A curated guide on virtual and socially distanced events brought to you by local communities in Long Beach and Signal Hill, this week featuring topics including a clothing bank, car show, statue unveiling, casting call, book signing and more.
Clothing Bank
What Free clothes
Who Christian Outreach in Action
When Every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon
Where 515 E 3rd St.
More Info Free donated clothes will be available for those in need.
20th Toy Jam
What Toy distribution and car show
Who Timmons Volkswagen of Long Beach
When Saturday, Oct. 23 at 8 a.m.
Where 3700 Cherry Ave.
More Info Toys will be collected for donation until 10 a.m. Community members can sign up to drive their vehicle in a caravan to MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach to deliver the toys to the children treated there. A car show will be held at the hospital afterwards. For more information, contact Sandra by emailing ToyJam@timmonslongbeach.com or calling 562-980-0707.
Clean Up & Statue Unveiling
What Litter pick up and restored statue presented
Who Councilwoman Suely Saro
When Saturday, Oct. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon
Where 1950 Lemon Ave.
More Info The community is invited to celebrate the unveiling of the newly restored statue of Martin Luther King Jr. Afterwards, participants will help clean up litter in the neighborhood. Attendees are asked to wear masks. Tools and dumpsters will be provided.
Volunteers Needed
What Distribution of supplies to unhoused people
Who Norfside LB Outreach
When Sunday, Oct. 24 from 7:45 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where TBA
More Info Volunteers are needed to help distribute supplies to unhoused community members. Monetary donations are also being accepted through venmo, @nlbdonations. Those who want to volunteer can sign up at tinyurl.com/norfsidelb
Open Workout
What Kick boxer meet and greet
Who Fightersrep 11 Kickboxing
When Saturday, Oct. 23 at 4 p.m.
Where 4290 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite A
More Info The community is invited to meet competitive kick boxers and watch them prepare for their upcoming matches.
Males & Heels
What Model casting call
Who Males & Heels
When Sunday, Oct. 24 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where 411 Redondo Ave.
More Info Male models are asked to audition for an upcoming fashion show. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and will be asked to wear high-heeled shoes.
I Am A Filipino: And This Is How We Cook
What Author talk and book signing
Who Nicole Ponseca, Bel Canto Books
When Sunday, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m.
Where 2122 E 4th St.
More Info A chef, restauranteur, and author will be discussing her cookbook. Copies of the cookbook will be available for purchase and signing. Attendees are asked to wear a face mask. Tickets cost $35, and can be purchased at belcantobooks.net/events
Live Music
What Local band performing
Who The Black Sheep Band
When Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 5 p.m.to 8 p.m.
Where 4150 McGowen St.
More Info A free performance by a local band. Attendees will be able to purchase food from one of the onsite vendors while they listen.
