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“Sweet Dreams” screening at Mexican-American Film & TV Festival

“Sweet Dreams” screening at Mexican-American Film & TV Festival

Set in the near future when most people can no longer dream, “Sweet Dreams” follows the story of Esperanza, a young woman who’s excited to be a mom for the first time. Weeks before the baby is due, her partner Kiké goes missing. As she searches for...
2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS)

2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS)

Sister Cities of Long Beach organizes the local Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS) to encourage young artists (12-18 years old) to express the values of international friendship and cultural exchange through artwork, photography, music, literature, and poetry....
“Sweet Dreams” sneak-peek screening

“Sweet Dreams” sneak-peek screening

Join writer/director Gary Alvarez at a sneak-peek screening of his new film “Sweet Dreams” followed by a Q&A with the cast and crew! Doors open at 10am. Screening starts at 10:45am. PG-13 for strong language, mature themes and some violence. This film...
Read ’em & Sip

Read ’em & Sip

A new book club for readers who like their drinks with a twist of knowledge. The Wicked Wolf (2332 Pacific Ave., 90806; Wrigley neighborhood), recently crowned Best Cocktail Bar in Long Beach, is thrilled to run a monthly, first-of-its-kind book club that blends the...