By Kathleen Mest Photos submitted by businesses Our LB908 mission has always been to support our local small businesses. Our “Life is Great in the 908” Subscription Box is delivered directly to your home and is always a surprise! Introducing our local vendors from our January 2026 Subscription Box! These businesses aren’t just about products, the products reflect the local people behind them! OH.MY.DATES. Website: eatohmydates.com Instagram: @ eatohmydates OH.MY.DATES. is a s

By Gina Valencia Photos by Izzy Juarez In need of a special gift for your Valentine? Ready to spruce up your living area with something unique? Resale and vintage shops remain an overlooked option for gifts and home decor. Crowded malls drain energy and money. Online shopping saves time but lacks the thrill of discovery.  For shoppers who want meaning, surprise, and personality in their finds, second hand stores offer a better path. Long Beach, with its layered past and creat

By John Grossi | Photos by Long Beach Clothing Co. Shawn and Cynthia Moore, owners of Long Beach Clothing Co. Probably the most iconic...

Baby shower gift ideas all from small businesses in Long Beach!

By Marina Hernandez Outdoor Cookbook Insert salivating emoji here please. Not only for this cover’s perfectly seasoned steak, but for the...

By John Grossi “Part of the fabric of the neighborhood.” There’s never been a store that embodied that phrase more than LB Supply Co. In...

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By John Grossi If you’re looking for a meaningful and unique shopping experience in Long Beach, The Fair Trade Long Beach Retail...

Lucky Penny is the ultimate eco-friendly gift shop, perfect for the holiday season. This unique haven invites conscious consumers to...

Better Half Boutique is one of those shops where… once you find it, you never stop going back. One of the great advantages of shopping...

You may want to visit Alin twice this season… early on, to start your shopping and last-minute, to finish it. Alin Party Supply has got...

By John Grossi I have a habit of calling TENNI-Moc’s the “last great retail store on earth,” which though clear hyperbole, is my way of...