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SHARK SUMMER AT THE AQUARIUM
Date: May 22, 2009 - September 7, 2009
Times: 9a.m. - 5p.m.
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Phone: 562/590-3100
Location: 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach CA

The public is invited to join the Aquarium of the Pacific in a summer-long celebration of sharks and rays. Guests will discover new animals, watch a new film, and get up close to a shark egg to see the growing baby. Kids can make their own shark craft to take home, touch shark teeth and jaws, and meet the Aquarium’s shark and ray mascots. For those who want to learn more about these amazing animals, the Aquarium will host talks by special guest speakers. Those visiting the Aquarium this summer can also experience its most popular exhibition Shark Lagoon with over 150 sharks you can touch. Dive into the world of sharks, and learn how you can help protect them and their ocean home. Shark Summer opens to the public on Friday, May 22 and continues through Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2009. Cost: General Admission--$23.95 adult (12+), $20.95 senior (62+), $11.95 child (3-11), and free for children under age 3 and Aquarium members.
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BEDROOM FARCE
Date: May 29, 2009 - July 4, 2009
http://www.lbph.com/Mainset.htm
Phone: 562/494-1014
Location: 5021 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach 90804
Performed in the Studio at the Long Beach Playhouse located at 5021 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach 90804. Bedroom Farce is about Three bedrooms—Four couples—One hilarious sleepless night! Trevor and Susannah are on the verge of a breakup—and they’re determined to take their friends and family down with them! As the evening progresses, this unstable pair travels from bedroom to bedroom, raining hysterical havoc on everything they touch and assuring that no one will sleep. Directed by Gigi Fusco Meese. All performances are Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Call for exact days and times.
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2ND SATURDAY ART WALK
Date: June 1, 2009 - May 1, 2010
Times: 4p.m. - 10p.m.
www.ArtWalkLB.com
Phone: 562/435-5232
Admission: FREE
2nd Saturday Art Walk will have a Mother's Day Art Walk Celebration. Linden Ave. between 1st Street and Broadway. Artist's Exhibits-Gallery Openings, Live Music-Dining-Fine Wine-Unique Hand Crafted Items. Live Music. An Enchanted Costume Contest - to participate come dressed as your favorite enchantress, fairy or wizard. Kids Art Activities with Artist Robin bott - 4p.m. - 6p.m. make a garland crown or wizard hat. Drum circle at 6p.m. Bring your own or use one of ours. Call 562/435-5232 for more information.
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FACING EAST
Date: June 11, 2009 - July 5, 2009
Times: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
http://www.ictlongbeach.org
Phone: (562) 436-4610
Admission: Various
Location: ICT at The Long Beach Performing Arts Center

Written by Carol Lynn Pearson, this new play focuses on Ruth and Alex McCormick, an upstanding Mormon couple reeling from the suicide of their excommunicated son. Stuck between their faith and their new reality, they try to come to terms with their own inner demons and the love they lost. Facing East is a compelling and emotionally rich must-see story.
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SUMMER AND MUSIC
Date: June 12, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Free live performances every friday night from 6:30-8:30pm. The Nautical Shell The Pine Avenue Circle (at Shoreline Drive) (562) 436-4259 visit website performance information http://www.summerandmusic.com/calendar.php
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CLIFFHANGER
Date: June 19, 2009 - July 25, 2009
Times: 8p.m.
www.lbph.com
Phone: 562/494-1014
Location: 5012 E Anaheim Street, Long Beach Ca 90804
Long Beach Playhouse presents Cliffhanger. A college professor goes to outrageous lengths to avoid forced retirement. Together with his wife, mild-mannered Henry Lowenthal plots and schemes his way to promotion. Thus is the premise of Cliffhanger. “An old fashioned thriller/chiller with some heart, heartbreak and hearty laughs.” — Atlanta Journal/Constitution. “It combines the warmth and charm of On Golden Pond with almost as many plot twists as Deathtrap.” — Variety. Thriller by James Yaffe. Call or visit our website for tickets and information.
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TRANSPAC 2009
Date: June 29, 2009 - July 5, 2009
www.transpacrace.com

The Transpacific Yacht Race to Hawaii is one of the longest of the two oldest ocean races in the world. Held biennially ceremonies and festivities see the competitors off from the colorful Rainbow Harbor Marina in downtown Long Beach, California Rainbow Harbor is the official Mainland Port of the Transpac and hosts a series of permanent monuments along the Transpac Walk of Fame.
Send-off Party is on June 27, 2009 and race starts June 29, July 2 and July 5, 2009. For more information contact: Rich Roberts 310/835-2526 or visit www.transpacrace.com.
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FREE HUMP DAY LUNCH CRUISE
Date: July 1, 2009 - August 26, 2009
Times: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
http://www.shorelinevillage.com
Phone: 562.435.2668
Admission: Free Cruise with meal purchase
Location: Shoreline Village

