GOLDEN YEARS
What Senior programming
Who Presented by the 8th District Senior Advisory Committee and Councilmember Al Austin
When Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 2pm
Where Expo Arts Center, 4321 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The program is a free recreational center for seniors that involves activities such as yoga, arts and crafts, cards, chess, bingo, music and classes.Emaildistrict8@longbeach.gov .
‘TIS ALMOST THE SEASON
What Open-house gift shop
Who Hosted by the Community Hospital Long Beach Foundation
When Friday, Nov. 13 from 10am to 7pm, and Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9am to 3pm
Where Community Hospital Long Beach, 1720 Termino Ave.
More Info Gift items will include holiday items, presents for family and friends, ornaments, gift wrap, stocking stuffers and more. Call (562) 498-1000 ext. 3224.
NOW HEAR THIS
What Hearing technology demo
Who Presented by the Hearing Loss Association of America
When Friday, Nov. 13 from 10am to noon
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Oliva Ave.
More Info New technologies are available at a hands-on event that will feature hearing-aid equipment and other tools. Call (562) 630-6141 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org .
WHO? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? WHY?
What Alumni reunion
Who Long Beach City College journalism alumni
When Friday, Nov. 13 from 5pm to 9pm
Where Long Beach City College, 4901 E. Carson St., in the Liberal Arts campus structure, room T1200
More Info Alumni from any Long Beach City College journalism classes in its 88-year history are invited to the reunion. The LBCC Foundation is sponsoring the event that will include recognition of historic accomplishments of City magazine, which debuted in 1979 and the Viking newspaper, which started when the college opened on the campus of Wilson High School in 1927. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to current Viking adviser Patrick McKean at pmckean@lbcc.edu or call (562) 938-4282.
FOR A RAINY DAY
What Rain-harvesting workshop and barrel sale
Who Presented by 8th Council District Long Beach
When Saturday, Nov. 14; workshop from 9am to 10am; barrel pick-up from 9am to 11am
Where Scherer Park Community Room and parking lot, 4646 Pasadena Ave.
More Info The event will be hosted in order to allow residents to prepare for what could possibly be a wet winter. Rain barrels will be available online, and only barrels ordered in advance are guaranteed to be available. Barrels are $85 each, but SoCalWaterSmart offers a a rebate of $75 per barrel for up to four. Visit rainbarrelsintl.com .
BREATHE IN, BREATHE OUT
What Annual walk fundraiser event
Who O2Breathe walk nonprofit organization
When Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9am to 1pm
Where El Dorado Park, 7550 E. Spring Street
More Info The event will help fundraise for pulmonary hypertension, a rare and terminal disease affecting the blood vessels of the heart and lungs. There will be food booths and music. Teams raise money from pledged donations. All participants who raise $100 will get a T-shirt. The Walk route is approximately 3.1 miles, or 5K. A shorter route is available, and participation in the walking part of the event is not required. Register at O2Breathe.org/lb .
DISH ON D.C.
What Monthly meeting
Who Long Beach Republican Women Federated
When Saturday, Nov. 14 at 9:30am
Where Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, 4700 Airport Plaza Dr.
More Info Congressmember Mimi Walters will present an “inside look” into Washington. The meeting is $25 and includes breakfast. RSVP is required. Email RWF@gmail.com, or call (562) 493-4125.
WALK THE WALK
What Monthly walking tours
Who Hosted by Long Beach Heritage
When Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10am to noon; Saturday, Nov. 21 from 9am to 11:30am; Saturday, Nov. 28 at 9:30am
Where Nov. 14: Meet at Ocean and Linden Avenues; Nov. 21: Meet at WPA Mural, 3rd and Promenade; Nov. 28: Meet at Bembridge House, 953 Park Circle
More Info Long Beach Heritage provides walking tours monthly for those who wish to attend. The cost is $10, and $15 for the Bembridge House tour. Visit lbheritage.org .
MOVE IT OR LOSE IT!
What Free Zumba classes
Who Hosted by 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
When Saturday, Nov. 14 and 21; Dec. 5, 12 and 19; and Jan. 9 and 23 from 11am to noon and 12:15pm to 1:15pm
Where Ernest S. McBride Park Gym, 1550 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
More Info The cardio class uses a mix of Latin and international music. The event is free and open to the public. Call (562) 570-6816.
WEAR IT WELL
What Fashion boutique
Who Hosted by St. Isidore Historical Plaza
When Saturday, Nov. 14 from 11:30am to 4pm
Where St. Isidore Historical Plaza, 10961 Reagan St.
More Info A boutique with gently used and new fashion clothing, sizzling sandals, party pumps, accessories, jewelry, trendy handbags and more will be available. All proceeds will be a donation to the plaza. Call June Aguilar at (562) 429-3679.
A SMART START
What HBCU College Fair
Who College tour organization Stepping in the Right Direction
When Saturday, Nov. 14 from 1pm to 5pm
Where Long Beach Convention Center, Seaside Room, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.
More Info The event will teach attendees about historically black colleges and universities, offer advice from HBCU representatives and offer workshops in SAT prep, personal statement writing, financial aid and scholarships. All are welcome. Email nicole@steppingintherightdirection.com or call (626) 676-7309.
