15 September 2021

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Community  Karaoke

Community Karaoke


The Sept. 8 karaoke party featured 22 enthusiastic singers. Karen Morris had the audience singing and rocking along to the zippy song “Ace in the Hole.” Everyone enjoyed a variety of donated fresh baked snacks while encouraging those members who wanted to entertain the crowd. All are welcome to join in; there’s plenty of room to spread out or socialize with friends over a cup of coffee.

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Fest celebrates Native culture

Fest celebrates Native culture


AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC In celebration of local Native American cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach hosts the 17th annual Moompetam Festival, featuring crafts demonstrations, storytelling, music and dance. Among the maritime cultures being showcased Sept. 18-19 are the Tongva, Chumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseno and Kumeyaay. The word “Moompetam” means “People of
01 September 2021

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LWers cross off bucket list items in Quebec City

LWers cross off bucket list items in Quebec City


TRAVEL by Fred Fenton LW contributor Vaccine records and COVID19 test results in hand, we flew to Quebec City on Aug. 9, the first day Americans were allowed to cross the Canadian border. My wife, Linda, and I were on our way to fulfill a bucket list item to walk the cobbled streets of one of North America’s most enchanting cities. Quebec did not disappoint. We stayed four nights at

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Dancers & Mixers Club

Dancers & Mixers Club


Tuesday, Sept. 7, will find the Dancers & Mixers Club under the stars at Veterans Plaza from 7-9 p.m. Live music will be performed by Linda Herman, and LWers are encouraged to line dance. Only chairs will be set up, and attendees are invited to bring their own comfy lawn chairs, as well as a favorite beverage and snack. Everyone should sign in and provide a phone number or email address. There

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Has anyone seen this dog?

Has anyone seen this dog?


HUMOR My chia pet Nancy has been missing for several days now. Early Sunday morning, after she nosed me out of bed, we went for our usual walk, even though I was still half way between sleeping and dreaming. We decided to go to the community gardens. She knows many of the plants there, going all the way back to her seed packet days. After a chat with Okra and Arugula, we stepped out of the
25 August 2021

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‘Closely Related Keys’ gives timely look at culture

‘Closely Related Keys’ gives timely look at culture


INTERNATIONAL CITY THEATRE by Patty Marsters pattym@lwsb.com After 18 months, theatergoers will once again be treated to in-person performances at the International City Theatre starting this week with the opening of “Closely Related Keys.” Los Angeles-based playwright Wendy Graf ’s family drama is set in New York, shortly before the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist

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