RUMMAGE THROUGH
What Rummage Sale
Who Hosted by Rising TIDE at Marguerite Kiefer Education Center
When Friday, June 19 from 8am to 4pm
Where Covenant Presbyterian Church, 607 E. 3rd St.
More Info The rummage and book sale invites the public to shop and/or sell their unwanted items. All unsold items left after the sale will be donated to Christian Outreach in Action and national book-collection programs. All purchases and registration fees will help provide academic support, mentoring, cultural enrichment, recreation and nutrition to over 400 inner-city children and youth in downtown Long Beach. To pre-register, call (562) 437-0958, ext 25.
SUMMER READING
What Book meeting
Who Hosted by League of Women’s Voters
When Saturday, June 20 from 10am to noon
Where Los Altos Public Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr.
More Info Join the League of Women Voters for an informal, lively discussion of books and reading. Bring a book to discuss and leave with your summer reading list. Call Kim Ritter at (562) 930-0573.
REDUCE, DONATE, RECYCLE
What Donation and recycle day
Who Hosted by Vice Mayor Suja Lowenthal and Goodwill SOLAC
When Saturday, June 20 from 10am to 1pm
Where Big Saver Foods parking lot, 2290 E. 7th St.
More Info The event will offer residents a quick and easy way to drop off unwanted items, and enable Goodwill to provide individuals with training and tools for employment. Gently used clothing, electronic waste, cell phones, furniture, large appliances and used household batteries will be accepted. Household hazardous waste and light bulbs will not be accepted. Donations are tax deductible. Call (562) 570-6684.
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
When Sunday, June 21 at 1pm
Where Los Altos United Methodist Church, 5950 E. Willow St.
More Info The meeting will be a summer ice-cream social and will address the topics of finding Long Beach families.
CONCERT IN THE PARK(ING LOT)
What Free concert
Who Hosted by Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Monday, June 22 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The concert will kick off the Summer Music Series with the music of That Cover Band who will be playing danceable rock ‘n’ roll songs. Food and drinks will be available inside Georgie’s Place. Call (562) 595-0081 or visit info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
CINEMA IN THE SAND
What Movies on the beach
Who Hosted by Alfredo’s Beach Club and Port of Long Beach
When Monday, June 22 at 8pm
Where Granada Beach, 5101 E. Ocean Blvd.
More Info “Moonlight Movies on the Beach” will run through Aug. 27. The movie screenings and parking will be free. Snacks and dinner will be sold at the event. Pre-show entertainment will take place before every movie. For a schedule of the film screenings, visit alfredosbeachclub.com/seafest-movie .
EAT, DRINK AND BE EDUCATED
What See, Sip and Savor event
Who Hosted by the Historical Society of Long Beach
When Friday, June 26 from 6pm to 9pm
Where Belmont Heights, 253 Argonne Ave.
More Info The event will feature a historical walking tour to five homes in the Belmont Heights area. Wine, hors d’oeuvres and dessert will be available. Tickets are $50 for general admission and $45 for members. All proceeds will support the HSLB’s mission to collect, preserve and present the history of Long Beach. Visit hslb.org or call (562) 424-2220.
FUN FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
What Jazz concert series
Who Hosted by Boys and Girls Club of Carson and Long Beach
When Friday, June 26 from 7pm to 9pm
Where Grand Event Center, 4101 E. Willow St.
More Info Jazz enthusiasts and supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs are invited for an evening of jazz music and delicious food and beverages. Mindi Abair, two time Grammy nominated saxophonist, vocalist and author will perform live. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Carson and Long Beach. Tickets will range from $65-$150. VIP and table packages are available. Tickets can be purchased at jazzatthegrand.eventbrite.com .
HIT THE STREETS!
What Liver walk
Who Hosted by the American Liver Foundation
When Saturday, June 27 at 10am
Where William Mason Regional Park, 18712 University Ave., Irvine
More Info The walk will raise funds to contribute to life-saving research, education and support services for those coping with liver disease and hepatitis. There is no registration fee, but walkers are encouraged to set a personal goal. Each walker who raises $100 or more will earn a 2015 Liver Life Walk T-shirt. Contact Farah Douglas at (310) 670-4624 or at fdouglas@liverfoundation.org .
FIREWORKS IN THE FIFTH
What State-of-the-district address
Who Hosted by 5th District Councilmember Stacy Mungo
When Saturday, June 27 at 6pm
Where Pan American Park, 5157 E. Centralia St.
More Info The event will include live music, festivities and food. A fireworks display will begin at 9:15pm. RSVP at docs.google.com/forms/d/1GkHS-mxgDeF3JFE3RKj294JntivVx14t8KpJiFn6qe4/viewform .
EGGS WITH THE ELKS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by Bellflower/Long Beach Elks Lodge
Where Elks Lodge, 16426 Bellflower Blvd.
When Sunday, June 28, from 8am to noon
More Info Breakfast will be open to the public at $6.50 per person. The meal will include eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, biscuits with gravy, orange juice, assorted fruit, Belgian waffles and coffee.
MUSIC IN THE AIR
What Free concert
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site
When Sunday, June 28 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Where Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site, 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info The first of three free summer concerts titled “Back to the 50’s” will feature The Smokin’ Cobras performing rock ‘n’ roll music from the 1950s to commemorate the Rancho’s transfer from private to public ownership in 1955. Call (562) 206-2040.
COPS ON TOP
What 47th Annual Long Beach police awards ceremony
Who Hosted by Long Beach Police Department and Long Beach Police Foundation
When Tuesday, June 30 with a 3:30pm reception and 5pm ceremony
Where Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 Atherton St.
More Info The family-friendly event will honor police department employees as well as regular citizens who have distinguished themselves during the past year with their heroism and dedication to community safety. Refreshments will be served. Admission to the ceremony is free but reservations are required. Contact the LBPF at (562) 343-5111 or visit lbpolicefoundation.org .
WILLING AND ABLE
What Peer counseling and stepping stones to employment training
Who Hosted by Disabled Resources Center Inc.
When Tuesday, July 7 from 1:30pm to 3pm
Where 2750 E. Spring St., Suite #100
More Info The training will focus on interpersonal communication skills, disability etiquette, conflict resolution and can be used in a variety of work, volunteer and personal applications. A certificate will be awarded upon completion. Call Andrew Swinton, peer support and independent living skills coordinator, at (562) 427-1000 Ext. 23 or visit drcinc.org .
MAKING ENGLISH TEACHERS PROUD
What Literary Society book club meeting
Who Hosted by Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Wednesday, July 8 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The event will discuss the Gustave Flaubert novel Madame Bovary. The public is welcome to attend and encouraged to read the book beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Call the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081 or email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
A HOLE IN ONE
What Youth center golf tournament
Who Hosted by the Youth Center in Los Alamitos
When Wednesday, July 15 at 1pm
Where Seal Beach Navy Golf Course, 5660 Orangewood Ave., Cypress
More Info Children ages 9 to 19 are encouraged to play alongside adults. All funds from the tournament will go to support the Youth Center in Los Alamitos. Prizes will be awarded in various contests. Players will receive a box lunch during the day and a buffet style dinner will be served in the evening. For sponsorships call Lina Lumme at the Youth Center at (562) 493-4043.
