Holiday Archives - Long Beach Local News

City to host 68th Annual Daisy Lane Parade Saturday, December 10

LONG BEACH, CA – The City of Long Beach and the Office of Seventh District Councilmember Roberto Uranga, along with the Wrigley Area Neighborhood Alliance (WANA), will host the 68th…

LBLN November 29, 2022

Community Holiday Local News

City of Long Beach Holiday Hours and Safety Tips

Long Beach, CA – In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the City of Long Beach facilities and services listed below will adhere to the following schedules on Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov.…

LBLN November 23, 2022

Holiday

Celebrate Halloween in Long Beach

LONG BEACH, CA–The air is starting to carry a chill and Halloween is looming. This marks the comeback of anticipated Pa’s Pumpkin Patch, but also other events in Long Beach…

LBLN October 27, 2022

Events Holiday

Celebrate The Fourth Of July in Long Beach

Long Beach is celebrating Fourth of July with star-spangled events all weekend long Fourth of July festivities will kick off on July 2 with Council District One’s First Annual Independence…

LBLN July 1, 2022

Holiday

How to Celebrate the Best Dads in Long Beach

As Father's Day approaches, Long Beach is gearing up with special celebrations and sales to help you treat the dads in your life. Carnival Cruise Line and JaWana Travel have…

LBLN June 17, 2022

Events Holiday

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Long Beach

With Cinco De Mayo fast approaching, Long Beach Local News has collected seven events to ensure this May 5 To kick things off is Mexi-Tiki Fusion at The Bamboo Club.…

LBLN May 4, 2022

Community Holiday Local News

Long Beach Rescue Mission teams up with Local Community for Easter Basket Drop-Off

https://youtu.be/8X0iNc2Ivl4

LBLN April 21, 2022

Community Holiday Local News

Long Beach Rescue Mission delivers 1,000 Easter Baskets to local Elementary School

Photos courtesy of the Long Beach Rescue Mission LONG BEACH, CA - The Long Beach Rescue Mission recently delivered 1000 Easter baskets to Roosevelt Elementary School students in celebration of…

LBLN April 20, 2022

Events Holiday

LB Celebrates St Patrick’s Day

It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day and Long Beach Local News has compiled a list of 10 different events for you to enjoy. An ‘Almost St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl’ will…

LBLN March 11, 2022

Holiday

City of Long Beach Limits City Services in Observance of Presidents Day

The City of Long Beach will have limited COVID-19 testing sites, city services, and city operations available on Monday, Feb. 21, with a majority of city-run offices closed in observance…

LBLN February 18, 2022

Business Holiday

Long Beach is Feeling The Love This Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and there are many events happening throughout the city to help those celebrating the special day. 2nd & PCH is hosting live music…

LBLN February 11, 2022

Aquarium of the Pacific Downtown Long Beach Events

New Year’s Eve Festivities Around Every Corner

With the year 2022 swiftly approaching, fireworks and streamers aren't the only way to countdown to midnight. This New Year's Eve, there's something for everyone whether it's live rock bands,…

LBLN December 30, 2021

Charity Community Culture

Long Beach Rescue Mission continues to give the gift of community through the holiday season

The Long Beach Rescue Mission is on a mission to continue providing the essentials and more to those in need in the Long Beach community this holiday season.

LBLN November 30, 2021

Belmont Shore Charity Community

Belmont Heights Community Association hosts food drive for the holidays

Belmont Heights Community Association is an organization that collects and donates canned and dried foods, school supplies, along with new personal hygiene items at the end of each month.

LBLN November 26, 2021

Business Community Downtown Long Beach

Pike Outlets to host Holiday Kickoff

https://youtu.be/7iU5uVR-hmI

LBLN November 18, 2021

Holiday Long Beach

Trick-or-Treat at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach

https://youtu.be/RPXmd0PdUvs

LBLN October 31, 2021

Events Holiday

Scare up some good fun for Halloween in LB

It’s Halloween and you know what that means - it’s time to scare up some good fun! Long Beach has plenty of festive activities that are a ghoulishly a good…

LBLN October 29, 2021

Charity Holiday

Long Beach Rescue Mission seeks prayer team members, volunteers, and thanksgiving donations

The Long Beach Rescue Mission is inviting members of the community to join its Prayer Team and also seeks volunteer help and Thanksgiving meal donations and food items. LONG BEACH…

LBLN October 26, 2021

Charity Community Culture

Thanksgiving Campaign Underway at Long Beach Rescue Mission

The Long Beach Rescue Mission, 1430 Pacific Ave., has kicked off its Thanksgiving Campaign seeking $2.20 donations or more to provide meals, shelter, and services to those in need this holiday season.

