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Top 5 Things to Do in Long Beach on a Rainy Day

by Rachel Orfila

October 16, 2008

We live for weekends at the park, but when we wake up Sunday morning to the patter of rain on the roof, we head to the all-ages story time at Portfolio Coffeehouse near Retro Row on 4th and Junipero. Children sit on pillows on the stage and listen to the stories, then create a simple craft. Meanwhile, you can relax on the comfy couches nearby and enjoy a cup of coffee. Another great  Read more...

Princess for a Day

by Rachel Orfila

October 03, 2008

My daughter is the only four-year-old girl I know who doesn't want to be Snow White when she grows up. But if she did, I would sign her up for the Pre-Ballet and Character Class offered through the Long Beach Parks and Recreation department. The kids use simple props to dance and act out scenes from ballets such as Cinderella and Swan Lake . It's a great way to for your little one to  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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