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 the Cambodia Town Film Festival, free groceries, a book signing, shopping, art, and a beach clean up.
Cambodia Town Film Festival
What Cultural movie forum
Who Cambodia Town Film Festival
When Saturday, Sept. 25 at 1 p.m. to Sunday, Sept. 25 at 11:45 p.m.
Where Art Theatre Long Beach, 2025 E 4th St.
More Info A series of films related to the Cambodian community, including short films, documentaries, dramas and more. The event will end with the introduction of a newly released book by Dr. Christine Su. Attendees must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 72 hours. Tickets can be purchased at cambodiatownfilmfestival.com
The Community Marketplace
What Free groceries
Who Long Beach Fresh
When Saturday, Sept. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where Pools of Hope, 6801 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info Free groceries will be given out, including chicken, dairy products and produce. Registration ahead of time is strongly encouraged and can be done at signup.com/go/mzxHTpV.
Drags For Wags
What Drag show fundraiser
Who Dani Carter
When Saturday, Sept. 25 at 4 p.m.
Where 330 Pine Ave.
More Info A drag show to benefit local animal rescue Sparky & the Gang. Ten different drag performers will take the stage. A $10 donation at the door is suggested.
Inaugural Reading
What Reading and book signing
Who Giovanni’s Room
When Saturday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m.
Where Page Against The Machine, 2714 E 4th St.
More Info The first reading and book signing held by Giovanni’s Room, a new BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color)-centered writing room. Writers Danielle Broadway, Jasmin Roberts and Myriam Gurba will be sharing and signing their work.
Artist Talk
What Discussion of art and transcendentalism
Who Compound Long Beach, Lita Albuquerque
When Saturday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m.
Where 1395 Coronado Ave.
More Info Artist Lita Albuquerque will be speaking about how her work attempts to transcend time using stories and narratives. The event is free to attend, and registration can be made at www.compoundlb.com
A Community Art Show
What Art exhibit
Who General Public LB
When Saturday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m.
Where 1565 Magnolia Ave.
More Info Over two dozen artists will be showcasing their work. A portion of the sales will go to the Surfrider Foundation Long Beach.
Pop Up Shop
What Small vendor marketplace
Who Indigo Crystal and more
When Saturday, Sept. 25 and Sunday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where 6395 Cherry Ave.
More Info A variety of small businesses will be selling their products, including food, jewelry and more.
Coastal Clean Up
What Volunteer beach cleaning
Who Inspired By Cannabis
When Sunday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where Rosie’s Dog Beach
More Info Volunteers are invited to help clean litter at the beach.
Local Music
What Live music performances
Who Fernando and the Sound, Kurt Sanchez, Shy But Flyy
When Sunday, Sept. 26 at 4 p.m.
Where 2142 E 4th St.
More Info Three different live musical performances.