MEET AND EAT
What 7th Annual Pizza Pig-Out
Who Hosted by the Wrigley Association
When Friday, June 10 from 6pm to 8pm
Where Holy Innocents School, 2500 Pacific Ave.
More Info A dozen pizzerias from across Long Beach will vie for the crown of “Best Pizza” in Long Beach at the annual event. A panel of judges, as well as the votes of 1000 expected attendees, will decide who serves Long Beach’s best crust, best toppings and is the most unique, along with many other awards. Admission is $5 and includes a vote and a tasting of a wide variety of Long Beach pizzas. Visit facebook.com/PizzaPigOut .
LEANING LEFT?
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Republican Women Federated
When Saturday, June 11 at 9:30am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info Larry Greenfield, publisher of the Journal of International Security Affairs, will speak on the topic of “Why Are Jews Still Liberal?” RSVP is required to LBRWF@gmail.com or call (562) 493-4125 and leave a message. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for guests and includes breakfast. All are welcome.
HOME IS Where THE HEART IS
What 3rd Annual Foster Care and Adoption Expo
Who Hosted by the LA County Department of Children and Family Services
When Saturday, June 11 from 11am to 1pm
Where Long Beach City College, 4901 E Carson St.
More Info The expo seeks to raise awareness about the need for foster and adoptive parents. The event will feature a panel of current foster and adoptive parents and resource providers. Lunch will be provided. To RSVP, call (888) 811-1121 or visit ShareYourHeartLA.org for more information.
JAZZ IT UP
What 5th Annual Uptown Jazz Festival
Who Presented by 9th District Councilmember Rex Richardson and Emissary Media Group
When Saturday, June 11 from noon to 8pm
Where Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Ave.
More Info The free community concert will feature music, food, vendor booths, a Kids Zone and more. The full lineup includes: DW3; Goapele; Boxcar 7; Sit Down, Servant!!; and Brownsuede. Call (562) 570-6137 or visit InsideDistrict9.com .
A PETTING PROJECT
What Outdoor performance
Who Presented by Long Beach Symphony
When Saturday, June 11 at 1pm (instrument petting zoo) and 2pm (performance)
Where Rainbow Harbor Nautilus Shell, The Pike at Rainbow Harbor, 330 S. Pine Ave.
More Info The instrument petting zoo will allow young patrons to touch and try out various orchestra instruments. Following the petting zoo, Long Beach Symphony Chamber Players will present Delvyn Case’s “Lighthouse Keeper: The Story of Abbey Burgess.” With five string players and narration, the work tells the story of a brave teenage girl who keeps the lighthouse lamps burning during a fierce “Noreaster” storm. The performance is part of the symphony’s Sounds & Spaces program, a series of free performances open to the public and designed to introduce them to live symphonic sound. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics and settle in. A free bike valet service will be provided. Visit longbeachsymphony.org .
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, June 11 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info Jill Amadio, an award-winning journalist, author, collaborator, ghostwriter and screenwriter, will be a guest speaker at the meeting. The topic is “Reaching Your Writing Goals.” Visit calwriterslongbeach.org .
HELP THEM HAVE A BALL
What 2016 Army Birthday Ball
Who Hosted by the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army in cooperation with Post # 283 of the American Legion
When Saturday, June 11 at 6pm
Where Queen Mary Grand Ballroom, 1126 Queens Hwy.
More Info “Give a Soldier a Night Off” is the theme for the annual Army Birthday Ball. The event is intended to give soldiers the opportunity to relax and have fun at a formal military gala to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 241st birthday, going back to June 14, 1775. A donation or sponsorship is requested. Purchase tickets or donate money by visiting ausaglac.info/army-ball-purchase-tickets-to-attend/ .
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What Kidical Mass bike ride
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Sunday, June 12 at 1pm
Where Meet at Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The biking event will feature a necktie theme in honor of Father’s Day, and participants are encouraged to wear one. Free ice cream will be available for everyone, and a DJ will also be playing music during the event. All ages are welcome. Bring a helmet. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
DIVERTING COURT
What Community meeting
Who Hosted by the LB Branch NAACP
When Sunday, June 12 at 3pm
Where Ernest McBride Park Community Center, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.
More Info Long Beach City Prosecutor Doug Haubert will address the NAACP members and the public about court-diversion programs. The meeting agenda will also include the Long Beach Mombasa Sister Cities Association 8th Annual Young Authors Showcase Peace through the People Creative Writing Program Recognition. Visit lbcanaacp.org .
THE NEXT SUPPER
What Supper Club meeting
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Supper Club
When Monday, June 13 at 6:30pm
Where West Bistro of Long Beach, 3900 Atlantic Ave.
More Info RSVP by emailing SupperClub@BixbyKnollsInfo.com by providing the number of people in the party and the preferred seating time.
LIKE GOOD NEIGHBORS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by the Good Neighbors of North Long Beach
When Tuesday, June 14 at 7am
Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.
More Info The guest speaker will be 8th District Councilmember Al Austin, who will talk about the City and 8th-district issues. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com .
POLITICAL PLAYERS
What Annual Long Beach Political Players Radio Show
Who Presented by the Long Beach Playhouse
When Wednesday, June 15 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info The event will feature a script, complete with sound effects, written by Gazettes Executive Director Harry Saltzgaver that will be performed by Long Beach Political Players, who include Al Austin, Stacy Mungo and Doug Haubert. Tickets are $85. Call (562) 494-1014 ext. 1 to purchase tickets. Email Andrew Vonderschmitt at andrew@lbplayhouse.org .
FOR THE ANIMALS
What Meet and greet
Who Hosted by the Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA)
When Thursday, June 16 from 6pm to 8pm
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info The free-to-attend animal-lovers mingle will include a taco and wine/beer bar, local vendors offering free dog-food samples, adoptable shelter pets, a presentation of FOLBA’s accomplishments over the past year and a musical presentation by the cast of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Visit folba.org .
BRING A BAG
What Free food distribution
Who Presented by 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
When Friday, June 17 at 9am
Where Ernest S. McBride, Sr. Park, 1550 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
More Info The free event ends when all food is disbursed. Attendees should bring their own bag. Call (562) 570-6816.
WALK, RUN OR ROLL
What Long Beach 5K/10K event
Who Presented by the nonprofit United States Veterans Initiative
When Saturday, June 18 at 8am
Where Granada Beach, 1 Granada Ave.
More Info The event will raise funds for veterans at the United Stated Veterans Initiative. The funds will also support veterans and their families at the Villages of Cabrillo. The event will also honor 4th District Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe. Participants can “walk, run or roll.” Awards will go to the top three overall male, female and wheelchair runners. Every race registration includes a free T-Shirt. Registration begins at $25 per person. Visit usvetsinc.org/longbeach to register or sponsor a veteran.
