SUMMER ISSUE JULY / AUGUST 2021 What's Cookin' on Redondo and 3rd?

By Theresa Marino  What happened when there was an explosion at the boarding house? “Roomers” were flying!   Rumors have been circulating for the past several weeks as construction activity has been occurring in the vacant storefronts next to the 7-Eleven at the northwest corner of Redondo Avenue and 3rd Street in Bluff Heights. The storefronts have been empty for the past three years with a giant “For Lease” sign sitting atop them. About two months ago, the big sign came down. “What’s going in?” has been a frequent question among residents of Bluff Heights and customers of 7-Eleven. Read More

The Edwards Family Brings Crafty Fun to Bluff Heights Sheryl and Dennis Edwards have made their house a “home base” for kids in the Bluff Heights neighborhood. Their son William and his friends enjoy the creative activities Sheryl and Dennis have set up in “William’s Workshop” throughout the year. Read More

Make Time for Movies, Music, and Laughter This Summer Mark your calendars for these fun summertime experiences in and around Long Beach! Read More

Coronavirus Life: Tips for Travel and More After Getting Vaccinated Against COVID-19 Americans who spent the past year or longer yearning to get back to their usual activities are now getting the chance. With COVID-19 infection rates trending down in many places in the U.S., restaurants, gyms, hotels, and other venues are reopening. Read More

The Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant Helicopter Safety Act Will Save Lives  On January 26, 2021, the world mourned the one-year anniversary of the deaths of basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, their friends Payton Chester, Sarah Chester, Alyssa Altobelli, Keri Altobelli, John Altobelli, Christina Mauser, and the helicopter’s pilot, Ara Zobayan.  Read More

Page Against the Machine offers Politics, Social Consciousness, and More Page Against the Machine may have opened at 2714 E. 4th Street in April 2019, but its owner Chris Giaco, who goes by the title of Instigator, is no stranger to the book scene nor to 4th Street business ownership. Read More

4th of July Fireworks JULY 4, 9:00PM Experience the joy and wonder of fireworks at the Long Beach Waterfront! Sponsored by the Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau and Harbor Breeze Cruises. Find more details HERE. Fall Harvest Festival Restrictions on gatherings were not relaxed in time to have the BHNA 4th of July Block Party, but we are in the planning stages of a Fall Harvest Festival, which will also be a block party on Vista Street. There will be great food, music, and fun activities for the whole family. More details are coming soon! Fresh Produce at Local Farmers Markets Farmers Markets and farm stands are great places to browse, sample, and buy fresh produce and handmade products. Visit the market at Bixby Park (130 Cherry Avenue) every Tuesday starting at 3:00 p.m. and every Saturday starting at 9:00 a.m.  Find more details HERE. 

STAY INFORMED ON CITY AND DISTRICT NEWS District 2 - Councilwoman Cindy Allen (562) 570-2222 district2@longbeach.gov District 3 - Councilwoman Suzie Price (562) 570-6300 https://www.suzieaprice.com https://www.facebook.com/CouncilwomanSuziePrice

PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES, ESPECIALLY OUR SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSOR Jeff Anderson www.andersonreg.com

Anderson Real Estate Group Keller Williams Pacific Estates 2883 E Spring Street STE #100, Long Beach, CA 90806 Email: info@AndersonREG.com Toll Free: 800 784 2616

SILVER SPONSORS Mikle W. Norton www.MikeNorton.com

Kohr Group Realty 5222 E Los Altos Plaza, Long Beach, Ca 90815 Email: Mike@mikenorton.com Cell 562-577-5021

Ms. Theresa Marino aka Theresa on 3rd Neighborhood Advocate & A Neighbor Who Cares

BUSINESS CARD SUPPORTERS Click HERE to inquire about showing support in our newsletter.

SUPPORTERS Cats & Dogs Animal Hospital Flamin Curry Gallagher's Pub and Grill Granny's Donuts Hot Java Hug Life Ice Cream La Parolaccia Osteria Nice Alterations and Tailoring Park Pantry Tru Nature Juice Bar Syndicate Barber Shop The Wine Crush

YES, I'M A SUPPORTER! The Bluff Heights Neighborhood and Historic District is a great place to live. Your $10 of support will go a long way toward making your neighborhood even better through our communication outlets, community events, and critical activities! THANK YOU to all the neighbors who have already donated!

Support the BHNA

DO YOU KNOW A LONG BEACH LEGEND OR A BUSINESS WE SHOULD FEATURE? SEND US STORY IDEAS! If you would like to contribute, or have story ideas, send them here.