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Earthquakes in Southern California

admin — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 04:41:46 +0000

Looks like there were a few earthquakes that struck Southern California right about 9:30 this evening. One was at 9:26 a magnitude 5.9 in Ocotillo, CA then a magnitude 3.9 hit just three minutes later, then a magnitude 3.6 two minutes later centered in the same location Ocotillo, CA. One minute later there was a 3.2 in Ocotillo Wells, CA and one minute after another 3.2 in Chula Vista, CA. Here is a link to the list of earthquakes in California and Nevada http://www.data.scec.org/recenteqs/Quakes/quakes0.html

Booking Signing at Cal State Long Beach

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:21:25 +0000

There will be a book signing for Flippy on a Road Trippyat Cal State Long Beach’s bookstore on campus and at their store on 2nd St. Learn more by visiting http://www.eguide.longbeachthingstodo.com.

Daughtry at Nokia Theatre

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:59:46 +0000

Daughtry will be performing at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on Monday, May 3. Concert starts at 7:30 with the door opening at 6:30. There will be a special guest performance by Lifehouse and Cavo. Purchase tickets here for Daughtry Nokia Theatre LA Live.

Long Beach Grand Prix Friday Info

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:36:52 +0000

Going to the Grand Prix on Friday is a fun experience. You can walk freely around the track and through the Lifestyle Expo because usually there are less people than on Saturday and definitely on Sunday. If you go into the pits the drivers are usually more willing to sign autographs and talk because they have not yet gotten into “race mode” yet. A fun thing to do is watch the Pro/Celebrity practice and if you get over by their pit area early enough you can get some autographs and pictures with the celebrities. Here is a list of all the Pro/Celebrity drivers:

Chris Ashworth North Hollywood Toyota – Vice President
Jamie Bestwick BMX Rider
Adrien Brody Actor
Adam Carolla Comedian and Writer
Tanner Foust TV Host, Pro Racer and Stunt Driver
Brian Austin Green Actor, Director and Producer
Tony Hawk Action-Sports Athlete
Zachary Levi Actor
Jesse McCartney Singer, Songwriter and Actor
Steve Millen Racing Champion
Marty Nothstein Drag Race Driver and Former Champion Cyclist
Dave Pasant Retired Insurance Executive
Megyn Price Actress
Keanu Reeves Actor
Christian Slater Actor
Tika Sumpter Actress
Jimmy Vasser 1996 IndyCar World Series Champion
Patrick Warburton Television and Film Actor
Jerry Westlund Charity Auction Winner

Here is a hour by hour event schedule for Friday:

7:00 a.m. Gates Open
7:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. ALMS Practice
8:00 a.m. Lifestyle Expo Opens
9:35 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Team Drifting Demonstration
10:00 a.m. Arena Jamm
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. IndyCar Practice
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Toyota Pro/Celebrity Practice
12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Firestone Indy Lights Practice
2:25 p.m. – 3:25 p.m. IndyCar Practice
3:40 p.m. – 4:10 p.m. Toyota Pro/Celebrity Qualifying
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. IndyCar All-Driver Autograph Session (IndyCar Paddock)
4:20 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. World Challenge Practice
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. ALMS Qualifying
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tecate Light Fiesta Friday Concert Featuring Molotov and Maldita Vecindad
7:00 p.m. Toyota Grand Prix Charity Ball at Westin Long Beach
8:30 p.m. – Lucha Va Voom Show, Grand Ballroom, LB Convention Center (separate admission)

Friday is a fun day and is a great way to place hookie from. Have a great time and if you need a ticket visit Long Beach Grand Prix Tickets.

Long Beach Grand Prix Thursday Event Info

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:11:09 +0000

So do you have anything planned for Thursday night? You do now Tecate Thursday Thunder on Pine Ave starts at 6pm and features all kinds of great events.

6:30 – 10:00 p.m. DJ, driver autographs/interviews

6:45 p.m. Pit Stop Competition Round One

7:05 p.m. Motocross Freestyle Show

7:15 p.m. Roller Derby Exhibition

7:30 p.m. Motorcycle Dare-devil stunts

7:45 p.m. Pit Stop Competition Round Two

8:05 p.m. Motocross Freestyle Show

8:30 p.m. Motorcycle Dare-devil stunts

9:00 p.m. Tecate Miss Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach Pageant

All the events are free and will take place on Pine Ave between Ocean and 3rd Street. Browse some of the Pine Ave restaurants before you go. Have a great time and I have heard that Danica Patrick will be hanging out down there.

Dodgers Opening Day Tomorrow

admin — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 05:04:25 +0000

The Los Angeles Dodgers start their first homestand of the year tomorrow against the Arizona Diamondbacks. With a big question about their pitching staff and some tough road loses.

