Whether you want to start the month off practicing wellness, getting involved in the community or taking up a new skill, Long Beach and Signal Hill have opportunities for all.
A relaxing itinerary begins with a nature walk through parts of Los Cerritos Wetlands Saturday morning, followed by a low-cost breathwork and sound bath experience at Compound Sunday, a knitting and sewing workshop Tuesday morning at Lincoln Park and yoga at Harte Neighborhood Library Tuesday night.
More lively community events include an art supply swap at Good Time Friday, an architecture-focused walking tour Saturday, a Palestine-centric storytime Sunday morning, a Valentine’s Day card workshop Sunday afternoon and the Hillbrook Park grand opening in Signal Hill Tuesday morning.
Community meetings this week include a youth budget meeting Saturday afternoon at Houghton Park, a 2026 Long Beach budget meeting Monday night at Cornerstone Church and an immigration rights workshop hosted by ÓRALE Wednesday night at the Community Resource Center.
Friday 1/31
Toddler Storytime: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Parents of babies and toddlers between 9 months and 3 years old are invited to bring them to the Dana Branch Neighborhood Library (3680 Atlantic Ave.) to enjoy stories, songs and arts & crafts. Free.
Art Supply Swap: Noon to 4 p.m. Bring gently used art supplies such as graphite pencils, charcoal, markers, paint, canvases, art books, yarn and other fabric to Good Time Coffee (1322 Coronado Ave.) for this art supply swap. Attendees can donate items and take home new supplies. For those who can’t attend, contact robin.venter@me.com to schedule a local pickup or drop off. Free.
Shark Lagoon Nights: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit the Aquarium of the Pacific’s (100 Aquarium Way) Shark Lagoon and see and touch smaller sharks and rays. Coffee, hot cocoa and snacks will be available for purchase. No registration required. Free.
Speed Dating: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Singles between the ages of 25 and 39 are invited to connect with potential matches at The Wicked Wolf (2332 Pacific Ave.). Tickets can be purchased for $44.47 on Eventbrite.
Saturday 2/1
Los Cerritos Wetlands Nature Walk: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Nature lovers can explore the patch of land between Long Beach and Seal Beach, tour the plant-growing section and take in the view of Zelder Marsh. This walk is appropriate for people ages 7 and up, and attendees should wear close-toed shoes, a sun hat and bring a water bottle. Attendees should meet at 7:45 a.m. at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and First Street in Seal Beach. Free.
North Pine Architectural Walking Tour: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Explore the historic architecture of Pine Avenue during this walking tour organized by Long Beach Heritage. The tour will visit restoration projects and notable buildings like the Professional Building and the Walker Department Store Lofts. The tour begins at 345 Pine Ave. and covers 1.5 miles. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Family Storytime: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Parents with young children are invited to the Dana Branch Neighborhood Library (3680 Atlantic Ave.) to enjoy an hour of stories, songs and crafts. Free.
Khmer Storytime: 11 a.m. to noon. Parents and caregivers are invited to bring children to the Signal Hill Public Library (1800 E Hill St.) to enjoy Khmer stories, music and movements led by local business Khemara Kids. This event is appropriate for kids of all ages, but especially aimed at children between 1 and 5 years old. Free.
Youth Power Participatory Budgeting: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Young residents ages 12 to 26 are invited to Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave.) to share their ideas on how public funds should be spent. This is an opportunity to meet other youth advocates and help decide how $550,000 will be allocated for summer programs in Long Beach. Free.
Basketball Game: 2 p.m. The UC Santa Barbara Gauchos will take on the Long Beach State Beach women’s basketball team inside the Walter Pyramid (1250 N. Bellflower Blvd.). Tickets can be purchased online through Startickets, starting at $28.82.
Sunday 2/2
Breathwork and Sound Bath: 9 a.m. Enjoy a wellness session at Compound (1395 Coronado Ave.), with sound bath and breathwork led by Sabrina Rollo. This active meditation session and grounding experience is meant to encourage healing and the clearing of stuck emotions. Tickets are available on Eventbrite on a sliding scale, starting at $17.85.
Storytime for Palestine: 10 a.m. Children and families can learn about Palestine and be in community together at Casita Bookstore (1440 E. Fourth St.). Free.
LB Flea Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A Galentine’s Day Long Beach Flea Market is bringing over 200 vendors to Long Beach City College (1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway). Residents can purchase clothing, plants, records, pins, candles, art, vintage clothing, food and more. Free.
