HELP FOR LITTLE ONES
What Spring faire
Who Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach Auxiliary
When Friday, April 7 from 7:30am to 5pm
Where Houssels Forum, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The purpose of the event is to raise funds for Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach. The faire will include a silent auction, gift basket raffles and bake sale, as well as more than 60 vendors selling a variety of items, including clothing, jewelry, crafts, ceramics, toys, candles, beauty products and more. Proceeds benefit the Small Baby Program at Miller Children’s. Open to the public. Call (562) 260-6540.
FEELING LUCKY?
What Casino night event
Who Hosted by the Youth Center Los Alamitos
When Saturday, April 8 from 6pm to 10pm
Where Youth Center, 10909 Oak St.
More Info The James Bond-themed party will feature black jack, roulette, poker, craps and baccarat. The proceeds will go toward the group’s community-support campaign. Visit theyouthcenter.org or call (562) 493-4043.
FAIR THEE WELL
What County fair
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association and Long Beach Fresh When Friday, April 7 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Where 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The event, which will be part of the First Fridays Art Walk, is a free showcase that includes educational displays and demonstrations about produce, art, music, games, fair food and animals along Atlantic Avenue. Visit firstfridayslongbeach.com or lbfresh.org.
OUT WITH THE OLD?
What Antique appraisal day event
Who Hosted by the Friends of Signal Hill Library
When Saturday, April 8 from 8am to 1pm
Where Signal Hill Community Center, 1770 E. Hill St.
More Info Residents will be able to bring collectibles or heirlooms to have their values assessed. Antiques will be available for purchase. Cost per items is $8 or four for $28. There is a limit of four items per person. No furniture or firearms. All proceeds will benefit the Friends of Signal Hill Library. Call Sylvia at (562) 704-9726 or visit FOSHL.org.
FRANK ABOUT FRAUD
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Republican Women Federated
When Saturday, April 8 at 9am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info Linda Paine, president and co-founder of the Election Integrity Project, Inc., will be the speaker at the meeting and will discuss voter fraud. Cost is $27 for members and $32 for guests. Visit longbeachrepublicanwomen.com to register.
GOT SOMETHING TO LOSE?
What Weight-loss seminar
Who Hosted by Dignity Health—St. Mary Medical Center
When Saturday, April 8 from 10am to 11am
Where Dignity Health—St. Mary Medical Center, 1050 Linden Ave.
More Info The informational seminar will provide details on surgical weight-loss options, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, Fobi-Pouch, Adjustable Lap-Band and more. Call (562) 350-0485 to register.
A WORLD OF FUN
What Earth Day event
Who Hosted by the City of Long Beach
When Saturday, April 8 from 10am to 3pm
Where 3737 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info The free community event recognizes Earth Day by seeking to increase environmental awareness through recycling, education and activities for all residents. The City and other vendors will be on-hand to share sustainable and subsidized programs for residents. Visit facebook.com/EarthDayBixbyKnolls.
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, April 8 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info Paula Margulies, who is a book publicist, author and public speaker, will be the guest speaker. Email info@calwriterslongbeach.org.
RETIRED BUT ACTIVE
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE)
When Monday, April 10 at 1pm
Where Veteran’s Community Center, Veteran’s Park, 101 E 28th St.
More Info The meeting will discuss retirement details for any local residents who are interested. Visit narfe.org.
CALLING ALL BOOKWORMS
What Bixby Knolls Literary Society
Who Sponsored by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Wednesday, April 12 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Avenue
More Info The Book of Unknown Americans by Christina Henriquez will be the next title discussed. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the book in advance. Refreshments will be provided. Call (562) 595-0081 or email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com.
PAIN IN THE NECK?
What Health-education lecture
Who Hosted by Long Beach Memorial
When Friday, April 14 from noon to 4pm
Where Long Beach Memorial, Houssels Fourm, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The lecture called “All About Back and Neck Pain” will be presented by Azadeh Farin, a neurosurgeon at Long Beach Memorial, and then answer a few questions. Free lunch will be provided. Call (562) 933-1650 to register.
BUTTER UP!
What Pancake breakfast fundraiser
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Area Council Boy Scouts of America
When Saturday, April 15 from 8am to 10am
Where Applebee’s, 899 E. Spring St.
More Info The event will supports the scout group’s scout-reach program. Cost is $10 and includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, red potatoes, coffee and orange juice. Credit cards accepted. Call Sherry at (562) 427-0911 ext. 244.
BRANCHING OUT
What Neighborhood tree-planning event
Who Presented by 8th District Long Beach
When Saturday, April 22 from 9am to noon
Where Dooley Elementary School, 5075 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info Councilmember Al Austin and the City of Long Beach’s Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau— and other community organizations— will host the event to celebrate Earth Day. Volunteers will help plant trees around the school. Call the services bureau at (562) 570-6866.
TEE OFF
What Golf tournament
Who Hosted by Food Finders
When Monday, April 24 at 11:30am
Where Lakewood Country Club, 3101 E. Carson St.
More Info The tournament will sponsor Food Finder’s Food Rescue Program. Registration costs include single players for $150, foursome players for $600 and other optional donation amounts. Visit foodfinders.org/event/fore-food-rescue-golf-tournament to learn more about registration costs and tournament details.
EGGS FOR ELKS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by the Elks Lodge #888
When Sunday, April 30 from 8am to noon
Where 16426 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The cost is 47 per person and includes eggs to order, full breakfast buffet, waffles with all toppings, coffee, orange juice and drink specials at the bar.
