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Sponsored by The Prentice School
A Morning with Rick Lavoie
Fri, Feb 12 - 7:30am-12noon
Rose Center Theatre - 14140 All American Way, Westminster
Topics: “Strategies that Don’t Work…and Those that Do” and “It’s so Much Work to be Your Friend”. Reservations are required.
$100 General Registration - Includes Breakfast Buffet
Special School District Rate: 5 or more employees for one single district will receive a discounted rate of $75.00 per person. Free Parking.
Contact Lauren Krausgrill @ 714-244-4600 or prenticeschool@prentice.org
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Aquarium of the Pacific Event
Happiness: How Companies & Countries Flourish When They Promote It
Mon, Feb 8 - 7-8:30pm, Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Long Beach native Chip Conley, the founder and CEO of Joie de Vivre Hospitality—the nation's 2nd largest boutique hotelier (and the operator of the Hotel Maya), comes back to Long Beach to speak at the TED conference. Conley will talk about why corporate and political leaders need to become more focused on valuing and measuring the intangibles in life—those items that bring value to companies and bring joy to citizens—and why this is particularly necessary for the 21st century.
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Bixby Knolls presents
Literary Society Meeting: All The Kings Men
Wed, Feb 10, 7 pm - Expo, 4321 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach
The Literary Society's selection for February is "All The Kings Men", rated the 36th greatest novel of the 20th century by Modern Library. The book has been said to be based on the life of Huey Long (1893-1935), the colorful Louisiana governor and senator. The book follows the dramatic political ascent and governorship of Willie Stark, a driven, cynical populist in the American South during the 1930s.
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2010 “Magical Memories” World Tour
The Original Harlem Globetrotters
Sat, Feb 13, 1 & 7 pm - Honda Center, Anaheim
Sun, Feb 14, 1 & 6 pm - Staples Center, Los Angeles
Mon, Feb 15, 1 pm - Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario
If Valentine's means celebrating with the family, get in on the fun and experience the magic as the Harlem Globetrotters come to Southern California. The iconic Harlem Globetrotters are primed to showcase their eye-popping 2010 “Magical Memories” World Tour to over 215 cities across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico with the wholesome family entertainment known worldwide for thrilling fans young and old and making cherished family memories.
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Aquarium of the Pacific
Valentine's Day Dinner
Sun, Feb 14, 6:30 pm - 10 pm - Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach
Bring your sweetheart for a special evening at the Aquarium this Valentine's Day. Experience the ambiance of the Aquarium at night and enjoy a gourmet meal in Cafe Scuba. You are welcome to enjoy the Aquarium galleries after dinner as they will be open. $40 per guest, $30 per Aquarium member, Aquarium Admission included.
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LACMA
Renoir in the 20th Century
Opens Sun, Feb 14 (Runs through May 9) - Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles
What could be more romantic that a stroll through a Gallery filled with Renoir? This exhibition is the first monographic study dedicated to Renoir since the comprehensive retrospective of 1985 at the Galeries nationales du Grand Palais in Paris, and the first one ever mounted by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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An ideal gift for any special occasion!
24Kt Gold Dipped Roses for Someone Special!
Golden Rose Florist, Rosemead / (626) 572-8555
Our roses are real California roses that have been carefully selected, sized, and formed while they are at their peak of beauty. Each gold plated rose is then preserved and electro-plated with a rich 24kt gold finish. "Golden Roses" last a lifetime and are one-of-a-kind works of art.
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Long Beach Convention Center
World's Greatest Hobby on Tour
Sat, Feb 6 and Sun, Feb 7, 10 am - Long Beach Convention Center, 300 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach
The World’s Greatest Hobby on Tour is a new kind of event that showcases the hobby of model railroading. Sponsored by the Model Railroad Industry Association and by the World’s Greatest Hobby Program, the show is intended to introduce the general public to model railroading in an entertaining, lively and family-friendly atmosphere. $10.00 for adults and children under 16 are FREE.
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Aquarium of the Pacific Event
African American Festival
Sat & Sun, Feb 20 & 21 - 9am-5pm - Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Price included with admission. Join the Aquarium of the Pacific as it hosts its eighth annual African American Festival, celebrating the richness and diversity of African American and African cultures. The weekend will feature live entertainment, arts and crafts, ethnic food, and more. Featured are hip hop and breakdancers, gospel singers, mardi gras second line dancers, live jazz, interactive drum circles, West African dance, cultural storytelling, community award ceremonies, and a host of other activities.
