…ANOTHER MAN’S TREASURE
What Annual rummage sale
Who Hosted by the California Heights United Methodist Church
When Friday, June 3 from 8am to 6pm and Saturday, June 4 from 8am to noon
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info The church will have discounted items for sale. Visit calheightsumc.org or call (562) 595-1996.
TGIFF
What First Fridays Art Walk
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Friday, June 3 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Where Businesses along Atlantic Avenue in Bixby Knolls
More Info Free parking will be available at the Bixby Business Center on the corner of Atlantic and San Antonio avenues. Visit firstfridayslongbeach.com .
RAPTOR RAMBLE
What Raptor-oriented walk
Who Led by Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, June 4 at 8am
Where Meet at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 1st Street
More Info A two-hour nature hike of the Hellman Ranch Wetlands will give tourists the opportunity to spot raptors, such as sea eagles and brown-tailed hawks. The walk is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. To RSVP, email Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org or visit lcwlandtrust.org .
FROM THE GROUND UP
What Groundbreaking ceremony
Who Presented by the City of Long Beach
When Saturday, June 4 at 10am
Where Promenade Square Park Tot Lot, The Promenade North and East 1st St.
More Info The public is invited to attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Promenade Square Park Tot Lot, which will include a slide, several climbing structures and climbing rocks, a park bench and playground safety surfacing. Call Gladys Kaiser at (562) 570-3150.
HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH
What Lifestyle, health and active-aging expo
Who Presented by the Golden Future Senior Expo
When Saturday, June 4 from 10am to 3pm
Where Best Western Golden Sails Hotel, 6285 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
More Info The expo will feature free parking, free admission, free seminars and information from a variety of experts. There will also be free health screenings and entertainment. Visit goldenfutureseniorexpo.com .
MAKING WAVES
What “Paddle Out in Memory of the Waves” event
Who Presented by 70th District Assemblymember Patrick O’Donnell
When Saturday, June 4 at 11am
Where Granada Launch Ramp, Granada Ave. and Ocean Blvd.
More Info O’Donnell, along with the Long Beach Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation, will provide an update on the Army Corps of Engineers’s East San Pedro Bay Ecosystem Restoration Study and the potential to reconfigure the Long Beach Breakwater. The update will be followed by a ceremony on the water to commemorate the area’s history as a destination for surfers and beach enthusiasts. To RSVP, call O’Donnell’s district office at (562) 429-0470 or email allison.gallagher@asm.ca.gov .
TRUE COLORS
What “Rainbow Surprise” Creation Station
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos
When Saturday, June 4 from 1pm to 4pm
Where Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info Activities will include painting butterflies, creating engravings and crafting vibrant mosaics that involve using every color of the rainbow. Creation Station workshops are held rain or shine. In addition to participating in these hands-on activities, visitors can choose to take a free house tour between 1pm and 5pm, or a garden tour at 2:30pm. Call Danielle Lewis at (562) 206-2038.
OVER THE NET
What Grand opening ceremony
Who Presented by the City of Long Beach
When Saturday, June 4 at 1:30pm
Where Recreation Park, Volleyball Court, Park Avenue and the Band Shell, north of 7th Street and south of Federation Drive
More Info The public is invited to attend a grand opening ceremony for the new volleyball court at Recreation Park. The new court replaces a dilapidated volleyball court area in the park, where volleyball play is popular. The sand volleyball court is larger than the existing court and is consistent with standard sand-court specifications. New drainage features, new poles and netting are also installed. Call Gladys Kaiser at (562) 570-3150.
FA-LA-LA-LA-LAAAA
What Choral festival
Who Presented by the Belmont Heights, California Heights and Lakewood First churches
When Sunday, June 5 at 3pm
Where California Heights United Methodist Church, 3759 Orange Ave.
More Info A choral festival will be presented by choirs from the three local United Methodist churches. There will be a reception following the program. Free-will donation is requested. Child care is provided. Visit calheightsumc.org or call (562) 595-1996.
