COMMUNITY EVENTS
July 4
Great American 4th of July Bike Parade
Come to the seventh annual Great American 4th of July Bike Parade, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 4, starting at the Granada boat launch ramp in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach.
Details:4th of July Bike Parade
Venue: Granda boat launch ramp
Location: 1 Granada Ave., Long Beach
Fireworks on the Beach
The main event is one of the best fireworks shows around, from dusk to 9 p.m., set off in front of the Long Beach boardwalk. Hours of spectacular pre and post-show fireworks can be seen up and down the length of 28 miles of beach. This is one of those has-to-be-seen-to-be-believed events.
Also scheduled for that day is the Queen Mary Independence Day celebration from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. There will be two stages of live music, strolling entertainers and a children's area, culminating in the spectacular 4th of July fireworks show. Special hotel rates are available.
Cost: $24.95 Adult, $12.95 children 5 to 11 years old, $21.95 military personnel and seniors
Venue: The Queen Mary
Location: 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach
July 6
Tour De’ Torrance
Walk with David Moody and Ron Melin, as they point out birds at the Preserve, as well as other city parks in the South Bay, where they regularly bird and keep records of bird sightings, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. July 6, at the Madrona Marsh Preserve in Torrance.
Venue: Madrona Marsh Preserve
Location: 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance
Details: (310) 782-3989
July 8
Propagation Society
Join the Propagation Society, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 8 and 22 at Madrona Marsh Preserve in Torrance.
Learn how to prepare soil, collect and clean native seeds, “pot up” into larger containers and grow native plants in the nursery for propagation on the marsh and fundraising events.
Venue: Madrona Marsh Preserve
Location: 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance
Details: (310) 782-3989
Yappy Hour
Come join Dr. Perrault and staff for Yappy Hour, an educational evening, from 6 to 9 p.m. July 8, at Cats & Dogs Animal Hospital in Long Beach. Learn about the importance of parasite control in our pets from our two guest speakers.
Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres (and doggie treats) will be provided. RSVP by July 5.
Details: (562) 439.4228; www.catsanddogsah.com
Venue: Cats & Dogs Animal Hospital
Location: 627 Redondo Ave., Long Beach, CA
July 10
Salt Marsh Open House
Step out into nature, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. July 10, at the Salinas de San Pedro salt marsh. Bring your binoculars, camera, sketchpad, journal or just your curiosity. Discover the many animal residents of the salt marsh with guidance from Sea Ranger naturalists and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Education.
Watch for resident and migratory birds, fish and other inhabitants as you observe tidal changes. Learn about native wetlands, coastal sage scrub and the benefits of native plants.
Venue: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Location: 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro
Details: (310) 548-7562; Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
July 11
Sunday Storytime
Join educators and volunteers as they share ocean tales at the “Sunday Story Studio,” from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. July 11, at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium.
Listeners of all ages can join along and be part of the story using puppets and other props or may choose to read a book of their own. This is a free activity; however, reservations are requested for groups.
While you’re here visit the aquarium exhibit hall and outdoor touch tank to observe local marine life and don’t forget to stop by CMA’s volunteer-run gift shop for reasonably priced nautical themed gifts and books.
Venue: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Location: 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro
Details: (310) 548-7562; Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
July 12
Seashore Mornings
First and second graders delight in discovering the wonders of slime during a weeklong Science at the Seashore program “Galloping Snails and Other Fishy Tales,” from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 12 through 16, at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium.
Participants will get close-up views of sea snails “galloping” and other fascinating seashore animals in the laboratory, aquarium and along the surrounding shoreline. Children will create their own storybooks, go crab fishing, find out what lives in oozing mud and make records of their daily discoveries.
Hands-on activities will include handling live marine animals, using a variety of tools, learning about animals in the Aquarium exhibits, exploring nearby coastal habitats, and participating in ecological games. Classes are limited in size to ensure individual attention.
Cost is $85; members pay $77.
Venue: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Location: 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro
Details: (310) 548-7562; Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
July 13
Meet the Grunion
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium will be offering the last of the season “Meet the Grunion” programs at 8 p.m. July 13 and 27, in the Susanne Lawrenz-Miller Exhibit Hall.
Grunions are small sardine-size fish of the silversides family, which are among the few species of fish that actually come ashore to lay their eggs on sandy beaches. They are found from Southern California south to Baja California, with Cabrillo Beach being one of the better places to observe the fish.
