Join us for a Meet & Greet at Kavikas!
Posted on February 3rd, 2012
The Bulldog Beauty Contest will be the main event at this year’s Haute Dog Pageants!
Posted on January 27th, 2012
The Bulldog Beauty Contest will be the main event at this year’s Haute Dog Pageants produced by beauty pageant and bulldog enthusiast Justin Rudd. In addition to the Bulldog and French Bulldog contests, Rudd will include pageants for Pugs, Chihuahuas, Pit Bulls, Cute Dogs, Ugly Dogs, Senior Dogs (all breeds/mixes, ages 10 & older), Mutts, Small Dogs, and Large Dogs. Contestants ranging in age from four months to 17 years are expected to again travel to Long Beach, from as far as northern California, Las Vegas, Montana, Oklahoma and Arizona, to compete for the coveted 2012 titles.
NOTE: Each contest’s winners are announced right after each contest — within about 10 minutes of the finish of each. Dogs can enter multiple contests. Each add’l contest is just $10.
SCHEDULE
- English Bulldog Beauty Contest, 10 a.m.
- Senior Dog Pageant, 11:30 a.m. (all breeds/mixes, ages 10+)
- added Cutest Dog Contest, 11:45 a.m.
- added Ugly Dog Contest, 11:50 p.m.
- French Bulldog Pageant, noon
- Pug Pageant, 12:30 a.m.
- National Mutt Show, 1 p.m. (no pure breeds)
- NEW BEST IN SHOW, 1:30 p.m. (all dogs, breeds, mixes, sizes welcome)
- Chihuahua Beauty Contest, 2 p.m.
- added Small Dog Pageant, 2:10 p.m. (generally 20 lbs. or less and/or shorter than 16 inches; not puppies)
- NEW Large Dog Beauty Contest, 2:20 p.m. (generally 60+ lbs.)
- NEW Pit Bull Pageant, 2:30 p.m.
The quadrupeds will parade down a grassy runway that included a 100-ft. red carpet runway, flanked by hundreds of gawkers and a panel of real-life beauty queen judges. Judging will be based on charm, first impression, face, figure and personality.
The Haute Dog Pageants are a fundraiser for Rudd’s nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (C.A.T.) of which “Haute Dogs” and “Operation Santa Paws” are a part. Each dog in the contest donates a fee and several thousand dollars was raised from entry fees, $5 front-row seating rentals along the runway and vendors space rentals.
Leave plenty of time for parking – more than 1,000 spectators are expected again this year.
ENTRY INFO
You can also register at the event. Save time by filling out the entry form here. Pre-registered dogs’ names/titles appear on the contestant list below.
RENT A FRONT-ROW SEAT
Approx. 500 front-row seats will be available for just $5/cash only. We suggest you arrive with $5 cash and be seated by 10 a.m. NOTE: Seats did sell out last year.
The contests will again be held Sat., Feb. 11, 2012, under the shade trees at the 1932 Olympic rowing site — Marine Stadium, 5225 E. Paoli Way, Long Beach, 90803. MAP
Lola’s Celebrates Parklets Grand Opening A Southern California First.
Posted on January 24th, 2012
Lola’s Celebrates Parklets Grand Opening A Southern California First.
- Posted by Jesus Hernandez on January 23, 2012 at 9:30pm
Long Beach is constantly evolving, from the first bike-friendly business district in the country to the Downtown plan.
Well our fair city is not slowing down during the opening weeks of the new-year. As of Jan. 20, Lolas Restaurant is home to the first parklet in southern California. The parklet is located right in front of the restaurant, but I can bet it didn’t get much use this weekend.
The grand opening of the parklet was a whole community event which came together with colaberative efforts of Vice Mayor Suja Lowenthal, Luis Navarro (Owner of Lola’s), Studio One Eleven, JR van Dijs, Inc., Retro Row Businesses, and many more.
Parklets popped up in San Francisco in 2005 as a form of activism but soon became more about using parking spaces that were under utilized in the urban landscape.
The parklet in front of Lola’s is one of three restaurants which got approved for constructing parklets curbside. Not only are they appealing to passers-by, but they add about 20 new seats to the existing business without the cost of remodeling.
“What is that about?” asked James K., 26, local resident. After taking a closer look, he quickly commented, “Whoa, I love Lola’s as it is. Now I can eat my ‘chiles rellenos’ while I have a smoke!” Not sure if that would fly, but his enthusiasm was shared by the crowd that gathered for the event.
Have you seen the parklet outside of Lola’s? What do you think some of the drawbacks might be? Do you remember these from last years’ Park(ing) Day?
The Lofts team volunteers time with Save Our Beach!
