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Any way you slice it, Sweeney Todd’s a winner

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Attend the tale of Sweeney Todd. He served a dark and a vengeful god. What happens then – well, that’s the play, And he wouldn’t want us to give it away… The Demon Barber of Fleet Street has set up shop on the stage at the Carpenter Center and there’s only one weekend left to see the [...]

Valentine’s Weekend: Events in Long Beach that aren’t all about romance

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If you listen to the news it’s easy to start thinking that February 14 is all about flowers, hearts and romance. Not true! In fact, we found quite a few Long Beach events happening over Valentine’s weekend that have nothing at all to do with love and lace. That’s not to say that your honey [...]

North Long Beach unveils Lion of Judah mural at His Nesting Place

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Neighbors, city officials and community activists gathered, Saturday January 30 for the dedication of “The Lion of Judah” mural at 350 East Market Street (corner of Market & Elm) in Long Beach. The mural space, donated by His Nesting Place, is on the side of the building that can be seen by both cars passing [...]

Bagpipes and brogues! Scottish Festival boards the Queen Mary

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Highland dancing, bagpipe bands and sheep-herding dogs are a sampling of what awaits at the Queen Mary Scottish Festival on Feb. 13 and 14 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily in Long Beach. Built on the banks of the River Clyde in Scotland over 75 years ago, the Queen Mary celebrates her Scottish heritage [...]

Prix Fixe Romance: 9 Long Beach Restaurants for Valentine’s Weekend

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Long Beach restaurants are taking their menus to new heights in February. Chefs are planning exotic appetizers, inspired entrees and rich desserts that will give lovers a taste of something truly special this Valentine’s Day. Finding a romantic restaurant for Valentine’s Day isn’t difficult in Long Beach. But with all the stress and pressure of this [...]

Ragga Muffins: Reggae fest gives Long Beach a chance to get Irie

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With over 25,000 attendees annually, the Ragga Muffins Festival is recognized as the premiere and largest Reggae Festival in the United States featuring top international artists, reggae legends and up and coming regional acts. The 29th annual Ragga Muffins Music Festival returns to Southern California February 20-21 bringing a weekend of reggae music to the [...]