SEW WHAT?
What Meeting
Who Hosted by The Long Beach Chapter of the Embroiderers of America, Inc.
When Friday, July 27 at 11am
Where Long Beach City College, 1305 E. PCH
More Info Frances Packer will be teaching the blackwork butterfly. Email Christa Barry at barrychen99@gmail.com.
PINT FOR PINT
What Camp Fire blood drive
Who Hosted by The Camp Fire Long Beach Council
When Saturday, July 28 from 9am to 3:30pm
Where 7070 E. Carson St.
More Info Donors will receive a T-shirt or a coupon for a pint of
Baskin-Robbins ice cream. Before donating, attendees are advised to
check blood drive health requirements. Call (562) 843-3354.
FARM-FRESH FEAST
What Fundraiser
Who Hosted by Farm Lot 59
When Saturday, July 28 from 3pm to 7pm
Where 2714 California Ave.
More Info Money raised will benefit Farm Lot 59. The event will include music, food, refreshments and ice cream. Visit farmlot59.org.
EGGS WITH THE ELKS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by Elks Lodge #888
When Sunday, July 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.
BICYCLE DRIVE-IN
What Outdoor movie
Who Hosted by The Downtown Long Beach Alliance and Summer and Music
When Saturday, Aug. 4 at 6pm
Where Pine Avenue, between Fourth Street and Fifth Street
More Info Attendees will have the opportunity to watch a free outdoor
movie screening of Harold and Maude. The film begins at 8:20pm. Free bike valet and two-hour parking in nearby garages will be available. Visit summerandmusic.com.
CALLING ALL BOOKWORMS
What Book club
Who Hosted by Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Readers will discuss Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Refreshments will be provided. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com.
SIMON SAYS…
What Evening with former Councilmember Renee Simon
Who Hosted by the Historical Society of Long Beach
When Thursday, Aug. 16 from 5:30pm to 8pm
Where Keesal, Young & Logan, 400 Oceangate
More Info The cocktail reception begins at 5:30pm, and the program
runs from 6pm to 8pm. Tickets cost $80 for non-members or $70 for HSLB members and can be purchased through hslb.org.
FUN RUN
What 5k Run, Walk, Roll
Who Hosted by Meals on Wheels
When Saturday, Aug. 25 at 8am
Where Veterans Memorial Stadium, 5000 E. Lew Davis St.
More Info Free parking will be available at the south end of the
stadium lot. Tickets cost $35 per runner and $25 for students and
disabled individuals. Visit mowlb.org.
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What Introduction to Screenwriting workshop
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Public Library
When Saturday, Aug. 25 at 11am
Where Long Beach Main Library, 101 Pacific Ave.
More Info Long Beach filmmaker and author Steven Deeble will conduct a free introductory-level workshop on screenwriting in the Miller Special Collections Room. To reserve a seat, email lauren.nguyen@lbpl.org.
