‘TREECYCLE’
What Holiday tree recycling
Who Presented by the City of Long Beach
When Drop-off locations available Friday, Jan. 6 from 9am to 5pm; curbside pick-up on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 7am
Where Drop-off available at North Police Substation, 4891 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The City of Long Beach’s annual tree recycling program will provide residents the opportunity to dispose of trees free of charge. Drop-off locations are available at several areas throughout Long Beach, including the north division police station. Trees may be left out where trash is normally collected by 7am on Jan. 7. All trees must have decorations and stands removed. Trees over 12-feet tall should be cut in half. Visit longbeach-recycles.org.
A NEW YEAR OF ART
What First Fridays Art Walk
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Friday, Jan. 6 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Where Atlantic Avenue from Bixby Road to San Antonio Drive
More Info First Fridays will celebrate the new year through art and music at the event. Many vendors and eateries will have discounts and specials for the art walk. Visit firstfridayslongbeach.com.
LET’S GET READY TO RAMBLE
What Raptor Ramble hike
Who Led by Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, Jan. 7 at 8am
Where Meet on the inland side of the intersection of PCH and 1st Street
More Info The two-hour hike will include raptor sightings, such as sea eagles and brown-tailed hawks. The walk is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. Email Elizabeth to RSVP at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org.
RECOGNIZING VETERANS
What “Honor and Duty to Country” presentation
Who Presented by the American Association of University Women
When Saturday, Jan. 7 at 9:30am
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info Wilma Powell, Neya Gilliam and Wendy Lewis will be featured panelists at the event and will document their experiences as members in the military and as veterans. RSVP to Lee Tsao at (562) 805-0672 by Dec. 28.
CONNECT AND COLLECT
What Crop swap event
Who Hosted by Long Beach Fresh
When Saturday, Jan. 7 from 9:30am to 10am
Where Long Beach 9th District Council Office, 6509 Gundry Ave.
More Info The group will convene to share home-grown produce, including pomegranates, oranges, lemons, limes, basil, rosemary, passion fruits, avocados, kale, bananas, sage and more. The grand opening of Rain Barrels, Intl. will also occur concurrently with the event at the same location. Rain barrels will be available for purchase. Visit lbfresh.org.
STOP IT
What Smoking-prevention program
Who Presented by the American Lung Association
When Meetings begin Tuesday, Jan. 10
Where Todd Cancer Pavilion Group Room, 2nd floor, 2810 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info The association is presenting the seven-week “Freedom From Smoking” program to help tobacco users gain control over smoking and quit. The program is free and includes eight meetings, parking and a workbook. Registration deadline is Friday, Jan. 6. Call 800-MEMORIAL to register.
LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR…
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by the Good Neighbors of North Long Beach
When Tuesday, Jan . 10 at 7am
Where Spire’s Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.
More Info The guest speaker for the meeting will be George Ker, project manager for the DeForest Wetlands Restoration Project. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com.
CRACK A BOOK
What Literary discussion
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The literary discussion will focus on Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson. 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.
CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?
What Guest speaker
Who Hosted by the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6:30pm
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Olivia Ave.
More Info Audiologist David DeKriek will present current hearing-aid technology, including Bluetooth and iPhone-compatible wireless devices. No reservations are necessary and admission is free. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org.
AND! ACTION!
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Republican Women Federated
When Saturday, Jan. 14 at 9am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info John Sullivan, writer, director and executive producer, will be the guest speaker at the meeting. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for guests and includes breakfast. Email longbeachRWF@gmail.com or call (562) 938-9180 to RSVP.
Who DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Questing Heirs Genealogy Society
When Sunday, Jan. 15 at 1pm
Where Lakewood Masonic Center, 5918 Parkcrest St.
More Info The group will discuss new genealogy research tools. The meetings are free and open to the public. Call Liz Myers at (562) 598-3027 or visit qhgs.info.
FOR THE KIDS
What Miller Children’s Night
Who Presented by Long Beach Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital and Long Beach State University
When Friday, Jan. 27 at 7:30pm
Where Lakewood Ice, 3975 Pixie Ave.
More Info The Long Beach State University hockey team will face Loyola Marymount University in a game that will help raise funds for Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital. The game will include a silent auction, prizes and more. General admission is $10. LBSU students with a student I.D. receive $5 off admission. Visit memorialcare.org/miller-childrens-womens-hospital-long-beach.
GET BEHIND THE WHEEL
What Driver course
Who Hosted by Long Beach Memorial Hospital
When Thursday, Jan. 31 from 9am to 1pm
Where Long Beach Memorial, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The AARP Smart Driver Refresher Course is a four-hour class that requires attendees to have previously participated in the eight-hour AARP course from earlier this year. The driving instruction is for anybody over the age of 55 and who needs a “refresher” on driving skills and defensive-driving techniques. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members.
