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Downtown Long Beach Alliance Announces Shorthand Change to “DTLB Alliance”
Long Beach, CA (April 23, 2024) – In a move to streamline communication and strengthen brand identity, the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (hereafter referred to as the DTLB Alliance or Alliance) has announced an important update to its shorthand designation. While the...
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Community Members Recognized in 12th Annual Spirit of Downtown Awards
(LONG BEACH, CA – April 19, 2024) On Saturday, April 13, the Downtown Long Beach Alliance gave 5 awards (7 individuals) to Downtown Long Beach community leaders at the “DTLB Art Walk: Celebrate Downtown Edition.” The honorees included the following: (1) Evelyn Avila,...
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DTLB Alliance Releases Midyear Update 2024
(LONG BEACH, CA – April 15, 2024) The Downtown Long Beach Alliance released the below midyear update, covering the time period from Oct. 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. This period represents the mid-point of the organization's fiscal year 2023-2024. [embeddoc...
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“Spirit of Downtown” Honorees to be Awarded at DTLB Art Walk: Celebrate Downtown Edition
MEDIA ADVISORY (LONG BEACH, CA – April 11, 2024) Media are invited to join the Downtown Long Beach Alliance as they announce and present five awards (to 7 individuals) for its annual Spirit of Downtown Awards, the organization’s highest honor given annually to those...
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Downtown Long Beach Alliance Announces 11 Community Events Microgrant Award Winners
(LONG BEACH, CA – April 9, 2024) - This weekend will kick off Downtown Long Beach Alliance‘s Community Events Microgrant recipients’ events, including The LGBTQ Center of Long Beach’s “Rainbow Connection Queer Prom” and Record Box’s “Covers” art show, both set to take...
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Announcing DTLB Art Walk: Celebrate Downtown Edition Artists & Programming
(LONG BEACH, CA – March 27, 2024) The Downtown Long Beach Alliance is pleased to announce the line-up for “DTLB Art Walk: Celebrate Downtown Edition,” the third art walk in the quarterly series, set to take place on Saturday, April 13 from 4 to 9 PM. Similar to...
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DLBA Announces the “DTLB Art Walk: Celebrate Downtown Edition”
LONG BEACH, CA (March 11, 2024) - This April, Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) will be home to a fusion of creativity, community, and celebration. The Downtown Long Beach Alliance is proud to announce the quarterly art walk, and third in the series, as “DTLB Art Walk:...
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DLBA Opens Nominations for the 2023 Spirit of Downtown Awards
The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the 2023 Spirit of Downtown Awards. This prestigious accolade, the DLBA’s highest honor, recognizes individuals who have significantly influenced and positively shaped the Downtown Long Beach community.
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2024 Microgrant Application for Spring-Summer Community Events in Downtown Now Open
Aiming to boost local initiatives and foster the creation of vibrant live events in Downtown Long Beach (DTLB), the Community Events Microgrant Program offers financial support ranging from $250 to $750. This opportunity is open to individuals, groups, businesses, neighborhood associations, and nonprofits interested in organizing events in DTLB.
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First Downtown Art Walk of 2024 Kicks off Saturday, Jan. 13 with 4 Exhibits
Long Beach, CA (January 9, 2023) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) is pleased to invite the community and local artists to the first Downtown Art Walk of 2024. The second Art Walk in the new quarterly series will take place on Saturday, Jan. 13 from 4 to 9 PM,...
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Studio One Eleven Joins DTLB Art Walk with “We Activate Our Cities” in Former Acres of Books Building
Long Beach, CA (January 4, 2024) – In partnership with the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA), Studio One Eleven is thrilled to launch the "We Activate Our Cities" initiative with the "Counter:image" exhibition at the iconic Acres of Books Building in the DTLB Design...
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Winners Announced for “Illuminate Downtown,” a DTLB Decorating Contest
Long Beach, CA (December 21, 2023) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) is excited to announce the winners of the inaugural “Illuminate Downtown” storefront decoration contest. The following winners have earned $500 in donations to a locally based nonprofit of...
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Downtown Long Beach Alliance Enhances Outreach and Patrol Services
Long Beach, CA (December 11, 2023) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) announced today that beginning this week, two new services will be delivered in the Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) area to enhance safety and better connect our unhoused neighbors with both local...
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Downtown Long Beach Alliance to Ring in 2024 with Spectacular Fireworks Shows
Long Beach, CA (December 7, 2023) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) is excited to announce its highly anticipated New Year's Eve 2024 celebration, featuring two breathtaking fireworks displays on Sunday, Dec. 31. As part of DLBA's enduring commitment to...
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Downtown Long Beach Alliance Awards Inaugural “Downtown Don Anchor Award”– Honors Don Darnauer as the First Recipient
Long Beach, CA (December 6, 2023) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) is thrilled to announce the establishment of the "Downtown Don Anchor Award," a new legacy award that recognizes outstanding commitment to the enrichment and advancement of Downtown Long...
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