GOLDEN YEARS
What Senior activities
Who Presented by the 8th District Senior Advisory Committee and Councilmember Al Austin
When All of March on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 2pm
Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The free program offers recreational activities for seniors. Yoga and tai chi classes are featured every week, as well as guest speakers, games and crafts. A free lunch is also provided. Email district8@longbeach.gov or call (562) 570-6685.
RISE, SHINE AND GET INFORMED
What “Coffee and conversation” event
Who Presented by 70th District Assemblymember Patrick O’Donnell
When Saturday, March 5 from 9am to 10:30am
Where Boathouse on the Bay, 190 N. Marina Dr.
More Info O’Donnell, 3rd District Long Beach Councilmember Suzie Price and School Board Member Jon Meyer will convene in an education-focused discussion. All community members are welcome. RSVP by calling (562) 429-0470. Visit asmdc.org/jm .
BUNGALOW BUILDER
What Closing of the Miner Smith exhibition
Who Hosted by Cal Bungalow, a real-estate company that specializes in bungalows, and presented by the Historical Society of Long Beach
When Friday, March 4 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Where 4260 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The event will be the last day of the Miner Smith exhibition. Smith was a 1920s artisan bungalow builder in Long Beach. There will be a celebration with craft beers and light appetizers. The cost to attend is $10 and benefits the Historical Society of Long Beach. Email Julie at julieb@hslb.org .
LADIES NIGHT
What First Fridays Women’s History Month
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Friday, March 4 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave. and along the avenue
More Info The First Fridays Art Walk will feature its 2nd annual Women’s History Month celebration. The event will include music and art to honor female role models. Visit firstfridayslongbeach.com .
GET OUT!
What Nature walk
Who Led by Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, March 5 at 8am
Where The intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 1st Street at the border of Long Beach and Seal Beach
More Info The walk will educate attendees about the Tongva Native Americans and how they made use of natural resources. Participants will learn about the lives, homes and food sources of the Tongvas. The hike last about two hours. This walk is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. RSVP by emailing Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org .
HIGHER EDUCATION
What Monthly meeting
Who American Association of University Women (AAUW) Long Beach Branch meeting
When Saturday, March 5 at 9am
Where Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave.
More Info Jane Close Conoley, president of California State University Long Beach, will be the featured speaker for the meeting. AAUW membership is open to those with an AA degree or higher. Visit aauw-longbeach.org .
CULTURE VULTURES
What Cultural Conversations discussion
Who Presented by 8th District Long Beach and the Cultural Conversations program
When Saturday, March 5 and Saturday, March 19 from 3pm to 4:30pm
Where North Neighborhood Library, 5571 Orange Ave.
More Info Cultural Conversations highlights different countries and cultures each month. The upcoming schedule will feature Mexico and Central America. Call Shiloh Moore at (562) 570-1047.
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
What The Mustang Run 5K
Who Hosted by Rogers Middle School
When Sunday, March 6 at 8:30am
Where Marine Stadium Park, 5255 Paoli Way
More Info The run is a fundraising event that will benefit the Rogers Middle School PTA program. The race’s theme is “Racing for Technology.” The event will include live music, prizes and food. People of all ages may participate, and registration prices begin at $40. Visit eventbrite.com and search for “Rogers Mustang Run 5k.”
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What Screening of the food documentary Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story
Who Hosted by The Art Theatre of Long Beach
When Sunday, March 6 at 11am
Where The Art Theatre of Long Beach, 2025 E. 4th St.
More Info Dine LBC is procuring the license to screen the film. Popcorn and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Attendees are encouraged to bring a bowl and a cup. Proceeds will be donated to the nonprofit Food Finders. Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com by searching “Just Eat It screening.”
THE NEXT SUPPER
What Supper club meeting
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Monday, March 7 at 6:30pm
Where Patricia’s Mexican Restaurant, 3626 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The monthly program will serves as a “meet and greet” for those interested in joining the club or meeting people in the community. RSVP is required. Seating is limited to 50. Email supperclub@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR
What Monthly breakfast meeting
Who The Good Neighbors of North Long Beach
When Tuesday, March 8 at 7am
Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.
