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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!
Meet Sara Payne, The Clean & Safe Team’s New Manager with an Eye for Hospitality
Meet Sara Payne, who has just begun her job as Operations Manager for the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) Clean and Safe Team. She has been spending long hours getting up to speed and keeping her teams focused on the ongoing goal of a clean and safe...
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Immerse Yourself in Creativity at DTLB Art Walk July 13
Creativity flourishes in Downtown Long Beach! Experience it for yourself this Saturday, July 13 during the DTLB Art Walk. Roam the different neighborhoods of Downtown and discover the work of...
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Your Ultimate Guide to 4th of July in Long Beach: Fireworks, Cruises, and More!
Warm temperatures, cool ocean breezes, and tons of Fourth of July fun are in the forecast for Downtown Long Beach on Thursday! The Queen Mary, so important in our nation's nautical history, will host its own Fourth of July Celebration, where you can dine, drink, and...
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Meet the Clean & Safe Team Employees of the Quarter: Enrique & Anisel
The Downtown Long Beach Alliance's (DTLB Alliance) Clean and Safe Team Employees of the Quarter -- Enrique Nandez and Anisel Sanchez -- were recognized for their excellence in front of their teammates and DTLB Alliance staff during a lunch hour meet-up last week at...
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Celebrate National Selfie Day with These 8 Iconic Downtown Backdrops
A selfie isn't just a photo; It's a historical document that you were there! With the right background, one selfie says a thousand words about the amazing time you were having, and how cool the place was where you were having it. Downtown has plenty of selfie settings...
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Discover World-Class Performing Arts in Downtown Long Beach This Summer
Performing arts shows in L.A. are plentiful during the summer -- but the logistics and expenses for a trip up there can be daunting. Good news: There is a full spectrum of world-class performing arts offerings right here in Downtown Long Beach! Check out the greatness...
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DTLB Welcomes Broken Spirits: A 10-Year Dream Realized with Grain-to-Glass Spirits and Texas-Style Comfort Food
Master Distiller Massimiliano Stecca surveyed the crowd at Broken Spirits Distillery that filled the new establishment and gathered on the sidewalk to help celebrate its grand opening. “This is a 10-year passion project,” he said. "It's surreal to see this happening...
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Ignite Your Child’s Curiosity: High Tech STEAM Adventures Await at Scholars Collective!
How would you like to get your 4 to 14-year-old child involved this summer with a place where learning never stops -- but neither does the fun? Scholars Collective at 236 E 3rd St., Ste 100C, with its combination of expert staff, old-school activities, and...
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Savor Summer at Pine & Promenade: Celebrate 15 Years of Taste of Downtown with Food, Fun, and Festivities!
Join us June 12-13 for a culinary celebration featuring Downtown's top chefs, live music, and free admission! Join the celebration of the 15th anniversary of Taste of Downtown! The Pine & Promenade edition, the second in the three-part seasonal series, will...
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A Summer of Art & Design in DTLB
In the coming months, Downtown will be buzzing with world-class creative activities during the Summer of Art and Design. "We’re bringing together several distinct-yet-related annual summer events under one banner," said Sinead Finnerty-Pyne, Marketing & Special...
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Dive into Summer: Your Guide to DTLB’s Best Festivals
If you've ever attended a festival at Downtown's Shoreline Aquatic Park, Marina Green or Rainbow Lagoon Park, you're probably familiar with the magic that happens around dusk, when the Villa Riviera, International Tower and other local landmarks are lighting up, the...
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Riding Towards Change: The Inspiring Stories Behind 3 Long Beach Bike Advocates
Bicycles are regarded as a very important piece of the puzzle in the sustainable development of urban areas such as Downtown Long Beach. Those who help create our community's bike friendliness have an understanding of what makes a bicycle so good on the pocketbook,...
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Discover Joy through Movement: Bollywood Dance Classes by Madhavi Narayanan at Lincoln Park
The centerpiece of Bollywood films is the dance action, which mixes classical traditions of India with touches of the western world -- and it just LEAPS off the screen. Gorgeous costumery, electrifying music, and brilliant choreography (including mudras -- symbolic...
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Pride & Progress: How Long Beach’s LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurs Are Shaping a More Inclusive City
Long Beach has been recognized for decades as one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly towns in the entire country. This quality manifests itself the most during Pride Weekend (May 17 to 19 this year), when thousands flock to our city to celebrate diversity and the freedom to...
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Hot Trends for Hotter Days: Find Your Summer Look at These Chic Downtown Shops
As the summer sun beckons, are you ready to breathe new life into your warm-weather wardrobe? Whether you're in the mood for vintage finds, fresh threads, or pieces that truly express your unique style, Downtown's array of chic apparel shops is your go-to destination....
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