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PREVIOUS EVENTS (January-August 2010)
JANUARY 2010 EVENTS
Saturday, January 2, Out of the Wilds, and Into Your Garden
2-4pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Want to learn more about native and water wise gardening? Come to our free gardening class and talk with California native plant experts. First Saturday of each month.
Call for program topic.
Pre-registration required. (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Wednesday, January 6th, Learn How To Become Energy Efficient At No Cost To You
Hosted by the Long Beach Sierra Club
7:30 p.m., Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow St., Long Beach.
If you ’re turning the thermostat down, but your heating bill is still going up, you need to hear about PACE, a program where the government pays to make you energy efficient. Not only can you retrofit your home for little or no upfront cash, but with planning and know-how, you can even get the power company to start paying you!
The countywide Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Financing Program is expected to launch soon, so this is an opportunity for all area property owners – residential and business - to learn how it works and what they can do to participate and cut their energy bills.
Guest presenters:
Howard Choy, director of Los Angeles County's newly formed Office of Sustainability
Norma and Alan Williamson, owners of a zero energy home in Cerritos.
The program is free and open to the public.
Saturday, January 9, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Monday, January 11, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7 pm to 9pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Tuesday, January 12, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, January 16, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, January 16, Drawing in Nature
10am – 3pm, El Dorado Nature Center
We will walk and observe, journal and photograph out on the Nature Center trails and then turn our observations into colored pencil drawings. Learn the basics of using colored pencils.
Call (562) 570-1745 for supply list.
Adults: $25 per person each session.
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, January 16, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Sunday, January 17, Reiki Level I, Attunement and Certification
11:00am to 2:00pm, Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Studio #201
Long Beach, CA 90807
562-424-2444
www.EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
Keicher@EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
$125 ($60 deposit due at registration)
Class Info
Saturday, January 23, E-Waste and Used Tires Recycling Event
9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Environmental Services Bureau
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Bring us your electronic waste and old tires, and help keep our alleys and streets clean, and our environment hazard-free.
Get more info:
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturday, January 23, Bixby Knolls E-Waste Drive
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
North Division Police Substation
Parking Lot - Southwest corner, Atlantic & Del Amo
Items Collected:
Monitors, CRT Screens, Plasma Screens, Televisions, LCD Screens, Laptops, Printers, Copiers, Faxes, Scanners, Microwaves, Computer Towers, Stereo Systems, Mice/Trackballs, Cell Phones, Speakers, Telephones, Uninterruptible Power Supplies, VCRs, DVD Players, Servers, Server Racks, Plotters, Batteries (Household), Power Cords/Cables/Strips, or any old appliances. (Basically anything that plugs in, runs on batteries, or has a wire!)
Note: Regular batteries can be taken to InkPeace, 3636 Atlantic Avenue, for recycling
Tuesday, January 26, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Tuesday, January 26, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7 pm to 9pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Sunday, January 31, Mexican Vegetarian Cooking Class
1:00 - 4:00pm
T'sSpace is joined by the DeAvy family to present Authentic Mexican Cuisine
that is meatless and oh so flavorful. Recipes will be presented by Josephina in her native tongue ~ Espanol (spanish) and will be translated into English throughout the class. This is a unique opportunity to learn how to prepare this world reknown food firsthand. In addition, we will engage in a Mexican cultural art project.
Join us as we share,create, feast & celebrate each other.
Instruction: Josephina & Tanya will present Authentic Mexican Vegetarian Cuisine. Featured dishes (subject to change) include:Vegetarian ceviche, Drowned eggs with nopales (it's a soup), Mexican squash with cream sauce, Vegetarian michoacan red enchiladas, Traditional Beverage
Pleasure: What a wonderful way to start the year. Recipes and traditions will be shared that you can pass on to your friends and families. We will feast on Vegetarian Cuisine, our meal will be complimented by snacks and dishes we prepare ahead of time. Your tongue will roll in flavor and spices and your mind and hearts will be opened by Josephina and the DeAvy family.
DETAILS: Cost $45 includes instruction, fresh, organic produce & ingredients.
$5 off if you bring a friend.
TO REGISTER: Send email with participants name(s), phone & email to: ts_space@yahoo.com
Visit T'sSpace: www.tspaceonline.com
FEBRUARY 2010 EVENTS
Wednesday, February 3, Long Beach Cyclists General Meeting
Join us for February's monthly meeting, 7:17 pm.
JAX Bicycles
3000 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA
**Always the first Wednesday of each month.
Long Beach Cyclists promote cycling as a fun, valued and sustainable transportation choice in Long Beach through community, advocacy and education.
www.longbeachcyclists.com
Saturday, February 6, Birdwatching Basics
9am – 12 pm, El Dorado Nature Center
Discover the joys of birdwatching in this two-part class. Binoculars are available to borrow. Class includes materials and pocket bird guide to take home.
$10 per person (16 yrs and up)
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
Saturday, February 6, Out of the Wilds, and Into Your Garden
2- 4 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Want to learn more about native and water wise gardening? Come to our free gardening class and talk with California native plant experts. First Saturday of each month.
Call for program topic.
Pre-registration required. (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday February 6, Seal Beach Star Party (*rain cancels)
7:00 pm, Grassy area in front of Seal Beach Pier
Come join a group of dedicated volunteer astronomers as we share our powerful telescopes with the public. The main attraction for the evening will be the planet Mars. With a little luck (and weather permitting!) we'll be able to identify the Northern polar cap and some light and dark markings on the surface of the planet. During the evening we will also turn our telescopes toward some beautiful star clusters, the Orion nebula and some pretty double stars. These events are co-hosted by Bogart's Coffee House, our favorite purveyor of hot drinks and goodies to keep you warm while you are waiting for your turn at the eyepiece. Our observing site is right across the street from Bogart's which is located on Ocean Avenue just east of Main street. Here is a link for more information about Bogart's: www.bogartscoffee.com
Sunday, February 7, Open House for New and Expecting Parents
12:00-1:30 pm
Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio
3740 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, California 90807
562.424.2444
$10 for the Whole Family
www.everydayzenrelaxationstudio.com
Monday, February 8, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7 pm to 9 pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Tuesday, February 9, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Wednesday, February 10, Success in Progress: Determining and Achieving Your Goals
5:30-7:30, Presented by resident shaman, Ayamanatara and held at Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio, 3740 Atlantic Ave., Studio #201, Long Beach
If you find yourself in need of a little help or guidance, please join us for a free workshop to help you evaluate your goals and take the steps necessary to achieve them.This is a free workshop and we will be serving up some lovely snacks and goodies. Please call or email me to let me know you're coming.
