A curated guide on virtual and socially distanced events brought to you by our local communities of Long Beach and Signal Hill, this week featuring topics including a neighborhood clean up, shopping, art, music, self defense and Pokemon Go.
North Long Beach Community Clean Up
What Volunteer litter pick up
Who Councilmember Al Austin
When Saturday, July 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where 5685 Paramount Blvd.
More Info Community members are asked to come help clean the North Long Beach area. Attendees are asked to please bring their own supplies, such as gloves, trash pickers, brooms and dustpans.
Pokemon Go Fest
What Gaming meet up
Who Legendary Adventures and more
When Saturday at 10 a.m.
Where In front of the Aquarium of the Pacific
More Info Pokemon Go enthusiasts are invited to gather together to catch Pokemon, trade, have photos taken and socialize.
Halika Market
What Small vendor marketplace
Who Kasama Culture
When Saturday, July 17 from noon to 5 p.m.
Where Available upon registration
More Info A variety of Filipinx artists and creators will be selling their products.
Kickboxing/ Muay Thai
What Free self-defense class
Who The Phoenix
When Saturday, July 17 at noon
Where Bluff Park, 2400 E Ocean Blvd. and Lindero Ave.
More Info A free outdoor kickboxing and Muay Thai class.
Axe of Art
What Art show opening reception
Who Flatline Gallery
When Saturday, July 17 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where 6023 Atlantic Ave.
More Info An exhibit of guitars that were converted into works of art. Faculty and students from Jordan High School will be featured in the show. Art will be available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting music program at Jordan High School.
Concerts in the Park(ing Lot)
What Live music performance
Who Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Monday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Where 3737 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info A live outdoor music performance by Brandon Baker Jazz All-Stars.
Keiki Kaukau Pop Up
What Hawaiian toys for sale
Who April Hail
When Friday, July 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where 4812 E 2nd Street
More Info A small business by a mom from Hawaii will be selling wooden toys and books for children inspired by the Hawaiian Islands.
Fourth Fridays
What Community block fair
Who Fourth Street Long Beach
When July 23 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where 4th St.
More Info The area will host local artist pop up shops and local entertainers. Participating stores will also be open late.
Sloth Paint Night
What Virtual art class
Who Long Beach Public Library
When Wednesday, July 28 at 4 p.m.
Where Online
More Info A virtual paint class where students will view a real sloth over live stream for inspiration.
