HELP FOR THE LITTLE ONES
What Lecture event
Who Hosted by Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Friday, March 24 from 8am to 10:30am
Where Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Experts Donna Pincus and Reggie Melrose will be guest speakers at the event and discuss child psychology and anxiety. Parking will be validated. When attendees arrive, call Samantha at (562) 650-8852.
CULINARY CULTURE
What Victorian dining event
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos
When Saturday, March 25 at 10am
Where 4600 Virginia Rd.
More Info Culinary historian Richard Foss will discuss cooking and dining in Victorian Southern California as part of Rancho Los Cerritos’ Foodways of the West lecture series. Tickets are $8 for general admission and $5 for students with a valid ID. Visit rancholoscerritos.org.
BROWSE THE BOOKS
What Grand re-opening
Who Hosted by the Friends of Signal Hill Library
When Saturday, March 25 from 11am to noon
Where Signal Hill Library, 1780 E. Hill St.
More Info The library will be available for those who are interested in searching the facility’s collection of books and resources. The library is also collecting donations. Call Sylvia at (562) 704-9726.
A ‘RIVETING’ EXPERIENCE
What Thanksgiving Rosie event
Who Presented by the Long Beach Rosie the Riveter Foundation
When Saturday, March 25 at 3pm
Where Long Beach Rosie the Riveter Park, 4900 E. Conant St.
More Info Congressman Alan Lowenthal will accept the “Thanksgiving Rosie” for placement in the park in remembrance of the March 21 National Rosie the Riveter Day, which recognizes women who worked on the home front during World War II. Visit thanksgivingfield.org.
HISTORY LESSONS
What World War II discussion
Who Hosted by the Historical Society of Long Beach
When Saturday, March 25 from 3pm to 5pm
Where Historical Society of Long Beach, 4260 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The discussion will feature a conversation about local Japanese-American residents and their World War II challenges. Panelists will include Naomi Hirahara, co-author of Terminal Island: The Lost Communities of Los Angeles Harbor. Visit hslb.org.
THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND
What Annual meeting
Who Hosted by Los Cerritos Wetlands Land Trust
When Thursday, March 30 at 7pm
Where Kettering Elementary School Auditorium, 550 Silvera Ave.
More Info Professor Lily House Peters will brief attendees in an overview of climate resilience and its roles in reducing vulnerability to climate-change impacts. Email Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org to RSVP.
NAVIGATING THE SPECTRUM
What Autism-awareness ceremony
Who Hosted by Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Friday, March 31 from noon to 12:30pm
Where Miller Children’s Pavilion, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Gary Feldman, M.D., medical director, will speak on the impact of autism. Attendees are encouraged to wear blue in an effort to raise awareness. All attendees will receive a commemorative gift. Parking will be validated. Call (562) 933-1614.
ENJOYING THE GOLDEN YEARS
What Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo
Who Hosted by Golden Future Expos Inc.
When Saturday, April 1 from 10am to 2:30pm
Where Best Western Golden Sails Hotel, 6285 PCH
More Info The event will feature products, services and resources for SoCal Baby Boomers and seniors, as well as numerous speakers and workshops. Admission and parking are free. Visit GoldenFutureSeniorExpo.com or call (424) 772-6039. Attendees may also register at the door.
MORE HELP FOR LITTLE ONES
What Spring faire
Who Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach Auxiliary
When Thursday, April 6 and Friday, April 7 from 7:30am to 5pm
Where Houssels Forum, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The purpose of the event is to raise funds for Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach. The faire will include a silent auction, gift basket raffles and bake sale, as well as more than 60 vendors selling a variety of items, including clothing, jewelry, crafts, ceramics, toys, candles, beauty products and more. Proceeds benefit the Small Baby Program at Miller Children’s. Open to the public. Call (562) 260-6540.
CALLING ALL BOOKWORMS
What Bixby Knolls Literary Society
Who Sponsored by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Wednesday, April 12 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Avenue
More Info The Book of Unknown Americans by Christina Henriquez will be the next title discussed. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the book in advance. Refreshments will be provided. Call (562) 595-0081 or email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com.