What a wonderful way to spend a Wednesday evening-- improving the quality of your life with good friends and warm tea.
RSVP:
Keicher Payne
Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio
562-424-2444
Keicher@EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
www.everydayzenrelaxationstudio.com
Thursday, February 11, Public Meeting on Colorado Lagoon Restoration Project
5 pm, Lowell Elementary School Auditorium (5201 E. Broadway, Long Beach)
The meeting is being held by the City of Long Beach to discuss the beginning of the work in Phase 1 of the Lagoon Restoration Project. This work includes cleaning the underground culvert and construction of the low-flow diversion system. Together, these storm drain improvements and the culvert cleaning will help to significantly improve water quality and habitat value.
We encourage you to participate in this meeting and look forward to seeing you there.
Thanks as usual for your support.
Friends of Colorado Lagoon
A Coalition of Concerned citizens Working to Preserve and Restore Colorado Lagoon
Website: www.ColoradoLagoon.org
Saturday, February 13, 5th District Lake Clean-Up Day
9 am, El Dorado Regional Park (Area III), Long Beach
Volunteers of all ages and sizes are needed to help make the lake in El Dorado Park Area III litter-free.
Join the 5th District Lakes, Ponds and Wetlands Taskforce for an El Dorado Park Lake Clean Up Day. We will provide gloves and trash bags so that we can remove litter, fishing line and tackle from around the lake.
Volunteers will meet inside of the entrance at El Dorado Park off Wardlow Road.
Please volunteer and invite your family and friends to help educate people about the importance of our lakes, ponds and wetlands and what actions that they can take to make these bodies of water clean and safe.
To Volunteer, contact: Office of Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske
Telephone: 562.570.6932
district5@longbeach.gov
www.longbeach.gov/district5
Saturday, February 13, Great Backyard Bird Count
10am –12pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Join us at the Nature Center to become a scientist for the day, and help count our feathery friends. The data gathered helps to determine the effects of global warming on birds.
Call (562) 570-4876 for more information.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
Sunday, February 14, Audubon Bird Walk
Whether you’re a new birder or want to sharpen your skills, join members of El Dorado Audubon for this morning walk through the Nature Center. 8am-10am. Free Program.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
*NOTE: Green Residential Real Estate - Best Practices (originally scheduled for February 16 through March 16) at CSULB, has been cancelled.
Thursday, February 18, Green Vendor Fair
11AM to 3PM, CSULB
A Showcase of Sustainability -- Join us in a celebration of healthy and
green living! The CSULB GREEN Vendor Showcase will feature everything
from major renewable energy technologies to everyday products and
services, aims to create an engaging, educational, and empowering view
of greener living. This event is sponsored by the Career Development
Center.
On Our Campus and In Our Community -- This unique showcase will be held
in the University Student Union (USU) in the USU courtyard area. Held
in conjunction with the 2010 Engineering, Science and Technology Job
Fair, the showcase runs from 11AM until 3PM. This event is free to
attend and FREE to participating exhibitors!
Free Admission---Booths, Exhibits and More! -- The GREEN Vendor Showcase
will feature more than 20 pre-screened booths, exhibits, and features
highlighting services, products and information concerning GREEN living
and GREEN business. Participating organizations will be pre-screened
based on the criteria provided by the California State University
http://www.calstate.edu/cpdc/sustainability as well as the City of Long
Beach's Office of Sustainability.
Information for this year's event is available at
www.careers.csulb.edu/information
To register, please email Dr. Robin Lee at rlee@csulb.edu or call
562-985-4151 for more information.
Thursday, February 18, Common Ailments, Prevention & Treatment, with Q &A
7 to 8 pm, The class is free, held at:
Catalyst Community
430 E. First Street
Long Beach, CA
(562) 804-5625
This class will cover a wide range of situations, giving protocols for dealing with many of the common conditions we face, in a Q & A style format.
We'll go over a lot of stuff: from arthritis to vertigo (can't think of a condition starting with Z off the top of my head!), covering herbal medicines, nutrition, lifestyle changes, aromatherapy, diet, bodywork--we'll do it ALL!! Bring any questions you have (write them down so that you don't forget!), and take advantage of this open forum.
Contact: Julie James ( Julie@LongBeachHerbalist.com ) or RSVP at:
www.meetup.com/Green-Wisdom-Herbal-Studies
Facebook Page:
www.facebook.com/GreenWisdomHerbalStudies
Thursday, February 18, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7 pm to 9 pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Saturday, February 20, E-Waste Recycling Drive
9:00 am until 12:00 pm, Millikan High School, Long Beach
Millikan High School will host an E-Waste Recycling Drive on the back parking lot (Belen & Palo Verde Ave.). This event will benefit our entire ASB, all clubs, etc. PLEASE tell your parents, friends, neighbors, etc to donate.
FYI: Electronic devices are items that have an embedded battery, a circuit board and a plug. These items are used in either business or consumer electronics applications. Examples of items that are accepted include: televisions, computer, monitors, and DVD players, VCR*s, fax machines, copy machines. What is not accepted include appliances, batteries and lighting and hazardous waste.
Saturday, February 20, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, February 20, Drawing in Nature
10am – 3pm, El Dorado Nature Center
We will walk and observe, journal and photograph out on the Nature Center trails and then turn our observations into colored pencil drawings. Learn the basics of using colored pencils.
Call (562) 570-1745 for supply list.
Adults: $25 per person each session.
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, February 20, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturdays, February 20 & 27, Weatherization Fundamentals
9 am – 5 pm, CSULB
Are you a contractor, handy worker or carpenter looking to transition into a career in weatherization? An architect or other professional getting involved with the LEED Green Building Rating System who is looking for a basic overview of weatherization? Or a homeowner interested in weatherizing your home and identifying and prioritizing areas with greatest energy and cost savings? The course is designed to teach fundamental weatherization theory and concepts and hands-on skills required to achieve a successful career as a weatherization technician. The course will provide you with a complete overview of the skills and concepts required in weatherizing a home. These skills can be used to complement study toward passing other energy certifications, or to serve as a base for homeowners to begin the process of weatherizing their own home
More info:
www.ccpe.csulb.edu
Sunday, February 21, Edible Landscaping Class Schedule
Six Sessions will be held: Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14, 21, and 28 ~ 9AM - 1PM
Location: T'sSpace - Long Beach, CA (address & payment details sent upon registration)
Tuition: $240 early registration (until 14 days prior to the first session).
$275 late registration. Space is limited and may fill quickly; early registration recommended.
Both this Edible Landscaping course and an afternoon Ecofriendly Vegetable Gardening course will be offered on the same days in Long Beach. Combined Tuition: $430 early registration, $475 late registration.
