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Long Beach, California, is home to a growing number of Black-led nonprofits that work tirelessly to uplift and support the local community. These organizations offer crucial services, foster cultural pride, and work towards economic and social empowerment. Here’s a look at some of these impactful groups in 2025 and how you can get involved. The
El Norte Didn’t Cross Us—They Took It Si te han dicho alguna vez “Go back to where you came from,” it’s time to set the record straight: Mexicans didn’t cross the border—the border crossed us. Desde California hasta Texas, this was all México until the U.S., drunk on Manifest Destiny, straight-up stole it. What happened
For many years, Long Beach, California, has been known for its inclusive culture and diverse population. Many immigrants, many from Asia, Latin America, and other parts of the world, call Long Beach, one of the state’s largest cities, home. In particular, the city supports laws that protect and help immigrants in the areas of public
ISM Brewing is ringing in the Year of the Snake with a vibrant, week-long celebration starting Saturday, January 25, 2025, at their Downtown Long Beach location.This Lunar New Year event will feature limited-time food and drinks, exclusive merch, and plenty of surprises to mark the occasion. The celebration will highlight Tet, the Vietnamese Lunar New
In Los Angeles, swap meets (or mercados) are more than just shopping spots—they’re vibrant cultural hubs that connect communities, celebrate traditions, and uplift small businesses. Rooted in the tianguis of Mesoamerica, where vendors gathered to trade goods in lively open-air markets, these spaces have become staples in Latino culture across SoCal. For many immigrant families,
Small Business Saturday, observed annually on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, is a pivotal event that encourages consumers to support local businesses during the holiday shopping season. Established by American Express in 2010 amid the economic recession, this initiative aimed to bolster small businesses by directing holiday shoppers to local retailers. The U.S. Senate recognized its
This holiday season, Black Dog Coffee Roasters in Long Beach is hosting an event you and your furry friend won’t want to miss! Join us on Saturday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the corner of 3rd and Cerritos for a festive morning in support of our local 501(c)(3) nonprofit dog rescue.
For nearly three decades, the Distinguished Speakers Series of Southern California has brought thought-provoking voices to the region, offering audiences insights on topics ranging from technology to culinary arts to global affairs. Founded by sisters Kathy Swan Winterhalder and Sue Swan, the Pasadena based operation has series hosts events Redondo Beach, Newport Beach, and Thousand
Inside the walls of a preschool, she is busy teaching her students; outside the classroom, she assists people with navigating their relationship with food. From her two careers, Hailey Batchelor, preschool teacher and holistic nutrition coach, created Eat the Rainbow, a children’s book aimed to teach kids about the nutritional benefits of various foods. A
It is important that our queer community doesn’t lose sight of the reason we celebrate pride. It is and will always be a protest, it is a safe place for our queer community to be who they are, to be free, to be radical, to be loved, to be proud!… and to us, that’s the
