Eat & Drink

“Nauti or Nice” Holiday Pop-Up Bar is Back at Port City Tavern

By John Grossi | Photos submitted by Port City Tavern Port City Tavern has become one of the most popular neighborhood bars in Long Beach since it opened in 2020, thanks in part to their cocktail program, events, and overall creativity when it comes to curating local fun. But owner, Dylan Davis, and his young group of energetic and talented staff, especially show-off during the holidays. Sticking true to their year-round Long Beach “Port City” pride, “Nauti or Nice” is a naut

908 DAY: DEALS ALL OVER LONG BEACH!

September 8th is 908 DAY! A CITYWIDE CELEBRATION OF LONG BEACH! Join the annual celebration of hometown pride all over Long Beach! You...

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ROSEBAY STREET’S 100 YEAR-OLD RESIDENT, MIA LIPSKI

Story and Photos by Brittany Hart Scholten Not every street in Long Beach can brag of a centenarian, but Rosebay Street sure can! This September, Mia Lipski, who moved onto the street in 1958 with her late husband, Alexander, celebrated her 100th birthday at her home of nearly seven decades, surrounded by friends, family, and neighbors. “The neighborhood party meant a lot to her because she has made so many friends there over the years, and she believes that, ‘You shall love

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Events

INTRODUCING THE 908 HOLIDAY FAIR

This year, we’re throwing our first ever Holiday Fair in East Long Beach. The two-day fair, from 12pm-5pm on November 29th and 30th, will be located in the expansive 3rd story event space in Sports Basement on Bellflower Blvd. Inside a festive atmosphere, the fun will include a large small business gift market, live holiday music from local school choirs and musical groups, delicious food and drink, Santa Claus, lots of photo opps, and multi-cultural, holiday-themed crafts fo

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908 DAY: DEALS ALL OVER LONG BEACH!

September 8th is 908 DAY! A CITYWIDE CELEBRATION OF LONG BEACH! Join the annual celebration of hometown pride all over Long Beach! You...

Aug 7

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Non-Profit

2025 BIG BANG ON THE BAY RAISES OVER $100,000 FOR LOCAL NON-PROFITS

Photos and Story submitted by the Eminent Giving Initiative This past July, the iconic community block party and fireworks show lit up the sky over Alamitos Bay. The summertime tradition of Big Bang on the Bay has made a lasting and charitable impact on the city of Long Beach. “This year’s Big Bang on the Bay was nothing short of extraordinary, considering the obstacles we had to endure to make it happen,” says event producer Shane Hardy, and founder of Eminent Giving Initiat

FIFTEEN YEARS OF COMFORTING FAMILIES: THE LONG BEACH RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE SEEKS NEW DONORS AND VOLUNTEERS TO HELP CONTINUE ITS MISSION

By John Grossi | Photos submitted by Long Beach Ronald McDonald House Families with children undergoing cancer treatment, extremely...

Music, Arts, & Entertainment

LONG BEACH NUTCRACKER: AMERICA’S MOST LOVED PRODUCTION

By Gina Valencia Photos submitted by Long Beach Ballet Each December, Long Beach transforms into a world of snowflakes, soldiers, and sugar plum fairies when the Long Beach Ballet presents its annual production of The Nutcracker . Now in its 43rd season, the show fills the Terrace Theater with dazzling sets, pyrotechnics, and a live orchestra that brings Tchaikovsky’s score to life. Artistic Director David Wilcox has created what many consider the most spectacular Nutcracker

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Youth Activities

COME ONE, COME ALL! NEURODIVERGENT, NONVERBAL, IN A WHEELCHAIR, CEREBRAL PALSY, DOWN SYNDROME, YOUNG OR OLD… ANYONE WHO’S BEEN TURNED AWAY ELSEWHERE… YOU ARE WELCOME AT MIXED MIRACLE ARTS.

By John Grossi There’s a magical place in the northeast corner of Long Beach where the benefits of martial arts are available to...

The Santa Experience Comes To f/8 Studios In Long Beach

Featuring Santa Claus, Black Santa, Mrs. Claus, Blitzen the Reindeer, Krampus, and a Holiday Pop-up Shop! This holiday season, The Santa...

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REPPIN’ THE CITY: LONG BEACH CLOTHING CO.

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

Jul 9

Business & Professional Services

Beautify For The Holidays at Long Beach’s Own Sugar Cove!

By Brittany Hart Scholten | Photo by Monique Kuhlman Friendship, persistence, and community strength are all behind the story of Sugar Cove. Over 12 years ago, Kara Connell and Kelly Bockrath (best friends, roommates, and Long Beach locals) opened the shop together in Belmont Shore. The idea for Sugar Cove was born out of their enthusiasm for spray tans. “We were obsessed with spray tans,” shares Kara. In the early 2010s, they were driving to Cerritos since there were no loc

INTRODUCING THE NEW SALON MEDUSA

By Brittany Hart Scholten Photos by Monique Kuhlman Before she ever picked up a pair of shears, Salon Medusa’s owner and stylist Jenny Martin worked in retail and fashion. She loved the creativity of it but felt she needed a career change. It was her late mother who helped her see the next step. “My mom told me, ‘You’ve always had a gift with hair and makeup—why don’t you study cosmetology?’” Jenny recalls with a smile. After studying cosmetology, and simultaneously caring f

Human Interest

Schools & Education

CHILDCARE OPTIONS: THE BEST GIFT FOR PARENTS OF LITTLE ONES

Early learning and childcare can’t be wrapped in a one-size-fits-all package. So this holiday season, give yourself the gift of choice! The Long Beach Early Learning Hub, an online platform that connects daycares and preschools to local parents, was not only built to showcase the many options available in Long Beach, it was especially created to showcase the difference in parent’s choice, so that parents can find one that fits the parameters that matter most to them. Whether

COLLABORATIVE CO-TEACHING MODEL: BRINGING LONG BEACH STUDENTS OF ALL ABILITIES TOGETHER

By Brittany Hart Scholten There’s a lot of talk about neurodiversity these days and Long Beach Unified has employed an inclusive...

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LONG BEACH LAUNCHED JONATHAN LIVINGSTON SEAGULL AUTHOR RICHARD BACH

By Clayton Trutor You can check out “Jonathan Livingston Seagull” at several branches of the Long Beach Public Library, notably the Ruth...

Jul 6

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Innov8 Home Builder. Your Local, Boutique Contractor

By John Grossi | Photo by Monique Kuhlman Innovation. nnovation sounds great, but when it comes to taking the leap, it can be downright scary. Especially when you’re talking about your own home. Your own money. Your own life. Everyone has an idea of their “dream home.” But how do you know whether it’s the right time to completely transform the home you’re “comfortable in” to the home you’ve always wanted? According to General Contractor Takis Bilios, it’s not just knowing th