May 2019
KCET-TV Presents “City Rising: The Informal Economy” Long Beach Premiere
KCET-TV, Long Beach Forward, Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy and The California Endowment Present a Screening and Panel Discussion For: CITY RISING: THE INFORMAL ECONOMY From the beginning of our nation’s history our laws, institutions and social norms have contributed to the creation of a segmented or dual economy. Many people — including people of color, women and immigrants — were excluded from the benefits of society, forcing them to find alternative ways to make a living in…
Get DetailsGuilty Until Proven Innocent
Featured Speaker: Gary Tyler Performers: TBA Moderator: Kimmy Maniquis Panelists: Gary Tyler, Carl Kemp (Long Beach lobbyist and community leader) and others. Mr. Tyler was the youngest person ever convicted of the death penalty and was incarcerated in Angola prison for 41 years before having his sentence overturned and being released in 2016. Long Beach Opera believes that discussions inspired by art should extend beyond the lobby of the theater. For this reason, LBO is using its 40th anniversary season…
Get DetailsChar and Roses x Arts Council for Long Beach Workshop + Pop- Up Event
"Char and Roses Workshops usually focuses on writing and wellness; this time, it takes on a Pop-Up style event bringing together local artists and businesses from Long Beach and Los Angeles area. There will be a panel discussion with chosen artists and entrepreneurs (who will also be vending for the event): therefore, EARLY ARRIVAL is suggested! Panel discussion starts at 5:30PM. The panelists will be sharing each of their journeys and share some knowledge that may be helpful to any aspiring…
Get DetailsJune 2019
9th Biennial Long Beach Mid-City Studio Tour
On Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 from 11am to 4pm, 44 professional artists will open their studios to the public during the 9th Biennial Mid-City Studio Tour. From painters and photographers , to sculptors and ceramists, to artisans in jewelry, woodworking and, yes, even dryer lint, the breadth and caliber of the work is an enriching cultural experience of both the arts and the artists who call Long Beach 'home.' Many are part of permanent collections in national…
Get DetailsLace Luau Wedding Gown Fashion Show
Do you want to be a part of something spectacular? Are you getting married in the upcoming season, and a little uneasy as to where to begin in your dream dress search? Look no more! STRUT Bridal, a bridal shop located in Long Beach, CA specializing in curvy ladies, wants to host you for our one of a kind, Lace Luau Event on June 7th. We chose to host this event on first Friday, as our Bixby Knolls area has…
Get DetailsLong Beach Art Walk
Come to the East Village Arts District this Saturday and walk the route that expands 6 blocks with 9 Galleries, 21 Murals, and 28 businesses with art!
Get DetailsDECONSTRUCCIÓN: A DRAG SHOW
In conjunction with Gráfca América and Chiachio & Giannone: Celebrating Diversity, MOLAA presents Deconstrucción: A Drag Show. The night includes a high-energy drag show emceed by SoCal Queen Xotica Erotica featuring Rupual’s Drag Race Season 2 alum Jessica Wild and performances by LA Drag Stars Melissa Befierce and Paris Diamond. The evening will also include a set by Boyle Heights native DJ Sizzle, a lively marketplace with craft and food vendors, cash bar, photo booth, and various LGBTQI organizations such…
Get DetailsAnnual Long Beach Playhouse Radio Hour
Friday, June 21 @ 6:00 – 8:00pm Fourteenth Floor of the Union Bank Building • 400 Oceangate, Long Beach Written by Gazette Executive Editor, Harry Saltzgaver, The Annual Long Beach Playhouse Radio Hour proves to have the humor, wit, and self reference that makes it a must -see evening out. Attracting the political hard-hitters is easy when it is so much fun and for such a good cause. The Long Beach Playhouse celebrates 90 years in operation and intends to…
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