CSULB's Fall 2011 term officially started on August 22 and then the people actually began to emerge on August 29 with the first day of instruction. It is amazing to see the campus roar back to life after a less populated summer. I can't say that summer was peaceful or that there was less work, but it was a bit more quiet and less chaotic and rushed. Welcome back to the norm of the academic year and all the crowds and lines that come with it.
So, what does September have in store for everyone? Below are a few of my picks for this month listed by date and organized by city of Long Beach events, campus events, film-related and other areas. I'm not always able to attend everything on my own list, but just having it there helps me navigate though a busy week and have something fun, besides work, to look forward to each month.
September is looking to be a great month for big fun on a small budget. I will probably end up updating this posting each week as I discover new events. Enjoy my picks!
ONGOING EVENTS
Each Friday in September from 12 noon - 2 PM, Promenade & 1st St.
- Out to Lunch Concert Series - Bring you own lunch and enjoy the free concert or check out lunch specials from nearby participating restaurants downtown.
- Blue Buddha - a weekly Long Beach party celebrating the best in 80's & 90's hip hop and variations of soul, breaks and funk. RSVP at bluebuddhalbc@gmail.com - Free with RSVP all night for 21+, Free with RSVP before 10:30pm for 18+, $5 after
- Lunch Truck It - hat's for Lunch? Try a fun lunch experience each Wednesday afternoon by trying food from a variety of pupular lunch trucks. Looking for a unique dinner and a movie experience on a Saturday night? Try it LTI After Dark style! Check the website for dates.
AROUND TOWN - LONG BEACH
Thursday, September 1 - Monday, September 5, 2011 - 5 PM to 9 PM, $12.95
Saturday, Sunday, Monday: September 3, 4, & 5, 2011 - Noon to 9 PM each day, FREE - $3
- 62nd Annual Long Beach Greek Festival & Cultural Event - Labor Day Weekend - $3 for adults (see free admission coupon on Fest site; Monday 12 noon to 5 PM- free admission for all.
- End of the Summer Salsa Jam - Free Salsa Class at 8:15 PM
- 3rd Annual Latin American Parade & Festival - Live music, vendor fair, Latin American Cuisine, dance lessons, etc.
- 22nd Annual Belmont Shore Care Show - Up to 700 of the coolest classic American cars on display. Even if you are not a car buff, you'll be able to appreciate the beauty of these cars as you walk down 2nd St in Belmont Shore. Over 50,000 guests visit this event each year.
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Visiting Artist Lecture Series: 'Censorship of Political Art' with Daniel J. Martinez and Carol Wells (Part of the B-Word Project).
Banned, Blacklisted and Boycotted: Censorship and the Response to It (The B-Word Project) is an 18-month campus-wide initiative, running from September 2011 through December 2012, at California State University, Long Beach and some off-site venues.
- En La Noche - Enjoy a lowrider car showcase by Antiques Car Club in anticipation of the upcoming exhibition MEX/LA: Mexican Modernism(s) in Los Angeles 1930-1985.
- 6:30 – 8:00pm - Live music by DJ Cornejo and Mariachi Fina Estampa.
- 7:00pm - Join Councilmember Dr. Robert Garcia in a tour given by Associate VP of Education, Gabriela Martinez, curator of The Good, The Bad, The Ugly?: Selections from the MOLAA Permanent Collection.
- 8:00pm - Nortec Collective Presents: Clorofila
- 6:00 – 9:00pm - Enjoy Café Viva’s $3.00 bar menu or a prix-fixe dinner accompanied by live music.
- A Taste of Downtown - Try sample-sized portions of popular menu items from various local restaurants. A fun way to dine out! Tickets are $1 each or you can get a booklet of 12 for only $10. Buy two booklets and you can get a free ticket to the LB Aquarium of the Pacific, while supplies last.
- Free Entrance into many National Parks - Public Lands Day & Worldwide Day of Play
- Museum Day - Free Entrance with free ticket - I'm going to The GRAMMY Museum.
- Space Roller Disco Party - 10 PM to 2 AM - Disco/Funk style - It's like clubbing on wheels!
Additional Event Dates in Progress....
ON CAMPUS @ CSULB
Save money at many of the USU businesses - Coupons typically available at the Information Desk
Thursday, September 1, 2011 - 4 PM - 11 PM - FREE!
- SRWC One Year Anniversary Event - CSULB Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC)
- Also check out the Owen's Condition for Tuition Financial Aid Scholarship.
Sunday, September 4 from 4 PM to 8PM - FREE!
- Opening Reception for GLAMFA Exhibit & CSULB MFA Open Studios - best graduate art work from schools all over LA. Features 55 artists from 13 different programs.
- The GLAMFA exhibition runs from August 29 - September 8, 2011. General gallery hours are Monday through Friday 12 - 5 p.m. and Wednesday 12 - 7 p.m.
- Week of Welcome Fall 2011 - Organization Fairs featuring over 300 clubs and ending with the ever popular Smorgasport.
- Have a bike? Need to get it checked out? Visit the Bike Check In the Quad. Every 2nd Wednesday of each month 11:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Quad - Bicycle mechanics from JAX BIKES on site.
- Bigwords.com - Buy, Rent or Sell Textbooks OR go to www.amazon.com/textbooks
- FACES - Financial Advising, Counseling & Educational Services - Free!
ALL THINGS FILM-RELATED
For film-related events, please visit my other blog: Confessions of a Netflix Addict
- Featured in my other blog: 4 the Camera Outdoor Film Festival, Pop Fresh Flicks (free popcorn, movie and fun by the pool at CSULB SRWC), Long Beach Q Film Festival, Movies in the Park (final film viewing of the summer), plus more.
- TV: I'm watching my favorite TV shows with Hulu Plus and thought you'd enjoy it. Sign up & get 2 weeks free!
Deals & Discounts:
- Join the email club for Robeks and Get a FREE 12oz Tropical or Berry Smoothie with the purchase of a 24oz drink coupon in your inbox in minutes. Click on the link to join their email club. http://www.thatsbiz.com/573
- Catalina Express is celebrating their 30th Anniversary by giving a Free Pass to anyone who wants to go to Catalina on their birthday. Travel to Catalina Island for free on your birthday! Must register in advance. http://www.catalinaexpress.com/birthday_promo.php
- Check out this site I found called Goldstar. They have half-price tickets and member reviews of concerts, sports, theater and more. Comp tickets too! I'm already a member! https://www.goldstar.com/join?p=F1243705RB
- Zipcar - Get $25 credit.
SPLURGES OF THE MONTH
(yes, they are food-related)
(yes, they are food-related)
Friday - Sunday, September 9 - 11
- The 15th Annual Original Long Beach Lobster Festival
- Friday, September 9th — 5 PM - 11 PM
- Saturday, September 10th — 12 NOON - 11 PM
- Sunday, September 11th — 12 NOON - 10 PM
- $25/person - Chocolate Festival and Pastry Show - includes all the chocolate, pastries, wines, champagnes, foods, and spirits served.
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