TAKE A HIKE
What Nature walk
Who Led by Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, Oct. 1 from 8am to 10am
Where Los Cerritos Wetlands, the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 1st Street
More Info Ecologists will lead a nature walk that includes raptors, red-tailed hawks, ospreys and more. The walk is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. Email Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org.
HIT THE STREETS
What Open-streets festival
Who Presented by the City of Long Beach and the Go Human campaign
When Saturday, Oct. 1 from 10am to 4pm
Where The streets alongside Artesia Boulevard and Myrtle Avenue
More Info Segments of streets alongside Artesia and Myrtle will be closed to vehicular traffic during the festival. Residents and visitors will be able to walk, bike, skate and roll during the event. The festival will include live music, activities, food, crafts, giveaways and more. Email Steve at steve@the2020network.com.
MEASURING UP
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the American Association of University Women
When Saturday, Oct. 1 at 10:15am
Where Los Altos Branch Library, 5614 Britton Dr.
More Info Nancy Mahr, member of the league, will review ballot measures 51 through 67 at the meeting. RSVP by calling Lee Tsao at (562) 805-0672.
A HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
What Creation station event
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos
When Saturday, Oct. 1 from 1pm to 4pm
Where Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info The rancho’s craft program will kick off its 2016-17 season on Oct. 1. The creation stations take place the first Saturday of every month. Elementary-aged kids will get the opportunity to create arts-and-crafts projects centered around a monthly theme. Visit rancholoscerritos.org.
BEYOND THE FOURTH WALL
What Art exhibit
Who Presented by the Long Beach Playhouse Gallery
When Monday, Oct. 3 through Wednesday, Nov. 30 from 9am to 5pm
Where 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info The exhibit will feature the works of artist Paula A. Prager. Email papscorp@aol.com.
ON THE GREEN
What 6th Annual Golf Tournament Fore Hope
Who Hosted by the New Hope Grief Support Community organization
When Monday, Oct 3 at 1pm (tee time)
Where Recreation Park Golf Course 18, 5001 Deukmejian Dr.
More Info The tournament will include 18 holes of golf, range balls, putting contest and refreshments throughout the course. Individual tickets are $150. There will also be a raffle and silent auction. Proceeds will go toward New Hope and its efforts to assist grieving people through healing and support efforts. Visit newhopegrief.org.
THE NEXT SUPPER
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Supper Club
When Monday, Oct. 3 at 6:30pm
Where Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info For reservations, email supperclub@bixbyknollsinfo.com and provide the number of people in the party.
IN THE AIR
What Port community workshops
Who Hosted by the Port of Long Beach
When Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 9am to 11am (Nonprofit Partnership); Saturday, Oct. 8 from 9am to 11am (Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library)
Where The Nonprofit Partnership, O-1, 4900 E. Conant St. (Oct. 4); Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. (Oct. 8)
More Info The Port of Long Beach will host four public workshops to discuss funding priorities for a new $46.4-million program to lessen the impacts of port-related pollution on the community. Potential grant applicants and others are invited to attend. Email webmaster@polb.com.
GETTING GREEN
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Sierra Club
When Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 7:30pm
Where Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 E. Willow St.
More Info Guest speaker Neil Uelman, co-chair of the California Native Plant Society, will talk about his nonprofit organization and the flora in the area. Visit sierraclub.org.
FINDING FRIENDS
What Community meeting
Who Hosted by the Friends of Belmont Shore
When Thursday, Oct. 6 at 6pm
Where St. Bartholomew Church meeting hall, 5100 E. Broadway at Granada
More Info The meeting will include Friends of Belmont Shore members and residents, business owners and property owners. The event will allow attendees to share ideas, concerns and solutions for the homeless issue in the Belmont Shore area. Visit shorefriends.org.
AN ARRESTING EVENT?
What Coffee with a Cop event
Who Presented by the Signal Hill Police Department
When Friday, Oct. 7 from 8am to 10am
Where Signal Hill Police Department, 2745 Walnut Ave.