To Register: Send email to ts_space@yahoo.com
Learn more (scroll down page): www.tspaceonline.com
Tuesday, February 23, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Thursdays, February 25 through March 18, Green Gardening: Drought Tolerance and Sustainability in the Landscape
Offered through CSULB's College of Continuing and Professional Education
Course description
Saturday, February 27, Go Green, Grow Green
10 am to 12 noon, Rancho Los Alamitos, Long Beach
Learn about backyard composting, worm composting, grass recycling, water-wise gardening and fire-wise gardening. Free admission. Parking at Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 Bixby Hill Road, Long Beach. (562) 431-3541
www.rancholosalamitos.com
MARCH EVENTS 2010
Monday, March 1, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7 pm to 9 pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Wednesday, March 3, Long Beach Cyclists General Meeting
Join us for March's monthly meeting, 7:17 pm.
JAX Bicycles
3000 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA
**Always the first Wednesday of each month.
Long Beach Cyclists promote cycling as a fun, valued and sustainable transportation choice in Long Beach through community, advocacy and education.
www.longbeachcyclists.com
Saturday, March 6, Arbor Day Tree Planting
10 am to 12 pm, El Dorado Nature Center
Join Nature Center staff and volunteers to celebrate Arbor Day. We’ll be planting California native trees along our newly restored stream. Space is limited to 50 people,Pre-registration is mandatory. Must be at least 10 years and older. Free program. Service hours available. Call 562-570-1745 to register.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
Saturday, March 6, Out of the Wilds, and Into Your Garden
2- 4 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Want to learn more about native and water wise gardening? Come to our free gardening class and talk with California native plant experts. First Saturday of each month.
Call for program topic.
Pre-registration required. (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Tuesday, March 9, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, March 13, Hearty Roots & Tender Shoots
10 am to 12:30 pm, Rancho Los Alamitos, Long Beach
A culinary workshop and sample tasting.
$35.00 RLA members
$45.00 non-members
Reservations required.
(562) 431-3541
www.rancholosalamitos.com
Saturday, March, 13, Water Replenishment District's Groundwater Festival
10 am to 2 pm
Water Replenishment District
4040 Paramount Blvd.
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 921-5521
www.wrd.org
Sunday, March 14, Audubon Bird Walk
8am-10am, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Whether you’re a new birder or want to sharpen your skills, join members of El Dorado Audubon for this morning walk through the Nature Center. Free Program.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
Sunday, March 14, Handmade Parade, Etsy Sellers' Fair
From: 9a.m. to 2p.m.
Located at the Long Beach Sunday Farmers Market.
At Longfellow Elementary School
3800 N. Olive Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90807
Near Bixby Road and California Ave.
www.LongBeachSundayMarket.com
Sunday, March 14, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Sunday, March 14, Reiki Level I Attunement and Certification
11:00am to 2:00pm, $125 ($60 deposit due at registration.)
Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Studio #201
Long Beach, CA 90807
562-424-2444
www.EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
Keicher@EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
Here are just a few of the concepts you will learn:
Introduction: Origin and history of Reiki
Principles and benefits of Reiki application
Basic Reiki meditation: Getting Ready to give Reiki to yourself or others
Hand positions for self healing and healing others
Reiki I Attunement
Reiki I Certificate
Learn this powerful and uplifting healing modality and start the new year fresh and charged!
Tuesday, March 16, Green & the Law: Legal Considerations & Implications Associated with Building Sustainably
12 noon to 3:30 pm, Long Beach City College
View pdf flyer to learn details:
Green & the Law
Saturday, March 20, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, March 20, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturday, March 20, Spring Equinox Campfire
7-9pm, $5 per person, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Join us for a campfire to celebrate all that is equal, including the day and night, but most of all the return of the spring season.
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, March 20, Seal Beach Star Party (*rain cancels)
7:00 pm, Grassy area in front of Seal Beach Pier
Come join a group of dedicated volunteer astronomers as we share our powerful telescopes with the public. The main attraction for the evening will be the planet Mars. With a little luck (and weather permitting!) we'll be able to identify the Northern polar cap and some light and dark markings on the surface of the planet. During the evening we will also turn our telescopes toward some beautiful star clusters, the Orion nebula and some pretty double stars. These events are co-hosted by Bogart's Coffee House, our favorite purveyor of hot drinks and goodies to keep you warm while you are waiting for your turn at the eyepiece. Our observing site is right across the street from Bogart's which is located on Ocean Avenue just east of Main street. Here is a link for more information about Bogart's: www.bogartscoffee.com
Sunday, March 21, Urban Paradise Meeting
3 pm, outside of the Main Library (101 Pacific Ave.), Long Beach
We will be discussing beautfication of the plot. The plants look great and in the summer, most should be blooming and be recovered from shock of transplanting. Big thanks to all who have helped and supported us. Topics of discussion: signage and art installation.
Elliot Gonzales
Urban Paradise Coordinator
(562) 786-3874
Tuesday, March 23, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Wednesday, March 24, Spring into Spring!
7-9:30pm
Location: We Olive Store in Belmont Shore, Long Beach
Call the store at 562-433-8000 to sign up.
Cost of class is $40.
Come join Chef Aliye from beachgreens produce delivery as she prepares simple delicious dishes that will leave you feeling full and satisfied, but won't weigh you down. These dishes are great for a weeknight meal, or dressed up for Easter Brunch!
Menu
Tomato Toast with Sardines and Mint
Baby Artichokes Baked with Olive Oil and Goat Cheese
Arugula, Blood Orange and Bleu Cheese Salad
Spinach Frittata with Spring Onions and Sun-Dried Tomato
Almond Thumbprint Cookies
www.beachgreens.com
Thursday, March 25, Green and Sustainable Practices for Homeowners
7-9 pm, CSULB
Do you have high utility bills? Are rooms in your home too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter? Do you suffer from allergies, asthma or headaches? You can take simple steps to make your home more green and sustainable with a return on your investment? In this course, you will learn how to measure your energy usage and manage what you spend on your utility bills, how to deal with home performance and energy efficiency related health issues in your home, and how to make your home more comfortable. We will address what cost effective changes in your home will offer you the biggest return on your investment. You learn how to lower your home’s environmental impact and live a more green and sustainable lifestyle. Nearly every home, new and old, has an opportunity for significant improvement.
Course Description
Schedule and Fees
Saturday, March 27, Too Toxic to Trash
9 am to 3 pm
Vet's Stadium
Clark Ave. and Conant St.., Long Beach
Saturday, March 27, Drawing in Nature
10am – 3pm, El Dorado Nature Center
We will walk and observe, journal and photograph out on the Nature Center trails and then turn our observations into colored pencil drawings. Learn the basics of using colored pencils.
