Culture

32nd Annual Filam Arts Festival Returns to Point Fermin

  Join on Sept. 12 for the 32nd Annual Festival for Filipino Arts and Culture. Celebrate the spirit of community…

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“Hangmen”: Lesser McDonagh, imperfectly staged — but still fun

You can rely on Martin McDonagh. Black humor. Sardonicism. Impending menace. Clever twists. Simple phrases reworked ‘til they rise above…

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Letters to the Editor: CSULB’s Puvungna Site Long Due for Sensitivity to its Historical, Scientific Value

  I’d like to see an update on the story in the April 16-29, 2026 “Earth Day” edition to follow…

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So. Cal. Pointe Break Brings San Pedro Together Through Music

By Chris Villanueva Hundreds of music fans gathered at Point Fermin Park this past weekend for the inaugural So. Cal.…

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From Paris to California: The Unexpected Pleasures of Wine, Cheese and Fruit Paste

By Lynn Nishimura, Columnist A friend brought me back a bottle of red wine that her hotel gifted her during…

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Girl Power, Heat Stroke and Capitalism: Surviving Daisy Chain Fields

By Evelyn McDonnell, Columnist During Olivia Rodrigo’s closing set at Daisy Chain Fields, the herstoric festival she founded that packed…

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It’s Time for the New Blues Festival 2026 Aug. 29, 30

  The 10th Anniversary New Blues Festival returns to Long Beach for two full days dedicated to the rich sounds…

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Mixiotes and the Matriarchy

A traditional Mexican feast with Chef Sandra Orozco of Cultura con Sabor exploring motherhood as a force in urbanism. An…

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photos from the edge 39 – Paris Of The Streets

  Photographs by David Bacon Paris at one time was the most photographed city in the world. The boy with…

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Arts Council for Long Beach Dancing in the Streets 50th Anniversary Celebration at State of the Arts.

  Join the 50th anniversary celebration at State of the Arts. This year will be made even more special by…

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