LOOKING FORWARD
What Panel discussion
Who Hosted by the Long Beach U.S. Veterans Affairs Department
When Friday, May 4 at 9am
Where 2001 River Ave.
More Info Panelists will discuss education, networking and career-building. Email Val Lerch at vallerch@gmail.com.
A GRAND OLD PARTY
What Republican barbecue
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Area Republicans
When Friday, May 4 from 6pm to 10pm
Where El Dorado Golf Course, 2400 Studebaker Rd.
More Info Speakers include: Jim McDonnell, L.A. County sheriff; Janet Nguyen, 34th District state senator; Travis Allen, gubernatorial candidate; and Stacy Dash, former Fox News commentator. Call (562) 424-1246 to RSVP.
IN HONOR OF ELLEN
What The Annual Ellen Ward Community Yard Sale
Who Hosted by the City of Signal Hill
When Saturday, May 5 from 8am to noon
Where Jessie Nelson Circle at Signal Hill Park, 2175 Cherry Ave.
More Info Residents of Signal Hill and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to purchase items on display. Admission is free. Call (562) 989-7330.
BREATHE IN
What Asthma-awareness event
Who Hosted by Pools of Hope
When Saturday, May 5 from 10am to 1pm
Where 6801 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info A breath-mobile will be available for asthma treatment. Free food, mariachis, prizes and health and wellness information will be provided. Call (310) 537-2224.
JOIN IN
What Meeting
Who Hosted by the American Association of University Women (AAUW)
When Saturday, May 5 from 2pm to 4pm
Where Park Estates
More Info During the meeting, attendees will learn about activities and opportunities AAUW members participate in. For the specific location, email Gail Morrison at gail7go@gmail.com.
LIKE GOOD NEIGHBORS
What Breakfast meeting
Who Hosted by The Good Neighbors of North Long Beach
When Tuesday, May 8 from 7am to 8:15am
Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.
More Info Long Beach Community College Trustee elect Uduak-Joe Ntuk will be the guest speaker. Email Val Lerch at vallerch@gmail.com.
GREEN THUMBS
What Plant sale and open house
Who Hosted by the Horticulture Department at Long Beach City College (LBCC)
When Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12 from 9am to 4pm
Where 1305 E. PCH
More Info The sale will feature metal garden art created by LBCC’s Fabrication and Welding Club, water-wise plants and vegetables and butterfly-friendly plants. An art table will also be available for children. Call (562) 938-3086.
SPOKES FOLKS
What Cycling fundraiser
Who Hosted by Millers Children’s and Women’s Hospital
When Saturday, May 12 at 6am
Where Shoreline Drive and Linden Avenue
More Info There are multiple routes to take during the event including 30 miles, 62 miles, 100 miles and a free 5-mile Family Fun Ride. Food trucks and a beer garden will be available. Email Lisette Madrid at LMadrid@memorialcare.org.
A LIFETIME OF LEARNING
What Presentations on Aging Issues
Who Sponsored by Long Beach City College Senior Studies Lifetime Learning Center
When Mondays in May and June, from 11am to 12:30pm
Where Lifetime Learning Center, room QQ 122, at the LBCC Pacific Coast Campus off of Walnut Avenue
More Info The dates will be: May 14, “Making the Most of Your Doctor Visits” ; May 21, “Home Safety and Fall Prevention” by the LBFD Fire Ambassadors; June 4, “Food Finders, Rescuing Food, Reducing Hunger and Volunteering” ; June 11, “Chronic Diseases” ; and June 18, “Alzheimer’s Update.” RSVP to Theresa Brunella at (562) 938-3047. The Lifetime Learning Program is a nonprofit organization that operates under the LBCC Foundation. Emailtbrunella@lbcc.edu.
CARING ABOUT 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.
PAGE-TURNERS
What Book club
Who Hosted by the BKBIA
When Wednesday, May 16 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Attendees will discuss the novel Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com.
NOW HEAR THIS
What Demonstration
Who Hosted by the Long Beach and Lakewood chapter of the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Saturday, May 19 from 10:30am to noon
Where 5220 Oliva Ave.
More Info A representative will provide information about free-captioned phones for those that qualify, and a hearing-aid representative will be available to answer questions about hearing aids. Call (562) 630-6141.
ALOHA!
What Free luau party
Who Hosted by the Bazzeni Wellness Center of St. Mary Medical Center
When Thursday, May 24 from 11:00am to 1:30pm
Where 1055 Linden Ave.
More Info Entertainment will include Polynesian dancers, Hawaiian food and various activities. Call (888) 478-6279 to RSVP.
EGGS WITH THE ELKS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by Elks Lodge #888
When Sunday, May 27 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.
TO YOUR HEALTH
What Free health fair
Who Hosted by the Bazzeni Wellness Center of St. Mary Medical Center
When Thursday, May 31 from 9:30am to 1:30pm
Where 1055 Linden Ave.
More Info Stroke, thyroid, posture analysis, memory screenings and glucose testing will be available. To RSVP, call (888) 478-6279. Lunch will be provided.