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New Contest! ENTER TO WIN a Pair of Tickets to See...
The Female of the Species
Written by Joanna Murray-Smith, Directed by Randall Arney
On stage now through Mar 14 - Geffen Playhouse, Westwood
Academy Award nominee Annette Bening returns to the Geffen Playhouse in this wildly wicked farce. Watch and laugh as a famed feminist author's retreat is rudely and hilariously interrupted by a host of unexpected guests: a disgruntled student, an impatient cabbie, her longtime publisher, her overlooked daughter and simplistic son-in-law. Writer's block has never been so funny!
Featuring: David Arquette, Annette Bening, Mireille Enos, Julian Sands, Josh Stamberg and Merritt Wever
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New ThisWeekIn... Contest
Win a Family Four Pack of Tickets to the
Aquarium of the Pacific
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Follow link below for your chance to win four tickets to the Aquarium as we help celebrate the African American Festival happening Feb 20 & 21 at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach.
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Attend A Free Symposium
Epilepsy And Brain Mapping Program
10 Congress Street, Ste. 505, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 792-7300
The Epilepsy and Brain Mapping Program is a comprehensive center known for treating difficult seizure disorders in adults and pediatrics. We care about each and every patient.
Attend "New Advances in Epilepsy And Brain Mapping" Symposium. Feb 27, Sat, 8 am to 4 pm - Braun Auditorium, Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, CA
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Looking for a quick getaway from everyday life?
If so, Hawaiian Gardens Casino is filled with action 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Come and play 7 Card Stud, Crazy Pineapple, Blackjack, Mexican Poker, No Limit Hold’em and more. If you like Asian games, play 13 Card Chinese Poker, Paigow Poker, Paigow Tiles, and Super Pan 9. Tense or stressed? Have a relaxing massage from one of the Casino’s personal therapists-any time. Mediterranean, Mexican, American, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese cuisine served daily. Grab a specialty coffee at the Cappuccino bar, or quick cocktail from the Ka’anapali bar. Hawaiian Gardens Casino…..We have smiling faces and great service. Come and see us right off the 605 on Carson Street, we’ll be waiting!
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Long Beach Playhouse presents
Our Town
Runs through Sat, Mar 6 - The Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 East Anaheim Street, Long Beach
Recently opened at the Long Beach Playhouse Theatre, the popular stage play based on the pulitzer prize winning novel that follows the essence of small town life in early 1900s New England. Guided by the Stage Manager across a sparsely set stage, audiences travel through time to find meaning in common activities and understand the ephemeral nature of life.
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Santa Monica Playhouse presents
Touch
Fri and Sun, Feb 12 and Feb 14 - Santa Monica Group Theatre, 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica
Science and spirit entwine when Kyle, a reserved young astronomer, and Zoe, his flamboyant, faithful soul mate, recklessly fall in love. When something as profoundly dark, random and chaotic as the night sky tears them apart, Kyle traces through his past as he struggles to reconnect to the world instead of retreating to the cosmos. Touch is a tender reminder that time and space are wondrous, miraculous healers, and that within even the most sheltered parts of the heart there exists a bright flash of hope. Tickets: $15
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The All American Melodrama Theatre presents...
Idaho Smith and The Drinking Fountain of Youth
Fri, Sat & Sun performances through March 15
The All American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall
429-E Shoreline Village Dr., Long Beach
See this hillarious movie spoof. , “Idaho Smith” tells the story of a “not so famous” archeologist and explorer who stumbles upon an ancient temple and its mysterious resident. Audiences will thrill to this fast paced action movie satire and its even quicker dialogue. Plus each performance features the musical vaudeville revue, “Safari So Good.” Fun for all ages.
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El Dorado Library
Scrabble
Mon, Feb 8, 5:30 - 7:45 pm - El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach
You're invited to play a friendly game or two of Scrabble at the El Dorado Neighborhood Library. We welcome new players of all abilities. Size of group varies each session.
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Long Beach Library
Puppy Love
Tue, Feb 9, 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm - Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr, Long Beach
Stories and activities surrounding the theme of "Puppy Love" are planned for children ages 2-5 with the goal of discovering books and the joy of reading. Parents and children may stay for an informal play time following the program.