More Info The community event will feature informal and formal discussion with local police officers. Attendees are welcome to ask questions about the neighborhood and share any concerns. Hot beverages will be available for free. Visit nixle.com and type ZIP code “90755.”
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, Oct. 8 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The topic for the meeting will be “What We’ve Learned About Book Marketing.” Jennifer Jordan and Allene Symons, who have both recently published books, will be guest speakers. Email info@calwriterslongbeach.org.
LAUGH A LITTLE, LAUGH A LOT
What Comedy event
Who Presented by the DST — Long Beach Alumnae Chapter
When Saturday, Oct. 8; door opens at 6pm; show starts at 7pm
Where Christ Second Baptist Church, 1471 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
More Info Professional comedians from BET, HBO, STARZ and Comedy Central will be present. $20 admits two people into the event. Tickets are available at deltacliquetix.eventbrite.com.
BRUNCH AND BREAKFAST
What Fundraiser benefit event
Who Hosted by the Autism Hope Alliance
When Sunday, Oct. 9 from 10am to 12:30pm
Where The Art Theater, 2025 E. 4th St.
More Info Attendees will get the chance to walk the red carpet, eat a brunch meal catered by Lola’s Mexican Cuisines and watch a screening of the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Proceeds will go toward families in the autism community. Pre-sale tickets are $60 and $70 at the door. Email Susie at susie@autismhopealliance.org.
VALUING VOLUNTEERS
What 45th Birthday Celebration event
Who Presented by Meals on Wheels of Long Beach
When Monday, Oct. 10 from 6pm to 9pm
Where The Red Leprechaun Restaurant, 4000 E. Anaheim St.
More Info Meals on Wheels of Long Beach is celebrating its “original volunteers” for 45 years of service to the community. The event will include craft beer, wine tasting and appetizers. Tickets are $40 per person. Visit mowlb.org to purchase tickets.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN
What 2nd Annual Family Health Festival
Who Hosted by the nonprofit Agape Children’s Museum (ACM)
When Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10am to 4pm
Where 3060 Long Beach Blvd., on the northeast corner of Long Beach Boulevard and Spring Street
More Info The admission-free event is in support of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The festival seeks to connect individuals and families with organizations that support healthy choices. Exhibitors will be on-site to showcase products and services. There will also be live entertainment and food available for purchase. Email Sue at salebbad@gmail.com or call (480) 241-4681.
What Home tour
Who Presented by the CSULB University Art Museum
When Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10:30am to 5pm
Where University Art Museum, 1250 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The Long Beach Mid-Century Modern Home Tour will explore two Edward Killingsworth homes and the Brady & Smith architecture offices. Tickets and event packages are available at lbmodernhometourcom.
What Pour on 4th event
Who Presented by Retro Row
When Saturday, Oct. 15 from 2pm to 6pm
Where Participating businesses on 4th Street
More Info A variety of 4th-Street businesses will offer sales and specials. The event will include food, wine, beer and live music throughout Retro Row. Tickets are $25 general admission and $35 at the event. All tickets include a wristband and sampling glass per person for free tastings. Visit eventbrite.com and search “Pour on 4th.”
What Casino night
Who Hosted by Static Salon
When Saturday, Oct. 15 from 6:30pm to 10pm
Where Static Salon, 2310 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The casino night will benefit the WomenShelter of Long Beach, and all proceeds will support the organization’s victim-service programs. Raffle prizes, food and beverages will be offered. The event will offer a “$20 for $100 of play money” deal. Register by visiting staticsalonandspa.com or calling (562) 430-5100.
BRING THE KIDS!
What Family festival and car show
Who Presented by Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach
When Sunday, Nov. 6 from 11am to 2pm
Where Long Beach Memorial Med Center, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The free festival will a include a car show, live music, food, raffles, giveaways and activities for kids. Resources related to diabetes care will be provided during the event. Call (562) 933-5043.
