ART WITH HEART
What Kids art exhibition
Who Hosted by Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Friday, Oct. 28 from noon to 5pm
Where Miller Children’s Hospital, Houssels Forum, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The pediatric-patient art exhibition will feature the artwork of current and former patients. The first 150 attendees will receive a free patient-art calendar. Calendars and greeting cards will be available for purchase, as well. Call Denise at (562) 243-0170 or email Marissa at mgomez3@memorialcare.org.
STOP IT
What Anti-bullying workshop
Who Presented by the office of 3rd District Councilmember Suzie Price
When Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9am to noon
Where CSULB, CBA building, Room 140, 1250 Bellflower Blvd.
More Info The workshop will cover the topics of bullying, safety and social media. Guest speakers will discuss social-media trends and its effects on children and how being “cyber safe” can protect individuals from being bullied. Free parking will be available at Lot 17. To RSVP, call Lisa at (562) 570-6300 or email lisa.west@longbeach.gov.
ON THE GREEN
What Golf tournament
Who Presented by Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 9am
Where Pelican Hill Golf Club, 22800 S. Pelican Hill Rd.
More Info The Wally Joyner and Friends Golf Classic will help raise funds for the Miller Long Beach Hospital. Participating at the event at an MVP Sponsorship Level will give attendees the opportunities to golf alongside those who have played in Major League Baseball. To RSVP, call (562) 933-1670.
CAREER MOVES
What Job fair
Who Presented by Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach
When Thursday, Nov. 3 from 8am to 11am and 4pm to 7pm
Where Long Beach Memorial, Houssels Forum, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The hospital will host the fair for career opportunities as physical and occupational therapists and BSN-prepared RNs. Refreshments and parking validation will be included. Call (562) 933-1251.
‘TIS (ALMOST) THE SEASON
What Holiday boutique events
Who Hosted by the Assistance League of Long Beach
When Thursday, Nov. 3 and Friday, Nov. 4 from 9am to 4pm
Where Assistance League of Long Beach Philanthropic Center, 6220 E. Spring St.
More Info Holiday items on sale include decorations, home accessories, purses, apparel, tabletop items, orchids, jams and jellies, olive oils, soaps and lotions, candy, jewelry and more. Admission and parking is free. Door prizes will be awarded hourly during the event. Email Suzanne at spleo10@gmail.com or call (909) 210-6245.
FAST TALK
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by Friends of Belmont Shore
When Thursday, Nov. 3 at 6pm
Where St. Bartholomew’s Church, 5100 E. Broadway
More Info The meeting will include a Powerpoint presentation by attorney Alex Cherin and developer Steve Shaul from CenterCal Properties and Raymond Lin from Taki-Sun, the property owners of Seaport Marina Hotel. There will also be discussion on the issue of speeding on E. Ocean Boulevard and adding more parking. Visit shorefriends.org.
WALK ABOUT
What Walking tour
Who Led by Los Cerritos Wetlands
When Saturday, Nov. 5 from 8am to 10am
Where Meet at the intersection of PCH and 1st Street
More Info Ecologist will lead a nature walk through the Marketplace Marsh. Attendees will see Great Blue Herons. The walk is appropriate for those ages 7 and up. Closed-toe shoes are required. To RSVP, email Elizabeth at elizabeth@lcwltrust.org.
CALLING EARLY SHOPPERS
What Holiday fundraiser
Who Hosted by PEO Chapter OL of Long Beach
When Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9am to 3pm
Where Grace First Presbyterian Church, 3955 Studebaker Rd.
More Info The marketplace-type event will include handmade fabric creations, garden greenery, jewelry, edibles, holiday and home decor and other items available for purchase. Call Anna at (562) 882-3380 or email peolongbeach@gmail.com.
EDUCATED AND EMPOWERED
What “Empowering Underserved Women” event
Who Hosted by the American Association of University Women
When Saturday, Nov. 5 at 9:30am
Where Leisure World, Clubhouse 3, Room 1, 13533 Seal Beach Blvd.
More Info The group will present the story of Nicole De La Roza Rivera, who received a career-development grant from the American Association of University Women. Lunch will be available and catered by Baja Fresh. RSVP by Oct. 29. Email lee.tsao@hotmail.com.
