long Beach Summer Recreation Program
When Tuesday, July 14 7:30pm- open swim; 8:30pm- movie begins
Where Liberal Arts Campus Pool, Long Beach City College, 4901 E. Carson St.
More Info Beat the summer heat by swimming in LBCC’s pool, followed by a showing of Despicable Me. Cost is $3 per person for swimming, but free to sit in the stands.
A HOLE IN ONE
What Youth Center golf tournament
Who Hosted by the Youth Center in Los Alamitos
When Wednesday, July 15 at 1pm
Where Seal Beach Navy Golf Course, 5660 Orangewood Ave., Cypress
More Info Children ages 9 to 19 are encouraged to play alongside adults. All funds from the tournament will go to support the Youth Center in Los Alamitos. Prizes will be awarded in various contests. Players will receive a box lunch during the day and a buffet style dinner will be served in the evening. For sponsorships call Lina Lumme at the Youth Center at (562) 493-4043.
COPS ON TOP
What Law-enforcement appreciation night
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Scottish Rite
When Thursday, July 16 at 5:30pm
Where Long Beach Scottish Rite, 855 Elm Ave.
More Info The event will honor Officer Jeremy Boshnack from the LBPD and Officer Delia Martinez from the SHPD. There will be a social hour from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, followed by a sit-down dinner and entertainment. The final part of the evening will consist of presenting the awards to the recipients. The event is free for all who would like to attend. Contact Elizabeth Dunn at the Long Beach Scottish Rite at (562) 436-3983.
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
When Sunday, July 19 at 1pm
Where Los Altos United Methodist Church, 5950 E. Willow St.
More Info The meeting will discuss how to use labor union documents to find genealogical information. The meetings are free and open to the public. Contact Liz Myers at (562) 598-3027.
SHELL GAME?
What Turtle trek
Who Hosted by the Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, August 1 at 8am
Where Intersection of PCH and 1st Street
More Info Ecologists will lead a walk through salt marshes for a glimpse of endangered sea turtles that have taken up residence in a portion of the San Gabriel River. There is parking available. The hike is appropriate for ages seven and older. Pre-hike snacks will be provided by Whole Foods Market, Long Beach. RSVP by contacting Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org .
