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Arnold’s auction will offer restaurant equipment, pieces of Bixby history
By Nick Diamantides Staff Writer That famous Bixby Knolls icon, Arnold’s Family Restaurant, closed its doors forever on…
May 28, 2010
Public invited to learn about legacy of Tuskegee Airmen
The public is invited to a presentation about the experiences of the original Tuskegee Airmen and the legacy…
May 28, 2010
Never Wave Goodbye: Helping to solve a genealogy mystery
By Colleen Fitzpatrick, PhD Would you like to be recognized as a crack forensic genealogist? It’s easy!all you…
April 2, 2010
Historical Society to share WWII stories of LB’s Rosies
On Saturday, March 13, the Historical Society of Long Beach will present four stories of women at work…
March 12, 2010
LB Draft Historic Preservation Element available for public review
The city of Long Beach has released its first Draft Historic Preservation Element for public review. The Draft…
March 5, 2010
Luncheon focuses on African American accomplishments and challenges
By Nick Diamantides Staff Writer The history and accomplishments of African Americans should inspire every nation and group…
March 2, 2010
League of Women Voters observing its 90th year
The League of Women Voters is celebrating its 90th birthday in 2010. Known widely for its voter education…
March 2, 2010
New mural depicts 100 years of North LB history
By Nick Diamantides Staff Writer One hundred years ago, the area now known as North Long Beach mostly…
January 15, 2010
Gabelich’s interview of Clark kicks off Mayors Oral History Series
By Steven Piper Editorial Intern Old-timers wanting to reminisce the changes that have taken place in their city,…
July 3, 2009
Luncheon kicks off fundraising for Rosie the Riveter memorial
Douglas Aircraft referred to the B-17 as “A Lady’s Airplane” because female crews made most of them in…
March 26, 2009