Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Long Beach, CA

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The Halloween Scene in Long Beach

October 28, 2008

Our family is moving across town on November 2 nd , so this Halloween will be goodbye to a neighborhood we have grown to love. Our Bluff Heights neighbors go all-out decorating their houses with gauzy spider webs and creepy skeletons, and without venturing more than a few blocks in either direction, my daughter can fill her bag to the brim with Tootsie Rolls and gummy bears. I know not all  Read more...

Long Beach Halloween Happenings

October 23, 2008

Maybe it's just me, but I find it hard to get in the proper Halloween spirit when it's 90 degrees outside. I have yet to put together a costume or stock up on Reese's cups. Bella, on the other hand, has been talking up Pa's Pumpkin Patch since July. Besides the customary pumpkin photo ops, she loves the miniature train and pony rides. Bring cash. Lots of cash. For a slightly more authentic  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in long beach

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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