READ MY LIPS
What Free lip-reading classes
Who Hosted by the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Wednesday, June 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 9:30am to 11:30am
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Oliva Ave.
More Info The class continues through with a series of beginner lessons. No formal registration. There will be no classes offered in July and August. Wednesday classes will start up again in September. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org .
SHHHHH
What Silent auction
Who Hosted by the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Thursday, June 9 at 6:30pm
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Olivia Ave.
More Info Unused technology will be auctioned off during the potluck event. Members and guests will be able to bid on unused items from the Hearing Assistive Technology Committee. No reservations are necessary, and admission is free. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org .
MEET AND EAT
What 7th Annual Pizza Pig-Out
Who Hosted by the Wrigley Association
When Friday, June 10 from 6pm to 8pm
Where Holy Innocents School, 2500 Pacific Ave.
More Info A dozen pizzerias from across Long Beach will vie for the crown of “Best Pizza” in Long Beach at the annual event. A panel of judges, as well as the votes of 1000 expected attendees, will decide who serves Long Beach’s best crust, best toppings and is the most unique, along with many other awards. Admission is $5 and includes a vote and a tasting of a wide variety of Long Beach pizzas. Visit facebook.com/PizzaPigOut .
LEANING LEFT?
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Long Beach Republican Women Federated
When Saturday, June 11 at 9:30am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info Larry Greenfield, publisher of the Journal of International Security Affairs, will speak on the topic of “Why Are Jews Still Liberal?” RSVP is required to LBRWF@gmail.com or call (562) 493-4125 and leave a message. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for guests and includes breakfast. All are welcome.
WRITE RIGHT
What Writers club meeting
Who Hosted by the California Writers Club
When Saturday, June 11 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Ruth Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info Jill Amadio, an award-winning journalist, author, collaborator, ghostwriter and screenwriter, will be a guest speaker at the meeting. The topic is “Reaching Your Writing Goals.” Visit calwriterslongbeach.org .
HELP THEM HAVE A BALL
What 2016 Army Birthday Ball
Who Hosted by the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army in cooperation with Post # 283 of the American Legion
When Saturday, June 11 at 6pm
Where The Queen Mary Grand Ballroom, 1126 Queens Hwy.
More Info “Give a Soldier a Night Off” is the theme for the annual Army Birthday Ball. The event is intended to give soldiers the opportunity to relax and have fun at a formal military gala to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 241st birthday, going back to June 14, 1775. A donation or sponsorship is requested. Purchase tickets or donate money by visiting ausaglac.info/army-ball-purchase-tickets-to-attend/ .
LIKE GOOD NEIGHBORS
What Monthly breakfast
Who Hosted by the Good Neighbors of North Long Beach
When Tuesday, June 14 at 7am
Where Spires Restaurant, 1935 Del Amo Blvd.
More Info The guest speaker will be 8th District Councilmember Al Austin, Who will talk about the City and 8th-district issues. Email Val at vallerch@gmail.com .
POLITICAL PLAYERS
What Annual Long Beach Political Players Radio Show
Who Presented by the Long Beach Playhouse
When Wednesday, June 15 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info The event will feature a script, complete with sound effects, written by Gazettes Executive Director Harry Saltzgaver that will be performed by Long Beach Political Players, Who include Al Austin, Stacy Mungo and Doug Haubert. Tickets are $85. Call (562) 494-1014 ext. 1 to purchase tickets. Email Andrew Vonderschmitt at andrew@lbplayhouse.org .
FOR THE ANIMALS
What Meet and greet
Who Hosted by the Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA)
When Thursday, June 16 from 6pm to 8pm
Where Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St.
More Info The free-to-attend animal-lovers mingle will include a taco and wine/beer bar, local vendors offering free dog-food samples, adoptable shelter pets, a presentation of FOLBA’s accomplishments over the past year and a musical presentation by the cast of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Visit folba.org .
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.
