HEAD AND HEART HEALTH
What Mental health first-aid workshop
Who Presented by the National Health Council
When Friday, Jan. 29 from 9am to 1pm
Where 1301 Pine Ave., training room, second floor
More Info The event is a response to recent gun violence. Learn: risk factors and warning signs of mental-health problems; information on depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis and addiction disorders; a five-step action plan to help someone developing a mental-health problem or in crisis; and where to turn for help. Email Havonnah at hjohnson@tgclb.org .
THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY
What Breakfast fundraiser
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Alumnae Chapter— Delta Sigma Theta sorority
When Saturday, Jan. 30 from 8am to 10am
Where Applebee’s Restaurant, 899 E. Spring St.
More Info The breakfast includes an all-you-can-eat selection of pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee. To reserve a spot, a $10 donation is required beforehand. Registration can be fulfilled by mailing a donation to: DST Long Beach Alumnae, P.O. Box 91623, or registering at eventbrite.com . Call (844) 378-5222 ext. 2201 or email events@lbadst.org .
NOT A ‘WASTE’ OF TIME
What E-waste and shred drive
Who Hosted by students of Hughes Middle School
When Saturday, Jan. 30 from 9am to noon
Where Hughes Middle School, 3846 California Ave.
More Info Funds raised will go toward taking students on different field trips where they can learn more about how to keep the world environmentally green and protected. A donation is encouraged. Visit lbhughes.schoolloop.com .
TRIVIAL CONCERNS
What Trivia for charity event
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Junior Chamber of Commerce, a group of youth who participate in charitable projects
When Saturday, Jan. 30 from 2pm to 3:30pm
Where Gaslamp Restaurant, 6251 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
More Info The event will feature multiple rounds of trivia on Long Beach history, notable places and fun facts. Teams register and participate for a charity of choice. Teams are composed of six players, and the entry is $300 per team. To register, call Tony at (562) 264-3460.
FA-LA-LAAAA
What Orchestral concert
Who Presented by Long Beach Polytechnic High School
When Saturday, Jan. 30 at 3pm
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info The event will feature six outstanding solos from seniors at the school. The program will include the works of musicians Mozart, Weber and Bartok. Free-will donation is encouraged. Child care also provided. Visit calheightsumc.org, or call (562) 595-1996.
EGGS WITH THE ELKS
What Monthly Breakfast
Who Hosted by the Bellflower and Long Beach Elks Lodge 888
When Sunday, Jan. 31. from 8am to 11:30am
Where 16426 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info Breakfast will be open to the public at $6.50 per person. The meal includes eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, biscuits with gravy, assorted fruit, Belgian waffles, orange juice and coffee. Email Jim at jimgun99@yahoo.com .
THEY MATTER
What Black History Month celebration
Who Presented by the City of Long Beach and the 8th District
When Tuesday, Feb. 2; exhibit opens at 3pm; receptions begins at 4pm; and a special programs begins at 5pm
Where Long Beach Civic Center Lobby, 333 W. Ocean Blvd.
More Info The event commemorating the start of Black History Month will include multiple photo exhibits such as the Forgotten Images Collection, the Genealogy Project and the Power of Choice. Email Heather at heather.morrison@longbeach.gov .
THE NEXT SUPPER
What Supper Club meeting
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Supper Club
When Tuesday, Feb. 2 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Where Bixby’s Brooklyn Deli, 4280 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The meal is open to the public. Seating is limited to 40 people. RSVP by emailing SupperClub@ BixbyKnollsInfo.com by providing the number of people in the party and the preferred seating time.
BELOW THE SURFACE
What Aquatic discussion
Who Presented by the Long Beach Sierra Club, a group that focuses on nature
When Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 7:30pm
Where Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 E. Willow St.
More Info The Sierra Club meeting will feature guest speaker and aquarist Josh Wagner, who will discuss the nature of sea jellies. Call John at (562) 252-0686.
A N’AWLINS TRADITION
What First Fridays Mardi Gras
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Friday, Feb. 5 from 6:30pm to 9pm
Where Begins at Georgies Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The Mardi Gras edition of First Fridays will begin the festivities with a parade. The Mardi Gras king and queen are Servando Orozco, owner of Orozco’s Auto Service, and Jane Ho, owner of Baskin Robbins, respectively. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
SHELL GAME?
What Turtle trek
Who Hosted by the Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, Feb. 6 at 8am
Where Intersection of PCH and 1st Street
More Info Ecologists will lead a walk through salt marshes for a glimpse of endangered sea turtles that have taken up residence in a portion of the San Gabriel River. There is parking available. The hike is appropriate for ages seven and older. Pre-hike snacks will be provided by Whole Foods Market, Long Beach. RSVP by contacting Elizabeth at elizabeth@ lcwlandtrust.org .
FOR A RAINY DAY
What Rain barrel and harvesting workshop
Who Presented by 8th district Long Beach
When Saturday, Feb. 6; workshop from 9am to 10am; barrel distribution from 9am to 11am
Where Hughes Middle School, 3846 California Ave.
More Info The event will allow residents to prepare for a rainy season. Rain barrels will be available online, and only barrels ordered in advance are guaranteed to be available. Barrels are $85 each, but SoCal-WaterSmart offers a a rebate of $75 per barrel for up to four. Visit rainbarrelsintl.com .
LADIES WHO BREAKFAST
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the American Association of University Women
When Saturday, Feb. 6; breakfast served at 9am; program at 10am; business meeting at 11am
Where Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave.
More Info The meeting will feature guest speaker G. Sylvia Pullen, an entrepreneur, talk show host, publisher and producer. Call Judith at (562) 429-2790 for reservations.
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, Feb. 6 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The topic for the meeting is dubbed “Traditional and Self-Published: My Journey,” and it will feature guest speaker Jonathan Yanez, an author, talking about advantages and disadvantages of being published on a traditional and self-published level. Email info@ calwriterslongbeach.org .
CRACK A BOOK
What Literary discussion
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society When Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 7pm
Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The literary discussion will feature a guest writer, Pamela Samuels Young, who is a practicing attorney and an award-winning author of six thrillers. 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.
WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN…
What “After-hours” candle-lit tours
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos
When Saturday, Feb. 13 from 6pm to 8pm every 15 minutes
Where Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info In honor of Valentine’s Day, the ranch will provide the tours and will include a historic look of an a adobe home, and the night will conclude with dessert and live romantic music. Tickets are $15 per person, and reservations are required. Call (562) 206-2040.
