A curated guide on events brought to you by our local communities of Long Beach and Signal Hill, this week featuring topics including Father’s Day, Juneteenth, shopping, exercise and more.
Let Me Line You Up
What Free haircuts
Who Long Beach Flourishing Families
When Saturday, June 18 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where 5601 Orange Ave.
More Info To celebrate Father’s Day, free haircuts, food, manicures and more will be given out.
Grand Opening
What New space opening
Who Coco Beach
When Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where 2300 E Pacific Coast Hwy
More Info The community is invited to celebrate the opening of this new space. A Father’s Day brunch and petting zoo will be available starting at 11 a.m. A ribbon-cutting, vendor pop up and open mic will start at noon.
Hawk Swap
What Monthly swap meet
Who The Hawk Bar
When Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where 468 W Anaheim St.
More Info A variety of small businesses will be selling their products, including food, plants, vinyl records, vintage items and leather goods.
Pottery Sale
What Ceramics for sale
Who Returning Home Artistry
When Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where 2132 Cedar Ave.
More Info Various locally-made ceramic pieces will be available for purchase.
Food Distribution
What Free food and clothing
Who I Own It Today
When Saturday, June 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where 3935 E 10th St.
More Info Free clothing and food will be distributed to those in need.
Juneteenth Motorcade & Block Party
What Holiday celebration
Who The CRay Project and Urban Society Long Beach
When Saturday, June 18 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where MLK Park and Uptown Commons
More Info The community is invited to celebrate Juneteenth together. Members of the public are encouraged to decorate their cars and line up at MLK Park at 4 p.m. for a motorcade that will travel to Uptown Commons, where a block party with vendors, performers and more will be held.
Breathwork & Soundhealing
What Guided breathing exercises
Who Heart of Ananda
When Sunday, June 19 at 1 p.m.
Where Marine Park Stadium
More Info An outdoor guided breathing exercise class and soundbath. This is a donation-based event, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. This event is appropriate for all ages and is family-friendly.
Exercise for Teachers
What Free group workouts
Who Marisol
When Every Wednesday during summer at 9:30 a.m.
Where Wardlow Park
More Info Teachers will be able to participate in group workouts once a week for free throughout the summer.
