SPOKES FOLKS
What First Fridays event/Long Beach Bicycle Master Plan ride
Who Presented by 8th District Long Beach
When Friday, July 1 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Where Atlantic Avenue between Bixby Road and San Antonio Drive
More Info Residents are invited to ride the temporary-protected bike lanes on Atlantic Avenue between Bixby Road and San Antonio Drive during the First Fridays Art Walk. Tables will feature officials who are part of the Long Beach Bicycle Master Plan to hear input about the project. Visit bikelongbeach.org/masterplan .
MUSIC IN THE AIR
What Summer concerts
Who Presented by the City of Signal Hill
When Starting Monday, July 6 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where Signal Hill Park, 2175 Cherry Ave.
More Info The 2016 Summer Concert Series will begin July 6 with Eagles tribune band Desperado. The entire month of July and some of August will include performances from tribute bands every Wednesday at the same time. Visit cityofsignalhill.org/Calendar.aspx?NID=1&FID=206 .
A FAREWELL
What State of the Second District event
Who Presented by 2nd District Councilmember and Vice Mayor Suja Lowenthal
When Thursday, July 7 at 6:30pm
Where Terrace Theater Promenade, 300 E Ocean Blvd.
More Info Vice Mayor Lowenthal will present her final State of the Second District before she terms out of office after 10 years of council service. The event is open to the public and will include free parking and a reception with light snacks, a food truck, entertainment by local band Hedgehog Swing and a report on the state of the district. RSVP is required. Call (562) 570-6684 or email district2@longbeach.gov .
EAT AND MEET
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the California Federation of Republican Women Southern Division
When Saturday, July 9 at 9am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info Michael Ramirez, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, will be the featured speaker at the event. Ramirez will have his latest book Give me Liberty or Give Me Obamacare for sale, and he will be available for book signing. Cost is $35 and includes breakfast. All are welcome. RSVP to cfrwsodivramirezfundraiser.eventbrite.com .
DREAMING BIG
What “Awakening the Dreamer” symposium
Who Co-sponsored by the South Coast Interfaith Council and Green Long Beach
When Saturday, July 9 from 2pm to 6pm
Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Community members are invited to a free event that connects environmental, social-justice and spiritual groups in a discussion about climate change. The event will be followed up two to three weeks later with an action day centered on improving corners of the city that are important to each individual and group. To register, visit iamlife.yapsody.com/event/index/36029/climatecommunityconnection .
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, July 9 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The guest speaker will be Helen Sedwick, a business attorney who is the author of the Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook. She will discuss copyrights, contracts and more. Email info@calwriterslongbeach.org .
CRACK A BOOK
What Literary discussion
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, July 13 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The literary discussion will be on The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. 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.
BADGES OF HONOR
What Law Enforcement Appreciation Night
Who Presented by the Long Beach Scottish Rite
When Thursday, July 14 at 5:30pm
Where 855 Elm Ave.
More Info The annual event will honor two local officers from the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) and the Signal Hill Police Department (SHPD). This year’s honorees are Michael Stone of the SHPD and Dave Strohman of the LBPD. The cost is $10 per person. Email Frances at frances@lbscottishrite.org or SHPD Chief Michael Langston at mlangston@signalhillpd.org .
FOR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS
What 22nd Annual Benefit for the Animals
Who Presented by Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA)
When Thursday, July 14; reception at 6:30pm; door-prize drawing and performance at 7:30pm
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info The event will benefit FOLBA’s projects, such as its low-cost spay/neuter clinic program. The benefit will have a musical-theater performance, reception featuring finger food, silent auction and music by Ralph Brunson on the piano. Tickets are $30. Visit folba.org or call (562) 988-7647.
VALUING VETERANS
What Fundraiser party
Who Hosted by the nonprofit Operation Confidence
When Saturday, July 16 from 7pm to 11pm
Where The Boathouse on the Bay Restaurant, 190 N. Marina Dr.
More Info The fundraiser will benefit Operations Confidence’s Turning Point Housing Project for homeless disabled veterans. Celebrity performer Dre Knight will be on-hand during the event, as well. Email ocdisabledveterans@gmail.com or call (818) 282-4916.
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
When Sunday, July 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. Contact qhgs.info or Shareholder Liz Myers at (562) 598-3027.
AN ARRESTING EVENT?
What Police foundation luncheon
Who Hosted by the Signal Hill Police Foundation
When Wednesday, July 20 at 11:30am
Where The Grand Event Center, 4101 E. Willow St.
More Info The luncheon will feature guest speaker Jim McDonnell, Los Angeles County sheriff. The event will also honor retiring Signal Hill Police Department reserve officers and raise money to support the department’s community outreach programs. The luncheon is open to the public. Luncheon tickets are $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Call (562) 756-0066 or email info@shpolicefoundation.org .
FROM THE PALETTE TO THE PALATE
What Art show
Who Hosted by Sasha’s— Living with Style
When Thursday, July 21 from 5pm to 8pm
Where 3237 E. Broadway
More Info The event will feature artist Paula Prager showcasing her works. Twelve gourmet food trucks will be out front on Broadway. Visit SashaWitteDesign.com/Events .
HEROES, FOREVER AND EVER
What Summer concert
Who Presented by Long Beach Heritage
When Saturday, July 23 at 4:30pm
Where Santa Anita Race Track, 285 W. Huntington Dr.
More Info Orchestra California Philharmonic will partake in the concert series that serves as a tribute to artists such as Prince, David Bowie, Michael Jackson and Queen. The evening includes a dinner catered by Teak Catering with a choice of 4 entrees. Tickets are $80 for Long Beach Heritage members and $85 for non-members. Visit LBHeritage.org .
HIT THE ROAD!
What 5K Run, Walk, Roll & Stroll event
Who Presented by Meals on Wheels Long Beach
When Saturday, Aug. 6, check-in at 7am
Where Long Beach City College Veterans Memorial Stadium Parking Lot, E. Lew Davis Street, near Carson and Clark Avenues
More Info Funds raised will go to support meals for low-income, homebound disabled veterans residing at the Villages at Cabrillo housing community in Long Beach. The cost starts at $30 and includes a participation T-shirt. The event is $20 for students and disabled people. No bicycles or skateboards. Register at mowlb.org/5k.html .
