January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Free Admission Fridays
MoLAA offers free admission every Friday of the month.
Museum of Latin American Art
(562) 437-1689
www.molaa.org

January 4, 11, 18, 25
Free TARGET Garden Sunday
Every Sunday is free, thanks to the support of Target. Bring the whole family and enjoy a day of free admission and special programs.
Museum of Latin American Art
(562) 437-1689
www.molaa.org

January 3
Double Shot- Live Painting and Music
Live painting and art collection of two up and coming Los Angeles artists, Michael Pukac and Max Nuetra. Neutra's live painting has been gaining recognition across the Southland because of his involvement with live music and large events, such as the X-Games and Sunset Junction. This will be the first show featuring the live painting of both Pukac and Neutra.
6 –10 p.m.
Goods Gallery (North East Corner of Long Beach Boulevard and Broadway)
East Village Arts District
(530)301-1307

January 10
2nd Saturday Artwalk
Enjoy an evening of art, entertainment, and food.
4 –10 p.m.
East Village Arts District
(562) 435-5232

January 7
Long Beach Area Homeless Coalition
8:30 a.m.
Multi-Service Center
1301 W. 12th Street
(562) 733-1147

January 9
DLBA Operations Meeting
8:30 a.m.
DLBA Offices
100 W. Broadway, Suite 120
(562) 436-4259
www.downtownlongbeach.org

January 6
Aqua Tots: movin and grovin beneath the sea
Participants in the class will be involved in activities, crafts and a tour that emphasize this topic of movement. To help students better understand how ocean animals move, live animal viewing and touching will also be incorporated into the class. Students will create their very own bouncing turtle craft to take home. Aqua Tots are a series of programs developed for two to three-year-olds with their parent or adult chaperone.  Because this class is specifically designed for two to three year olds, any younger or older siblings of the child should stay at home and cannot be admitted to the class. 
2:30 pm-4:00 pm
Aquarium of the Pacific
(5962) 590-3100
www.aquariumofpacific.org

January 6, 13, 20, 27
Tiny Tot Storytime
This is a lapsit program with songs, rhymes, fingerplays, stories, and learning toys.  This is a social, as well as an educational time, to introduce families to the library.
(Ages 3 months - 2 years)
11:00 a.m.
Main Library
(562) 570-7500
www.lbpl.org

January 8, 15, 22, 29
Toddler Storytime
Toddler time uses stories, songs, puppets, toys, puzzles and games to introduce toddlers and their caregivers to the library (For children 18 months - 3 years).
11:00 a.m.
Main Library
(562) 570-7500
www.lbpl.org

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Preschool Storytime
A literature-based program that promotes reading readiness, reading for pleasure, and library use. Interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and flannelboard fun will develop your child's: familiarity with letters and numbers, vocabulary, word play skills, attention span skills, and listening skills (for children 3-5 years).
11:00 a.m.
Main Library
(562) 570-7500
www.lbpl.org
January 6, 13, 20, 27
Jelly Bean Book Club
Come join the Jelly Bean Book Club as we continue to practice our reading together.  Today, we will read Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa: Rain or Shine by Erica Silverman and Heckedy Peg by Audrey Wood.  For school age children and their parents or caregivers.
4:00 p.m.
Main Library
(562) 570-7500
www.lbpl.org

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Shark Lagoon Nights
The public is invited to get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators at the Aquarium of the Pacific for FREE during Shark Lagoon Nights. Guests will have the opportunity to touch bamboo sharks and see large sharks such as sandtigers as well as rays in the Aquarium’s Shark Lagoon.
6 – 9 p.m.
Aquarium of the Pacific
(562) 590-3100
www.aquariumofpacific.org

January 17
Family Play Date- Featuring the titles of Sandra Boynton    
Bring your toddler to this fun, interactive kids event featuring the titles of author Sandra Boynton! Do you know how to Barnyard Dance or Moo Baa La La La? There will also be a very special giveaway courtesy of BabyFirst TV (while supplies last).
10:00 a.m.
Borders
101 South Pine Avenue
(562) 491-0558
www.borders.com/online/store/StoreDetailView_690

January 17
Kids Inauguration Party
Celebrate America, democracy, and new beginnings at Borders with a very special Inauguration Party for kids! Bring the whole family for art activities, games, a scavenger hunt,and an official oath ceremony. Hail to the chief!
2:00 p.m.
Borders
101 South Pine Avenue
(562) 491-0558
www.borders.com/online/store/StoreDetailView_690