More Info The guest speaker at the breakfast meeting will be Tasha Hunter, director of the Uptown Business Improvement District. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com .
DEBATE IN EIGHT
What 8th District City Council candidate forum
Who Sponsored by the Los Cerritos Neighborhood Association (LCNA)
When Wednesday, March 9 at 7pm
Where Petroleum Club, 3636 Linden Ave.
More Info The LCNA board will select questions for the moderator, LCNA President Bob Gill. Audience questions will not be accepted, but those interested may submit questions by March 5 to info@LosCerritosNA.org .
CRACK A BOOK
What Literary discussion
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, March 9 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The literary discussion will explore two shorter works by Herman Melville: Bartleby the Scrivener and Benito Cereno. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the books beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Call the Bixby Knolls Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081.
BACK TO SCHOOL
What Principal for a Day event
Who Sponsored by the Long Beach Unified School District
When Thursday, March 10 from 8am to 1pm
Where School of choice (first come, first served)
More Info The event brings community members to the Long Beach school district and allows them to play the role of principal. Participants will be able to interact with students, teachers, parents and administrators through classroom visits, meetings, testing and playground supervision. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com .
READ MY LIPS
What Guest speaker
Who Hosted by the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Thursday, March 10 at 6:30pm
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Olivia Ave.
More Info The guest speaker will be Gretchen Swanson, fall-prevention advisor for the nonprofit Heart of Ida. She will discuss fall-prevention efforts that are available in Long Beach and Heart of Ida. No reservations are necessary, and admission is free. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org .
CLEAN SWEEP
What Community cleanup event
Who Hosted by the City of Signal Hill
When Saturday, March 12 from 9am to 11am
Where 2475 Cherry Ave.
More Info The volunteer event will include the cleanup of the Crescent Heights Historic District. The City will provide gloves and trash bags. Those that are interested in volunteering may call (562) 989-7340.
MEET AND EAT
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Republican Women Federated
When Saturday, March 12 at 9:30am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe will be the featured speaker for the meeting. RSVP is required. Email LBRWF@gmail.com or call (562) 493-4125 and leave a message. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for guests. All are welcome, and breakfast is included.
HIT THE STREETS
What 7th Annual Saints Run 5K
Who Hosted by St. Anthony High School
When Saturday, March 12 at 8am
Where Long Beach’s Shoreline Aquatic Park, Aquarium Way
More Info The community run is expected to draw 1,000 participants, and the proceeds will go toward St. Anthony High School’s financial-aid and scholarship program. All entrants will receive a Saints Run T-shirt, discount coupons from local vendors and treats at the finish. Pre-registration is available online now at LongBeachSaints.org . Pre-registration is $15 for participants 18 and younger and $30 for participants 19 and older. On race day, starting at 7am, registration will be $25 for participants 18 and younger and $40 for participants 19 and older. In-person pre-registration, as well as pre-race packet pick-up, will be at Sports Authority, 4950 Faculty Ave. Visit longbeachsaints.org .
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, March 12 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The topic will feature one of the writers club’s branch founders, Allene Symons. She will discuss her book Aldous Huxley’s Hands: His Quest for Perception and the Origin and Return of Psychedelic Science. Email info@calwriterslongbeach.org .
COME TOGETHER
What Alzheimer’s support meeting
Who Presented by the Alzheimer’s Support Group and Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles
When Thursday, March 17 from 10:30am to noon
Where Faith Presbyterian Church, 500 E. San Antonio Dr.
More Info The event seeks to form a support group for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other illnesses. To make a reservation, call (562) 427 8048 or (562) 427 8048. Email dostee245@gmail.com .
WALK, SKATE, BIKE BUT DON’T DRIVE
What Beach Streets event
Who Presented by the City of Long Beach
When Saturday, March 19 from 10am to 5pm
Where The downtown route will include Broadway Corridor, Pine Ave., East Village Arts District and 4th Street Retro Row
More Info The Beach Streets event opens streets up for walking, bicycling and socializing by temporarily closing roads to automobile traffic. A block party, concerts, a community festival, kid zones, food tasting and bands playing on restaurant patios are just some of the entertainment and activities planned for that day. Email beachstreets@longbeach.gov .