Free 1/2 hour harbor cruise when you purchase a lunch to go from one of the participating restaurants at Shoreline Village. Reservations required. Visit our website for restaurants and prices. www.shorelinevillage.com
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FREE SUMMER LUNCH CRUISES
Date: July 1, 2009 - August 26, 2009
http://www.shorelinevillage.com
Free summer lunch cruises with purchase of "lunch to go" from participating restaurants evey Wednesday @ noon. Reservations required: Gitana Restaurant _ 562/435-8835; Springbok Bar & Grill 562/437-3734; Stefano's Pizza 562/437-2880; Tugboat Pete's 562/436-4919. For more information and menus visit www.shorelinevillage.com
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JULY 4TH WEEKEND CELEBRATION ON THE QUEEN MARY
Date: July 3, 2009 - July 5, 2009
http://www.queenmary.com/index.php?page=fourthofjuly
Phone: 562/435-3511
Location: 1126 Queens Hwy. Long Beach CA 90802
View Business Listing :
Attractions - Long Beach Area Attractions QUEEN MARY

Friday July 3rd: 7:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. The holiday weekend begins as Clear Channel Radio presents "Ditch Fridays" with 98.7 FM. Join an incredible dance party featured in 3 different areas of the ship throughout the evening:
Karaoke and DJ Dance Party in the historic Art Deco styled Observation Bar Nightclub with DJs and Live Performances in the Queen's Salon Unique outdoor nightclub with DJs and Live Performances on the Sun Deck
Saturday July 4th: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Celebrate independece day in style, come early and spend the day touring, dining and shopping on the Queen Mary. The night's festivities include: Street performers including singers, dancers, mimes, and magicians will roam the ship Karaoke and DJ Dance Party in the historic Art Deco styled Observation Bar Nightclub with DJs and Live Performances in the Queen's Salon Unique Outdoor Nightclub with DJs and Live Performances on the Sun Deck Radio stations 102.7 KIIS FM & 98.7 FM will be broadcasting live FIREWORKS--One of the largest shows in California starts promptly at 9:00 p.m. with incredible views from the Sun Deck
VIP Only Access (Ages 21+): 4-level pool party and VIP daybed lounge on the stern of the ship which will include an Open Bar from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and a Dinner Buffet from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday July 5th: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Linger longer and celebrate the weekend in style, Sunday's festivities include: Sunday 4-level Pool Party to wind down the weekend DJ's spinning the latest tracks on the stern of the ship Purchase Tickets General Admission tickets are available for each day or as a weekend pass: Friday - $25/adult, $12.50/child (5-12), kids under 5 are free Saturday - $25/adult, $12.50/child (5-12), kids under 5 are free Sunday - $20/adult, $10/child (5-12), kids under 5 are free A 3-day General Admission Pass is $60/person VIP Admission tickets are $100/person includes Saturday Admission ticket, VIP only lounge and pool party, Open Bar and Dinner Buffet Tickets can be purchased at www.wantickets.com
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WORLD'S LARGEST ZEPPELIN OFFERS TOURS OF L.A.
Date: July 3, 2009 - July 7, 2009
www.airshipventures.com,

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to soar aboard a giant Zeppelin airship will be offered at Long Beach Airport July 3-7, 2009, aboard the Airship Ventures Zeppelin Eureka. At 246 feet in length, Eureka is the world’s largest airship. During its six-day excursion to the Los Angeles area, one and two-hour “flightseeing” tours will be offered to the public, showcasing an unparalled view of area landmarks and coastlines. Special two-hour evening fireworks flights on July 4 will offer the rare chance to view a dazzling display of glittering, colorful shows as far as the eye can see.
Eureka’s spacious cabin comfortably accommodates one pilot, one flight attendant, and 12 passengers with luxury features including oversized panoramic windows, an onboard restroom with window, and a 180-degree rear observation window with “love seat.” All flights will depart from the AirFlite FBO terminal at Long Beach Airport (3250 Airflite Way, Long Beach, CA 90807). Adjacent to the main terminal, AirFlite is located at the Cherry Avenue exit off the 405 Freeway, at the corner of Cherry and Wardlow. Flights will be conducted as weather permits. For information, pricing, detailed flight schedules, and to purchase tickets visit: www.airshipventures.com, or call 650-969-8100, x111.
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4TH OF JULY BBQ AT THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC
Date: July 4, 2009
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Phone: 562/590-3100
Enjoy the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks. Guests can also choose special combo tickets to enjoy admission to the aquarium plus an Independence Day B-B-Q buffet with home-style entrees hot off the grill and decadent deserts. When: July 4, 5:00 - 10:00 pm Dinner 6 - 8 pm, Aquarium opens at 9 am Where: Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, 320 Golden Shore, Long Beach Cost: Aquarium Admission $20.95 Adult, $11.95 child 3-11, $17.95 seniors, Aquarium plus dinner $31.75 Adult, $27 Child. Advance reservations required for dinner. Info: 562-590-3100, www.aquariumofpacific.org
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4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS AT VETERAN'S MEMORIAL STADIUM
Date: July 4, 2009
Location: 5000 Lew Davis Drive

