Summer is creeping around the corner, with graduation prep, gardening parties and outdoor activities throughout Signal Hill and Long Beach.
Plant parties are in the spotlight this week, including a gardening get together for seniors Friday morning at Houghton Park, a harvest and gardening event at the Peace Community Garden Saturday morning and a chance to buy and trade rare plants Saturday at Plantiitas.
If you’re looking to help those in need of a helping hand, there are plenty of opportunities for people in the community. Long Beach is hosting its third drive thru donation event Saturday morning, Plantiitas is hosting a queer prom to help raise funds for a local resident to receive top surgery and Running for the Rescues is hosting an event to raise money for homeless pets.
The city has a number of art-focused events as well, including a patchwork show, zine fest, graduation cap decorating and workshops for children.
Friday 5/26
Gardening with Love: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seniors are invited to spend time gardening together at Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave.). Participants will receive a pot to take home. Snacks will be available. Free.
More Than Stories: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. School-aged children are invited to the Bach Neighborhood Library (4055 N. Bellflower Blvd.) to develop cultural literacy as well as language and social skills through stories by AAPI authors. Free.
Saturday 5/27
Peace Garden Community Day: 8 a.m. to noon. The public is invited to the Community Peace Garden (1133 Rhea St.) to help care for plants and take home extra harvest. Attendees are also encouraged to bring produce they grew at home to trade with their neighbors. Free.
Homeless Drive Thru Donation Drive: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The city of Long Beach will host its third donation drive thru event to collect essential items for people experiencing homelessness in Long Beach. Participants are invited to bring hygiene kits, backpacks filled with hand warmers, flashlights, batteries, blankets and charging cables; pet care kits, clothing and food items to 2525 Grand Ave. Free.
TropiCool: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees will be able to buy and trade rare and unique plants at Plantiitas (2011 E 4th St.). Therapist Jose Navarro will also be holding a workshop about the connection between plants and mental health. To register for the event or the workshop, visit linktr.ee/plantiitas. Free.
Food Distribution: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food will be available for those in need on a first-come, first-served basis at Pools of Hope (6801 Long Beach Blvd.) Attendees should bring a personal shopping bag or cart to carry their food home. Drive-through and walk-up services will be available. Free.
Queer Prom Brokeback Hoedown: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to a fundraiser at Plantiitas (2011 E 4th St.) to help a local member of the queer community pay for top surgery. There will be music, dancing, raffles and vendors. To get a ticket, visit Eventbrite and leave a donation in the amount of your choosing.
Sunday 5/28
Bike Tour: 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those who want to get to know their city better are invited to take a 30-mile bicycling tour of the city. This family-friendly event is for beginner to intermediate bicyclists who are comfortable using bike paths and streets. The tour will start along the Marina Green (386 E Shoreline Dr.), before heading to Los Cerritos Park, the San Gabriel River Trail and back to the Marina Green. Helmets are strongly encouraged for adults and required for minors. The tour is free, but registration on the City’s website is required.
LA Zine Fest: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This 10th annual zine fest will be held at the EXPO Arts Center (4321 Atlantic Ave.) for the first time. Various creators will be selling their zines and other products. Free to attend.
Patchwork Show: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Over 250 vendors will be selling their handmade products at Marine Stadium (5255 Paoli Way). There will also be music, food trucks, activities and more. This event is appropriate for all ages. Friendly dogs are welcome. Free to enter.
Honoring Our Heroes: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Office of Veterans Support will host a family-friendly community event to commemorate Memorial Day at the Long Beach Navy Memorial in Shoreline Aquatic Park (200 Aquarium Way). Patriotic music will be provided by the Navy Band Southwest Harborside Brass Quintet. At 5:45 p.m. historic aircraft will fly over the event. The event will include guest speakers, interactive art, historical information and more. A flag ceremony will be held at sunset.
Monday 5/29
Running for the Rescues: 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. This marathon will raise money for homeless pets. Runners will meet at 5400 E. Ocean Blvd. There are options to participate in a 5K, 10K, 15K and half-marathon, ranging in price from $28.99 to $42.99.
Trivia Night: 7 p.m. Those 21 and older are invited to the Auld Dubliner (71 S Pine Ave.) to participate in a weekly trivia competition hosted by America’s Pub Quiz. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Free to attend.
Tuesday 5/30
Food Distribution: 10 a.m. to noon. Individuals and families in need are invited to receive free groceries at Community Medical Wellness Centers USA (1360 E Anaheim St.). Food will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees should bring a cart or bag to carry their food home. For more information, call 562-826-1608 or 562-624-5477. Free.
Graduation Cap Decorating: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. High school seniors who will be graduating this year are invited to decorate their graduation caps at Burnett Neighborhood Library (560 E. Hill St.). A limited amount of supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Free.
Wednesday 5/31
Teen Movie Matinee: 4 p.m. to 5:55 p.m. Teens are invited to this screening of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” at the Los Altos Neighborhood Library (5614 Britton Dr.). Fresh popcorn will be provided. Free.
Silverado Park Community Meeting: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The public is invited to the Silverado Park Community Center (1545 W 31st.) to learn about updates and next steps to the Silverado Park Playground Project. Free.
Thursday 6/1
Place It Workshop: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Residents are invited to the front yard of a private residence (816 Alamitos Ave.) to discuss the restoration of The Dime Alley in Central Long Beach. Attendees will be able to share their concerns and comments while learning about the project. This event is organized by the Long Beach Community Design Center, HED Architect Firm and OCEAN Org. Free.
Agape Art Works: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Long Beach Public Library and the Agape Children’s Museum will be holding weekly interactive art activities for school-aged children at the Burnett Neighborhood Library (560 E Hill St.). Free.
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