O COME, ALL YE FAITHFUL
What Breakfast in Bethlehem event
Who Hosted by California Heights United Methodist Church
When Saturday, Dec. 5 from 10am to noon
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info The Christmas event will feature crafts, games, the nativity and activities for children of all ages. Admission is free, but canned-food donation to the Broken Loaf Food Pantry is suggested. Visit calheightsumc.org .
GET READY TO RAMBLE
What Raptor Ramble nature walk
Who Led by ecologist experts of Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8am to 10am
Where Los Cerritos Wetlands, Pacific Coast Highway and 1st Street
More Info Ecologists will lead a nature walk of the Los Cerritos Wetlands, where many raptors live and hunt. Participants might see red-tailed hawks, cooper’s hawks and ospreys.Kingfishers, egrets, owls and hummingbirds also reside in the wetlands. The walk is appropriate for ages 7 and up, and closed-toe shoes are required.Pre-hike snacks will be provided by Whole Foods Market, Long Beach. Park on the inland side of the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 1st Street, just at the border of Long Beach and Seal Beach.RSVP by emailing Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org .
BUS BUSINESS
What Community meeting
Who Presented by Long Beach Transit
When Saturday, Dec. 5 from 10am to noon
Where International Elementary School, 700 Locust Ave., in the auditorium
More Info In February 2016, Long Beach Transit plans to implement a restructuring of the passport route, the complimentary circulator operating in the downtown Long Beach business districts and along the waterfront. The restructuring aims to increase ridership, better connect popular destinations and contribute to the success of the local economy. The community is invited to attend the meeting regarding the restructuring of the route. Spanish translation will be available. Call (562) 591-2301.
EGGS WITH THE ELKS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by the Good Neighbors of North Long Beach
When Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 7pm
Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.
More Info The guest speaker will be Michael Conway, director of business and property development at the City of Long Beach. Email vallerch@gmail.com .
BUILDING CAREERS
What Construction careers job fair
Who Presented by Plenary-Edgemoor Civic Partners
When Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 9am to noon
Where Long Beach Convention Center, Seaside Ballroom, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.
More Info This is a free event for residents seeking job opportunities in the construction field. Call (213) 891-2965.
LIKE GOOD NEIGHBORS
What Potluck party
Who Hosted by the Signal Hill North Neighborhood Association
When Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Where 3255 Cerritos Ave.
More Info The event will include a recap of the Signal Hill North Neighborhood Association’s past year and look forward of what’s to come. Bring a food dish to share. A raffle prize will be included, as well. Call (562) 201-6034.
WALK THE WALK
What Historic walking tours
Who Hosted by Long Beach Heritage
When Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10am to noon (East Village) and Saturday, Dec. 19 from 9am to 11:30am (Downtown Long Beach)
Where Meet at Ocean and Linden Avenues by Modica’s Restaurant (East Village) and WPA Mural, Third and the Promenade (Downtown Long Beach)
More Info Tours usually last about two hours. Tickets are $10 each, and they can be purchased at lbheritage.com . Call (562) 493-7019.
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, Dec. 12 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Long Beach Los Altos Library, 5614 East Britton Dr.
More Info This will be the last meeting at the Los Altos Library. The meeting will feature an open mic, three-minute readings and socializing. Email info@calwriterslongbeach.org .
GATHER ‘ROUND
What Christmas pageant event
Who Presented by Long Beach churches
When Friday, Dec. 11 to Sunday, Dec 13 from 7:30pm to 9pm
Where 5500 block of Wardlow Road between Bellflower Boulevard and Woodruff Avenue
More Info Community churches will gather to host an event that will feature a candlelit outdoor walk and live performances. The performances and the refreshments will be free. Call (562) 421-1721.
CRACK A BOOK
What Literary discussion
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Dec 16 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The literary discussion will focus on Enemies, A Love Story by Isaac Bashevis Singer. The story follows a Holocaust survivor set in 1949 New York. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the book beforehand. Refreshments will be provided. Call the Bixby Knolls Improvement Association at (562) 595-0081.
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
When Sunday, Dec. 20 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. Contact qhgs.info or Shareholder Liz Myers at (562) 598-3027.