January 24
Tea for Two Party
As the winter drags on, we all could use some warming up. Borders is happy to be that place for you. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of stories, games, music, and tea, both in the kids department and in our Seattle’s Best Coffee Café.
2:00 p.m.
Borders 
101 South Pine Avenue
(562) 491-0558
www.borders.com/online/store/StoreDetailView_690

All Month           
Comedy at the Laugh Factory
Must See Mondays hosted by Edwin San Juan, Latino Nights with Jeff Garcia, and Drew Carey on the 24th. Call for current schedule and show times.
Laugh Factory
151 South Pine Avenue
(562) 495-2844
www.laughfactory.com

All Month, Tuesday- Sunday
Dueling Pianos
The entertainment is completely request driven, and riddled with adult humor and audience participation, which guarantees you a night of sing-along, belly aching laughter! Because the show is driven by your requests, each night is a new experience
for everyone!
Sgt. Peppers Dueling Piano Café
91 South Pine Avenue
(562) 499-4600
www.pepperspianos.com

January 7, 14, 21, 28
Comedy Night
Come feel the deep laughs.
The Cellar
201 East Broadway
(562) 495-5000
www.thecellarlbc.com

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Improv Comedy
Talented improve veterans from such companies as Comedy Sportz, Improv Olympic, and Second City join forces to present a hilarious evening of short form scenes and sketches..
10:30 p.m.
The All American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall
429 Shoreline Village Drive
(562) 495-5900
www.allamericanmelodrama.com

January 6, 13, 20, 27
Raw Inspiration
Honor the Earth, its growers and your community.
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
One World Trade Center
(818) 591-8161
www.rawinspiration.org

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Harbor Area
Fresh, flavorful and fun.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
CityPlace
(562) 433-3881
www.goodveg.org

January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Raw Inspiration
Bring the whole family. You’ll enjoy live music and art displays while you stock up on fresh vegetables, fruit, flowers and much more!
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
East Village Arts District, on 1st Street between Linden and Elm
(818) 591-8161
www.rawinspiration.org

Every Thursday – Sunday
Downtown Long Beach Music Series
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy free music every Thursday in the East Village, all weekend long on Pine, at The Pike and at the Waterfront.
Various Downtown Locations
(562) 485-3136
www.downtownlongbeach.org

All month
Blue Café
Live music concerts.
(562) 983-7111
www.thebluecafe.com

All month
The Cellar
Live music concerts.
(562) 495-9000
www.thecellarlbc.com

January 15
Working toward sustainable fisheries: is it too late?
Many of the world’s fisheries are over-exploited and fish stocks have crashed. Bycatch, destructive fishing methods, habitat destruction, and pollution all conspire to take an additional toll.The U.S. has made significant progress in managing domestic stocks, but less well managed fisheries are still the rule rather than the exception. With proper governance and management, wild fish stocks can be managed to provide a sustainable supply of protein, but to meet demand they will have to be supplemented with environmentally responsible marine aquaculture.
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
Aquarium of the Pacific
(562) 590-3100
www.aquariumofpacific.org

All month long
Idaho Smith and the Shirley Temple of Doom
The world needs help and only one famous, archaeologist, explorer can save us. Unfortunately, he's busy. So, looks like we'll have to settle for this guy! Join us for this wonderful spoof performed in the melodrama style. Boo the Baron, Cheer for Idaho, and sigh for our lovely distressed damsel.
Call for Showtimes
The All American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall
429 Shoreline Village Drive
(562) 495-5900
www.allamericanmelodrama.com

January 23, 24, 30, 31
An Original Found Theater Parody: Laugh Out
Can’t make it to Washington, DC for the inauguration? We’ve got the next best thing! Welcome the new president in and send the old one out in the style he so justly deserves with “Laugh-Out,” an original Found Theatre spoof of the old “Laugh-In” TV show. We’ll celebrate the end of an error with a tribute to this ground-breaking television show and its progressive hosts, the late Dan Rowan and Dick Martin, plus lots of political humor, corny jokes, sight gags, caricatures, and a rousing tune or two. Written by and starring a wacky group of Found Theatre regulars, with original music by recording artist Drayfus Grayson and video sequences by Mike Brown of Back of the Mind Productions.
8:30 p.m.
The Found Theatre
(562) 433-3363
www.foundtheatre.org

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Friday night Improv
The show features our talented cast of comedians who perform a series of improv comedy scenes, all based on suggestion from the audience. No two shows are ever the same because the show is completely improvised.
10:30 pm
The All American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall
429 Shoreline Village Drive
(562) 495-5900
www.allamericanmelodrama.com