LBLN September 30, 2021

Community Holiday Long Beach

City of Long Beach 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Virtual Celebration

The City of Long Beach invites the community to participate in a virtual MLK Day of Celebration and Service on Monday, Jan. 18. The virtual event will honor the life and legacy…

LBLN January 18, 2021

Community Holiday Homelessness

Long Beach Rescue Mission receives large donation just before Thanksgiving dinner

https://youtu.be/1HvxhHbsbmU More info about Long Beach Rescue Mission: https://lbrm.org/

LBLN November 25, 2020

Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health

City of Long Beach Reminds Residents to Celebrate Safely Over Thanksgiving Weekend

The City of Long Beach wants everyone to enjoy the upcoming holidays. As the holiday season is a time for festivities and gatherings, the City is reminding residents to celebrate…

LBLN November 20, 2020

Holiday Long Beach

City of Long Beach Issues Guidance for Celebrating Halloween Safely

As residents begin to plan for the upcoming holiday season beginning with Halloween, the City is providing guidance for celebrating safely, including safer alternatives that still promote a festive environment…

LBLN October 6, 2020

Corona-Virus Covid-19 Health

Dark Harbor Postponed Until 2021

Epic Entertainment has confirmed that the 2020 season of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor has been officially canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and in line with federal, state,…

LBLN June 29, 2020

Holiday

City Encourages Residents to Celebrate Safely at Home This Fourth of July

The City is encouraging everyone to safely enjoy the 4th of July holiday, and takes seriously the job of enforcing the Long Beach Fireworks Ordinance. All personal fireworks, including those…

LBLN June 26, 2020

Events Holiday

Sweeten Up Your Valentine’s Day in Long Beach

Calling all sweethearts! Looking for the perfect Valentine's date night idea? Here are some top picks for celebrating with your love or your love-to-be on the most romantic night of…

LBLN February 10, 2020

Community Events Holiday

Ring in the New Year in Long Beach

It’s coming to the end of the holiday season. Before we break out our New Year’s resolutions, let’s ring in the New Year with one of the many fabulous events…

LBLN December 28, 2019

Event Coverage Events Holiday

LB Lights Up For Christmas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62uwfWCSv3A Attendees joined Mayor Robert Garcia on Dec. 9 in lighting up the tallest Christmas tree in Long Beach for its 5th annual holiday tree ceremony that took place at…

LBLN December 23, 2019

Arts Holiday Long Beach

Long Beach Ballet Wins Goldstar National Nutcracker Award 2019

Goldstar proudly announces that Long Beach Ballet is named Best Loved Nutcracker in the U.S. for 2019. This marks a back-to-back win for the Southern California-based organization, who won the Award in 2018. This year,…

LBLN December 20, 2019

Holiday Long Beach

City of Long Beach Christmas 2019 and New Year’s 2020 Holiday Closures

City of Long Beach offices and services will adhere to the following schedule on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019, and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020. Please be advised that street sweeping and…

LBLN December 17, 2019

Holiday Long Beach Safety

City Encourages Residents to Celebrate Safely During Upcoming Holidays

The City of Long Beach wants everyone to enjoy the holidays. The Holiday Season is a time for parties and celebrations, and the City encourages everyone to celebrate safely to…

LBLN December 16, 2019

Attractions Celebrity Events

Long Beach Native’s Journey to Disney on Ice

Long Beach native, Kimberly Dodson is undeniably born to shine on ice. “My mom would always watch figure skating when I was born, and my dad played hockey,” said Dodson. …

LBLN December 12, 2019

Attractions Event Coverage Events

Queen Mary Christmas Provides Very Merry Holiday

The Queen Mary is hosting a Christmas celebration that will put even the most Grinch-like person you know in the holiday spirit. There is ice skating available at the True…

LBLN December 8, 2019

Holiday Homelessness Long Beach

Long Beach Nonprofit California Families in Focus Needs Your Help Pampering 500 Women and Children Living in Shelters during Christmas

California Families in Focus (CFF) will host its 16th Annual Spirit of Christmas Brunch on December 21, 2019. With your help, the private event for women and children living in…

