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 nature, plants, food, shopping, music, grand openings and Rosh HaShanah.
Nature Walk
What Hike through wetlands
Who Los Cerritos Wetlands Land Trust
When Saturday, Sept. 4 at 8 a.m.
Where Parking area at intersection of 1st St. and Pacific Coast Hwy
More Info This walk will start with a short orientation on the wetlands before attendees walk through the area and look for birds. The group will hike the Heron Pointe Cultural trail before returning to the parking area.
Sage For Sale
What Native plant vendor
Who Jason Steinhauser
When Saturday, Sept. 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where 805 Lees Ave.
More Info White sage, hummingbird sage and black sage plants will be available for purchase.
Pop Up Giveaway
What Tea and cookies
Who Cafablanca
When Saturday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m.
Where Junipero Beach parking lot
More Info The community is invited to try new iced rose green tea and vegan sea salt chocolate chip cookies. Donations are welcome.
Weekend Market
What Small vendor marketplace
Who Plantiitas
When Saturday, Sept. 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where 4003 E 4th St.
More Info A variety of small business vendors will be selling their products, including tamales, macrame and crystals. A DJ will be playing music.
Geico Grand Opening
What New Geico local office
Who Long Beach Chamber of Commerce
When Saturday, Sept. 4 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where 5539 E Stearns St.
More Info A new location for Geico insurance is opening. There will be music and complimentary shaved ice for visitors.
Reggae & Soul Food
What Disc Jockey set
Who Boss DJ Ras Curt
When Sunday, Sept. 5 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where In The Kitchen, 900 Long Beach Blvd.
More Info A free DJ performance featuring reggae hits. The audience is encouraged to purchase food and drinks while they listen.
Community Sundayz
What Free community gathering
Who Vuela LBC and more
When Sunday, Sept. 5 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where Cesar Chavez Park
More Info People of all ages will be able to see art and listen to music. Attendees will be able to silkscreen shirts and buy food and other items from local vendors. There will also be activities and sports for children.
Rosh HaShanah
What Holiday celebration
Who Temple Israel
When Monday, Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where Golden Grove Picnic Site, 7550 E Spring St.
More Info Long Beach’s Jewish community is invited to an outdoor celebration of this high holiday. There will be apples and honey, music and a religious service. The event is free to attend, but a suggested donation of $20 per family is welcomed. Parking at the park costs $9. To register for the event email clw@tilb.org
Grand Opening
What New business opening
Who Wildflowers Event Studio
When Friday, Sept. 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where 8195 E Wardlow Rd.
More Info The community is invited to come see this new business location. Complimentary champagne will be given to visitors.