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HauteDogs presents
Valentine's Card Contest for Abused & Abandoned Shelter Pets
Runs through Fri, Feb 12 - Long Beach Animal Care Services, 7700 East Spring Street, Long Beach
Haute Dogs and Justin Rudd are sponsoring a Valentine's contest that will benefit shelter pets in Long Beach. Students in grades K-12 are invited to create Valentine's cards for dogs and cats housed at the shelter to decorate their kennels.
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El Dorado Neighborhood Library presents
Teen Poetry Contest
Deadline is Fri, Feb 13, El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach
The El Dorado Neighborhood Library is holding a teen poetry contest. Write a LOVE POEM no longer than one page. On the back of your poem write your name, email and phone number and limit to 5 entries. The winner will receive the Twilight READ poster and the complete Twilight book series. The winning poem will be posted on the Teen page of the Long Beach Public Library website as well.
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LA Convention Center
Soccer Nation Expo 2010
Sat & Sun, Feb 13 & 14 - Los Angeles Convention Center,
Soccer Nation Expo is an action-packed weekend where coaches, administrators, players and fans can experience the world of soccer. From world-class coaching clinics and professional soccer stars to the cutting edge in gear and consumer goods, Soccer Nation Expo has something for everyone. Make sure to get to the Expo early each day, as the first 500 people admitted each morning will receive a free goodie bag full of gifts and surprises from some of our participating exhibitors! Admission is absolutely FREE to the public.
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A Great New Resource for Shoppers
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This Week In So Cal
Find More So Cal Outdoor Events
Hikes, Campfires, Family Activities, Nature Talks, Beach Cleanups and MORE
Follow link below to find more great outdoors events throughout So Cal.
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ESPN Zone at L.A. Live
Your place to watch the BIG Tournaments and Games!
ESPN Zone at L.A. Live - Across from Staples Center
Step into ESPN Zone and experience the game on one of our 55” flat screens! You can even reserve one of our Private Rooms for a more personalized experienced! Book your party today - 213.765.7079.
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Disneyland Volunteer Offer
Give a Day. Get a Disney Day.
Volunteer a day of service in 2010 to a participating organization and get one day admission to a theme park at The Disneyland® Resort, free.
There's no better time to make a dream come true for others and let us make a few come true for you. You must pre-register and sign up through official site to volunteer and complete your service at an eligible volunteer opportunity. Ticket quantities for this program are limited. You must be at least 18 to sign up.
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Fingerprints presents
Animal Liberation Orchestra
Wed, Feb 10, 7 pm - Fingerprints, 4612 E. 2nd Street, Long Beach
February 9th sees the release of Man of the World and the guys will be stopping in on Wednesday, the 10th, to kick things off. Man of the World is ALO's fourth full-length, and third for Brushfire Records. Jack Johnson produced it and guests throughout, but the real star is the collective power of a band hitting its stride.
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Seal Beach
Brenna Whitaker
Fri, Feb 12, 8 pm - Spaghettini Grill & Jazz Club, 3005 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach
A " rising star on the Los Angeles music scene," a "Peggy Lee for the 21st Century" and more, Brenna Whitaker is thrilled to be bringing her show to Spaghettini with Upright Cabaret. Tickets: $25
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In Theatres This Week
"Dear John" (PG-13)
Starring: Channing Tatum, Richard Jenkins - Drama
Also In Theatres This Week:
"From Paris with Love" (R) - John Travolta / Action
"When in Rome" (PG-13) - Kristen Bell, Josh Duhamel / Comedy
"Frozen" (R) - Kevin Zegers, Shawn Ashmore / Thriller
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City of Long Beach Public Works Dept.
Saturday Vehicle Auctions in Long Beach
Each Saturday - 7:30am - 10 am - 3111 E. Willow Street
The City of Long Beach vehicle auction is moving from every Tuesday, to every Saturday, starting on April 5th. The auction is open to the public. Viewing starts at 7:30 AM. The auction starts at 9:00 AM. No one is admitted after 10:00 AM. The auction is located at 3111 E. Willow Avenue in Long Beach.
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Harbor Area Farmers Markets
Long Beach Area Farmers Markets
Thursdays 3-6:30pm - Long Beach Uptown (map)Fridays 10am-4pm - Long Beach Downtown (map)Sundays 9am-2pm - Long Beach Southeast (map) | |
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Literary Society Meeting, Wed, Feb 10, 7 pm - Expo, 4321 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach
This month's Literary Society Meeting will discuss the Pulitzer Prize winning novel "All the King's Men" by Robert Penn Warren
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