Clayton Kershaw takes the mound for the Dodgers vs a good young pitcher for Arizona in Ian Kennedy. On a side note Ian Kennedy is a local guy who grew up in the Southern California area and then attended University of Southern California (USC), so we will root for him except in this case because he is pitching against the Dodgers. The hope for LA is Kershaw will be able to pitch into the 6 or 7 inning and give the bullpen some much needed rest. The D-Backs do not have the most potent offense, however they did put up 13 runs on Sunday in the fourth inning and have young players like Justin Upton and Stephen Drew that pose a threat.

What will Joe do with the offensive line-up tomorrow? Ronnie Belliard is tearing the cover off the ball and Casey Blake is also off to a pretty hot start, should Belliard move to second base ahead of Blake DeWitt. Since Ian Kennedy is a righty it would make since to start Blake who bats left handed, so what will Joe do to increase the offensive output.

Reports are Either’s ankle is feeling better which means he will get the start in right field tomorrow, giving Garrett Anderson and Reed Johnson their places back on the bench. High Fives go out to both who filled in admirably for Either and Ramirez. Looks like so far Ned has done a good job with those pick-ups.

Good luck to the Boys in Blue and if you need tickets for the homestand take a look here. Los Angeles Dodgers Tickets at Dodger Stadium

Formula DRIFT in Long Beach April 9-10

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 22:08:30 +0000

Formula Drift will be racing on the streets of Long Beach on Friday and Saturday, April 9 and 10, 2010. Champion Chris Forsberg will be back to defend his title against all competitors including 2-time champions Tanner Foust and Samuel Hubinette along with Vaughn Gittin Jr., Ryan Tuerck, Tyler McQuarrie, Rhys Millen, and the rest of the talented pool of drivers.

To purchase tickets to the event click on this link Formula Drift Tickets at Long Beach Arena

Have a great time watching the guys slip and slide around the track!

Men’s Pac-10 Tournament at Staples Center

Aaron — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:52:01 +0000

The Pac-10 tournament comes to the Staples Center March 10th through 13th and with it comes 4 days of intense rivalry and special offers! Purchase your tickets to the tournament and show them at L.A. LIVE restaurants to receive exclusive discounts. While you’re at L.A. Live don’t miss the Pep Rally on Nokia Plaza, Friday, March 12th from 1PM to 4PM featuring the bands and cheerleaders from the four semi-final teams plus exciting basketball contests.

Purchase tickets for all the games HERE.

NIXON IN CHINA at Long Beach Terrace Theater

Aaron — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 04:30:06 +0000

Composer: John Adams Libretto: Alice Goodman

John Adams’ gripping, modern masterpiece transports audiences back to Beijing for the historic meeting of Nixon and Mao inside the heart of the tiger. On March 20th and March 28th, 2010, at the Terrace Theater in Long Beach, California, Long Beach Opera will present Nixon in China, America’s landmark opera by Pulitzer Prize and Grammy-winning composer, John Adams. In 1971, a game of ping pong brought China and America to opposite sides of a 9 foot table, but it wasn’t until after President Nixon and Chairman Mao Tse-Tung shook hands in 1972 that the gates of China opened to the modern world. John Adams describes Nixon in China as “part epic, part satire, part a parody of political posturing, and part serious examination of historical, philosophical, and even gender issues.” Through its dramatic music, striking choruses, colorful ballet, and brilliant lyrics, Nixon in China explores the inner thoughts of those who were there – Nixon, Kissinger, Mao Tse Tung, Chou En-Lai, Pat Nixon, and Madame Mao – emotions clash, and the intricate game of ping pong diplomacy is played once again.

Purchase tickets fo Nixon in China at Long Beach Terrace Theater

World Rare Disease Day

Aaron — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:33:34 +0000

February 28th 2010
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Rare Items ~ Rare Deals ~ Rare Disease Day
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The Hide & Seek Boutique invites you to join us this
Sunday February 28th 2010
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
to celebrate
World Rare Disease Day
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~ This will be a unique Courtyard Sale filled with ~
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Close-out Specials for $5.00 out the door,
Unique Art at Blow-out Prices
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our usual mix of eclectic home decor!
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Please join us in celebrating and donating to help those who
live life with a rare disease.
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The mission of Hide & Seek Boutique is to….
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Teach as many people as possible of the existence of Lysosomal Disease
Create a constituency of philanthropic friends out of our community while reducing,
reusing and recycling their donated items
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Fund life-saving Lysosomal Disease Research
Change the lives of those suffering with Lysosomal Disease today
Prevent anyone else suffering from Lysosomal Disease tomorrow….
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Please help us reach our goal. Get Involved: Raise funds, generate awareness and stay
informed at www.hideandseek.org