Call (562) 570-1745 for supply list.
Adults: $30 per person each session.
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, March 27, Book Signing with Mindy Pennybacker
1 pm to 3 pm, Apostrophe Books, 4712 E. 2nd St., Long Beach, 438-7950
Author, Mindy Pennybacker will be signing her book, Do One Green Thing: Saving the Earth Through Simple Everyday Choices
Saturday, March 27, Simple Food From the Farm
1-4 pm
Location: The Growing Experience Farm, 750 Via Carmelitos, LB, CA 90805.
(Be warned this location does not show up correctly on all mapping programs, but mapquest.com has it correctly)
Cost: $40
To sign up, send an email to aliye@beachgreens.com
www.beachgreens.com
Note: beachgreens customers have 1st priority in signing up for this class; others will be put on a waiting list. Class is limited to 10 people.
Come and join us on a Saturday afternoon as we explore the bounty that the local Long Beach Farm, The Growing Experience, has to offer. We will prepare a delicious vegetarian meal, and tour the farm as well. See where some of the produce in your beachgreens deliveries comes from!
Menu
Spring Salad with Maple Vinaigrette and Bleu Cheese
Sugar Snap Peas Tossed with Fresh Garden Pesto and Pinenuts
Asparagus and Potato Frittata with Spring Onion
Marinated Strawberries with Mint
Wednesday, March 31, LBCC Horticulture Open House
9 am to 6 pm
1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach
For info, call: (562) 938-3092
Drought tolerant plants, California natives, trees, shrubs, sun and shade plants, ornamentals, vegtables, herbs, cacti and succulents.
APRIL 2010
Thursday, April 1, LBCC Horticulture Open House
9 am to 6 pm
1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach
For info, call: (562) 938-3092
Drought tolerant plants, California natives, trees, shrubs, sun and shade plants, ornamentals, vegtables, herbs, cacti and succulents.
Friday, April 2, LBCC Horticulture Open House
9 am to 6 pm
1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach
For info, call: (562) 938-3092
Drought tolerant plants, California natives, trees, shrubs, sun and shade plants, ornamentals, vegtables, herbs, cacti and succulents.
Saturday, April 3, LBCC Horticulture Open House
9 am to 6 pm
1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach
For info, call: (562) 938-3092
Drought tolerant plants, California natives, trees, shrubs, sun and shade plants, ornamentals, vegtables, herbs, cacti and succulents.
Saturday, April 3, Out of the Wilds, and Into Your Garden
2- 4 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Want to learn more about native and water wise gardening? Come to our free gardening class and talk with California native plant experts. First Saturday of each month.
Call for program topic.
Pre-registration required. (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Monday, April 5, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7 pm to 9 pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Wednesday, April 7, Long Beach Lawn to Garden Incentive Program: Online Registration Begins
www.lblawntogarden.com
Wednessday, April 7, Earthquake Program, Hosted by the Long Beach Sierra Club Group
7:30 p.m. at the Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach.
The speaker will be Dr. David K. Lynch, an astronomer and astrophysicist, who has turned his knowledge of astro-geology to the San Andreas Fault. He's the author of "Field Guide to the San Andreas Fault," a mile-by-mile guide to the world's most famous earthquake fault.
The presentation is especially timely, considering the devastating temblors in Chile and Haiti. The issue for Southern Californians isn't if, but when. Dr. Lynch can't answer that question -- no one can -- but he will provide the audience a better understanding of the forces at work beneath our feet.
The presentation is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April 7, Long Beach Cyclists General Meeting
Monthly meeting, 7:17 pm.
**Always the first Wednesday of each month.
Held at JAX Bicycles, 3000 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-4646
Long Beach Cyclists promote cycling as a fun, valued and sustainable transportation choice in Long Beach through community, advocacy and education.
www.longbeachcyclists.com
Saturday, April 10, Birdwalk at Los Cerritos Wetlands (Orange County side)
8 am, Spring Hike and Birdwalk, RAIN CANCELS
Meet in the parking lot of Gum Grove Park (Avalon Street entrance) which is a long narrow park that runs along the Los Cerritos Wetlands. It is an easy walk and a great way to see the birds, butterflies, and native ground squirrels. Most of the migratory ducks have moved on; however, we are sure to see several species of swallows, hawks, kingbirds, and beautiful spring migrants, including colorful warblers. As we walk along, we will often observe the birds and other wildlife who use the wetlands crossing into the park and back again. Recently, we were treated to an absolutely fantastic look at a Great Horned Owl sitting in a tree, and a pair of hawks flying out of the same tree!
www.eldoradoaudubon.org
Saturday, April 10, Solar Grand Prix
9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Good Neighbor Park (El Dorado Park)
2800 Studebaker Road, Long Beach
Solar vehicle race, sustainability fair, electric vehicle expo
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, April 10, Theodore Payne Self-Guided Native Garden Tour
10 am to 4 pm
The Long Beach Water Department is currently offering a 2-for-1 deal on tickets for this event, with a limit of five free tickets per Long Beach resident. Included in this year's tour is both a Long Beach apartment complex and single family home. The tour is self-guided and includes 50 examples of single and multi-family residences that have converted over to drought-tolerant landscapes.
Call to request tickets:
(818) 768-1802
www.theodorepayne.org/Tour
Sunday, April 11, Audubon Bird Walk
8am-10am, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Whether you’re a new birder or want to sharpen your skills, join members of El Dorado Audubon for this morning walk through the Nature Center. Free Program.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
Sunday, April 11, Theodore Payne Self-Guided Native Garden Tour
10 am to 4 pm
The Long Beach Water Department is currently offering a 2-for-1 deal on tickets for this event, with a limit of five free tickets per Long Beach resident. Included in this year's tour is both a Long Beach apartment complex and single family home. The tour is self-guided and includes 50 examples of single and multi-family residences that have converted over to drought-tolerant landscapes.
Call to request tickets:
(818) 768-1802
www.theodorepayne.org/Tour
Sunday, April 11, Open House at Prisk Native Garden
1 to 4 pm, On the grounds of Prisk Elementary School in the Los Altos area of Long Beach. Admission free. Donations accepted. Excellent wildflower bloom this year. School address is 2375 Fanwood, L.B. 90815.
Garden is around corner on Los Arcos. Call for info: 562-439-6002.
Or: letteriello@charter.net.
Sunday, April 11, Urban Paradise Meeting
3 pm, outside of the Main Library (101 Pacific Ave.), Long Beach
We will be discussing beautfication of the plot.