LBLN December 2, 2019

City Event Entertainment Events

Update: Official Long Beach Holiday Tree Lighting–Monday, Dec. 9

Mayor Robert Garcia invites Long Beach residents and visitors to join him for the lighting of Long Beach’s tallest holiday tree. The event is FREE to the public and includes free parking in the…

LBLN November 30, 2019

Holiday Local News

Long Beach Turkey Trotters Caught in the Rain

https://youtu.be/xlcmG9LbNTI Despite below 50 degree temperatures and heavy rain, Long Beach runners didn’t let the cold weather stop them from partaking in the 17th annual Turkey Trot. Hundreds of early…

LBLN November 28, 2019

Events Holiday Long Beach

Small Business Saturday: Shop Local in LB

Everyone knows Black Friday but have you heard of Small Business Saturday? Small Business Saturday in Long Beach is the day after Black Friday where small/local businesses offer up their…

LBLN November 27, 2019

Holiday Long Beach Public Safety

City Encourages Residents to Celebrate Safely Over Thanksgiving Weekend

The City of Long Beach wants everyone to enjoy the holidays. The Holiday Season is a time for parties and celebrations, and the City encourages everyone to celebrate safely to…

LBLN November 27, 2019

Holiday Long Beach

City of Long Beach Thanksgiving Holiday Closures

City Offices and Services City of Long Beach offices and services will adhere to the following schedule on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29. City Hall re-opens on Monday,…

LBLN November 25, 2019

City Event Community Events

A Very Long Beach Thanksgiving

Gobble gobble! Thanksgiving is just a week away and for those of you without plans, Long Beach Local News has you covered. Reservations are required for these events so be…

LBLN November 21, 2019

Animals Charity Community

World Kindness Day – 5 Ways to Contribute to the LB Community and 2 Locals Share their Stories

Today is National World Kindness Day and Long Beach is filled with people who want to make the world a better place. We have two examples of Long Beach residents…

LBLN November 13, 2019

Community Events Holiday

The City of Long Beach Celebrates it’s 23rd Annual Veterans Day Celebration Parade Over the Weekend

The Long Beach community gathered together on Saturday morning to honor the country’s military veterans at the 23rd annual Veterans Day Celebration parade that took place on Atlantic Ave. and…

LBLN November 10, 2019

Community Dining Holiday

Veteran’s Day Restaurant Deals 2019

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate your favorite veteran, check out any of these restaurants. They’re offering deals and free meals for anyone who can provide their military…

LBLN November 10, 2019

Charity Community Holiday

Long Beach Restaurants Take Part in Holiday Kids Pajama Drive Benefiting Local Children in Need

There’s just something about a new pair of jammies that says ‘cozy and safe’ to kids, and Long Beach restaurants are doing their part to make sure nightly bedtime rituals…

LBLN November 4, 2019

Community Holiday Hospital

Long Beach Firefighters Help Hospitalized Kids Trick-or-Treat at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach

https://youtu.be/7N14MzGmOZw Members of the Long Beach Fire Department will join patients at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach as they dress up in costumes and trick-or-treat throughout the…

LBLN October 31, 2019

Attractions Community Events

Halloween in Spain, Well-Lit, Pa’s Pumpkin Patch – Halloween in the LBC.

Still haven’t figured out your Halloween plans? Well, Long Beach Local News has you covered. Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor will be open through Nov. 2nd but Halloween on the 31st …

LBLN October 28, 2019

Business Community Events

Shoppers at Urban Hive Market are in for a Spooktacular Treat

A conglomerate of small businesses pop-up to bring you, the Urban Hive Market, that takes place each month at The Pike Outlets in Long Beach. This particular event for the…

LBLN October 19, 2019

Community Holiday Local News

A special Easter celebration for the community today at the Long Beach Rescue Mission

https://youtu.be/gw7G_Eabrso More info: LBRM.org

LBLN April 20, 2019

Community Holiday Long Beach

Eggs, Eats, and Easter in Long Beach

This Easter weekend in Long Beach, there will be many events for friends and family to attend while being away from home. The Belmont Eggstravaganza is an annual community scavenger…

LBLN April 16, 2019

Dining Downtown Long Beach Food

Thanksgiving turkey tips with Chef Pete at Gladstone’s Long Beach

https://youtu.be/iUeULlsk3lQ

LBLN November 15, 2018

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