8pm and 10pm- All Stars, featuring four of todays top comics. General Admission $15, VIP $25. Two (2) Drink Minimum per person. Free 90 Minute parking validation, or valet only $6.

11am-12pm-  A literature-based program that promotes reading readiness, reading for pleasure, and library use. Interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and flannelboard fun will develop your child's: familiarity with letters and numbers, vocabulary, word play skills, attention span skills, and listening skills.(for children 3-5 years)

Four markedly different, yet intimately connected women grapple with order, cleanliness, and the messy ambiguities of life in a quirky and unexpectedly moving comedy about love, loss and the power of a good joke. This whimsical romantic comedy centers on Mathilde, a Brazilian housekeeper who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in cleaning the house. International City Theatre presents The Clean House, Sarah Ruhl's unpredictable and sublime rumination on the importance of laughter and mess in our lives. caryn desai directs Rob Roy Cesar, Kathy Bell Denton, Eileen Galindo; Nadia Nardini, and Caryn West in a four-week run opening August 27, with low-priced previews on August 24, 25 and 26. Please see website for ticket sales, and show dates and times.

"What Can We" by Craig Abernethy directed by Turner Munch. "Jinxed" by Alexa K. Mavormatis directed by Dion Chang. "The Elephant" by Alice Pencavel directed by Olivia Trevino. "What King Kong Dreamt" conceived by a team directed by Jasper Oliver. Please see website for details, and to purchase tickets.

Four markedly different, yet intimately connected women grapple with order, cleanliness, and the messy ambiguities of life in a quirky and unexpectedly moving comedy about love, loss and the power of a good joke. This whimsical romantic comedy centers on Mathilde, a Brazilian housekeeper who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in cleaning the house. International City Theatre presents The Clean House, Sarah Ruhl's unpredictable and sublime rumination on the importance of laughter and mess in our lives. caryn desai directs Rob Roy Cesar, Kathy Bell Denton, Eileen Galindo; Nadia Nardini, and Caryn West in a four-week run opening August 27, with low-priced previews on August 24, 25 and 26. Please see website for ticket sales, and show dates and times.

The show features our talented cast of comedians who perform a series of improv comedy scenes all based on suggestions from the audience. No two shows are ever the same! Friday and Saturdays $10, 10pm

Local art galleries and retail businesses such as gift shops, boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops stay open until late evening. Linden Avenue is closed to the traffic and transformed into a street art fair by local artists. Two stages are dedicated to street performances and live music.

"What Can We" by Craig Abernethy directed by Jeremy Aluma. "Jumper's with the Gypsy" by Nathaniel Kressen directed by Roger Q. Mason. "An Agreement Between a Father & Son" by Lloyd Noonan directed by Jerry James. "Eddie A Musical About Failure" written and directed by Robert Edward. Please see website for details, and to purchase tickets.

8pm and 10pm- All Stars, featuring four of todays top comics. General Admission $15, VIP $25. Two (2) Drink Minimum per person. Free 90 Minute parking validation, or valet only $6.

2-3pm- Fun reading program for all ages. Please call Library for details.

Every Sunday is free, thanks to the support of Target. Bring the whole family and enjoy a day of free admission and special programs.

Four markedly different, yet intimately connected women grapple with order, cleanliness, and the messy ambiguities of life in a quirky and unexpectedly moving comedy about love, loss and the power of a good joke. This whimsical romantic comedy centers on Mathilde, a Brazilian housekeeper who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in cleaning the house. International City Theatre presents The Clean House, Sarah Ruhl's unpredictable and sublime rumination on the importance of laughter and mess in our lives. caryn desai directs Rob Roy Cesar, Kathy Bell Denton, Eileen Galindo; Nadia Nardini, and Caryn West in a four-week run opening August 27, with low-priced previews on August 24, 25 and 26. Please see website for ticket sales, and show dates and times.

11-11:40am- This is a lapsit program with songs, rhymes, fingerplays, stories, and learning toys.  This is a social, as well as an educational time, to introduce families to the library.(Ages 3 months - 2 years)

8pm- General Admission $15, VIP $20. Tues-Thurs FREE with proof of unemployment & reservations before 6pm. Two (2) Drink Minimum per person. Free 90 Minute parking validation, or valet only $6.

Write Bloody Publishing presents  Light-Bulb Mouth Radio | Every Wed. - "The Light-Bulb Mouth Radio cultural variety show that highlights: One Author, One Musical Act and One Informationist. There are interviews. There is wildness and its all unscripted. Hosted by Derrick Brown.

