CLEAN UP YOUR ACT
What California Coastal Cleanup Day
Who Sponsored by the Port of Long Beach
Where Beach next to the Belmont Plaza Pool, 4000 E. Olympic Plaza
When Saturday, Sept. 15 from 9am to noon
More Info The Port of Long Beach needs volunteers for the 28th Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day. The Port is sponsoring the event in partnership with the El Dorado Nature Center and will be handing out beach buckets to volunteers. Volunteers will receive bags, gloves, data cards and pencils but should be prepared for the sunny weather by bringing hats, drinking water, comfortable shoes and lots of sunscreen. To volunteer, call (562) 283-7718 or email mario.gonzalez@polb.com .
A COLD-BLOODED CONFERENCE
What 9th annual North American Reptile Breeders Conference & Trade Show
Who North American Reptile Breeders
Where Anaheim Convention Center, 800 West Katella Ave.
When Saturday, Sept. 15 from 10am to 5pm and Sunday, Sept. 16 from 11am to 4pm
More Info Adults admission is $15 for a weekend pass; children under 13 admitted for $8 for weekend pass; children under 5 admitted free. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts admitted for $5. Open to the public, this captive-bred-only reptile show brings together top dealers from across the country offering thousands of exotic and pet-friendly “herps.” With prices ranging from $5 to $50,000, everything from the common gecko to extraordinarily rare breeds of snakes with unusual morphing of colors will be represented. For the first time, the reptile conference will open early on Friday, Sept. 14 at 7pm for the premier of Gecko Night. (This particular event is free and open to all.) Call (708) 932-8044, email info@narbc.com, or visit narbc.com or reptileconference.com .
GET FIT
What Fitness Awareness Festival
Who Hosted by Body Like Mine Lifestyle Fitness Studio
Where Heartwell Park, corner of Carson Street and Clark Avenue
When Saturday, Sept. 15 from 11am to 6pm
More Info Body Like Mine Lifestyle Fitness Studio will host their first annual Health and Fitness Awareness Festival. All attendees receive free entry to the festival and will be offered complimentary services, such as workshops on nutrition, financial management and effective parenting/education. All ages welcomed. The festival will include healthy food vendors and local health and fitness businesses will be there to provide their products and services as well. For more information, visit bodylikeminefestival.com .
POST-OLYMPIC BLUES
What Parade of Long Beach Olympians
Who Sponsored by the City of Long Beach
Where Parade will start on 2nd Street
When Saturday, Sept. 15 at 2pm
More Info Coordinating the parade are Stacey Toda from Mayor Foster’s office, Tasha Day from the Office of Special Events & Filming, and Blair Cohn from the BKBIA, with assistance from Tom Shadden from the Aquatic Capital of America and John Fylpaa from the Century Club. Olympian Misty May-Treynor is confirmed to attend, among others. All Olympic athletes with a connection to Long Beach are invited and should contact Stacey Toda at stacey.toda@longbeach.gov .
STACK UP ON THE HILL
What 3rd Annual Breakfast at the Foothill Club
Who Signal Hill Historical Society
Where Discovery Well Park, 2200 Temple Ave.
When Saturday, Sept. 22 from 9am to 1pm
More Info For a small donation, participants will be served a pancake breakfast as they spend time viewing a variety of presentations and displays about the history of the City of Signal Hill and the oil industry, including a magnificent collection of photographs and artifacts. Families encouraged to come. Kids activities will be available. For more information, call (310) 529-8362 or email EJVillanueva@gmail.com .
PREP FOR THE VOTING BOOTH
What Proposition workshop
Who Long Beach Republicans
Where The Grand, 4101 East Willow St.
When Wednesday, Sept. 26 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
More Info Workshop will include a presentation and recommendations on the November ballot propositions. Guests are requested to donate $5. Light appetizers and refreshments will be available. RSVP to Michele@LongBeachRepublicans.org or call (562) 424-1246.
GARNISHING YOUR GARMENTS
What General meeting
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Chapter of the Embroiderers Guild of America
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
When Friday, Sept. 28 beginning at 10:30am
More Info The Chapter meets the fourth Friday of every month. Guests are welcome and requested to donate $2.
FEELING LUCKY?
What Diamonds & Hearts Casino Night and Silent Auction
Who Operation Jump Start
Where Long Beach Marketplace, 6475 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
When Friday, Sept. 28, 7pm to 11pm
More Info Operation Jump Start invites the Long Beach community to place their bets on the success of local students at the first-ever Diamond & Hearts casino night. The Vegas-style festivities will include classic Sin City table games like blackjack, poker, craps and roulette, as well as a silent auction featuring exclusive prizes such as a VIP package to the Long Beach Grand Prix and tickets to see the USC Trojans live. Tickets are $75 per person and are on sale now at operationjumpstart.org .
SAFETY FIRST
What Car-seat safety check at the 5th District Good Neighbor Festival and Picnic
Who Miller’s Children’s Hospital
Where El Dorado Branch Library parking lot, 2900 N. Studebaker Rd.
When Saturday, Sept. 29 from 10am to 2pm
More Info Attendees may have their child’s car seat inspected by certified technicians at the 6th Annual 5th District Good Neighbor Festival and Picnic. Technicians will provide consultations and help ensure your child is safe before every trip. Spaces are limited. Call (562) 933-9151 or email dluna2@memorialcare.org to schedule a free consultation.
