FESTIVE LUMBER
What Annual tree lot
Who Hosted by the Youth Center in Los Alamitos
When All of December from 9am to 9pm on weekends and noon to 9pm on weekdays
Where Ganahl Lumber parking lot, 10742 Los Alamitos Blvd.
More Info Attendees will have the chance to choose from Noble, Nordman, Douglas and Grand Fir trees, along with tree stands, watering spouts, wreaths and other festive items. Call (562) 493-4043.
THE GIFT OF HOPE
What Donation program
Who Hosted by MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Donations accepted until Friday, Dec. 15
Where Donation drop-off is located at Jonathan Jaques Children’s Cancer Center, 701 E. 28th St., Suite 202
More Info The hospital’s Adopt-a-Family program accepts donations of cash, gift certificates or gifts for hospitalized children and teenagers at the cancer center. Call Linda (562) 933-8600.
THE SEASON OF GIVING
What Donation drive
Who Hosted by Community Medical Center Long Beach
When Donations accepted until Friday, Dec. 22
Where Community Hospital Long Beach, 1720 Termino Ave.
More Info The MemorialCare Center for Mental Health & Wellness at Community Medical Center Long Beach is collecting donations for the holiday season for its patients. Donees are encouraged to bring games, journals, art supplies, hygiene products, toothbrushes/toothpaste, brushes/combs, clothing for men and women of all sizes and more. Avoid items that contain metal wiring or glass. Only new items will be accepted. Call (562) 933-5931.
HE’S COMING TO TOWN
What Santa Claus workshop event
Who Hosted by Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Friday, Dec. 8 from 10:30am to 11:30am
Where Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Young patients, who are too sick to leave the hospital for the holidays, will be able to create crafts and holiday gifts, eat holiday snacks and meet Santa Claus. Santa will arrive at 11am. Call Beatrice at (562) 587-7990. Parking will be validated.
“YULE” BE GLAD YOU WENT
What Victorian Christmas event
Who Hosted by Long Beach Heritage
When Friday, Dec. 8 from 6pm to 8pm (adult reception and tour); Tuesday, Dec. 12 and 19 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm and Saturdays, Dec. 9, 16 and 30 (house tours)
Where Bembridge House, 953 Park Circle
More Info The tour’s theme this year is “Toys & Yuletide Tunes.” The house will be fitted with holiday decorations. Space is limited and reservations are required for evening tours. Cost is $10 per person. On Sunday, children under 12 enter for free with prior reservation. Visit lbheritage.org.
EATING AND GIVING
What Pop-up dinner and toy-drive event
Who Hosted by Dine LBC
When Friday, Dec. 8 at 6:30pm
Where Legend Seafood Restaurant, 1350 E. Anaheim St.
More Info Long Beach culinary expert Chef “T” Visoth Ouk will feature Cambodian cuisines, including appetizers and a four-course sit-down dinner with a glass of wine. Guests are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy valued at $15 or more for distribution for local children in the community. The dinner is $55 per guest and can be purchased at dinelbc.com.
ROCK THE NIGHT AWAY
What Holiday performances
Who Hosted by Long Beach City College (LBCC)
When Friday, Dec. 8 at 7pm (jazz concert); Friday, Dec. 15 at 8pm (orchestra); Dec. 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16 at 7:30pm and Sunday, Dec. 17 at 2pm (theatre performance)
Where Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 370 Junipero Ave. (Dec. 8 jazz concert); Rogers Middle School Auditorium, 365 Monrovia Ave. (Dec. 15 orchestra); LBCC Studio Theatre, Building H, 4901 E. Carson St. (theatre performance)
More Info LBCC students will provide separate performances this month, including vocal-jazz, symphony-orchestra and theatre shows. The theatre performance will be a production of An O. Henry Christmas. Ticket and admission information is available at lbcc.edu/department-performing-arts.
ARE YOU LISTENING?
What Annual holiday event
Who Hosted by the Dominguez Ranch Adobe Museum
When Saturday, Dec. 9 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Dominguez Ranch Adobe Museum, 18127 South Alameda St.
More Info The public will be able to explore the museum grounds at the event, when the site will be decorated for the holidays. The event will include holiday crafts, refreshments, snacks and a visit from Santa Claus. Visit dominguezrancho.org.
FOR THE KIDS
What Holiday gala
Who Hosted by the Museum of Latin American Art
When Saturday, Dec. 9 from 3pm to 6pm
Where Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave.
More Info The children’s holiday gala will feature a performance by Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band, activity stations, holiday crafts, kid-friendly food from local restaurants, hot-cocoa and candy buffet, access to museum exhibits and palm-tree lighting ceremony. Cost is $60 for adults and $40 for children ages 14 and under. Proceeds from the event benefit museum exhibitions and public programs. Call Jessica at (562) 216-4137.
‘BAH, HUMBUG!’
What Performance of A Christmas Carol
Who Performed by the Long Beach Playhouse
When From Saturday, Dec. 9 to Saturday, Dec. 23
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info Chris Mertan is directing this year’s show, which is an interpretation of the original A Christmas Carol narrative by author Charles Dickens. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and $14 for students on Fridays and $24 for adults, $21 for seniors and $14 for students on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are available at lbplayhouse.org.
FA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA
What Holiday concert
Who Hosted by the Friends of Music at California Heights United Methodist Church When Sunday, Dec. 10 at 3pm
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info The holiday concert will also include a rendition of “Gloria” by composer Vivaldi. Free-will donations will be accepted, and child care will be provided. Visit calheightsumc.org or call (562) 595-1996.
WHAT A DRAG
What “Drag to Give” charity event
Who Hosted by the B Room
When Friday, Dec. 15 at 7pm
Where Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.
More Info The event raises funds, jackets and toys for children and their families in Long Beach. Jewels and Ron Sylvester will be the hosts and MCs for the event. The night will feature performances from standup comedian Narcizo Gonzalez and other performers. The evening will begin with a kickoff, featuring cocktails, music and mingling, followed by the performances and after party. The event is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring a toy or clothing article. Email isa@itsadragtogive.com or visit facebook.com/itsadragtogive.
GOOD TIDINGS WE BRING
What Letter submission
Who Hosted by Long Beach Memorial Hospital
When Letters will be accepted until Wednesday, Dec. 20
Where 2865 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Holiday-printed cards are available for those interested in personalizing a letter for a patient. Visit millerchildrens.org/holidaycard to send a card.
