LET’S MOVE!
What Healthy Kids Day event
Who Hosted by the YMCA of Greater Long Beach
When Saturday, April 16 from 10am to 1pm
Where Fairfield YMCA, 4949 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Three YMCA of Greater Long Beach branches— Early Childhood Education (ECE), the Fairfield Family YMCA and the After School of Education & Safety (ASES)— are collaborating for a free community event to inspire kids to be active. The event will include activities such as games, healthy-cooking demonstrations, active play and educational activities. Call Alex Izaguirre at (562) 634-2719, or email him at alex.izaguirre@lbymca.org .
A SAFE PLACE
What Women’s shelter outreach event
Who WomenShelter of Long Beach
When Saturday, April 16 from 10am to 2pm
Where 4201 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info Learn more about the WomenShelter services, relationships and living a healthier life. Free snacks and a goody bag will be provided, but only on a first-come, first-served basis. All are welcome to participate. Visit womenshelterlb.org .
FOR THE TREES
What Fundraiser exhibit
Who Hosted by nonprofit Greenly Art Space
When Saturday, April 16 from 6pm to 9pm
Where 2698 Junipero Ave. #113
More Info The show will explore the many aspects of trees, and art work will include realistic as well as abstract works that seek to evoke a feeling of the mystery and wonder of trees and the forest. Over 60 artists will be showing in the exhibit. The opening reception will include the art show, appetizers, beer/wine and live music by the Ho Chan Ensemble. There will be a $10 admission price to raise funds for Greenly Art and the El Dorado Nature Center. Visit greenlyartspace.org .
LEST WE FORGET
What 2016 Cambodian Genocide Remembrance event
Who Presented by 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
When Sunday, April 17 from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Where Ernest S. McBride, Sr. Park Gymnasium, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.
More Info The event theme is “Remember the Past, Pay Tribute to the Victims, and Honor the Survivors.” The event will include an art exhibit, guest speakers, Khmer interpretation, as well as free breakfast and lunch. There is free parking on the street and parking lot. Call the office of Councilmember Andrews at (562) 570-6816 or visit Longbeach.gov/District6/ .
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What Kidicial Mass “Big Adventure” ride
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Sunday, April 17 at 1pm
Where Meet at Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Kids and adults of all ages are welcome. Live music and free ice cream will be provided. Bring a helmet. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
When Sunday, April 17 at 1pm
Where Lakewood Masonic Center, 5918 Parkcrest St.
More Info The group meets with the purpose of collecting, preserving and publishing data relating to genealogy, and it hosts its monthly meetings on the third Sunday of every month. Visit qhgs.info or call Liz Myers at (562) 598-3027.
UP IN THE AIR
What Airport FIS study community meeting
Who Hosted and presented by Long Beach Airport staff
When Wednesday, April 20 from 6pm to 8pm
Where Long Beach Gas and Oil Auditorium, 2400 E. Spring St.
More Info The Long Beach Airport has scheduled a community meeting to present the scope of the feasibility study for the proposed federal inspection service (FIS) facility and to address questions about the study. Along with Long Beach Airport staff will be representatives of the Jacobs Engineering team that are conducting the study to provide information and receive input. Visit lgb.org .
FAMILY FUN
What The Troubbable of Zerubbabel musical
Who Presented by Bethany Lutheran School
When Friday, April 22 from 1:30pm to 7pm
Where Bethany Lutheran School Campus Gymnasium, 5100 E. Arbor Rd.
More Info The musical— presented by the 3rd, 4th and 5th-grade students from the school— tells the story of the rebuilding of the Temple of Solomon and the obstacles encountered. The family friendly presentation is free. Call the school office at (562) 420-7783.
GETTING CRAFTY
What Spring craft fair
Who Presented by Saint Pancratius Catholic Church, Lakewood
When Saturday, April 23 from 9am to 3pm
Where Saint Pancratius Catholic Church, 3519 St. Pancratius Place
More Info The fair will have handcrafts, purses, hand-crafted jewelry, hats, makeup, salsa and photo booth. Email Ruth at jewels4ruthie@yahoo.com .
GETTING GREEN
What Earth Day event
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Saturday, April 23 from 10am to 3pm
Where 3737 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info The Earth Day event will include environmental exhibits, kid activities, earth-friendly vendors, green products and demonstrations, an electric-vehicle showcase, food trucks and a bike valet. There will also be free shredding and e-waste recycling. Free admission. Visit facebook.com/EarthDayBixbyKnolls .
