This guest blog was written by my husband, Alan Tolkoff, following Poly’s victory Friday over arch-rival Lakewood. Alan frequently writes about Jackrabbits’ football. We’ve been fans since our son played in Poly’s awesome marching band. (JEB) Earth is once again properly aligned on its axis. The immutable laws of physics cannot be defied. All planets [...]
Catch Animal Control Rep @ Wrigley Association Monday, Oct. 4
October 3, 2010 By
Wow, this is timely: I just learned that Michelle Quigley, Chief of Operations for Animal Care Services, will be at the Wrigley Association meeting on Monday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. Animal Care Services has been on my mind lately. I am frustrated and upset by that organization’s lack of leadership in coyote control. It [...]
Coyote Bites Off Cat’s Head
September 26, 2010 By
I was out early gardening on Sunday to beat the heat. Doing my drought-tolerant thing in one of the most densely populated areas of the county. In the city of Long Beach, in the state of California, where we pay plenty of taxes and have agencies like Animal Control to keep us safe from animals [...]
The Insider’s Guide to the LB Open Studio Tour Oct.2-3
September 21, 2010 By
Mark your calendars for the LB Open Studio Tour on October 2-3. This unique glimpse into the private creative spaces of artists located in the Wrigley and California Heights neighborhoods of Long Beach is not to be missed. The tour is made possible in part by a grant from the Connected Corridor. Lisa Wibroe, tour [...]
I Remember 9/11
September 9, 2010 By
That morning began like any other. I was getting our son ready for another day at Hughes Middle School when my husband said, “Come look at this!” On the computer screen, we watched a video of what had once been the Twin Towers. One was partially down, and smoldering. Surely, we thought, a trailer-in-bad-taste for [...]
A Delicious Way to Raise Funds: Jamba Juice on Atlantic Avenue
September 1, 2010 By
Got a thirst for new fundraising ideas? Jamba Juice can help. Our local Jamba Juice at the corner of Atlantic and Carson has a new way to help schools and community organizations raise money. Called “Sip to Support”, it gives back 10% to participating organizations whenever supporters swipe their cards. The more supporters you have, [...]
Help Tree Warriors Green Up Atlantic Avenue July 17
July 15, 2010 By
By Jennifer E. Beaver Several months back, my friend Valerie Bell II and I were talking about real estate. She described the cool, shady greenness that urban dwellers crave from trees on their little plots of land. So I wasn’t surprised when she chose to green up the Atlantic Corridor as her project for the [...]
Buono’s Pizza: 2010 Small Business of the Year
June 27, 2010 By
By Jennifer E. Beaver Bravo for Buono’s! This wonderful family-owned Italian restaurant beat all contenders in the 54th District (including Long Beach, San Pedro, Signal Hill, Avalon, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates and Palos Verdes Estates) and was recognized as the 2010 Small Business of the Year for the 54th District. Assemblywoman [...]
Third Annual Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot Saturday, June 12
June 6, 2010 By
By Jennifer E. Beaver Strap on your sneakers and lube the racing stroller. It’s time for the third annual Wrigley River Run and Tadpole Trot on Saturday, June 12. You can feel good and do good at the same time, since all proceeds raised by sponsor Long Beach Neighborhood Foundation (LBNF) support programs for at-risk [...]
Get Gardening Along the Connected Corridor
May 31, 2010 By
By Jennifer E. Beaver With fantastic weather and abundant sunshine all year, it’s always a good idea to start or refresh a garden in Long Beach. From north to south, here are some of my favorite gardening haunts on or near Atlantic Avenue. First stop is Ricardo’s Nursery at 6850 Atlantic Avenue. The former home [...]