SHOP TILL YOU DROP
What Holiday pop-up shop
Who Rancho Los Alamitos Foundation
When Saturday, Nov. 14 from 1pm to 5pm
Where Rancho Los Alamitos Gift Shop, 6400 Bixby Hill Rd.
More Info In addition to gift shop items, there will be local artisans and craftsmen presenting jewelry, glass productts, specialty foods, candles, home décor and more. Email info@RanchoLosAlamitos.org or call (562) 431-3541.
FA-LA-LAAAAA
What LA Opera presentation
Who Hosted by the El Dorado Neighborhood Library
When Saturday, Nov. 14 at 2pm
Where 2900 Studebaker Rd.
More Info An LA Opera community educator will present a multimedia program about the opera Norma. The presentation is free. Light refreshments will be served, and a free opera-related gift will be given out at the end of the presentation. Call (562) 570-7500 or visit lbpl.org .
WRITE RIGHT
What Discussion of “Pain and Survival in Memoir”
Who California Writers Club of Long Beach
When Saturday, Nov. 15 from 2pm to 5pm
Where Long Beach Los Altos Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr.
More Info Speaker Amy Friedman is an author and creative-writing teacher who will discuss crafting a memoir that writers are afraid, but destined, to write. Eminfo@calwriterslongbeach.org .
SPOKES-PEOPLE
What “Canned food drive” bike ride
Who Presented by the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association
When Sunday, Nov. 15 at 1pm
Where Ride begins at Georgie’s Place, 3850 Atlantic Ave.
More Info Canned food donations will be collected for the Long Beach Rescue Mission. Kids and adults of all ages are welcome for the bike ride. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com .
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
What Monthly meeting
Who Questing Heirs Genealogical Society
When Sunday, Nov. 15 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.
FOR THE TOTS
What 16th annual toy drive
Who Hosted by Great Officiants
When Tuesday, Nov. 17 from 10am to 8pm
Where Great Officiants’ new office and wedding chapel, 3740 Atlantic Ave, Suite no. 201
More Info All toys will be donated to For the Child, Whose mission is to build healthier lives for children and families. Bring an unwrapped toy valued at $10 or more. Call (562) 435-4000.
DOLLARS AND SENSE
What Community input on minimum-wage study
Who The City of Long Beach
When Tuesday, Nov. 17 at noon; Friday, Nov. 20 at 4pm; Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 6:30pm
Where Admiral Kidd Park, 2125 Santa Fe Ave.; Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave.; City Council Chambers, 333 W. Ocean Blvd. (on respective dates)
More Info The City is hosting a series of meetings to receive input on a minimum-wage study in Long Beach, as approved by the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation.
ADVANCEMENTS’ ANNIVERSARY
What 75th anniversary celebration
Who The Long Beach NAACP, presented by Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia and 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
When Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 5pm
Where 333 W. Ocean Blvd., 14th floor
More Info The NAACP will be recognized at a Long Beach City Council meeting, where a display of pictures and archives of the NAACP organization will be on display. Call (562) 570-6816 or visit longbeach.gov/district6 .
HAVE A BALL
What Golden Boots Awards Masquerade Ball
Who Nonprofit Honoring Our Fallen, Inc.
When Friday, Nov. 20 from 6pm to 11:45pm
Where Petroleum Club of Long Beach, 3636 Linden Ave.
More Info The ball will include dinner, live entertainment, dancing and a “Golden Boot Award” presentation. All proceeds go to programs and services aiding families of fallen soldiers. Email Laura@honoringourfallen.org or call (800) 796-6359.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What 18th annual Thanksgiving food drive
Who Hosted by the Performance Plus Tire & Automative Superstore
When Sunday, Nov. 22 from 8am to 11:30am
Where 3910 Cherry Ave.
More Info Volunteers are needed to help pack boxes and provide donations if possible. Email joyce@performanceplustire.com .
GIVING THANKS
What Thanksgiving banquet
Who Presented by 6th District Councilmember Dee Andrews
When Monday, Nov. 23 with lunch from 11:30am to 2pm, and dinner from 5pm to 7:30pm
Where Ernest S. McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
More Info The 8th Annual “Serving with a Thankful Heart” is a free event that will be hosted by Councilmember Andrews’s community partners. RSVP is required before the day of the event. Call (562) 570-6816.
A ‘HOME’ AWAY FROM HOME
What Thanksgiving and Christmas meals
Who Hosted by the LGBTQ Center of Long Beach
When Thursday, Nov. 26 at 5pm and Friday, Dec. 25 from 3pm to 6pm
Where LGBTQ Center, 2017 E. 4th St.
More Info Free food and dinner will be served, and each event will have its share of games and social activities. Visit centerlb.org .
GATHER ‘ROUND
What Christmas pageant event
Who Presented by Long Beach churches
When Friday, Dec. 11 to Sunday, Dec 13 from 7:30pm to 9pm
Where 5500 block of Wardlow Road between Bellflower Boulevard and Woodruff Avenue
More Info Community churches will gather to host an event that will feature a candlelit outdoor walk and live performances. The performances and the refreshments will be free. Call (562) 421-1721.