Posted on January 19th, 2012
The Lofts team spent a few hours on Saturday, January 7th helping the volunteers of Save Our Beach clean up along the Long Beach coastline.
Attention Residents!
Posted on January 12th, 2012
Join us for coffee and conversation on Monday, January 16, from 9am to 11am in the leasing center! Hope to see you there!
Long Beach Polar Splash Invites Locals to Chill Out for Charity
Posted on January 12th, 2012
Are you cold-hearted when it comes to charity? Maybe it’s time you chilled out! On January 21, head down to Belmont Shore for the Long Beach Polar Splash & Doggie Dip. The event is a free opportunity to raise some cold hard cash for several worthy charities.There is no cost to participate. In fact, Justin Rudd’s Community Action Team (C.A.T.) is donating $10 on behalf of every person that participates in the Long Beach Polar Splash (up to $2,000). In order to “earn” a donation for one of their preferred charities, participants must submerge completely (including the head). And NO wetsuits!
When splashers arrive on event day, they’ll be asked to sign-in and choose one of several charitable causes which they want to support. Options include:
- Seal Beach Animal Care Center
- Training for Autism
- Assiteens of Long Beach
- Long Beach spay/neuter programs
- American Heart Association
- American Alzheimer’s Foundation
These causes are championed by the hostesses for the day: Little Miss, Teen, Miss and Mrs. Long Beach and Southern California Cities. These ladies will also be donning their swimwear and gettin’ cold for their causes. (The water temp this time of year is expected to be about 55-59 degrees.)
Polar plunges and splashes happen around this time of year all over the world and Southern California’s temperate climate is no reason not to join in the fun.
All ages are welcome. Those under 18 must have a parent/guardian present to participate. Dogs are welcome, however submerging dogs will not be allowed.
The “Long Beach Polar Splash & Doggie Dip” is set for Saturday, January 21 at 11 a.m., following the 10 a.m. “30-Minute Beach Cleanup.” The Polar Splash takes place in Belmont Shore on the eastern edge of Rosie’s Dog Beach at the orange traffic cones, basically 1 Granada Ave. Participate in the monthly Beach Cleanup and parking is free.
This event is hosted by Justin Rudd and his nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (CAT). CAT is supported, in whole, by funds raised at the Long Beach Turkey Trot 5K/10K and Haute Dog Parades.
Read more http://www.everythinglongbeach.com/long-beach-polar-splash-chill-for-charity/
Tickets Now on Sale For DLBA’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Posted on December 12th, 2011
Tickets Now on Sale For DLBA’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
2011-12-12 · By Editor
Photo by wolfro54Tickets are now on sale for the Downtown Long Beach Associates’ (DLBA) massive New Year’s Eve celebration taking place on Pine Avenue and Broadway. Kicking off at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 31, 2011, the high-energy street party will encompass two-square blocks and feature live music by Wayward Sons and Love Fool, covering hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s and the ‘90s.
Advance tickets are $10 each, with a limited special discount package including VIP parking and two tickets available for $27. Advanced tickets can be purchased online at www.downtownlongbeach.org, through Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 5 p.m. Tickets at the event will be sold for $15 each.
Love Fool will open the show with a rocking ‘90s set and in keeping with the countdown theme, they’ll be back for a ‘80s mix that will set the tone for the event headliner. Wayward Sons, a celebrated ‘70s cover band, will wow the crowd for two hours and rock ‘n roll right up until midnight, when the countdown to 2012 begins. At midnight, fireworks from the Queen Mary will light up the sky for the New Year.
Five outdoor bars will serve up a variety of spirits, allowing guests to enjoy food and beverages throughout the venue without missing a minute of live music.
Pine Avenue New Years Eve Celebration is Saturday, December 31, 2011 at intersection of Pine Avenue & Broadway Avenue from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cost: Advanced tickets are $10 each, and a limited number of $27 packages including two tickets and a VIP parking pass are available online at www.downtownlongbeach.org, until Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the gate.
The DLBA has partnered with Long Beach Transit to sponsor free transportation from 5 p.m. until 2:30 a.m.
Event sponsors include Gladstone’s Restaurant, The Pike at Rainbow Harbor, Shoreline Village, the Long Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Long Beach Transit.
For additional information on Downtown’s New Years Eve celebration including the event at the Waterfront or to request photos, please call (562) 436-4259 or visit www.downtownlongbeach.org.
Read more http://www.everythinglongbeach.com/dlba-new-years-eve-celebration/
Adopt An Angel This Holiday Season!
Posted on December 2nd, 2011
Join us in giving back this holiday season!
Posted on November 7th, 2011
Get a Jump Start on The Holidays!
Posted on November 7th, 2011
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