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Are you ready for the Long Beach Marathon on October 8th, 2017?

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Are you ready for the Jet Blue Long Beach Marathon on October 8th, 2017? Get ready to run, watch and cheer on the runners on Sunday in Long Beach, CA.  Join us for the Marathon or Half Marathon.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you cross the finish line knowing you’re supporting families affected by Prader-Willi syndrome

Fundraising Goal

~Marathon and Half Marathon team members shall raise at least $500 per person
~If you raise $1000 or more we’ll reimburse your registration fee upon request
~The TeamPWCF Member who raises the most money wins an iPad Mini 3!

Discounted Registration Fees

~$70 for the Half Marathon (full-price is $110)
~$90 for the Marathon (full-price is $130)

Space is limited so join Team PWCF today! https://www.firstgiving.com/pwcf/teampwcf2017

To join offline download the registration application.
http://pwcf.frogadio.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2017/05/2017-TeamPWCF-Application-and-Liability-Form.pdf

Download the Flyer to share with your friends: http://pwcf.frogadio.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2017/05/2017-Long-Beach-Marathon-Flyer-.pdf

Need a smaller challenge? Run, Jog, or Walk the Aquarium of the Pacific 5K

For more information about the 2017 JetBlue Long Beach Marathon or Aquarium of the Pacific 5K Fun Run/Walk

Visit the official website at www.runlongbeach.com

3rd Annual West Coast BBQ Classic

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Mark your calendars for May 10th, 2014 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Queen Mary for the 3rd Annual West Coast BBQ Classic event.  The competition to tough…so bring your taste buds to this event.

Great Food and fun for the whole family….in Long Beach this weekend!!!!

 

One Day BBQ Showdown at the Queen Mary Long Beach

BBQ Championship Long Beach CA GrillerThis great competition is a state certified, BBQ Championship in Southern California.  Pitmasters will be competing for cash prizes.  There will be live bands and activities for the whole family to enjoy.  There will be a Watermelon eating contest and a Cobbler eating contest too.  For tickets to this event on Saturday, go to:  http://tickets.queenmary.com/itemList.aspx?d=5/10/2014&node_id=161302

  • Watermelon Contest is at 2:00 pm

 

  • Cobbler Contest is at 4:30 pm

 

Tickets to the BBQ Championship in Long Beach

  • General Admission: $10 online/$15 at the door (must have a ticekt to enter)
    Child (4-11): $5 (Children 3 and under are free)
    Parking: $12
    BBQ Tasting Tickets: $2 each/2oz (NO REFUNDS)

ALL General Admission Tickets include access to the QUEEN MARY (a $15 value).

For tickets, go to http://www.queenmary.com/bbq/

 

What is BBQ Pitmaster?

Barbacue pros that prepare awesome meats with their own secret ingredients in a taste competition to find out who is the best in the West….

Do you have what it takes to compete with your best BBQ against the pros that will be at the Queen Mary on Saturday?

 

 

Real Estate Bloggers Lists 4th of July Celebrations

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It’s that time of year again…the 4th of July.  Where do you plan to spend the 4th?  Some people spend it at home.  Others spend it at the Rose Bowl, Queen Mary or at a friend or family member’s party here in Southern California.

Long Beach California Firework Shows

Local Long Beach Realtor® and real estate blogger, Jay Valento, created a post about 11 different activities that you can enjoy in Long Beach on July 4ht 2013.  He has locations for each show on the July 3rd and 4th.  Plus, he has a map of Southern California locations so you can click on any city you are in.

 

Tempe Arizona Firework Shows

If you are in Tempe Arizona for the Fourth of July, it is a little hotter there…I understand.  You can check out Firework Events in Phoenix and Tempe.  Local Tempe real estate agent, Nick Bastian, has written a long informative article on events and how to use their light rail to travel to both big events.  The light rail system runs near Arizona State University through Tempe and other areas around Phoenix.  So, Nick has provided you with a map of how to use the rail system to get to Tempe or Phoenix on the Fourth.

View more details at Tempe & Phoenix 4th of July Fireworks article

Dragon Boat Races Saturday & Sunday at Long Beach Marine Stadium

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This traditional Chinese competition is one of the largest dragon boat races in California.  Watch the boat races from the shore at Marine Stadium and you may be able to see them from Mother’s Beach.  For more information about the Dragon Boat Races, go to Long Beach Community events.

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4 Ways to Celebrate July 4th 2009 Long Beach CA

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Four Ways to Celebrate July 4th, 2009 in Long BeachQueen Mary – they will be having live bands, a street festival and lots of fireworks around 9 pm.

The Belmont Pier located in Belmont Shores off of Ocean Blvd and Termino.  Join in the fun with a BBQ & Beer Garden, Live Music on the Pier….party down….the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier in Long Beach will be having an event this year….the cost of this event is $20….go to www.belmontpier.com for more details.

Head to the Beach around 9 pm and watch the firework shows for free.  Bring a lawn chair or beach chair and you will be able to see and hear all of the great firework shows for FREE.

Long Beach Veterans Memorial Stadium at 5000 E Lew Davis St.–Long Beach Fireman’s Memorial Association Gates open at 6pm Adults $10, Children & Seniors $7

Surfside, California is a cool place to watch Fireworks even though they are illegal in Long Beach, Seal Beach and Surfside, you can camp out on the beach and watch the shows going on up and down the coastline.

Celebrate July 4th 2009 Long Beach CA

 

  • Four Ways to Celebrate July 4th, 2009 in Long Beach–Queen Mary – they will be having live bands, a street festival and lots of fireworks around 9 pm.
  • The Belmont Pier located in Belmont Shores off of Ocean Blvd and Termino.  Join in the fun with a BBQ & Beer Garden, Live Music on the Pier….party down….the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier in Long Beach will be having an event this year….the cost of this event is $20….go to www.belmontpier.com for more details.
  • Head to the Beach around 9 pm and watch the firework shows for free.  Bring a lawn chair or beach chair and you will be able to see and hear all of the great firework shows for FREE.
  • Long Beach Veterans Memorial Stadium at 5000 E Lew Davis St.–Long Beach Fireman’s Memorial Association Gates open at 6 pm Adults $10, Children & Seniors $7

Surfside, California is a cool place to watch Fireworks even though they are illegal in Long Beach, Seal Beach and Surfside, you can camp out on the beach and watch the shows going on up and down the coastline.

4 Days Left: Cold Stone Concoction Contest at The Pike in Long Beach

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Only 4 days to go for to compete in the Cold Stone Creamery Concoction Contest
Take a few minutes out of your day to design an ice cream concoction inspired by the vibrant colors and whimsical themes of the Britto Tours America sculptures.
Date: May 29, 2009 – June 21, 2009
Times: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
http://www.thepikeatlongbeach.com/go/Poolb.cfm?MallID=993&FPURLID=2129966589
Location:  Cold Stone Creamery at The Pike

Only 4 days to go for to compete in the Cold Stone Creamery Concoction Contest

Take a few minutes out of your day to design an ice cream concoction inspired by the vibrant colors and whimsical themes of the Britto Tours America sculptures.

  • Date: May 29, 2009 – June 21, 2009
  • Times: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Location:  Cold Stone Creamery at The Pike

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