SALUTING THOSE WHO SERVED
What 20th Annual Long Beach Veterans Day Parade
Who Presented by the Long Beach Veterans Day Committee
When Saturday, Nov. 5 at 10am
Where The intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Harding Street
More Info The parade will include live music, food, community services, career expo, Kids’ Zone and Vets’ Club. Attendance is expected to be more than 2500 people. Email VetsFest@gmail.com.
UP IN THE AIR
What Festival of Flight event
Who Presented by Long Beach Airport
When Saturday, Nov. 5 from 10am to 2pm
Where Long Beach Airport, 4100 Donald Douglas Dr.
More Info The festival will be a free celebration open to the public that will feature food trucks, static aircraft and vehicle displays, beer garden and entertainment. No pets, bags or coolers are allowed. Call (562) 570-2678 or email flylgb@longbeach.gov.
BRING THE KIDS!
What Family festival and car show
Who Presented by Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach
When Sunday, Nov. 6 from 11am to 2pm
Where Long Beach Memorial Med Center, 2801 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The free festival will a include a car show, live music, food, raffles, giveaways and activities for kids. Resources related to diabetes care will be provided during the event. Call (562) 933-5043.
JOIN THE DISCUSSION
What Conversations in Place discussion
Who Hosted by Rancho Los Alamitos
When Sunday, Nov. 6 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Where Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 E. Bixby Hill Rd.
More Info The event will feature speaker Josh Kun, panel discussion moderated by Oliver Wang with Greg Bryant and Craig Torres and performance by Grammy Award-winning band Quetzal. Tickets are $25 each. Visit rancholosalamitos.org.
WHAT’S YOUR PLAN?
What Medicare workshop
Who Presented by Long Beach Memorial
When Monday, Nov. 7 from 1pm to 3pm
Where Community Hospital Long Beach Auditorium, 1720 Termino Ave.
More Info The workshop will inform residents about Medicare, Medicare Advantage, prescription-drug and Medigap plans. Registration is required. Call (562) 933-1650.
THE NEXT SUPPER
What Monthly meet-up
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Supper Club
When Monday, Nov. 7; seatings at 6pm or 7:30pm
Where Bamboo Teri House, 3391 Atlantic Ave.
More Info For reservations, email supperclub@bixbyknollsinfo.com and provide the number of people in the party.
PAGE-TURNERS
What Monthly meeting
Who Hosted by the Bixby Knolls Literary Society
When Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 7pm
Where Elise’s Tea Room, 3924 Atlantic Ave.
More Info The meeting will feature a discussion on the novel The Crying of Lot 49 by author Thomas Pynchon. The public is welcome, and all are encouraged to read the book in advance. Email info@bixbyknollsinfo.com or call (562) 595-0081.
NOW HEAR THIS
What Guest speakers
Who Hosted by the Hearing Loss Association of American
When Thursday, Nov. 10 at 6:30pm
Where Weingart Center, 5220 Olivia Ave.
More Info Medical experts Joni Kristin Doherty and Ryan J. DelloRusso will discuss the origins of tinnitus— ear noise— and the methods of suppressing it. Call (562) 438-0597 or visit hlalongbeachlakewood.org.
RUN FOR FUN
What Fun-run event
Who Presented by Newcomb Academy, a public K-8 school
When Sunday, Nov. 13; 5K at 9am; 1K at 10:15am; toddler run at 10:45am
Where El Dorado Park East, 7550 E. Spring St.
More Info Run Like It’s Recess is a running event to fund programs at Newcomb academy. The race is for all who are willing to participate. Entry fees are $30 for the 5K, $15 for the 1K and $10 for the toddler run. Proceeds will to the academy’s parent-teacher-student association for field trips, teaching supplies and other school-related projects. Visit runlikeitsrecess.com.
IT’S AN HONOR
What Charity event
Who Hosted by Honoring Our Fallen, Inc.
When Friday, Nov. 18 from 6pm to 11:45pm
Where Petroleum Club of Long Beach, 3636 Linden Ave.
More Info The Great Gatsby-themed event will benefit the families of military personnel. Guests can expect an evening of dinner, live entertainment and dancing. Ticket sales close on Friday, Nov. 4 at 11pm. Individual seat prices begin at $100. Email laura@honoringourfallen.org.
