CALLING ALL BOOKWORMS
What Book sale
Who Hosted by the Friends of Signal Hill Library
When Friday, April 13 from 11am to 4pm
Where 1780 E. Hill St.
More Info Each shopper will receive a free raffle ticket. Call Cecilia Fidora at (562) 494-1013.
TO THE DOGS
What Spay and neuter event
Who Hosted by Long Beach 3rd District Councilmember Suzie Price and 4th District Councilmember Daryl Supernaw
When Saturday, April 14 from 7:30am to 3pm
Where Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1140 Ximeno Ave.
More Info Spay and neuter services will be provided, and attendees can make an appointment through fixlongbeach.com/make-an-appointment. Other services such as microchips, flea medications, vaccinations, deworming and nail trimming will be available for local pets. Call Lisa West at (562) 570-6300.
PAGE-TURNER
What Book reading
Who Hosted by author Steven Deeble
When Saturday, April 14 at 11am
Where El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 N Studebaker Rd.
More Info Local author Steven Deeble will read from his newest novel, Persistence of Vision. Email Deeble at sdeeble@stevendeeble.com.
WRITE RIGHT
What Meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, April 14 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info Author Karen Gorback will discuss “Writing Dazzling Dialogue.” Visit info@calwriterslongbeach.org.
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What Neighborhood bike ride
Who Hosted by the by Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Sunday, April 15 at 1pm
Where Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Ice cream will be provided. Visit bixbyknollsinfo.com.
NOW HEAR THIS
What Demonstration
Who Hosted by Hearing Loss Association of America Long Beach/Lakewood Chapter
When Saturday, April 21 from 10:30am to noon
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Oliva Ave.
More Info Captioned telephones will be available for those that qualify. A hearing-aid representative will also be present to answer questions. Call (562) 630-6141 or visithlalongbeachlakewood.org.
ON A MISSION
What Gala of Light event
Who Hosted by Su Casa—Ending Domestic Violence
When Saturday, April 21 at 6pm
Where Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave.
More Info The gala will feature silent auctions, food and drinks and live music from the King Salmon Band. Tickets cost $100, and all proceeds benefit Su Casa and its mission to end domestic violence. Call (562) 421-6537.
TECH-SAVVY PARENTING
What Parent-education event
Who Hosted by Bethany Lutheran School
When Tuesday, April 24 from 6:30pm to 8pm
Where 5100 E. Arbor Rd.
More Info Speaker Scott Burnett will provide information about age-appropriate guidelines, current online trends, social media and cyberbullying. Parents and professionals will discuss how much technology is too much. Free child care and pizza will be provided. Call (562) 420-7783 or email ktucker@bethanyluteran.org to RSVP.
FUN WITH THE OLDIES
What Concert
Who Hosted by Cruisin Oldies Concert
When Friday, April 27 from 1pm to 3pm
Where Grand Ballroom at Petroleum Club Long Beach, 3636 Linden Ave.
More Info Instructors will be available for free dance lessons and tips. Tickets cost $14 to $19 and can be purchased through tinyurl.com/ydff3yum. Refreshments will be provided. Email Nancy Tubbs at nancy_tubbs@fullcalendar.com.
TAKE IT BACK
What Pharmaceutical drop-off event
Who Hosted by Long Beach Medical Center
When Saturday, April 28 from 10am to 2pm
Where 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Representatives from MemorialCare, the Long Beach Police Department and the Los Angeles County Drug Enforcement Administration will collect expired pharmaceutical drugs. Email Cayla Wahl at cwahl@memorialcare.org.
EGGS WITH THE ELKS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by Elks Lodge #888
When Sunday, April 29 from 8am to 11:30am
Where 16426 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The cost is $7 per person and includes eggs to order, full breakfast buffet, waffles with toppings, coffee, orange juice and drink specials at the bar. Email elkslodge888@outlook.com.
CARING FOR YOUR HEALTH
What Free lecture
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Medical Center
When Tuesday, May 15 from 5pm to 7pm
Where Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave.
More Info Local experts will discuss a patient-centric approach for atrial fibrillation. Call 1.800.MEMORIAL to register.
