TOY SOLDIERS
What Toys for Tots drive
Who Tuttle Cameras
Where 4019 Atlantic Ave.
When Friday, Dec. 5 from 5pm to 8pm
More Info Tuttle Cameras and the United States Marine Corps will collect unwrapped toys for less fortunate children. Participants will have the opportunity to take a photo with a Marine and will receive a free gift from Tuttle Cameras. Call (562) 424-8633.
BOOK IT
What Book signing
Who The Historical Society of Long Beach (HSLB)
Where 4260 Atlantic Ave.
When Friday, Dec. 5 from 7pm to 8pm
More Info Local authors Claudine Burnett, Tim Grobaty, Geraldine Knatz, Harry Saltzgaver, Larry Strawther and Louise Ivers will be signing copies of their respective books during the First Fridays Art Walk. Call (562) 424-2220.
A GOOD CAUSE WITH SANTA CLAUS
What “Breaskfast with Santa” benefit
Who Parker’s Lighthouse
Where 435 Shoreline Village Dr.
When Saturday, Dec. 6 from 8am to 10am
More Info Funds will benefit the Child Life Program at Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital. Admission is $11 for adults and $9 for children 12 and under. The Aquarium of the Pacific will provide free passes for children with the purchase of one adult pass. Call (562) 432-650 or visit parkerslighthouse.com/santas-breakfast .
GO A-WASSAILING
What Holiday celebration
Who The American Association of University Women of Long Beach Branch
Where The home of Linda Patten
When Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10am to noon
More Info Carry on the tradition of gathering and camaraderie over the wassail bowl. Refreshments and the hot, spiced wassail drink will be served. Visit aauw-longbeach.org .
ENSURE YOUR HEALTH
What Health insurance enrollment event
Who The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services
Where The Center, 2017 E. 4th St.
When Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10am to 2pm
More Info Certified enrollment counselors will assist attendees with Medi-Cal and Covered California applications. Those interested in enrolling must bring their birth certificate, proof of income, proof of Los Angeles residency and Social Security card. Language assistance will be available in Spanish and Khmer. Call (562) 570-7979.
“A DAY THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY”
What Community sharing day
Who The Historical Society of Long Beach (HSLB)
Where 4260 Atlantic Ave.
When Sunday, Dec. 7 from 10am to 4pm
More Info The HSLB will collect historical material that was produced in Long Beach after the Pearl Harbor attack. Accepted material includes letters, journals, diaries, pay stubs and photographs. Items will be returned to the owner the same day. Call (562) 424-2220.
SHARE AND SHARE ALIKE
What Christmas party
Who North Long Beach Community Action Group
Where Long Beach Dairy and Creamery, 167 E. South St.
When Sunday, Dec. 7 from 3pm to 6pm
More Info Attendees are encouraged to bring their favorite seasonal dish and an ornament. Call (562) 428-7710.
FEDERAL WORKER?
What Holiday luncheon
Who National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE)
Where Veterans Community Center, Veterans Park, 101 E 28th St.
When Monday, Dec. 8 at 1pm
More Info New officers will be installed during the luncheon. The largest federal employee/retiree organization, NARFE represents the retirement interests of nearly 5 million current and future federal annuitants, spouses and survivors. NARFE meetings are the second Monday of each month.
FLIPPING HOUSES
What House-flipping workshop
Who California Flipping Network
Where Long Beach Petroleum Club, 3636 Linden Ave.
When Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 6pm to 8pm
More Info California Flipping Network will present a free, two-hour workshop for beginning investors and realtors on how to get started finding, fixing, and flipping houses. Featured speaker will be Lloyd Segal, author of Flipping Houses. RSVP required. Visit flippingworkshops.com .
MAKING ENGLISH TEACHERS PROUD
What Monthly meeting
Who Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The club will discuss I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. Parking is available along Atlantic Avenue. Call (562) 595-0081, email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com or visit bixbyknollsinfo.com
