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 pop up shops, music, food and more.
Reiki And Chill
What Sound bath and reiki event
Who Chris the Soul Alchemist
When Saturday, March 26 at 11 a.m.
Where 530 Monrovia Ave.
More Info The public is invited to this sound bath and reiki event. A donation between $5 to $20 is recommended for attending this event. Aromatherapy mist will also be available for $11. Friendly dogs are welcome to attend with their humans.
The Merkado
What Pop-up shop
Who Kubo Long Beach
When Saturday, March 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where 345 E Carson St.
More Info Over a dozen artisans and food vendors will be selling their products. This event is open to the public but attendees will ask to give a donation between $2 to $5 to help maintain the space.
Red Shield Day
What Community celebration
Who The Salvation Army
When Saturday, March 26 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where 3000 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info This free family event will feature food, prizes, fire engine displays, live music, magic shows and more.
Soul Vibes
What Live music
Who Soul Vibes Long Beach and more
When Saturday, March 26 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where 967 E 4th St.
More Info A variety of hip hop artists, bands, spoken word poets and disc jockeys will be performing. Admission costs $5. Beer and tacos will be available for purchase at the event.
Grand Opening
What Small vendor marketplace
Who Shlap Muan
When Friday, March 25 until Sunday, March 27 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where 2150 E South St.
More Info The public is invited to the grand opening of this local eatery. The first 25 customers each day will receive four complimentary chicken wings. Customers will also get 20% off their total order.
Delicasea
What Food festival and community mural
Who Bixby Knolls Farmers Market
When March 31 from noon to 7 p.m.
Where Intersection of Atlantic Ave. and 46th St.
More Info A showcase of local seafood. The public can register for the food festival at foodwayssummit.org. A mural by a local artist will also be unveiled.
Bixby Knolls First Friday
What Community event and art walk
Who Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Friday, April 1 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The community is invited to enjoy activities and live music outdoors throughout the Bixby Knolls neighborhood. Pop-up shops by local artists and vendors can be found at the EXPO Art Center.
Breakfast Pop-Up Cafe
What Fundraiser
Who Sowing Seeds of Change
When Sunday, March 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where Wrigley Coffee
More Info The proceeds from this food pop-up will benefit a local urban garden.