Elliot Gonzales
Urban Paradise Coordinator
(562) 786-3874
Mondays, April 12-May 3, Green Interior Design
7-10 pm, CSULB
The practice of green interior design is experiencing substantial growth due to an increased awareness of the importance of interior spaces that are both healthy and sustainable. The need to use products and practices that are both eco-friendly and promote better health in our homes and the workplace is becoming increasingly clear. Green designers create comfortable, healthy, and environmentally conscious spaces in addition to providing the overall benefits of mainstream interior design. This course presents an in-depth introduction to "green" interior design practices in both commercial and residential projects. We will highlight issues relating to sustainable materials, IAQ (indoor air quality), energy efficient lighting, water conservation, certification systems, and client benefits.
Program Description
Schedule and Fees
Tuesday, April 13, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, April 17, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, April 17, Building Backyard Habitats
10am –12pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Have you ever wanted to bring the Nature Center home? Well now you can. Discover how to turn your backyard into a wonderful wildlife habitat that will attract butterflies, birds and critters of all sizes. Also learn how you can be a “Good Neighbor” by following simple rules to keep pesky wildlife from moving in. After completing your training you’ll be ready to get your yard certified as a wildlife habitat from the National Wildlife Federation. Pre-registration is required. $5 per person
Nature Center Family and Special Events page
Saturday, April 17, Wetlands Restoration/Clean Up Event
10 am to 2 pm
The Los Cerritos Wetlands Stewards are hosting a great clean-up/restoration event at the Bryant wetlands property held by the Los Cerritos Wetlands Authority. The event will be South of Second St and East of PCH. What better way to spend Earth Day than out on the wetlands helping to protect and preserve them. To volunteer for the Los Cerritos Wetlands Land Trust information table, email Carol at rad.mariposa@gmail.com.
We hope you'll be able to help a few hours at one or both events. No experience required! Just show up and listen, watch, and learn while others show you how. It's fun because most people seem to be very much interested in our wetlands.
Saturday, April 17, Drawing in Nature
10am – 3pm, El Dorado Nature Center
We will walk and observe, journal and photograph out on the Nature Center trails and then turn our observations into colored pencil drawings. Learn the basics of using colored pencils.
Call (562) 570-1745 for supply list.
Adults: $30 per person each session.
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, April 17, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturday, April 17, Sustainable Landscapes
10 am to noon
Held at Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 Bixby Hill Rd., Long Beach 90815
Presented by Bob Perry, Landscape Architect
Lecture and book signing.
Reservations required.
(562) 431-3541
www.rancholosalamitos.com
Saturday, April 17, Seal Beach Star Party
7 pm, Meet on grassy area at beginning of Seal Beach pier.
Get more details (scroll down to bottom of page):
www.bogartscoffee.com/Events/
Sunday, April 18, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Sunday, April 18, Prisk Native Garden: Open House Redux
1 to 4 pm, On the grounds of Prisk Elementary School in the Los Altos area of Long Beach. Admission free. Donations accepted. Excellent wildflower bloom this year. School address is 2375 Fanwood, L.B. 90815.
Garden is around corner on Los Arcos. Call for info: 562-439-6002.
Or: letteriello@charter.net.Prisk Native Garden, Open House Redux
Monday through Friday, April 19 - 23, Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Systems and Their Installation
9am-5pm, CSULB
Upon successful completion of this certificate program, you will have a rudimentary knowledge of residential and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) power systems and their installation. You will have gained hands-on experience with a variety of systems encountered in the industry. At the end of the program, you will be offered the opportunity to take the North American Board of Energy Practitioner’s (NABCEP) Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge exam.
Program Description
Schedule and Fees
Wednesday, April 21, Registration begins for Mow Down Air Pollution, 2010 Electric Lawn Mower Exchange
To be held May 8th at:
Vet's Stadium
5000 Lew Davis St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
Get the details:
www.aqmd.gov
Thursday, April 22, ART & EARTH 2010
8 pm to 12 am, Maya Hotel, Long Beach
RAW & GREEN WAVE 501(c)3 COME TOGETHERFOR AN EARTH DAY ARTS CELEBRATION!
WHAT: RAW and GREEN WAVE come together for a celebration of “Art & Earth” featuring a RAW:natural born artist showcase including a film screening, fashion show, musical performance and art gallery. GREEN WAVE will infuse eco-vendors, products and services to educate and showcase conscious living. Tickets are $10.
WHERE: THE MAYA HOTEL 700 Queensway drive Long Beach CA
www.jdvhotels.com/hotels/losangeles/maya
The setting is an outdoor waterfall grotto on the Long Beach Harbor. The courtyard encompasses the many art forms as well as an amazing setting for networking.
HOW DO YOU GET INVOLVED? RAW & GREEN WAVE are looking for eco-brands with alike values that would like to be present in the celebration. We would like to educate the event attendees and put tangible eco products in their hands.
For business participation or sponsorship info, contact:
Janine Johnson, GreenWaveFounder@Gmail.com
Ph. 858.245.7679
Thursday, April 22, Colorado Lagoon Earth Day Celebration
2 pm to sunset (7:30 pm)
View pdf flyer for event details:
FOCL Earth Day_Flyer 2010
Friday, April 23, Colorado Lagoon Earth Day Celebration
7 pm to 9 pm, Earth Day Mixer
View pdf flyer for event details:
FOCL Earth Day_Flyer 2010
Tuesday, April 27, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Thursday, April 29, Green and Sustainable Practices for Homeowners
7-9 pm, CSULB
Do you have high utility bills? Are rooms in your home too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter? Do you suffer from allergies, asthma or headaches? You can take simple steps to make your home more green and sustainable with a return on your investment? In this course, you will learn how to measure your energy usage and manage what you spend on your utility bills, how to deal with home performance and energy efficiency related health issues in your home, and how to make your home more comfortable. We will address what cost effective changes in your home will offer you the biggest return on your investment. You learn how to lower your home’s environmental impact and live a more green and sustainable lifestyle. Nearly every home, new and old, has an opportunity for significant improvement.
Course Description
Schedule and Fees
MAY 2010
Saturday, May 1, Choosing the Best Plants for You
9:30 am to 1 pm
Long Beach Water Department
1800 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach
Space is limited, so register today: (562) 570-2300
www.lbwater.org
Saturday, May 1, Out of the Wilds, and Into Your Garden
2- 4 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Want to learn more about native and water wise gardening? Come to our free gardening class and talk with California native plant experts. First Saturday of each month.
Call for program topic.
Pre-registration required. (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Sunday, May 2, Reiki Level II Attunement and Certification
11:00am to 2:00pm
$175 ($87.50 deposit due at registration.)
