What Reclassification clinic
Who Centro C.H.A. Inc.
When Saturday, July 18 from 10am to noon
Where Centro C.H.A. Inc. Center For Working Families, 1900 Atlantic Ave., 2nd floor
More Info With Prop 47, individuals may be able to get non-violent felonies reclassified to misdemeanors, with some qualifying felonies being simple drug possession or shoplifting. The event will provide help with filling out the reclassification form and is free of charge. Visit MyProp47.com .
INFORM AND LEARN
What Youth summit
Who Eighth District Youth Ambassador Council
When Saturday, July 18 from 10am to 3pm
Where Expo Arts Center at 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The event will discuss the “Why’d You Stop Me?” policy. Questions, scenarios, role-playing, tools, ideas will be utilized and encouraged in order to support the presentation. Free lunch and prizes will be included. Only those age 13 and over can attend, with a written parent permission slip required for those under 18. Contact Heather Morrison at (562) 570-6685 or heather.morrison@longbeach.gov .
HUNT AND SUPPORT
What Third annual photo scavenger hunt
Who Long Beach Bar Foundation
When Saturday, July 18 from 11am to 1pm
Where Promenade Park in downtown Long Beach (First and Promenade)
More Info The event will raise funds for Shortstop, a juvenile crime diversion program. The hunt will begin at Promenade Park and venture through various parts of downtown Long Beach. Awards and lunch will be at Leo’s Mexican Restaurant, starting at 12:30pm, with awards being given for first through fourth place, and first place receiving a $400 prize. Contact Carolyn Bell at (562) 981-7525.
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.
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What Family-friendly bike ride, pool party
Who Kidical Mass cycling group
When Sunday, July 19 at 1pm
Where Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Kidical Mass is inviting those who participate in the ride to a pool party afterward in honor of one of its riders’ birthday. The party will have a DJ, all ages are welcome, and wristbands, and an address to the party can be picked up from Krista, Blair or Cait at the event. Children must me accompanied by an adult and have a wristband to go to the party. Visit bixbyknollsinfo.com .
WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS
What Art-gallery show
Who Veterans photography
When Friday, July 24 from 6pm to 9pm
Where Gina M. Woodruff Gallery, 5555 E. Stearns St. #203
More Info A gallery show is being hosted by veterans in Long Beach, with light refreshments and live music available. Donations go to Voluntary Services to support the Veterans Digital Photography Program. Call (562) 519-1614.
AN ’80S CULT CLASSIC
What Screening of the film Bagdad Cafe
Who Soroptimist International of Long Beach
When Friday, July 24 at 7pm
Where The Found Theatre, 599 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info The event will be a fundraiser for Meals and Wheels of Long Beach. Cost, which includes diner food and popcorn, is $20 for a reserved seat and $25 at the door. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Contact johnson.jaye@gmail.com .
ROCK OUT IN THE LOT
What Concert in the parking lot
Who Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Monday, July 27 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where 4245 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach 90807
More Info Concert featuring Afrobeat soul band, The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble. Free for all ages with local treats. Bringing a chair and a pair of dancing shoes is encouraged. Contact (562) 595-0081 or info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
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 .
GET OUT!
What 12th Annual National Night Out
Who Hosted by Signal Hill Police Department
When Tuesday, August 4 from 5pm to 8pm
Where Signal Hill Park, 2175 Cherry Ave.
More Info Night Out is a nationwide event that promotes crime prevention networks within the community and community partnerships. The event is free and anyone can attend. Activities include: a balloon artist, face painter, arts and crafts, train, bounce house, DJ, barbecue, free raffle and a tricycle race. Contact Lieutenant Ron Sagmit at (562) 989-7205 or at rsagmit@signalhillpd.org .
PAGE-TURNERS
What Literary discussion
Who Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info A discussion about the Memoirs of Hadrian, a re-imagining of Roman Emperor Hadrian’s boy- hood. The public is welcome, and drinks will be provided. Reading the book beforehand is encouraged. Call (562) 595-0081 or email info@bixbyknollsinfo. com .
