CLEARING THE AIR
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Friends of Belmont Shore
When Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6pm
Where St. Bartholomew Church Meeting Hall, 5100 Broadway
More Info Charles Parkin, Long Beach City attorney, will discuss what the recent passage of ballot measures that approve the sale of marijuana means for Long Beach. Third District Councilmember Suzie Price will also discuss the use of revenue created from marijuana sales. A Q&A will follow afterward. Visit shorefriends.org.
IT’S AN HONOR
What Dinner and awards presentation
Who Presented by the Long Beach Branch NAACP
When Friday, Dec. 2 at 6:30pm
Where The Hilton Long Beach, 701 W. Ocean Blvd.
More Info The event will honor NAACP affiliates and those closely involved with the Long Beach community. Non-member tickets are $125, and member tickets are $100. RSVP by emailing mnaacp@gmail.com or calling (562) 856-7586.
COME OUT OF YOUR SHELL
What Turtle trek
Who Led by Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, Dec. 3 at 8am
Where Meet at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 1st Street
More Info The walk will feature creatures such as hawks, owls, rabbits and frogs, who are living in the habitat. Ecologists will lead a walk through salt marshes for a glimpse of endangered Pacific Green Sea Turtles. The hike is appropriate for those ages 7 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. Email Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org to RSVP.
HISPANIC HERITAGE
What Awards night
Who Hosted by the nonprofit Centro CHA
When Thursday, Dec. 8 from 6pm to 9pm
Where The Grand Long Beach, 4101 E. Willow St.
More Info The awards night will recognize notable businesses and individuals for Hispanic Heritage Month. The event will feature music, food and special guests. RSVP deadline is Dec. 2. Cost is $100 per person. Email Susan at susan@centrocha.org.
NOW HEAR THIS
What Hands-on demonstration
Who Presented by the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Friday, Dec. 9 from 10am to noon
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Olivia Ave.
More Info The demonstration will feature information about free captioned phones and hearing aids. Attendees will be able to access and use the items. Call (562) 630-6141 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org.
FA-LA-LA-LA-LAAA
What Holiday concert
Who Presented by the Long Beach City College Performing Arts Department
When Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2pm
Where Long Beach City College Auditorium, Liberal Arts campus, Building J, 4901 E. Carson St.
More Info The performance will feature the Long Beach City College Symphony Orchestra and Scott Arakawa as a special guest conductor. Purchase tickets at lbcc.edu/performingarts or call (866) 811-4111.
POWER BREAKFAST
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Success Network
When Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 7:30am to 9am
Where The Corner Bakery, 6507 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
More Info Speaker Michael Almaraz, a neuro-linguistic programmer, will discuss the topic of “Hypnotic Marketing Secrets to Get More Sales.” Visit deeperstate.com.