Held at:
Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio
3740 Atlantic Avenue, Studio #201
Long Beach, CA 90807
562-424-2444
Keicher@EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
www.EverydayZenRelaxationStudio.com
Sunday, May 2, The Gardens of Brecy: A Lasting Landscape
1 pm to 4 pm, Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 Bixby Hill Rd. Long Beach, CA 90815
Author, Eric Haskell, presents a slide-illustrated journey of the Magnificence of Brecy. A traditional sweet and savory tea will be served in the garden following the presentation.
$45.00 for RLA members, $55.00 for regular admission
(562) 431-3541
Rancho "Events" page:
www.rancholosalamitos.com
Monday, May 3, Solar & Sustainability Task Force Meeting
7 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Administration Building
2760 Studebaker Rd - Large Conference Room
In the last couple years there has been a veritable explosion in the number of "backyard gardens" - including a very prominent one at the White House - as people are growing more concerned about where their food is coming from, how healthy it is, and how it's grown and transported... as well as trying to save money. In our community, Long Beach Organic has been encouraging that for a while.
Long Beach Organic, which works to promote organic gardening and local production in the urban environment, have helped establish numerous community gardens around Long Beach. And they are always seeking unused urban spaces for future garden sites.
Spencer Langdon, President of Long Beach Organic, and Joe Corso, Garden Director will be at our next task force meeting to tell us more about the good work they are doing, and to let you know how you can get involved, either in the wider community or in your own backyard.
Wednesday, May 5, Wednesday, Long Beach Cyclists General Meeting
7:17pm, JAX Bicycles
3000 North Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, 90808
(562) 421-4646
Special guest: Megan Dean, who owns and operates Moth Attack, a frame building company out of LA. Also the basics...Events, News, Advocacy and more!
Ride Safe!
Long Beach Cyclists promote cycling as a fun, valued and sustainable transportation choice in Long Beach through community, advocacy and education
**Meetings are always the first Wednesday of each month.
www.longbeachcyclists.com
Wednesday, May 5, Eat Better to be Healthier
7:30 at the Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, Long Beach. Program is free.
Start getting the answers at a special program hosted by the Long Beach Sierra Club. A former chemical engineer who began studying the food we eat after a bout with cancer, Mary Papavasiliou will show how to eat better to feel better and be healthier while making the planet healthier, too.
She and elementary teacher Dana Atkins will offer tips and techniques as part of the program: Better Eating Choices For Your Health and Survival. Atkins switched her family to a vegan diet seven years ago and never looked back. She’ll explain how other families can do the same and still enjoy good eats.
The presentation will include handouts to help people to make healthier food choices and samples of vegan dishes so you can taste for yourself what good food can be like.
Friday, May 7, Long Beach Bicycle Festival
www.bikelongbeach.org
Saturday, May 8, Long Beach Bicycle Festival
www.bikelongbeach.org
Saturday, May 8, Mow Down Air Pollution, 2010 Electric Lawn Mower Exchange
*Registrations begins on April 21st
To be held at:
Vet's Stadium
5000 Lew Davis St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
Get the details:
www.aqmd.gov
Sunday, May 9, Long Beach Bicycle Festival
www.bikelongbeach.org
Tuesday, May 11, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Wednesdays, May 12 through June 30, Green and Sustainable Building Certificate Program
Offered through CSULB's College of Continuing and Professional Education
Program description
Schedule and fees
Saturday, May 15, Designing Your New Landscape
9:30 am to 1 pm
Long Beach Water Department
1800 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach
Space is limited, so register today: (562) 570-2300
www.lbwater.org
Saturday, May 15, Trail Stewards Program
9am –12pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Do you enjoy walking at the Nature Center?
Want to help make sure it stays safe and beautiful for all who visit? Then join our Trail Stewards program! To register call 570-4885
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, May 15, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Saturday, May 15, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, May 15, Drawing in Nature
10am – 3pm, El Dorado Nature Center
We will walk and observe, journal and photograph out on the Nature Center trails and then turn our observations into colored pencil drawings. Learn the basics of using colored pencils.
Call (562) 570-1745 for supply list.
Adults: $30 per person each session.
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, May 15, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturday, May 15, Seal Beach Star Party
7:30 PM, Grassy area at beginning of Seal Beach Pier
Please join our group of dedicated volunteer astronomers as we share our powerful telescopes with the public. Early in the evening we will have a nice view of a slim crescent moon, Venus and Saturn. Later in the evening we will tour some beautiful star clusters and sparkling double stars. If you have not had a chance to see the rings of Saturn with your own eyes, this is your chance! These events are co-hosted by Bogart's Coffee House, our favorite purveyor of hot drinks and goodies to keep you warm while you are waiting for your turn at the eyepiece. Our observing site is right across the street from Bogart's which is located at 905 Ocean Avenue just east of Main street (just left of the Seal Beach pier). Here is a link for more information about Bogart's: www.bogartscoffee.com
Saturday, May 22, Trail Stewards Program
9am –12pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Do you enjoy walking at the Nature Center?
Want to help make sure it stays safe and beautiful for all who visit? Then join our Trail Stewards program! To register call 570-4885
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, May 22, Green Long Beach! Festival
Time: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Location: 3rd and Long Beach Blvd
What: Local organizations, Long Beach students and city government showcase the latest and greatest in green tech and trends.
Contact: (562) 646-7645 and
www.greenlb.org
Tuesday, May 25, Family Nightlife Walk
7 to 9 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Looking for an alternative to the computer and TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
$4 per person, pre-registration required, (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Family & Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Thursday, May 27, Eating for Two: Effective Nutrition that Combats Stress
5:30 to 7:00pm, Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio, Long Beach
Scientists know that stress and malnutrition have an influence on a mother and her developing fetus; but now, more discussion is focused on the influence of the mother's stress on her baby and the relationship between nutrients and stress.
Mothers who experience prolonged stress may quickly become depleted of certain vitamins and minerals. Similarly, having a diet filled with varietal nutrients may help combat the negative physical affects of stress like strengthening the immune system and lowering blood pressure.
It appears that nutrition and mental wellness go hand in hand for the developing fetus and mother. What are some nutrition options that combat the physical effects of stress, and promote overall physical health for her and her new arrival? Join Chai Benson, MS, MFTI and Tom O'Keefe to discuss the multiple benefits of preventative health methods. Start your baby out on a path to nutrition and stress reduction before she/he gets here!
