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Stay informed Click here to view in your browser.   Welcome to our City Newsletter! Greetings! It's starting to feel like summer! Everyone is busy with graduation ceremonies and end of the school year events. This week Long Beach Unified School District will also end their school year sending off our youth to summer vacation. Don't stress out about what summer activities to enroll your toddler, small child, tween, teen or even yourself in. The City of Long Beach has compiled a list of more than 1,000 events and activities happening in Long Beach starting this month. In addition, our Long Beach Parks, Recreation & Marine department is offering affordable programming for the entire family. We recently announced the Summer of Opportunity initiative, a collective impact approach focused on fostering positive development among Long Beach youth while also addressing youth violence. Watch the full livestream of our press conference below. Scroll down to get more information on resources, job openings, events and more. It’s a Summer of Endless Fun with Long Beach’s New Online Summer Activities Calendar We are offering a variety of summer family-friendly programs, activities and events for residents of all ages to enjoy. Check out our newly launched Summer Activities Calendar! Participate and stay up to date on the latest summer activities hosted by the City and local partner organizations. Click here Long Beach Leaders Announce Plans for a Safe and Healthy Summer This week, the City of Long Beach announced details for its Summer of Opportunity initiative, a collective impact approach focused on fostering positive development among Long Beach youth while simultaneously addressing youth violence. The initiative features three key areas of focus – S.T.R.O.N.G. Beach (Standing Together to Reach Our Next Generation), which will expand summer youth opportunities; violence prevention and suppression strategies; and community engagement and activation – to further support and uplift local youth. Click here City of Long Beach to Consider Approval of Potential Venue Areas for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, the Long Beach City Council will consider approving a Venue Use Guarantee with the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (LA28). The Venue Use Guarantee is a critical step in solidifying the venues in Long Beach for the LA28 Games, scheduled from July 14, 2028, through Aug. 27, 2028. Potential Long Beach venues include the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center area, Marina Green and Alamitos Beach, and waterfront around the Belmont Shore Beach area, as well as Marine Stadium. Click here Long Beach’s Water Playgrounds to Open at Alamitos and Bay Shore Beaches June 14 The City of Long Beach will open the popular inflatable “Wibit” aquatic playgrounds at Alamitos Beach and Bay Shore Avenue on Friday, June 14, 2024, offering residents and visitors of these Long Beach beaches free, family-friendly fun and active water play all summer long through Monday, Sept. 2. Click here Long Beach Transit’s next service change will take place on Sunday, June 16, 2024, and exciting improvements are coming! Bus schedule updates include changes to Routes 1, 2, 102, 104, and 151. They will also launch a new and improved online Trip Planner. Whether you're commuting to work, exploring the city, or just running errands, our new Trip Planner will offer real-time schedules, route options, and the quickest routes to your destination. Powered by Google Maps, say goodbye to the hassle of navigating multiple routes. To learn more about route improvements and other changes visit ridelbt.com/servicechange for more information. Click here City of Long Beach Announces Homelessness Strategic Plan Update Initiative We recently released our Homelessness Strategic Plan Update Initiative, a major milestone in the City’s ongoing efforts to address homelessness and housing insecurity in Long Beach. Long Beach residents, businesses and stakeholders are invited to participate in a short, five-minute online survey, available in English, Spanish, Khmer and Tagalog, to help guide the City’s Homelessness Strategic Plan Update. The public survey is available now until June 17, 2024. Those who complete the survey will be entered into a raffle for the chance to win a $50 gift card, provided by City Fabrick. Click here Participate in Long Beach's Donation Drive to Support People Experiencing Homelessness We are still hosting our donation drive to collect a variety of essential physical items to provide to community members experiencing homelessness. We encourage everyone who is able to join the effort by donating needed items. Read more City of Long Beach to Host Virtual Community Meeting for Colorado Lagoon Open Channel Project Save the date and get involved! We are hosting a virtual community meeting to provide recent updates on the Colorado Lagoon Open Channel Project. The meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Click here Long Beach’s Mark Twain Neighborhood Library Closed June 11 for Routine Maintenance Long Beach Public Library’s Mark Twain Neighborhood Library will be closed on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, for scheduled routine maintenance. The original doors to the location will be replaced. The library is expected to reopen the following day, Wednesday, June 12.  All other branches of the Long Beach Public Library, excluding Bay Shore, will remain open and available for use. Library patrons are encouraged to utilize the Library’s vast collection of digital resources, including the Library catalog, downloads, and databases, available 24/7. Click here Long Beach Public Library Recognizes LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with Proud Voices Celebration Long Beach Public Library is celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month this month with an array of special programs, curated book and film lists and engaging activities for visitors of all ages. Recognizing June as a month of national significance for commemorating the history and accomplishments of the LGBTQIA+ community, this year's theme, Proud Voices, underscores the importance of visibility through various mediums including history, storytelling, art and film. Click here Long Beach Public Library Launches 2024 Summer Reading Program Adventure awaits as the Long Beach Public Library gears up to kick off its annual Summer Reading Program, inviting readers of all ages to embark on literary adventures under the theme, Adventure Begins At Your Library. Spanning nine weeks from June 8 to August 10, the program offers a plethora of enriching summer activities, events and incentives across all 12 Library locations. Click here Long Beach Public Library Launches 2024 Creative City Lab, a Design Camp for Students Grades 7 and 8 This summer, the Long Beach Public Library in partnership with Dramatic Results, is once again offering its SEED Creative City Lab, a transformative educational program designed to ignite creativity and foster STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) exploration among middle school students. The SEED