Community News

Bubble Bash Event

Long Beach Towne Center invites the community to celebrate the summer at the Bubble Bash event on Saturday, July 12 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. All ages are welcome to enjoy interactive color-filled bubble stations, an overflowing foam zone, live entertainment, a character meet and greet, games and giveaways. Bubble stations are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The event will be located in the Regal Promenade, 7575 Carson Blvd. For more information and a full store directory, visit LBTowneCenter.com.

Free Basketball Camp

CSULB basketball redshirt sophomore Lauren Cummings will host a free basketball camp on July 19 for girls in grades 1-6 at the Salvation Army Gym in Long Beach, sparking a love for the game and showing young girls, they can achieve anything they set their hearts to. This isn’t just a camp – it’s a movement to break barriers, build confidence and create unstoppable dreamers.

This is the second year that the camp has been offered. Register at www.1laurencummings.com/nonprofit.

2nd & PCH Family Events

This July, 2nd & PCH has an array of free, family-friendly events on the waterfront. From high-energy concerts to outdoor movies and hands-on kids club programming, there’s something for everyone to enjoy all month long:

Beachside Beats Fest

Thursday, July 17 | 5–8 p.m. – Enjoy a live performance by Manuel the Band on the mainstage at Seaport Way, blending feel-good indie rock with an energetic brass section.

Movies & Moonlight

• Friday, July 11 | 6–10 p.m. – Bring a blanket or lawn chair for an outdoor screening of The Wild Robot, the heartwarming new animated feature perfect for all ages.
•  PCH Explorer Kids Club (Tuesdays | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Grand Staircase)
• July 15: Dino Discovery Day – Go back in time with prehistoric fun.
• July 29: Summer Luau – Enjoy tropical activities and special character appearances.

Other Events:

• Saturday, July 12 – 714 Market “Ohana Summer Days”
• Tuesday, July 15 | 6–9 p.m. – Salsa Dance Class and Social Dancing
• Saturday, July 19 | 12–6 p.m. – Dreamers Market “Mermaid Pop Up”

All events are complimentary and open to the public. Guests can explore shops, restaurants and waterfront views before or after the festivities.