FULL MOON RELEASING RITUAL — We’re Back, Beloved Collective

It’s the final Full Moon of the year — and the last chance to let go before we step into an entirely new cycle.

2025 has carried the deep, transformative energy of the Year of the Snake, inviting us to shed, release, and outgrow everything that no longer fits. And as we cross the threshold into 2026 — a Universal Year 1 — we enter a season of new beginnings, rebirth, and fresh alignment.

This is the moon where you clear the old so you can walk freely into your next chapter.

Led by @jah, for this ritual, we’re taking it back to the art of candle magic — returning to divination, flame work, and intentional release to help you step out of the smoke and into your new self.

Join us on Thursday, December 4th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Elemental Shop — 312 Elm. LBC

Bring your intentions. Bring your shadows. Bring the version of you that’s ready to be released.

We’ll handle the rest.

Shop small and support independent makers at ReCircle Home for Small Business Saturday!
Pop-up vendors:
Black Lake Witch
Miss Kelly Magick
Second Breakfast Jewelry
Xanthia Pink
Sam Reynolds Art
Mystic Jade
La Bruja Jewelry

Shop small, party big! Join us Small Business Saturday 11/29 12pm-4pm in the East Village Arts District in partnership with Seeket LB.

Shop Small Season Kickoff Party on 1st Street between Linden and Elm with food, drinks, music, pop-ups, and holiday shopping galore!

We believe that creativity is more powerful when it’s shared.

In that spirit, we are so happy to be collaborating with our friends at BYO Long Beach to host a community craft supply swap.

This is an invitation to come together, share our resources & give our unused supplies a new story. Keep materials in use and out of the landfill, all while connecting with fellow creatives in our neighborhood.

When: This Saturday, Nov. 8th from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: 425 E 1st Street

Feel free to pop in anytime during the event. Whether you want to drop off supplies, browse for new treasures, stay for a while, or simply say hello - we would be so happy to see you!

Come by and bring something to mend!

11/8 12pm-7pm

CLASS DETAILS

Time: Saturday, October 18th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Location: BYO Long Beach in East Village

431 E 1st Street, Long Beach, CA 90802

Parking: Metered street parking is available.

The class, presented by Rain Barrels International, will discuss the importance of rainwater harvesting, the benefits of a rain barrel, the installation process, helpful methods to conserve water on your property, and rebate information.

Attendance at the workshop is not required to purchase your rain barrel at the discounted price nor are you required to make a purchase to attend the FREE class, however if you are interested in purchasing one for your home at a great price, learn more by visiting: https://www.rainbarrelsintl.com/events/long-beach-byo.

$35 mail-in rebate per barrel for up to two barrels per household available for most local residents. For more information, visit www.socalwatersmart.com.

Rain Barrels are available for purchase at this community event. These rain barrel purchases along with your reservation for your spot at the seminar should be made in advance. The rain barrel distribution will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Only rain barrels ordered in advance are guaranteed to be available for pick up at the event.

Link to order your rain barrel in advance will be provided soon.

For questions, and for information about other events, contact info@RainBarrelsIntl.com.

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BARREL SPECIFICATIONS

• Re-used food-grade plastic barrels.

• Solid brass 3/4" spigot for garden hose attachment.

• Side brass overflow.

• 4" mesh no-see-um screen riveted to top, preventing bugs from accessing the water.

We look forward to seeing you there!

This is a FREE event for all school age children to come get their hair hooked up before they go back to school.
Free haircuts, braids, twists, whatever they want!
There will also be some school supplies available.

BARBERS, BRAIDERS, & STYLISTS NEEDED!
For volunteer and donation information, please contact Afros of Hollywood at 562-326-6308.

Ready to master the art of sourdough? Join us for a hands-on sourdough workshop where you’ll learn everything you need to know to bake beautiful, crusty, naturally-leavened bread - right in your own kitchen!
$85 per person

Come celebrate 10 years!
Live Music, Food, Coffee, Candles, Clothing, Comic Art, Flash Tattoos, Airbrush, and Graffiti.

Saturday July 26th at 10am will be the official launch of this new rehab chiropractic office!

Join Councilwoman Mary Zendejas for the 4th Annual Independence Day Vito’s Dog Parade!
This is a free event that will include an award ceremony, veteran/pet resources, and a dog parade!
Sign up here!

For more info, call (562) 570-6919 or email district1@longbeach.gov

Journey through history with a guided tour of two iconic Downtown Long Beach landmarks: The Farmers & Merchants Bank and The Altar Society.
Drinks and convo included. Space is limited!

