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The Ghosts of 1914: Long Beach’s Purity Raids and the Queer Histories We’re Not Supposed to Remember
In the heavy heat of a Southern California summer in 1914, Long Beach launched one of the earliest known anti-queer crackdowns in U.S. history — a dark chapter known now, quietly, as The Long Beach Purity Raids. It didn’t make national headlines the way Stonewall eventually would. It wasn’t taught in history books or commemorated
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285285 ViewsTucked just off Broadway, a new creative space is coming to life—and it’s unlike anything Long Beach has seen before. Neon Dreams is an immersive art experience that invites visitors to step into a surreal, walk-through environment filled with color, texture, and depth. Created by Playalarga, a community-first events company based in Long Beach, in
Read More1K1K ViewSomething special is happening in Long Beach—and it’s not just the amazing weather, the new upcoming amphitheater, or Grand Prix (though, yes, they’re still pretty amazing). For the first time ever, two of the city’s most trusted voices—the Long Beach Post and Playalarga—are joining forces to spotlight the soul of this city in one big
Read More874874 ViewsOn Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM, the Long Beach Symphony will present Sinatra, Elvis, and More! by Matt Mauser at the Long Beach Arena. This highly anticipated performance brings together some of music’s greatest legends in an unforgettable night of nostalgia, entertainment, and orchestral splendor. Under the baton of Music Director Eckart Preu,
Read More369369 ViewsSome Good News: A Once-a-Year HIV Prevention Shot? In a groundbreaking medical advancement, scientists are one step closer to developing a once-a-year HIV prevention shot, and the early trials are looking incredibly promising! For years, PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) has been a game-changer in preventing HIV transmission, but the daily pill regimen has been a barrier
Read More474474 ViewsSymbols aren’t always what they seem. Take the swastika—an ancient symbol of peace in Hinduism and Buddhism, later distorted into a global symbol of hatred. But few stories of reclamation are as striking as that of the pink triangle. Originally used by the Nazis to label LGBTQ+ people as “criminals,” it now shines as an
Read More310310 ViewsMarch has started, and with it comes a chance to honor women who have made a mark in the business sphere. Women’s History Month isn’t only about looking back. It is about acknowledging the tremendous work women do every single day. And right here in Long Beach, there are so many women-owned businesses that are
Read More159159 ViewsA city known for its coastal beauty and diverse community, owes much of its character to the powerful women who have shaped its history. Their stories spanning sports, arts, politics, and beyond have left an indelible mark on the city and its people. Billie Jean King, Doris Topsy-Elvord, Laura Yeager, Misty May-Treanor, Jenni Rivera, and
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