Summer Design Camp offers a unique opportunity for 7th- and 8th-grade students to immerse themselves in art, design and culture while engaging with key urban themes. Click here Enrolling in Childcare is as easy as 1,2,3 with the Hub The Long Beach Early Learning Hub helps families connect to childcare, learn about childcare financial assistance, and enroll in care with one universal application that connects families with over 60+ childcare providers. Create an account and submit an application today to find a childcare program that works for your family! Click here Long Beach Launches Improved Digital Rights Platform to Enhance Data Privacy and Digital Rights for Residents The City of Long Beach recently launched a new data privacy and digital rights platform as part of its ongoing effort to enhance data privacy, digital rights and transparency. The City’s Department of Technology and Innovation partnered with California State University, Long Beach to launch the enhanced platform earlier this year, which then underwent pilot testing with community members who participated in community data walks that were held in March. The enhanced digital rights platform, available at longbeach.gov/digitalrights, and accompanying educational signage available at locations throughout the city help further the City's efforts to educate its residents about their digital rights. Click here Community Invited to Participate in Multi-Day Community Charrette to Support Reimagining for Long Beach’s Shoreline Area The City of Long Beach invites residents as well as business and community representatives to participate in a series of visioning exercises to create a plan for the Downtown Shoreline area of Long Beach. Community members are invited to participate in the many activities taking place in the area June 13-20, 2024, and complete an online survey available now through June 24. Click here Long Beach Businesses, Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Winter Storm Series Can Now Apply for Disaster Loans Available through the U.S. Small Business Administration The City of Long Beach Department of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communications is encouraging local homeowners and renters, businesses of all sizes, and private nonprofit organizations affected by the severe winter storms that occurred between Jan. 31-Feb. 9, 2024, to take advantage of low-interest federal disaster loans being offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Click here Click here Taste of Downtown: Pine & Promenade, June 12 & 13, 5 to 9 PM Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the enduringly popular Taste of Downtown culinary event! Taste of Downtown: Pine & Promenade is happening Wednesday and Thursday, June 12 and 13 from 5 to 9 PM. Bite-size food samples, beer, wine, and cocktails from many of Downtown's favorite purveyors will be available for tasting, and local favorite Manuel the Band will provide the musical fire! Get your advance Taste Tickets on Eventbrite here, and find out more details about the event here. Click here Visit Long Beach Launches #OnlyInLB Summer Giveaway Series Visit Long Beach’s #OnlyInLB weekly giveaway series has returned this summer to help you make the most of the season and enjoy the best activities, events, and attractions Long Beach has to offer. This summer’s prizes include a jetski excursion to Catalina Island with Jetski2Catalina, a family 4-pack of tickets to the Queen Mary’s Fourth of July Celebration, Southwest Airlines gift certificates, and more! Make sure you’re following @VisitLB on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X, and subscribe to their newsletter for weekly giveaways and discounts all summer long. Click here Experience the Magic of Pink Floyd with Brit Floyd at Long Beach Terrace Theater Join us on June 13, 2024, for a mesmerizing evening at the Long Beach Terrace Theater as Brit Floyd brings their spectacular P-U-L-S-E World Tour to our city. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd's iconic album 'The Division Bell,' this tribute show promises a journey through the greatest hits that have captivated audiences worldwide. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this musical extravaganza— tickets are available on Ticketmaster.com. Click here Sesame Street Live Comes to Long Beach! Mark your calendars for June 14-15, 2024, and prepare to be delighted as Sesame Street Live! Say Hello visits the Long Beach Terrace Theater. Featuring beloved characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Abby Cadabby, this brand-new interactive production is perfect for family fun. Secure your seats today for a magical adventure with the Sesame Street gang. Click here Laugh Out Loud with Jo Koy at the Long Beach Terrace Theater Jo Koy has just announced his world tour, with a stop at the Long Beach Terrace Theater! Get ready for a night of hilarity on December 7, 2024, as the renowned comedian Jo Koy takes the stage at the Long Beach Terrace Theater with his latest tour, JUST BEING KOY. Known for his vibrant stand-up performances that brilliantly capture the essence of modern family life, Jo Koy's show is sure to leave you in stitches. Tickets go on sale Thursday, May 9 at 12pm, so head over to Ticketmaster to grab yours now and join us for an unforgettable evening of comedy. Click here Queen Mary 4th of July Celebration Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style aboard The Queen Mary! Enjoy an unforgettable 4th of July bash filled with delicious food, awesome entertainment and non-stop family fun! From games, to live performances, to a jaw-dropping professional fireworks show, they've got it all! Tickets start at $55 for adults and $35 for kids. Click here The Queen Mary in Long Beach Debuts First-Ever Summer Event Series The Nation’s most historic maritime icon, The RMS Queen Mary in Long Beach, is proud to announce its inaugural Summer Event Series, happening now through June 2024. Packed with an exciting array of entertainment from captivating monthly Movie Nights to the Night Market, refreshing Margaritas on the Mary, and more, The Queen Mary's Summer Event Series promises to be a highlight of the season in Southern California. Click here City Launches Application Period for Second Cohort of Long Beach Public Service Corps Program The City of Long Beach has launched the application period for 2024-2025 Long Beach Public Service Corps program which provides college students interested in pursuing careers in local government, nonprofit management and public service an opportunity to engage in paid fellowship opportunities across City departments, allowing participants to gain practical experience and develop the skills necessary for various in-demand occupations. Applications for the second cohort are available now through Friday, June 30, 2024. Click here Businesses and Nonprofits Can Access Free Support from Youth this Summer! At no cost to the business, Pacific Gateway trains youth workers and pays their wages and workers compensation. Businesses and nonprofits can access free support while giving youth and young adults a valuable work experience. 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