Galentine’s Pop-Up Market: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 30 vendors will be selling their handcrafted food, jewelry, clothing and much more at this 2nd and PCH (6400 Pacific Coast Highway) outdoor pop-up market. Free to attend.
Afro-Latinx Festival Kickoff: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Celebrate the Garifuna community at the Museum of Latin American Art (628 Alamitos Ave.) with a day of art, film and culture. This event includes a pop-up exhibit tour, a screening of the film “Garifuna in Peril” with a panel discussion featuring the directors, and a vibrant drum and dance performance by the Wayunagu Group. Garifuna cuisine and rum cocktails will be available for purchase. Free admission.
Valentine’s Card Workshop: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Adelita’s Revenge, Viento Y Agua and Latina business Ana Karen Loves Paper will host this Valentine’s Day card-making party at 4007 E. Fourth St. Attendees can enjoy coffee and mini conchas while making a handmade valentine. All materials will be provided for people to make, write and mail out their card. Tickets start at $5 and can be purchased on Eventbrite or my messaging @anakarenlovespaper on Instagram to save on ticket fees.
Clint Black Concert: 7:30 p.m. Country music icon Clint Black brings his Killin’ Time 35th Anniversary Tour to the Long Beach Terrace Theater (300 E. Ocean Blvd.), featuring country, honky-tonk and Western swing hits from his debut album. Tickets start at $73 on the online platform StubHub.
Museum Day: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public can enter the Long Beach Museum of Art and many other museums across Southern California for free during this regional event.
Monday 2/3
Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Long Beach Animal Care Services (7700 E Spring St.) and Community Animal Medicine Project will be providing vaccines and services to pets at discounted prices. Services include microchipping, tapeworm treatment, nail trimming, flea/tick treatment and more. All dogs must be on a leash, and all cats should be in a carrier. Please bring the pet’s previous vaccine records. For more information, call 562-570-7387. Prices will vary.
Community Budget Meeting: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Residents are invited to participate in the fiscal year 2026 budget development process at the Cornerstone Church (1000 N. Studebaker Road). Attendees can share their priorities for city services and talk about the city’s future. For accommodations for those with disabilities, call 562-570-6465 at least 72 hours in advance. Free.
Tuesday 2/4
Hillbrook Park Ribbon Cutting: 10 a.m. The public is invited to the grand opening of Signal Hill’s Hillbrook Park (1865 Temple Ave.). Due to limited parking, a shuttle will take people from the Signal Hill Public Library to the park for free, with pickup times at 9:30 and 9:45 a.m. Free.
Movie Screening: 1 p.m. The Art Theatre (2025 E. Fourth St.) will be screening the R-rated documentary “Porcelain War,” which explores the plight of Ukrainian artists amidst the ongoing war. Tickets are available on the theater’s website for $13.
Knitting & Sewing Workshop: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. People can work on their own crochet and knitting projects during this meet up at Lincoln Park (101 Pacific Ave.). Supplies will be provided but attendees are welcome to bring their own. All skill levels are welcome. Free.
Yoga in the Library: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This class at Harte Neighborhood Library (1595 W. Willow St.) introduces basic asanas appropriate for all skill and ability levels. Spanish speakers are welcome. Free.
Wednesday 2/5
Baby Bop: 11 a.m. Parents with babies under 1 year old are invited to enjoy songs, rhymes, fingerplay and bounces at the Dana Neighborhood Library (3680 Atlantic Ave.). Free.
Commander’s Forum: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The public is invited to share their issues and concerns at the LBPD’s North Division (4891 Atlantic Ave.). Free.
Immigration Rights Workshop: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Community Resource Center of Los Angeles and ÓRALE is hosting a Know Your Rights Workshop for Community Immigration Rights at 5599 Atlantic Ave. This workshop will provide knowledge to empower the community against immigration enforcement and allow attendees to gain essential knowledge to protect themselves and their community. Free.
Thursday 2/6
Valentine’s Photoshoot & Card Making: 4 p.m. Create a personalized Valentine’s Day photoshoot and card at the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway). This event includes props, card-making crafts, a quick photography crash course and green screen editing. Participants will leave with a printed photo. This event is for those 12 and over. Free.
Adult Crafting Hour: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. During this workshop at the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library (5870 Atlantic Ave.) participants will paint each other’s portraits while enjoying apple cider. Attendees can bring a friend or pair up another attendee. All materials will be provided. Space is limited, and registration on the City’s online calendar is required. Open to adults and teens 16 and older. Free.
