One of Long Beach’s favorite holiday time traditions, the Daisy Ave Christmas Parade, a.k.a. the Christmas Tree Lane Parade, is celebrating its 60th (yes, sixtieth) anniversary this year. What a remarkable achievement! According to Maria Norvell, longtime chair of the event, “This parade is unique in that it is the only holiday parade of its…
Each year at the start of the holiday season, RPNA and The Substance Abuse Foundation join together with neighbors all around to light a tree for peace, which is erected in the middle of our beloved park (8th St & Orizaba Ave). It’s one of favorite traditions, and one that we think matters—plus, it’s a…
Winter is approaching and our beloved park at 8th St and Orizaba Ave needs a little attention to help it through the season. A little pruning, a little weeding, a little washing, and lots of camaraderie! When we all share in the work, it’s easy and enjoyable! Tools and supplies will be on-hand—all that’s needed…
Art, Events, Food, and Festivities Saturday and Sunday, October 19th and 20th 2:00p-6:00p each day Aptly set during Art month, residents and artists alike will be taking to the street—East 7th Street from Redondo Blvd. on the east to Alamitos Blvd on the west—to begin reinvisioning one of Long Beach’s most important corridors. Organized by…
Join Alan Mullikin at Rose Park (8th St & Orizaba Ave) this coming Saturday, September 28th, between 10:00a and 11:00a for a “Neighborhood Exchange.” Bring something to trade that you’ve created or grown—vegetables, fruit, baked goods, arts, crafts, etc. Come connect with neighbors and showcase your creations! Bring a blanket or simple stand to show…
Did you know that doorways are no stronger than any other part of a structure? Don’t rely on them for protection! During an earthquake, get under a sturdy piece of furniture and hold on. It will help shelter you from falling objects that could injure you during an earthquake. The Rose Park Community Watch group…