Sign up through Eventbrite.

Comedy Jet Presents Modica’s Comedy Night featuring Dave Reinitz, Justin Foster, Leyla Ali, Karina Reyes, Andrew Searles, JoAnn Bentley, and Felize Gee.
$25 Entry + 2 Item minimum.
Reservations: (562) 435-7011
*Lineup subject to change.

Celebration of Polish culture comes to town on the first day of Summer!

POLISH DAY IN LA Long Beach is June 21st, 2-10pm.

It is a free of charge event.

We bring the buckets + sticks, you bring the beats!
On 1st Street between Elm and Linden.

Make Music Long Beach Returns!
Calling all musicians and businesses! Be part of the fun with Make Music Day, celebrated annually on June 21 in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries.
Registration is now open until June 16! http://www.makemusicday.org/longbeach

Come celebrate 15 years at District Wine!

Join Hellbent Silversmith on Saturday, May 10th from 5-8p to celebrate two years of their brick & mortar! There will be permanent bracelets, tarot readings, $100 flash tattoos by Steel Honey, a DJ set by Bonnie Holiday, food by Vegan Banh Mi Thao, and upcycled vintage by Milk Thistle Sewing!

We first opened our doors at the East Village Location on Earth Day 2019, and we are so grateful to be in this downtown community!
In addition to our party, our next doors neighbors are also celebrating another year!

Join Burke Mercantile on Saturday, May 10th from 5-8pm to celebrate 7 years of brick + mortar, and 6 years in the East Village Arts District, before they transition the business online! Burke’s next door neighbors Hellbent Silversmith and BYO Long Beach will also be celebrating their shop anniversaries, there will be limited edition commemorative Burke merch for sale, and there will be beverages, bites, and lots of community love as they transition to a new chapter. Join them one last time at 435 E 1st St as they celebrate this milestone!

Come create and collaborate! Special performances by Jesse Wilder, Scott Klopfenstein, and Alex Ivan Blanco.

East Village Art Block
445 E 1st Street, Long Beach, CA 90802

Saturday May 10th
2-7pm

Peacock & Co. is popping up for Art Block!
Plants and original hand drawn cards by Pullhouse.

Every Second Saturday in the East Village Arts District!

Hosted by the Long Beach Art Block 2nd Saturdays
Free trade of art materials.
We are accepting donations of art supplies in any condition for this event.

Follow and tag on Instagram @artsupplyswap
Or email info@artsupplyswap.com for collabs and scheduling donation pick-ups.

Sip, Shop & Stroll – Taste of Downtown East Village

May 3 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

“Sip, Shop, and Stroll” hosted by the Downtown Long Beach Alliance invites attendees to indulge in a day filled with culinary delights, beverages, and local shopping. Located in the scenic Historic East Village Arts District, this event will pair local retailers with food and beverage businesses, offering a unique blend of tasting and shopping experiences. With live music and engaging activities, the neighborhood will be buzzing with energy and excitement.

Tasting tickets cost just $1 each, with most tastings averaging between 3-6 tickets. Guests can pre-purchase tickets on Eventbrite or purchase them day of at the DTLB Alliance box offices located at 1st & Linden and LBMA downtown.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-shop-stroll-taste-of-downtown-east-village-tickets-1321904194029?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

During the next Downtown Art Walk on Saturday, April 5th from 5-7pm, join Burke Mercantile in partnership with Long Beach City Lifestyle Magazine for an Opening Reception of an Art Residency with Nick Zegel. The April issue of LB City Lifestyle Magazine, which includes a feature on Burke, and cover art of Nick's artwork, will be available along with some complimentary bites and beverages.

435 E 1st St

Art Clout Collective has curated an eclectic mix of artists on First Street between Elm and Linden, including a pop-up gallery at 425 E 1st St in the heart of the East Village Arts District.

Taking place on Saturday, April 5th from 2-7pm during the Downtown Art Walk.

Anneise will be hosting local artist Natalie Moyado (@personatalieart) during the April 5th Downtown Art Walk from 2-7pm. Shop small and spuport local art!

440 E 1st St

Art Block on 1st Street is back this month for the Downtown wide Art & Design Walk! Food and music activations (including a harpist from 2-3p on the Arabian Grill patio!), artist popups, special art shows, local shopping, and more!

Join us Saturday, April 5th from 2-7pm on 1st Street between Linden and Elm.