The Long Beach Experiment is a gathering of electronic, experimental, and/or unique musicians and bands of all backgrounds, that come together at THE CELLAR in downtown Long Beach. Also included is spoken word artists, performance artists and anything different that comes along. The goal is to bring together memorable and one of a kind shows to Long Beach. We hold our shows on EVERY WEDNESDAY. ART&MUSIC SHOW!! Please check our listings weekly. $5 when you mention my name EFREN LUNA at the door. $7 regular.Several Evolver poets (devin aka cheshire, christine petit, alexandra laspesa, eusebio, tony aka wanderlust, dolphin brain, annie gholson) will be performing with live percussion and beats.Those who come to see them as the "Evolver Poets," will see their $5 contribution go toward the Long Beach Time Exchange launch...just mention "Evolver Poets' at the door.    

Four markedly different, yet intimately connected women grapple with order, cleanliness, and the messy ambiguities of life in a quirky and unexpectedly moving comedy about love, loss and the power of a good joke. This whimsical romantic comedy centers on Mathilde, a Brazilian housekeeper who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in cleaning the house. International City Theatre presents The Clean House, Sarah Ruhl's unpredictable and sublime rumination on the importance of laughter and mess in our lives. caryn desai directs Rob Roy Cesar, Kathy Bell Denton, Eileen Galindo; Nadia Nardini, and Caryn West in a four-week run opening August 27, with low-priced previews on August 24, 25 and 26. Please see website for ticket sales, and show dates and times.

"What Can We" by Craig Abernethy directed by Steve Sornbutnark. "Commedia Dell Arte" by the Commedia Ensemble of CSULB Italy 2010. "Italy" by Steven Schutzman directed by Dennis Hoffman. "I Thought I Liked Girls" by Nicole Pandolfo and directed by Turner Munch. "Shots in the Dark" by Joe Howells directed by Carol Anne Perini. Please see website for details, and to purchase tickets.

We invite you to enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of the It's A Grind on Pine coffee house on Thursdays for Open Mic Night from 8-10 pm! Slip into a chair by the fire and relax by having your favorite coffee drink and enjoying listening to local talent.

8pm-  General Admission $12, VIP $22. College discount $10 entry Thursday valid ID Required. Tues-Thurs FREE with proof of unemployment & reservations before 6pm. Two (2) Drink Minimum per person. Free 90 Minute parking validation, or valet only $6.

Spok-n Thursdays meet every Thursday at 8:30 and roll out at 9:00. This is an medium paced ride 15-20 miles, we meet at Pizza Pi on Broadway and Lime across from Vons for cheap pizza and beer and we usually end at Hole Mole. 2-3 stops no riders left behind. We perform live Emceeing, Spoken word, Poetry and and thoughtful quotes during the ride and at stops so if you have anything to say feel free to do so. Everyone and all bikes are welcome. Please bring Lights, tubes, water, tools and cash. Spok-n will have a few extra tubes and patches if needed. The route is to be announced but feel free to make suggestions. Bring your friends and anyone you know who loves riding bikes. For more info email Sk_dmc@yahoo.com or call the day of ride.

11-11:40am- Toddler time uses stories, songs, puppets, toys, puzzles and games to introduce toddlers and their caregivers to the library. (For children 18 months - 3 years)

4-4:45pm- Programs for school-age children often include activities such as reading circles, crafts, games, and songs. Please call the library for a more complete description of the program at that location.

Four markedly different, yet intimately connected women grapple with order, cleanliness, and the messy ambiguities of life in a quirky and unexpectedly moving comedy about love, loss and the power of a good joke. This whimsical romantic comedy centers on Mathilde, a Brazilian housekeeper who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in cleaning the house. International City Theatre presents The Clean House, Sarah Ruhl's unpredictable and sublime rumination on the importance of laughter and mess in our lives. caryn desai directs Rob Roy Cesar, Kathy Bell Denton, Eileen Galindo; Nadia Nardini, and Caryn West in a four-week run opening August 27, with low-priced previews on August 24, 25 and 26. Please see website for ticket sales, and show dates and times.

"What Can We" by Craig Abernethy directed by Turner Munch. "Jinxed" by Alexa K. Mavormatis directed by Dion Chang. "The Elephant" by Alice Pencavel directed by Olivia Trevino. "What King Kong Dreamt" conceived by a team directed by Jasper Oliver. Please see website for details, and to purchase tickets.

11am-12pm-  A literature-based program that promotes reading readiness, reading for pleasure, and library use. Interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and flannelboard fun will develop your child's: familiarity with letters and numbers, vocabulary, word play skills, attention span skills, and listening skills.(for children 3-5 years)

8pm and 10pm- All Stars, featuring four of todays top comics. General Admission $15, VIP $25. Two (2) Drink Minimum per person. Free 90 Minute parking validation, or valet only $6.