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Where to go see the fantastic displays of Christmas lights in Long Beach

Barbara Holbrook — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 06:25:14 +0000

Have you gone to see one of the Long Beach Christmas parades this year? The colorful lights and cheery crowds are always a wonderful way to get into the spirit of the holidays. When I really need a boost of Christmas spirit—say after 10 hours fighting crowds in the mall—there’s one activity guaranteed to make me feel festive again. Going to look at lights!

Now that Long Beach has a slight chill in the air, it’s the perfect time to go look at Christmas lights.

Whether you prefer to stroll the streets and get an up close view or drive the decorated avenues listening to a custom playlist of cheery tunes, there are several places to take in the awesome displays of holiday lights. If you’re looking for something to do tonight, try one of these popular destinations to see Christmas lights in Long Beach.

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Everyone loves a Christmas Parade

Barbara Holbrook — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:00:49 +0000

The winter air is brisk and the sun goes down early—perfect conditions for two things: Christmas Lights and Holiday Parades. Whether you prefer a marching band or flotilla of lighted boats, get out your calendar and circle these dates. The holidays are here and parades will be making their way through Long Beach all during the month of December.

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Michael’s on Naples offers a Christmas Eve Dining Experience

Editor — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:00:16 +0000

Long Beach’s #1 restaurant — at least according to the Zagat Guide — Michael’s On Naples, will offer a four-course, prix fixe Christmas Eve dinner for $55 per person.

“Christmas Eve evokes many warm memories for so many people and we wanted to create new ones by offering both foods reminiscent of this time of year and some of our own original creations,” said Executive Chef David Coleman.

Michael’s on Naples is committed to the Slow Food Movement, a concept that reinforces the connection between “planet, plate and palate.”

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Holiday events bring cheer to Long Beach in December

Barbara Holbrook — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:00:11 +0000

The left-over turkey is put away and the holiday season is officially in full swing. The city will be filled with goodwill and holiday cheer everywhere you look. For those that like to stroll the streets looking at Christmas lights, there will be decorative lights downtown and uptown, along with Christmas trees and holiday parades, and shopping events with Santa.

Long Beach has a month-long celebration planned for December. The holiday events start the first weekend in December and continue through the season — not to mention all the Long Beach Christmas parades!

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3rd District goes green with E-Waste recycling event Saturday

Editor — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:15:59 +0000

Go green with the Naples Island Business Association, Naples Improvement Association and 3rd District Councilmember Gary DeLong. Bring your e-waste to a free “drive-thru” electronics recycling event Saturday, September 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Sea Scouts parking lot, 5875 Appian Way.

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