RSVP:
keicher@everydayzenrelaxationstudio.com
www.everydayzenrelaxationstudio.com
Thursday, May 27, Green and Sustainable Practices for Homeowners
7-9 pm, CSULB
Do you have high utility bills? Are rooms in your home too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter? Do you suffer from allergies, asthma or headaches? You can take simple steps to make your home more green and sustainable with a return on your investment? In this course, you will learn how to measure your energy usage and manage what you spend on your utility bills, how to deal with home performance and energy efficiency related health issues in your home, and how to make your home more comfortable. We will address what cost effective changes in your home will offer you the biggest return on your investment. You learn how to lower your home’s environmental impact and live a more green and sustainable lifestyle. Nearly every home, new and old, has an opportunity for significant improvement.
Course Description
Schedule and Fees
Sunday, May 30, Argentine Cuisine and Dance
T's Space presents the Salatino family from Argentina. Sip on some mate while you listen to
tango and are introduced to Argentine culture and cuisine. This will be an event to remember. Join us as we share, create, feast & celebrate each other.
Instruction: We will be making authentic Argentine dishes the vegetarian way. Learn "hands on" how to prepare empanadas, chimichurri, mate and other Argentine goodies.
Pleasure: Bring your comfortable dancing shoes and come dance with us. We will be teaching the basic steps of traditional dances like Tango, Folklore and Chamame!!
DETAILS: Cost $45 includes instruction, fresh, organic produce & ingredients.
$5 off if you bring a friend.
TO REGISTER: Send email with participants name(s), phone & email to:
ts_space@yahoo.com
Sliding Scale/Trade Available
Visit T'sSpace:
www.tspaceonline.com
JUNE 2010
Wednesday, June 2, Wednesday, Long Beach Cyclists General Meeting
7:17pm, JAX Bicycles
3000 North Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, 90808
(562) 421-4646
Events, News, Advocacy and more!
Ride Safe!
Long Beach Cyclists promote cycling as a fun, valued and sustainable transportation choice in Long Beach through community, advocacy and education
**Meetings are always the first Wednesday of each month.
www.longbeachcyclists.com
Saturday, June 12, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Saturday, June 12, Choosing the Best Plants for You
9:30 am to 1 pm
Long Beach Water Department
1800 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach
Space is limited, so register today: (562) 570-2300
www.lbwater.org
Tuesday, June 15, Meeting on Alternative Healthcare Options
6:30 pm
Zephyr Cafe, 340 E. 4th Street
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: (562) 435 -7113
Get info:
www.meetup.com
Saturday, June 19, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, June 19, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturday, June 26, Designing Your New Landscape
9:30 am to 1 pm
Long Beach Water Department
1800 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach
Space is limited, so register today: (562) 570-2300
www.lbwater.org
JULY 2010 EVENTS
Thursday, July 1, Summer Concerts at the Nature Center
Gates open at 6:30 pm, concert from 7-8 pm, El Dorado Nature Center
Enjoy a sunset picnic by the lake while listening to some of SoCal’s local musicians. Bring low chairs or blankets and an earth-friendly picnic dinner.
Admission is $3 at the gate 5 yrs and younger free.
Thursday, July 1 & 15
Nature Center Family and Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Friday, July 9, Evening Campfire
7:30 - 8:30pm; $2.00 per person, El Dorado Nature Center
Get the family together for an hour and head outside for some fresh air, relaxation, stories, games and laughs around the campfire.
Pre-registration required.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, July 10, Bird Walk
What: Summer Walk and Nature/Bird Walk
When: Saturday, July 10th, 8:00 a.m.
Where: Gum Grove Park, off Pacific Coast Highway at the border of Seal Beach and Long Beach. Meet at the Avalon Street entrance.
Our birdwalk starts off in the parking lot of Gum Grove Park (Avalon Street entrance) which is a long narrow park that runs along the Los Cerritos Wetlands. It is an easy walk and a great way to see the birds and butterflies amid splashes of colorful flowers. We are sure to see swallows, hawks, kingbirds, and colorful warblers. Hooded orioles, several species of raptors, owls, and a number of other species are known to nest in the area. As we walk along, we observe how wildlife uses the park and the property that the Los Cerritos Wetlands Authority hopes to acquire later this year.
Join us as our walk leaders share their knowledge and passion for the wildlife of the wetlands and as they help you envision a day when the tidal flow is restored to the historic wetlands at the mouth of the San Gabriel River. It's not hard to imagine a fully restored wetlands looking like Upper Newport Bay. If you have questions, please contact eldoradoaudubon@yahoo.com.
Saturday, July 10, Old, Bald, Flat or Fried: E-Waste and Used Tire Recycling Event
9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Environmental Services Bureau
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Sunday, July 11, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Sunday, July 11, Summer Detox with T's Space
11 am to 2 pm
Get info:
www.tspaceonline.com
Thursday, July 15, Summer Concerts at the Nature Center
Gates open at 6:30 pm, concert from 7-8 pm, El Dorado Nature Center
Enjoy a sunset picnic by the lake while listening to some of SoCal’s local musicians. Bring low chairs or blankets and an earth-friendly picnic dinner.
Admission is $3 at the gate 5 yrs and younger free.
Thursday, July 1 & 15
Nature Center Family and Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Friday, July 16, Clothes Swap Party and Potluck
Begins at 7:10 pm and goes to 8:30. Free.
Doors Open at 6:30 pm for Drop Off of Swap Stuff - You can also help organize the swap, grab something to drink or eat (Potluck!) And socialize …
Held at:
Catalyst Community Space
430 E. 1st Street, Long Beach, CA 90802
*To be held the third Friday of every month
www.housepartyswapnshop.com
Saturday, July 17, FREE Lamp Exchange, Sponsored by SCE
8 am to 1 pm, KMART, 2900 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, 90815
Bring up to 10 lamps in working condition: halogen torchiere, standard bulb floor lamps, standard bulb table lamps, standard bulb desk lamps. No lamp shades. Exchange for energy efficient fluorescent lamps.
(800) 865-6483
www.scelampexchange.com
Saturday, July 17, eWaste Recycling Day
9 am to 1 pm, Long Beach Memorial Hospital, on Columbia St. between Atlantic Ave. and Long Beach Blvd.
Bring your cell phones, monitors, batteries, laptops and TVs. No appliances.
Saturday, July 17, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, July 17, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Sunday, July 18, FREE Lamp Exchange, Sponsored by SCE
8 am to 1 pm, KMART, 2900 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, 90815
Bring up to 10 lamps in working condition: halogen torchiere, standard bulb floor lamps, standard bulb table lamps, standard bulb desk lamps. No lamp shades. Exchange for energy efficient fluorescent lamps.
(800) 865-6483
www.scelampexchange.com
Tuesday, July 20, Meeting on Alternative Healthcare Options
6:30 pm
Zephyr Cafe, 340 E. 4th Street
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: (562) 435 -7113
Get info:
www.meetup.com
Friday, July 23, Evening Campfire
7:30 - 8:30pm; $2.00 per person, El Dorado Nature Center
Get the family together for an hour and head outside for some fresh air, relaxation, stories, games and laughs around the campfire.
