ALIVE AT THE MORTUARY
What Fundraiser
Who KFI AM and McKenzie Mortuary
When Friday, Oct. 31 from 10am to 1pm
Where McKenzie Mortuary, 3843 E Anaheim St.
More Info KFI AM’s Bill Carroll Show will stream live from McKenzie Mortuary in observance of Halloween and the last day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During airtime, McKenzie Mortuary will sell books and match the sales. The money raised will be donated to KAMM Cares, an organization that provides help for women going through breast cancer treatment.
MUSIC IN THE AIR
What Concert
Who Friends of Music at California Heights United Methodist Church
Where 3759 Orange Ave.
When Sunday, Nov. 2 at 3pm
More Info The concert, presented by organist James Petri and the Poly High School Chamber Orchestra, will include musical selections by Bach, Handel, Copeland, DuBois and more. Call (562) 595-1996 or visit calheightsumc.org .
READ MY LIPS
What Free lip-reading classes
Who The Hearing Loss Association of America Long Beach/Lakewood Chapter
When Monday, Nov. 3 from 10am to noon
Where Weingart Senior Center, 5220 Oliva Ave. in Lakewood
More Info The class meets every Monday and Wednesday. Beginners are welcome at any time. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org .
MEET AND EAT
What Supper Club
Who Bixby Knolls Supper Club
Where Nino’s Italian Restaurant, 3853 Atlantic Ave.
When Monday, Nov. 3 at 6pm and 7:30pm
More Info The November Supper Club meeting will celebrate the life of Vincenzo Cristiano, founder of Nino’s Italian Restaurant. The Bixby Knolls Supper Club supports local restaurants by dining at them on Monday nights, which are typically slow. RSVPs are necessary; email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
MIX AND MINGLE
What Mixer
Who Junior League of Long Beach
When Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where E.J. Malloy’s, 3411 E. Broadway Ave.
More Info Attendees will be encouraged to mingle with current Junior League of Long Beach members to learn more about the group and current membership opportunities. Light refreshments will be provided. Visit jllb.org .
IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE…
What Holiday shopping reception
Who Rancho Los Alamitos
When Friday, Nov. 7 from 4pm to 7pm
Where 6400 E. Bixby Hill Rd.
More Info The Rancho Los Alamitos gift shop will offer children’s books, jewelry, apparel, tapestry bags, John Kelly Fine Dark Chocolate and more for sale. All proceeds will benefit the educational programs at the Rancho. Visit rancholosalamitos.org .
YOU’RE A PEACH
What El Dorado West Sugar Peach Festival
Who El Dorado Park Senior Center
Where 2800 N. Studebaker Rd.
When Saturday, Nov. 8 from 9:00am to 3:00pm
More Info Crafts, mosaic stoneware jewelry, greeting cards, glass and vintage items will be available for sale. Food trucks will be on-site. Call (562) 570-3227.
TAKE A WALK
What East Village Walking Tour
Who Long Beach Heritage
Where Meet in front of Modica’s Deli, 455 E Ocean Blvd.
When Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10am to noon
More Info The two-hour tour will stop at different locations throughout the East Village. Cost is $10. Call (562) 493-7019 or visit lbheritage.org .
FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK
What Fundraiser
Who The Long Beach Jaycee Foundation and Rock For Vets
When Saturday, Nov. 8 from noon to 3pm
Where Signal Hill Community Center, 1780 E. Hill St.
More Info The event will feature an auction and light lunch. Vendors will have items for sale. Cost is $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Long Beach Jaycee Foundation and Rock For Vets, which assist local teachers and vets, respectively. Call (866) 597-1116.
CALLING ALL WRITERS
What Writers meeting
Who California Writers Club of Long Beach
Where Long Beach Los Altos Branch Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr.
When Saturday, Nov. 8 from 3pm to 5pm
More Info Alan Rifkin, a former Details and L.A. Weekly contributing editor, will be the guest speaker.
MAKING ENGLISH TEACHERS PROUD
What Monthly meeting
Who Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Literary society members will discuss Animal Farm by George Orwell. Parking is available along Atlantic Avenue. Call (562) 595-0081, email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com or visit bixbyknollsinfo.com .
