Downtown Scene
Being in the heart of the city makes us the center for all news associated with DTLB, from new business alerts to event information. Visit frequently for updated content. The Downtown Scene E-Newsletter is another great way to stay ‘in-the-know’ about all the latest news, information and events happening in Downtown Long Beach!
DLBA Launches Virtual Events Calendar
Since the Safer At Home order began, many of us have experienced countless new ways to continue social interactions while maintaining physical distance. One of the most common trends has been the rise in popularity of virtual events. These web-based gatherings have...
Clean and Safe Team Employees of the Quarter
Clean and Safe Team employees Francisco Bautista and Ethen Hazelton have been recognized by the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) for their excellent work during a time when the words "clean" and "safe" have taken on new meanings. As members of the DLBA Clean and...
Promenade Restaurants Innovate to Help Community
The Coronavirus crisis is an unprecedented challenge for the restaurant business. In Downtown Long Beach, several restaurateurs have responded to the crisis by repurposing their spaces and equipment for the common good. Michael's Downtown, located on the Promenade at...
Public Service Announcement Video Series
During this time, it is important to remember the individuals and businesses working to maintain and support our Downtown ecosystem. We are excited to debut our Public Service Announcement series, "We're all in this together," which highlights the DLBA Clean and Safe...
Downtown Business Reaches Out to Thank Clean and Safe Team
DLBA's intrepid Clean and Safe Teams were served a fortifying breakfast last Monday, courtesy of the Arize Bistro at the corner of 3rd Street and Elm Avenue in Downtown's East Village. The gesture was just one recent example of how the DTLB community is coming...
Leveraging Diverse Backgrounds, Board Members Advance DLBA’s Goals
The DLBA Board is comprised of Downtown stakeholders who pool their diverse skill sets and points of view to help create a vibrant and successful Downtown. For the next few months, we will continue to introduce you to the members of our Board. If you are a Downtown...
Share Your Uplifting Stories
The Downtown Long Beach community has always been a supportive one. When one part of the community is hurting, others stand up to help out. Since the COVID-19 outbreak began, we have seen more and more businesses and individuals stepping up to lend a helping hand, and...
DLBA Launches Timely Online Resources
As our community contends with the developing public health crisis, the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) is here to help. We are taking steps to ensure Downtown’s businesses and residents have all the resources necessary to weather this ever-changing situation. Our...
DLBA Adapts Internal Communications To Changing Times
When it comes to internal communications, organizations are feeling the effects of the worldwide public health crisis; no more meetings around a table for now. As a result, DLBA is responding to this challenge by using it as an opportunity to bolster our internal...
Daily Gift Card Campaign Launched
The Marketing and Communications team launched a "Daily Gift Card Giveaway" on social media to promote Downtown businesses and support them with gift card sales. Each day, the @DLBA Instagram account will feature a unique challenge to win a gift card from a Downtown...
DLBA and Farmers & Merchants Bank Provide Emergency Micro-Grants to Small Businesses
The DLBA and Farmers & Merchants Bank (F&M) have partnered to provide up to 30 micro-grants of $1,000 each to Downtown businesses impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis. Following the announcement of this program on March 27, the DLBA received an...
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Safer at Home Order
In an announcement yesterday, the City of Long Beach in conjuction state-wide mandates, issued a "stay at home" order which prohibits all indoor public and private gatherings and all outdoor public and private events within a confined space, where at least 10 people...
DLBA STAFFERS WILL PARTICIPATE IN WEST COAST URBAN DISTRICT FORUM THIS MONTH
Several DLBA staff members will be traveling to San Jose in mid-March for the West Coast Urban District Forum (WCUDF), a conference in which solutions to common city-center concerns are addressed by DLBA and other Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) from the west coast and beyond.
NEW POCKET PARK ADDS RECREATION OPTIONS TO DOWNTOWN WATERFRONT
On a mild winter day---perfect for a workout---a Grand Opening ceremony was held for Pike Park, an ingeniously designed "pocket park" at 195 Seaside Way. The new 8000 square foot recreation area, accessible to people of all ages and mobilities, is named in honor of...