BRING A BAG
What Free food distribution
Who Presented by 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
When Friday, June 17 at 9am
Where Ernest S. McBride, Sr. Park, 1550 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
More Info The free event ends when all food is disbursed. Attendees should bring their own bag. Call (562) 570-6816.
WALK, RUN OR ROLL
What Long Beach 5K/10K event
Who Presented by the nonprofit United States Veterans Initiative
When Saturday, June 18 at 8am
Where Granada Beach, 1 Granada Ave.
More Info The event will raise funds for veterans at the United Stated Veterans Initiative. The funds will also support veterans and their families at the Villages of Cabrillo. The event will also honor 4th District Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe. Participants can “walk, run or roll.” Awards will go to the top three overall male, female and wheelchair runners. Every race registration includes a free T-shirt. Registration begins at $25 per person. Visit usvetsinc.org/longbeach to register or sponsor a veteran.
HELPING OTHERS
What 9th Annual Liver Life Walk
Who Hosted by the American Liver Foundation (ALF)
When Saturday, June 18 at 10am
Where William Mason Regional Park, 18712 University Ave.
More Info The walk will raise funds for thousands of patients battling liver disease, including hepatitis. There is no registration fee, but walkers are encouraged to set a personal or team fundraising goal. Each walker who raises $100 or more will earn a T-shirt. Call Farah Douglas at (310) 670-4624 or email fdouglas@liverfoundation.org .
WANA KNOW MORE?
What Los Angeles River presentation
Who Presented by the Wrigley Area Neighborhood Alliance (WANA)
When Monday, June 20 at 6:45pm
Where Veterans Park Social Hall, 101 E. 28th St.
More Info The guest speaker will be William Preston Bowling, with Friends of the Los Angeles River. Bowling will discuss recreational opportunities, including fishing in the Willow Street Estuary and artistic visions for altering the hardscape to enhance public safety and capturing water for irrigating parks and open space. Call Joan Greenwood at (562) 355-8679 or email wrigleyalliance@gmail.com .
COMMANDER AND COUNCILMEMBERS
What Social meeting
Who Hosted by the Los Cerritos Neighborhood Association (LCNA)
When Wednesday, June 22 at 6:30pm
Where Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info Guest speakers include LBPD North Division Commander Rudy Komisza and councilmembers Al Austin and Roberto Uranga. Wine, soda, water and cookies will be served. Bring lawn chairs or blankets if desired. Picnic dinners are also welcome. Visit LosCerritosNA.org .
WALK THROUGH HISTORY
What See, Sip & Savor event
Who Hosted by the Historical Society of Long Beach (HSLB)
When Friday, June 24 from 6pm to 9pm
Where Check in at the southeast corner of Vista Street and Argonne Avenue
More Info The event will provide a historical walking tour where a small number of guests are welcomed into homes in Belmont Heights. This year, the adventure includes exploring the Gaytonia Apartments. Proceeds support the HSLB’s mission to collect, preserve and present the history of Long Beach. General admission is $60. Purchase tickets online at hslb.org or call (562) 424-2220.
WALK THE WALK, RUN THE RUN
What Annual prostate cancer run/walk
Who Hosted by ZERO— The End of Prostate Cancer, a nonprofit organization
When Saturday, June 25 at 7:15am (registration)
Where Shoreline Aquatic Park, 100 Aquarium Wy., behind Aquarium of the Pacific
More Info The organization will bring together the Los Angeles/Long Beach community for a 5K run/walk to save lives and help more than 17,000 men in California who will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, according to the nonprofit. Funds raised for this year’s event will go toward national efforts to provide research for new treatments, patient support resources and to educate men and families about prostate cancer. Registration prices end at $35. Visit support.zerocancer.org and zeroprostatecancerrun.org/losangeles .
HAVING A FIELD DAY
What Field-day event
Who Hosted by the Associated Radio Amateurs of Long Beach (ARALB)
When Saturday, June 25 at 11am
Where Recreation Park, 4900. E 7th St.
More Info Aspects of amateur radio will be on display, including Morse code, satellite and various digital communications. The McBride High School Amateur Radio Club will be participating with ARALB members, and the Columbia Astronomers of Downey will also be on-hand with telescopes for nighttime viewing and will be showcasing solar scopes for viewing the sun. The event is free and all are welcome to attend. Call (562) 533-3235.
MUSIC IN THE AIR
What Concert at the Rancho
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos
When Sunday, June 26 at 4:30pm; concert begins at 5:30pm
Where Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info Jazz band Al Threats and Amusement Park will be performing. Attendees may pack a picnic dinner and invite friends and family for a free concert on the historic grounds. The adobe home will remain open for tours throughout the evening. No pets allowed.
CALLING ALL BOOKWORMS
What Fundraising gala
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Public Library Foundation
When Saturday, June 26 from 5pm to 9pm
Where Hotel Maya, 700 Queensway Dr.
More Info The 13th Annual Grape Expectations Gala will feature a reception with appetizers, varietal wine tastings, a five-course gourmet menu created by Executive Chef Victor Juarez, paired with fine wines selected by Randy Kemner, proprietor of The Wine Country. The event will also include raffle baskets and silent and live auctions. The guest speaker will be Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia. Call the Long Beach Public Library Foundation at (562) 628-2441 or email info@LBPLfoundation.org .
SWEET SOUNDS
What Municipal band concerts
Who Presented by the Long Beach Municipal Band
When Beginning Wednesday, June 29 at 6:30pm
Where Los Cerritos Park, 3750 Del Mar Ave.
More Info The Long Beach Municipal Band will provide performances throughout the months of June, July and August at Los Cerritos Park. Bring family and friends for a picnic dinner and live music. Visit longbeach.gov for the entire schedule of concert performances.
