Long Beach Releases RFI on Food Vending Carts Manufacturers, Holds Celebrations of Earth Day Throughout April and the Young Child, April 27

City to Host Annual Celebration of the Young Child in Downtown Long Beach

The City of Long Beach will host the fifth annual Celebration of the Young Child, in downtown Long Beach. This free event provides hands-on activities and showcases vendors who provide services and resources for children up to 8 years old.

This year’s event will feature performances by Latin Grammy-winner and author of “Paletero Man,” Lucky Diaz, and Wacko the Magician. Additional activities include music and movement for toddlers and preschool-aged children hosted by Library staff, read-aloud story times, a sensory exploration area and other educational hands-on activities.

Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 27

Details: https://tinyurl.com/celebration-of-the-young-child 

City of LB Requests Info from Food Vending Cart Manufacturers

The City of Long Beach is releasing a Request for Information or RFI to better understand the market landscape for mobile food vending carts, including types of carts, pricing and fulfillment timelines. The information will help the city prepare for the second phase of its sidewalk vending support program, Sidewalk to Success, which supports sidewalk vending entrepreneurs to align with the city’s recently approved Sidewalk Vending Ordinance

As part of the Sidewalk to Success program, the city will provide up to 40 free carts to local sidewalk food vendors who meet eligibility requirements. Actual carts available will depend on the type of carts and program participation. The information gathered from the RFI will help the city determine the best method to secure sidewalk vending carts. Notification of a future contracting opportunity will be issued through the city’s electronic bid notification system.

Details: https://tinyurl.com/food-vending-cart-LB 

Long Beach Earth Month Events and Educational Campaigns Throughout April

The City of Long Beach is celebrating Earth Month by hosting a series of fun, free and family-friendly events, workshops and volunteer opportunities for residents throughout April. Festivities will highlight a range of sustainable topics such as supporting local wildlife, reducing waste and stewarding community spaces. This year’s Earth Month activities and events are organized around the 2024 theme, Planet vs. Plastics

Details: See the Earth Month events calendar, longbeach.gov/sustainability