A curated guide on virtual and socially distanced events brought to you by our local communities of Long Beach and Signal Hill, this week featuring topics including a book release, an art show, a comic book expo, a fundraiser, a free diaper distribution and more.
Art Walk LB
What Neighborhood art event
Who Arts Council for Long Beach
When Saturday, Oct. 9 from noon to 5 p.m.
Where Utopia, 445 E 1st St.
More Info Local artists and vendors will be selling their creations outside during this neighborhood-wide event. An opening reception will also be held at Utopia featuring local artists and the new board presidents for the Arts Council for Long Beach.
Book Release
What Photography exhibit and book preview
Who Karen Jerzyk
When Saturday, Oct. 9 from 5 p.m to 9 p.m.
Where 121 W 4th St.
More Info A gallery show and celebration of a newly published photography book. The book will be available for pre-order.
Blood & Fire III
What Art show
Who Carlos Torres
When Saturday, Oct. 9 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where 212 The Promenade
More Info Over three dozen artists will be showcasing their work at this event.
The Latino Comics Expo
What Cultural comic book festival
Who Museum of Latin American Art
When Saturday Oct. 9 and Sunday, Oct. 10 at various times
Where Online
More Info This year’s festival will include five free online events, including interviews and discussions about the work of Latinx artists. Go to molaa.org to learn more or register.
Marketing Career Talk
What Professional discussion
Who American Marketing Association Long Beach, An Bui
When Monday, Oct. 11 at 5 p.m.
Where Zoom
More Info The senior marketing manager at Paramount+ will talk about her role in controlling the company’s brand strategies. The Zoom ID for the event is 861 5596 6286.
Chipotle Fundraiser
What Fundraiser for nonprofit
Who Meals on Wheels of Long Beach
When Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where 1800 Ximeno Ave.
More Info Participants can purchase food from this Chipotle location and tell the cashiers they are there for the Meals on Wheels fundraiser. A portion of the cost of their meal will benefit the organization.
Saving Energy Webinar
What Virtual seminar on energy efficiency
Who Long Beach Office of Sustainability
When Tuesday, Oct. 12 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where Zoom
More Info A free online event where participants will learn household energy efficiency tips that can save them money. To register, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkf-2orTwiHdSxCN-36XWi3oC6rnjihnaJ
Free Diapers
What Diaper distribution
Who Christian Outreach in Action
When Every Friday, from 10 a.m. to noon
Where 515 E 3rd St.
More Info Free diapers are available every Friday. Parents must provide a form of legal documentation for their child, such as a birth certificate, immunization record, a Medi-Cal benefits card, etc. Parents have to bring their child with them.