Prior to the predicted run, everyone will gather on the beach to await the grunion. The program cost is $5 for adults and $1 for seniors, students, and children. Warm clothing is recommended.
Venue: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Location: 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro
Details: (310) 548-7562; Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
July 17
Target Arts & Wonder Free Family Festival
The Grand Vision Foundation with Angels Gate Cultural Arts Center, Duval Productions and the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs are hosting the Target Arts and Wonder Free Family Festival, from 2 to 6 p.m. July 17 and 18 at Peck Park in San Pedro.
The Free event includes music, arts and crafts, and food vendors
Venue: Peck Park
Location: 560 N. Western Ave., San Pedro
Details: (310) 833-4813
30-Minute Beach Cleanup
Take part in Justin Rudd’s 30-minute Beach Cleanup, starting 10:30 a.m. July 17, at the Belmont Shore Area of Long Beach.
Details: http://BeachCleanup.org
Location: 1 Granada Ave., Long Beach
July 24
2010 Steve Hartt Memorial San Pedro to San Diego Ride
On July 24, participate in this year’s port to port, San Pedro to San Diego bicycle ride, about 112 miles.
The event includes lunch, dinner, energy drinks and supplements, as well as transportation back to San Pedro. The event is limited to 60 riders.
Details: (310) 832-1966; The Bike Palace
Location: starts at Channel at Gaffey streets, San Pedro to Old Town San Diego.
July 29
Out at the Movies
Come Out at the Movies, at 9 p.m. June 24, for evening of great films and live entertainment at the Art Theatre in Long Beach.
The evening is preceded by live entertainment and full accessibility to concessions, bee, wine and champagne for audience 21 years and older. This is a monthly film-screening event in Long Beach that benefits those touched by HIV-AIDS and breast cancer.
The group’s mission is to educate about important health issues while amusing and delighting the senses with finely made movies geared toward the GLBT community.
Admission to the event is $10.
Details: Out at the Movies
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
July 1
Colours of Dance
The Dance Center presents its annual showcase of student dancing and singing at 7 p.m. Tickets are $18.
Details: (310) 781-7171 or www.thedancecenterinc.com
Venue: James Armstrong Theatre
Location: 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance
July 31
Summer White Party Cruise
The International Imperial Court of Long Beach and Empress Jackie are hosting the sixth annual Harbor Yacht Cruise, from 7:15 to 11:15 p.m. July 31, in Long Beach.
The event will raise funds for St. Mary's C.A.R.E. program and will include a buffet style dinner, a variety drag show, jewelry auction and a 50/50 raffle.
Tickets are $45.00 before July 10.
Details: www.careprogram.org
www.longbeachimperialcourt.org
Location: 100 Aquarium Way, Dock No. 2, Long Beach
THEATER & FILM
July 2
Joan Rivers – A Piece Of Work
See what Joan Rivers –A Piece Of Work is all about July 2 at the Art Theatre in Long Beach.
The movie exposes the private dramas of irreverent, legendary comedian and pop icon Joan Rivers as she fights tooth and nail to remain the queen of comedy. Filmed as a cinema verite documentary, the film reveals a rare glimpse of the comedic process and the toxic mixture of self-doubt and anger that often fuels it.
Rivers’ story is both an outrageously funny journey and a brutally honest look at the ruthless entertainment industry, the trappings of success and the ultimate vulnerability of the life of a performer.
Venue: Art Theater
Location: 2025 E. 4th St., Long Beach
Details: (562) 438-5435; www.arttheatrelongbeach.com
July 9
1776
Join the latest cast of 1776, a production of Musical Theater West, July 9 through 20, at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach.
The theatrical rendition is based on the events leading up the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Details: (562) 856-1999 x4; www.musical.org
Venue: Carpenter Performing Arts Center
Location: 6200 Atherton St., Long Beach
July 16
Inception
Watch Inception with Leonardo DiCaprio at the Art Theater in Long Beach.
Venue: Art Theater
Location: 2025 E. 4th St., Long Beach
Details: (562) 438-5435; www.arttheatrelongbeach.com
July 30
The Kids Are All Right
Check out The Kids Are All Right with Julianne Moore at the Art Theatre in Long Beach.
Venue: Art Theatre
Location: 2025 E. 4th St., Long Beach
Details: (562) 438-5435; www.arttheatrelongbeach.com
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