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 Clubs 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 to $150. VIP and table packages are available. Tickets can be purchased at jazzatthegrand.eventbrite.com .
CINEMA IN THE SAND
What Movies on the beach
Who Hosted by Alfredo’s Beach Club and sponsored by Port of Long Beach
When Friday, June 26 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 .
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 .
AARGH!
What Pirate invasion and mermaid/fairy festival
Who Presented by the Port of Long Beach
When Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and 28 from 10am to 9pm
Where Belmont Pier, 15 39th Place
More Info The event will feature thousands of costumed pirates, three pirate ships, live bands, craft booths, an interactive kids zone, refreshments, a live performance of Treasure Island and much more. Booths featuring activities like pirate sword making, pirate hats, jellyfish, shell painting, fairy crown and fairy dust making, as well as other fairy and mermaid-like crafting activities, will be included. Admission is free but some activities will require a ticket. Visit alfredosbeachclub.com/seafest-pierdaze or purplepass.com/piratefairymermaidexperience for tickets.
HAMMING IT UP
What Field day
Who Hosted by the Associated Radio Amateurs of Long Beach
When From Saturday, June 27 at 11am to Sunday, June 28 at 11am
Where Recreation Park, 4900 E. 7th St.
More Info During the 24-hour-long family-friendly event, Long Beach amateur radio operators will join more than 35,000 other “hams” across the country in a national radio contest to demonstrate emergency communications capabilities. Local high schools McBride and Wilson will be running 10- and 75-meter voice with the assistance of the ARALB. The public will have the opportunity to meet with radio operators and learn how to become a licensed radio operator. Call ARALB Chairperson Jeff Potter at (562) 756-8692 or contact him via email at jpotter998@gmail.com .
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 .
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What Bike skills classes
Who Sponsored by Metro LA and LA County Bicycle Coalition
When Saturday, July 11 from 9am to 1pm
Where 9th District Council office, 6509 Gundry Ave.
More Info Long Beach residents Kellie and David Morris will teach free basic and advanced classes throughout the summer. Participants must register beforehand at la-bike.org/bicyclesafetyclasses . Call Kellie at (626) 482-9525.
SAFETY FIRST
What Safety event
Who Hosted by 3rd District Councilmember Suzie Price
When Saturday, July 11 from noon to 3pm
Where Recreation Park Community Center, 4900 E. 7th St.
More Info The event will allow residents to gather first-hand knowledge from industry professionals about how to keep themselves and their families safe from property-related crimes and identity theft. Topics will include crime trends, identity, fraud protection, Internet banking safety, car-seat safety and how to choose quality door locks and DIY security cameras. The Long Beach Police Officers Association and Price will provide lunch.Various information booths will be available as resources for residents. Visit suzieAprice.com .
