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Local Artist’s Work at El Dorado Nature Center at El Dorado Nature Center Museum

July 6, 2013 to July 31, 2013
Long Beach artist Timothy Bulone’s work will hang at the El Dorado Nature Center here beginning Saturday, July 6. Bulone creates each of his images by starting with a digital photograph, then using a variety of computer programs to render them into art that is “more representational, more evocative, and more revelatory” than the original photo, he says. "Digital art sounds much too cold to me. I think of it as photographic art and of myself as an artist working in photography. I am so thankful…See More
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CosmetiCare Skin Care Luncheon at Bayside Restaurant

June 19, 2013 from 11:30am to 1pm
The public is invited to a lunch hosted by CosmetiCare, the OC plastic surgery and medi-spa featured on "Today," "20/20," "The View," & the New York Times, where attendees will learn how to improve the health and vitality of their skin using the finest products and services available.The lunch will be held at the critically acclaimed Bayside Restaurant. Cost is $100, which will be applied to any products or services purchased. Lunch is complimentary.CosmetiCare has been helping women and…See More
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Ten Times Funnier Comedy Show @ Universal Studios Citywalk at 1000 Universal Studios Drive Universal Studios, Ca 91508

June 16, 2013 from 9pm to 11pm
What Upper Ten Times Funnier Fans....The Ten Times Funnier Comedy Show gonna be "rockin"  EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!!  in  2013 @ The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club Universal Studios CitywalkWe got these joke!!.SHOW STARTS PROMPTLY AT 9:00 PM!!!!!Ten Times Funnier Host Black Kasper Co/Host Jay AlexanderONLY $3.00 DOLLAR VALET PARKING!!!. 18+ w/valid ID.For all my Ten Times Funnier guests that want free tickets you must fill out the link below. If you do not fill out the link you will have to pay regular…See More
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VIGILS BY NOAH HAIDLE at Long Beach Playhouse

June 14, 2013 at 8pm to July 13, 2013 at 8pm
A young Widow keeps her dead husband's Soul in a box. When the chance to forget him and let him go comes she is hesitant. Will she decide to let the Soul go and move on with her life? June 15 - July 13. www.lbplayhouse.org 562-494-1014  See More
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The Herb Blake Experience

  How many of us have sat down and thought “I need to do something with my life,”…See More
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Legendary V.I.P. World Famous Records Closes Shop

It's seems like times are definitely changing. Not sure if it's for the good or bad or whatever. But definitely, the closing of the world famous V.I.P. record store is in my opinion, another defeat in Long Beach's small business scene. For those who don't know (which I hope aren't many of you CIty Lifers), V.I.P. is home to many old school hip hop videos that featured Warren G, Snoop, Nate Dogg, and more. Remember this video?     To be…See More
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A discussion started by Jesus Hernandez was featured

Kafé Neo: The Best Burger in Long Beach may not be made of beef.

Food is the great unifier. A great dish is something that every culture in the world takes pride in; from fresh sushi to a hearty steak.Kafé Neo opened its doors at the corner of 4th and Temple in Oct. 2007. Since then it has been serving Greek flavors infused with American…See More
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Reflecting on Memorial Day - "The Man" Interviews Artist/Vietnam War Veteran [VIDEO]

Good morning City Lifers, I'm sure you're all getting ready for your barbecue session(s) on this Memorial Day. First I wanted to share something with you all.  A good friend and mentor of mine who is also a Long Beach resident artist, Akinsanya Kambon was able to sit…See More
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Mayor Bob Foster was enthusiastic, one might even say chipper, when delivering the 2012 State of the City address at Center Theatre last night. He said one grateful shout out to the Council, quoted two American philosophers, gave three major suggestions to improve our city’s future and cracked at least four good jokes. And although there are still many adversities to overcome, Mayor Bob Foster spoke of appreciation and affirmation to the hardworking citizens and employees who have brought the city of Long Beach to some new heights in 2011.

Suggestions to Improve the Future of Long Beach

When addressing the recent California Supreme Court ruling to abolish city redevelopment agencies, Mayor Foster expressed his frustration in the state’s decision, but promised to focus his energy on creating new avenues for growth.

“There is a vital need to better align the pieces of city departments that work on development, planning and permitting, issuing business licenses, administering small business loans and branding this city,” he said.

This act of ensuring Long Beach continues to grow and improve was followed with a suggestion to his Council members to pass the Downtown Plan, which will be voted on tonight at the city council meeting.

He also applauded the two public safety organizations that “willingly sat at the bargaining table because we share the belief that long-term fiscal health and high-quality public safety go hand in hand” and negotiated pension changes with the council that will result in more than $110 million in savings over the next ten years.

The Police Officers Association and Firefighters Association came to an agreement with the council, but they are still awaiting negotiations with the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers, the IMA.

Mayor Foster recommended they stop the pension reform holdout and join all the other employees groups, in order to save an additional $145 million over the next ten years.

His third major suggestion to the council and citizens of Long Beach was to remind the council to continue making those tough, but admirable decisions to benefit our city, and for the residents to hold them accountable. He said it’s their job to make the hard choices, but our job to assess their performance. He even mentioned all the online tools we now have to stay informed and vigilant 

Praises to City Development and Positive Statistics

Once again, crime is down in Long Beach and the murder rate is at the lowest number on record. For the first time in decades, nearly all of our beaches received an “A” grade from Heal the Bay. In due to a partner ship between Long Beach and 15 upstream cities, a $10 million project to retrofit storm drains to prevent trash from entering the Long Beach coastline was granted from a federal fund. The port has some very impressive achievements that have improved our air quality, as well.

About 10 parks were completed, 19 miles of streets and over 17 miles of sidewalks were resurfaced last year and the bike lanes on Broadway were completed. A brand new Ronald McDonald House opened its doors in December and 256 new businesses were established, a seven percent increases to 2010.

Another notable increases spun from the City-ran Pacific Gateway Network, which placed 3,100 area residents in permanent job last year, nearly 900 more than in 2010. And although he recognized that statics don’t give a relief if all can’t find work, he suggested visiting www.hirelb.com to let Pacific Gateway help.

And with the help of new resources like Long Beach City College Small Business Development Center, among many others, a shocking 31% of Long Beach purchases went to Long Beach businesses totaling over %86 million. Pretty impressive numbers, for a major California city.

What is in store for 2012

Mayor Forster pledged to continue to contain the city budget shortfalls and service needs, while focusing on infrastructure, economic growth, redevelopment and the environment. This means relying on resources and the impact of policies, more than ever before.

He also praised the current projects that will continue to develop in 2012, like the Superior Court House in construction downtown and the new terminal at the airport. Also included, was a $1 billion dollar project to protect the Port’s competitiveness and will generate 4,000 jobs over the next five years.

And although Mayor Foster made cracks about our “Armageddon rhetoric” ban on plastic shopping bags and recited a joke poking fun at public office holders, he was undoubtedly proud of the progress Long Beach made in 2011 and the future of this city. He knows that times are grim, but seem to suggest that times, they are a changin'.

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