January 17, 25
The Cunning Little Vixen By Leoš Janáček
Opera’s foxiest lady is coming to Long Beach this January. The ingenious story tells the adventures of Vixen Sharp-Ears set in a fantasy world populated by humans and engaging animals.
17th at 8:00 pm and the 25th at 4:00 pm
Center Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center
300 East Ocean Boulevard
(562) 432-5934
www.longbeachopera.org

January 25
Last-Sunday Stand-Up
Jackie Kashian and Joe Wilson host six of Hollywood’s fastest rising comedians on the last Sunday of every month.
7 p.m.
The Found Theatre
(562) 433-3363
www.foundtheatre.org

January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
The Pike Marketplace
The Pike Marketplace features up to 40 booths of handmade and specialty items such as jewelry, ceramics, hand blown glass, clothing, candles and soaps -- just to name a few of the one-of-a-kind treasures you will find. Face painting & balloon art will make kids out of everyone!
11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
The Pike at Rainbow Harbor
Corner of Pine and Shoreline Drive
(562) 432-8325
www.thepikeatlongbeach.com

January 10
Alamitos Beach 30 Minute Clean Up
Every second Saturday of the month, meet for 30 minutes to clean up the beach. Meet at 10:00 am, look for tents nest to the beach parking lot at East Ocean and Shoreline Drive (Alamitos Avenue). Within walking distance of parking structures, hotels and restraunts
10:00 am
Shoreline Drive at East Ocean Boulevard
(562) 987-9191

January 11
Bridal Showcase
Everything you need to plan your perfect Wedding - over 100 exhibitors.
Meet some of Southern California's most distinguished wedding professionals ready to help you plan your perfect wedding - from florists and DJs to photographers and romantic honeymoon destinations. Fashion Shows, Cake Tasting, Hors d'Oeuvres, Entertainment Showcase, Door Prizes galore
11:00 am- 4:00 pm
Queen Mary
1126 Queen’s Highway
562-437-4531
www.queenmary.com

January 13
State of the City
Mayor Bob Foster will deliver the 2009 State of the City on January 13 at the Carpenter Center, on the campus of California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). For the first time in several years, all Long Beach residents are invited to attend for free. The evening will begin with a City Council meeting and Mayor Foster giving the State of the City address at 6:00 p.m. Attendees can reserve their tickets by calling 562-570-5089 or through our RSVP form provided by the Long Beach Conventions & Visitors Bureau. The website also invites residents to participate by submitting their ideas of what Long Beach should do to improve in 2009.
6:00 pm
Carpenter Center Performing Arts Center
CSULB
6200 Atherton Street (near Palo Verde) Free Parking in Lot 12
(562) 570-5089
www.stateoflb.com

January 15
Charter Latino Film Festival
Angel, the 2007 film written and directed by acclaimed Puerto Rican filmmaker, screenwriter and actor Jacobo Morales, is a story about police corruption, wrongful imprisonment, and how violence feeds in an environment of hatred and aggression. Morales also performs one of the lead roles in the film that also features Braulio Castillo, Yamaris Latorre, Jose Felix Gomez and Miguel Angel Suarez.
7:00 pm
Museum of Latin American Art
(562) 437-1689
www.molaa.org

January 17
Adults Cooking Class
Soups as a meal. Learn the magic of one pot cooking as we explore sizzling soups and good bread. Learn the techniques and ingredients for each dish, culminating with the pleasure of eating a meal you prepare.
1 – 3 p.m.
Museum of Latin American Art
(562) 437-1689
www.molaa.org

January 23-25
GhostFest III
GhostFest is a scientific exploration of poltergeists, psychic phenomena, survival of consciousness, and ghost research. It will unite leading experts in parapsychology with the public. GhostFest is for the professional, the curious, the researcher and the skeptic alike. Attend lectures and workshops presented by the world's leading experts, participate in late night paranormal investigations, browse vender displays - and maybe even run into a few ghosts, while staying aboard the world's most famous haunted ships, with dozens of reported sightings.
Queen Mary
1126 Queen’s Highway
562-437-4531
www.queenmary.com

January 24
Tchaikovsky Troika
An evening that will pull at your heartstrings! Experience joy, torment, ecstasy and despair, as only Tchaikovsky can evoke. The composer’s violin showpiece promises to be the virtuoso highpoint of Concertmaster Roger Wilkie’s legendary solo appearances with LBSO.
8:00 p.m.
Long Beach Performing Arts Center, Terrace Theater
(562) 436-3203
www.lbso.org

Monday Night Football
Are you ready for some football? Come down to The Cellar for some football, beer and great BBQ!
4:00 p.m.
The Cellar
201 East Broadway
(562) 495-9000
www.thecellarlbc.com