It may surprise readers to find out that this issue represents more than a typical hot Friday in August. For residents in Signal Hill and Long Beach, it’s a goodbye to their local newspaper’s managing editor. During her two years at the Signal Tribune, Emma DiMaggio devoted her time to reporting on the things that were deeply important and undoubtedly unusual, and proved to us that oftentimes things are both.
This week’s roundup of things to do in Long Beach offers a mix of important, strange, fun, purposeful events and gatherings. Residents can spend their week watching an outdoor movie about an elderly woman and lawyer fighting together, buying anime collectibles while watching a live performance of Vanilla Ice, giving their input for the future of the upcoming Cambodian American Cultural Center or learning about Kabbalah Jewish Mysticism in a weekly class taught by Rabbi Perelmuter.
Other things to do this week include visiting the Signal Tribune website, donating to your local newspaper and above all, staying safe.
Friday, Aug. 19
Namaste & Play: 3 p.m. Parents with children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years old are invited by Parachute Playgroup to practice yoga asanas together at Colorado Lagoon (5059 E Colorado St.) Childcare will be provided. Free.
Art Film Series: 2:30 p.m. The public is invited to the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway) for this screening of the PG-13 rated 2015 biographical drama “Woman In Gold” about an elderly woman and young lawyer fighting for the return of treasures seized by the Nazis. Free.
Infant Formula Distribution: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The City of Long Beach will distribute free infant formula to people with a child up to 9 months old who benefit from a federal assistance program and have a need for food at Silverado Park, (1545 W 31st St.) Free.
Outdoor Movie Night: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The public is invited to this screening of “The Little Prince” at the Long Beach Museum of Art. General admission costs $5 for adults and is free for children 12 and under.
Saturday, Aug. 20
Collect-A-Con: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Over 500 vendors will be selling collectibles from franchises such as Pokemon, Dragon Ball, Yu-Gi-Oh and more during this two-day event at the Long Beach Convention Center (300 E Ocean Blvd.) The event will include a live performance by Vanilla Ice. General admission costs $30 and tickets can be purchased at https://collectaconusa.com/.
Back to School Jam: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. School children will be able to receive backpacks, haircuts, school supplies and vaccinations at Scherer Park (4600 Long Beach Blvd.) during this event organized by the 8th District council office. Hotdogs will be given out by the Long Beach Police Department. Free.
Bilingual Toddler Storytime: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Parents and caregivers of toddlers from 1 to 3 years old are invited to bring them to Bach Neighborhood Library (1401 E Anaheim St.) to enjoy stories, songs and more. Free.
Pet Adoption: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pets will be available for adoption at Pet Supplies Plus (2086 N Bellflower Blvd.) at this event organized by Animal Care Services.
Photography Workshop: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. During this monthly photography workshop at the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library (5870 Atlantic Ave.) participants will learn how to take portraits. Cameras will be available for use during the class on a first come first served basis. Free.
Music from the Movies: 3 p.m. The community is invited to this live musical performance by the Long Beach Community Band at Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway), featuring songs from the soundtracks of famous movies like The Lion King, Star Wars, Mamma Mia and more. Free.
Cambodian American Cultural Center Kick-Off Event: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited to learn more about the upcoming Cambodian American Cultural Center and give their input at MacArthur Park (1321 E Anaheim St.) The event will include cultural performances, food vendors, an outreach survey and more. Free.
Frenchie Meetup: 9 a.m. French Bulldogs and their humans are invited to socialize together at Rosie’s Dog Beach (5000 E Ocean Blvd.) To register for the event, visit www.meetup.com/frenchbeachdogs/events/287396573/. Free.
American Vintage Blues: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy a variety of American roots music performed by the band US 99 at Datsun Alley auto repair shop (2202 E 28th St.) To register for the event, visit https://lbbmw-us-99.eventbrite.com. Free.
Sunday, Aug. 21
Food Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Buddhavipassana Temple (2015 W Hill St.) of Long Beach is holding a weekly food market where the public can buy a variety of Thai/Lao street foods, desserts and beverages while enjoying traditional music performances. Entry is Free.
Plein Air Workshop: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. An outdoor art workshop held in MOLAA’s corner garden (628 Alamitos Ave.) Admission costs $5. To register for the workshop, visit molaa.org/events/2022/08/21-workshop-corner-garden
Monday, Aug. 22
The Beauty in Breaking Author Talk: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. During this online event author Michele Harper will speak about her memoir “The Beauty in Breaking” based on her experience working as an ER doctor for over a decade. To register for this virtual event, visit https://libraryc.org/lbpl/upcoming. Free.
Tuesday, Aug. 23
Reading Buddies: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Parents and caregivers can bring children to the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library (5870 Atlantic Ave.) where a teen volunteer will give them up to 30 minutes of one-on-one reading practice. Free.
Wednesday, Aug. 24
Kabbalah Class: Noon. The public is invited to this weekly class on Kabbalah Jewish Mysticism taught by Rabbi Perelmuter at the Alpert Jewish Community Center (3801 E Willow St.). A new topic will be discussed each week. Free.
Valley Song: 8 p.m. The opening night at International City Theatre (330 E Seaside Way) of Valley Song, a play about a father and daughter in post-apartheid South Africa. Tickets for opening night cost $55. The play will run until Sept. 11 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Thursday, Aug. 25
Album Re-Release: 9 p.m. The first in-person album release party for the band Sweet Dreams Priscilla’s album “Seeing Double” at the Bamboo Club (3522 E Anaheim St.) A live performance will be accompanied by burlesque dancers. This event is for people 21 and older. Free.
Night Market: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy this combination of a street fair and farmers market in downtown Long Beach (300 N Promenade.) The event will include vendors, live music and more. Free.
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