Pre-registration required.
Nature Center Family and Special Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, July 24, Delights from the Arbor and Orchard, "Antioxidants from Your Garden"
10 am to 12:30 pm, Rancho Los Alamitos
Lecture by Tom Spellman.
Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for RLA members.
Get more information:
www.rancholosalamitos.com
Thursday, July 29, Eat Your Vegetables...Happily!
5:30-7 pm, Everyday Zen Relaxation Center
Join Aliye Aydin, owner of beachgreens produce delivery, as she gives practical tips for incorporating more vegetables and fruits into your way of eating. It'll be a delicious evening that includes sweet samples. Your friends and family are welcome!
This workshop is FREE!
Call to reserve your space:
Everyday Zen Relaxation Studio
3740 Atlantic Avenue, #201
Long Beach, CA 90807
562-424-2444
www.EverydayZenRelaxationstudio.com
AUGUST 2010
Monday, August 2, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7:30 pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
Bogart's Events page:
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Wednesday, August 4, Long Beach Cyclists General Meeting
7:17pm, Utopia
445 East 1st Street
Long Beach, CA 90802
Events, News, Advocacy and more!
Ride Safe!
Long Beach Cyclists promote cycling as a fun, valued and sustainable transportation choice in Long Beach through community, advocacy and education
**Meetings are always the first Wednesday of each month.
www.longbeachcyclists.com
Saturday, August 7, Out of the Wilds, and Into Your Garden
2- 4 pm, El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
Want to learn more about native and water wise gardening? Come to our free gardening class and talk with California native plant experts. First Saturday of each month.
Call for program topic. Pre-registration required. (562) 570-1745
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, August 7, Astronomy Night Star Party
7:30-10 pm, Grassy area at the Seal Beach pier
Come join a group of dedicated volunteer astronomers as we share our powerful telescopes with the public. Early August means that the summer constellations are high in the sky and well placed for viewing. There will be no moon this evening and so we will spend all of our time focusing on some of the best star clusters, nebulas and double stars visible all year. Late in the evening we should be able to get our first look at the planet Jupiter where we'll see the Galilean moons and the colorful cloud bands encircling the planet. These events are co-hosted by Bogart's Coffee House, our favorite purveyor of hot drinks and goodies to keep you warm while you are waiting for your turn at the eyepiece. We set the telescopes up across the street from Bogart's next to the Seal Beach Pier.
This is a perfect event for children of all ages! Come enjoy an amazing view.
Saturday, August 14, Designing Your New Landscape
9:30 am to 1 pm
Long Beach Water Department
1800 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach
Space is limited, so register today: (562) 570-2300
www.lbwater.org
Sunday, August 15, Nature by Kayak
9 a.m. to noon. Off-site, Aquarium of the Pacific class is held at the Newport Bay Wildlife Preserve.
Cost: $58 per person
$53 for Aquarium members
Kayak included. Instruction on basic kayaking and a naturalist-guided expedition to learn about the plants, geologic features, archaeological sites, marine biology and the fascinating history of the Bay. Both double and single kayaks are available.
Ages: Must be at least 11 years old, under 16 years old must be enrolled with an adult.
RSVP: (562) 951-1630
AOP "Nature by Kayak" page:
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Tuesday, August 17, Meeting on Alternative Healthcare Options
6:30 pm
Zephyr Cafe, 340 E. 4th Street
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: (562) 435 -7113
Get info:
www.meetup.com
Wednesday, August 18th through Sunday, August 22nd, Svastha Yoga Camp Well-Being Retreat
5 days and 4 nights of yoga and ayurvedic living surrounded by the sacred energy of the majestic Sequoias.
Come detox your body and mind, and reset your spirit.
*Ayurvedic & Yogic Education.
*Healing Sound Vibration.
*Tuning into the Elements.
*Vegetarian Ayurvedic and Raw Cuisine and Cleansing.
*Visioning.
*Campfires.
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Massages under the trees.
*Shifts in Awareness.
*
Inspired consciousness.
Families encouraged.
Private massage, sound healing sessions, and Floating Lotus Tandem massage available.
$650 Adults
$200 Children (over 1)
$200 Deposit due at Registration. Balance due by 8/1.
Late Registration (8/1) $25 more
Accomodations: Double Occupancy Cabins. A limited amount of camp sites are available on a first come, first served basis.
To register, please visit www.SvasthaHealth.com or email stella@svasthahealth.com
Thursday, August 19, An Evening with Rebecca, Intuitive Psychic
7:30 pm
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave.
Seal Beach, CA
562-431-2226
"At the foot of the pier"
Bogart's Events page:
www.BogartsCoffee.com
Are you contemplating a change in your life but you're not sure who to talk to about it? Are you feeling frustrated about our current economic situation and wonder when things are going to start looking up? Ask Rebecca!Join us for an open, informal discussion and bring your questions: ....personal, spiritual....whatever you'd like to ask. No charge!
Rebecca provides insight with compassion, humor, honesty and integrity. She is an ordained minister who has been providing spiritual insight for over 20 years.
Love offerings are deeply appreciated. Private sessions are avaialble by appointment. Call Rebecca at (562) 433-7003 or email her at rebecca@iamrebecca.com
Saturday, August 21, Justin Rudd's 30-Minute Beach Cleanup Day
10 a.m.
1 Granada Ave.
Long Beach, 90803
www.beachcleanup.org
Saturday, August 21, Drawing in Nature
10 am to 3 pm, El Dorado Nature Center
We will walk and observe, journal and photograph out on the Nature Center trails and then turn our observations into colored pencil drawings. Learn the basics of using colored pencils.
Call (562) 570-1745 for supply list.
$30 per person each session.
Nature Center Adult Events page:
www.longbeach.gov
Saturday, August 21, Smart Gardening and Composting Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Free
Learn how to turn your lawn and yard trimmings into a beneficial soil amendment. Workshops are held on the third Saturday of every month.
2929 E. Willow Street
Long Beach
Please call to enroll: (562) 570-4694.
Or email recycle@longbeach-recycles.org
Smart Gardening/Composting page (City of Long Beach):
www.longbeach-recycles.org
Saturday, August 28, Choosing the Best Plants for You
9:30 am to 1 pm
Long Beach Water Department
1800 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach
Space is limited, so register today: (562) 570-2300
www.lbwater.org
Sunday, August 29, RAW, Inside and Out
1 pm to 4 pm, Presented by T's Space.
Get the details:
www.tspaceonline.com