Tickets will go on sale starting on Saturday, June 20th from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. daily until July 4 th at 5:00 P.M. at Long Beach Fire Station 19, located at 3559 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90808, for the annual 4 th of July Show presented by the Long Beach Fire Department Memorial Association. Ticket prices are $10 Dollars for Adults and $7 Dollars for Children (5-11) and Seniors. Under 5 free. The presentation will consist of demonstration by the Long Beach Police K-9 and Helicopter divisions, a live band "Assisted Living" will provide the music, there will be a Bicycle Raffle, the Long Beach Fire Department Clowns will entertain the crowd, and of course there will be a "Great" Fireworks show. Gates open at 6:00 P.M. The fireworks display will begin at 9:00 P.M.
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4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS CRUISE
Date: July 4, 2009
Location: Dock 2, Rainbow Harbor
Harbor Breeze Cruises presents Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise. $30 per person; Children under 3 Free. Departs from Dock 2, Rainbow harbor boarding at 7:30p.m. For tickets and info, call Harbor Breeze Cruises 562/432-4900 or 562/983-6880.
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PARTY ON THE PIER JULY 4TH
Date: July 4, 2009
Times: noon until after fireworks
www.belmontpier.com
Phone: 562/434-1542
Location: Belmont Veteran's Memorial Pier
Celebrate Independence Day at the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier for the Fourth of July Party on the Pier. Come and enjoy live music, a fish fry and BBQ, beer and wine gardens and boat rides on the Shoreline. Reserve seating for fireworks in advance. See Web site for additional details and cost.
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FIRST FRIDAYS LONG BEACH
Date: June 6, 2008 (No End Date)
Times: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
http://firstfridayslongbeach.com/
Phone: (562) 595-0081
Location: Atlantic Ave. between Bixby Rd. and San Antonio Dr.
First Fridays Long Beach promotes and supports local artists and musicians by providing them with an outlet to showcase their work. Every first Friday night of the month, participating Bixby Knolls businesses will unite to promote local artists and musicians through extended operating hours. In doing so we hope to encourage a dialogue between businesses, artists and the community. We look forward to seeing you at First Fridays Long Beach to help support local artists, businesses, and community.
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LADIES' NIGHT - BABOUCH MOROCCAN RESTAURANT
Date: November 7, 2008 - November 6, 2009
www.babouchrestaurant.com
Phone: (310) 831-0246
Not only does Babouch offer a taste of Morocco, with authentic music, dance and dining, they also offer “Ladies’ Night.”
Every Friday from 5 to 9 p.m., ladies can learn belly dancing with prince Khalil, receive a Tarot reading, and enjoy half price Mediterranean appetizers and drinks in the Casa Blanca Lounge.
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FREE FRIDAYS AT THE LONG BEACH MUSEUM OF ART
Date: November 21, 2008 - December 18, 2009
http://www.lbma.org

Admission is free every Friday at the Long Beach Museum of Art! Made possible with the generous support of the James Irvine Foundation.
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FREE SUNDAY'S AT MOLAA
Date: January 25, 2009 - December 27, 2009
www.molaa.org
Phone: 562/437-1689

The Museum of Latin American Art is now offering free admission on Sundays. Call for details.
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"GET SMARTER-ER" MURDER MYSTERY DINNER SHOW
Date: February 7, 2009 - February 6, 2010
Times: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
http://www.KillerEntertainment.com
Phone: (888) 833-4893
Admission: $64.50+
Location: Long Beach Hilton Hotel

Wildly funny professional interactive public comedy murder mystery show & 4 course dinner. You solve the murder. 8th year in Long Beach. Our GET SMARTER-ER show is a comedy send-up of the world of spies in 1966. (PG13) The most personalized mystery dinner show in So Cal. Choice of entree & dessert. Mention in show newspaper for birthday, anniv, etc. Full bar & hotel room discount avail. Reg. schedule Jan-Dec, FRI & SAT eves. Running indefinitely. Call for reservations & other shows. (Walk-ins accepted if not sold out.) See listing on this site or www.KillerEntertainment.com
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SUNDAY DOCENT TOURS AT THE LONG BEACH MUSEUM OF ART
Date: March 8, 2009 - December 27, 2009
http://www.lbma.org
Museum docents offer guided tours of current exhibitions. Free with museum admission!
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OF RAGE AND REDEMPTION: THE ART OF OSWALDO GUAYASAMIN
Date: April 18, 2009 - August 16, 2009
Times: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
http://www.molaa.org
Phone: 562.437.1689
Admission: $9.00
Location: Museum of Latin American Art
Ecuadorian artist, Oswaldo Guayasamin, is recognized as one of Latin America’s most important artists, for his activism against social injustice, violence and war. This retrospective exhibition features more than 80 paintings, prints and drawings created between 1937 - 1996.
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