5 Things Ahead This Week In Long Beach

LONG BEACH, CA — A brand new month has started, making way for May's warmer weather and many more beach days in Long Beach.

The week ahead is a busy one for Long Beach residents, here are five things to look out for:

1. This week, the city launched a bike-share program that will provide memberships to eligible applicants for an annual fee of $5. The program is open to individuals who are 18 years or older who live, work or attend school in Long Beach and have proof of low-income status. Mayor Rex Richardson said this program will help promote the city's goals of providing more sustainable transport. To apply for the program and for more information visit the city's website.
2. At this week's City Council meeting, council members will hear a report on environmental, public health, social, fiscal and economic impacts on the city from sewage spills. Recently, there were two spills into the ocean in Long Beach in less than two months. The Climate, Environment, and Coastal Protection Committee will provide a progress report to help inform ways to eliminate sewage from entering Long Beach's waterways and ocean.
3. George's Greek Cafe in Belmont Shore will serve guests a five-course dinner and wine pairing for $80 per person. Winemaker Kostas Thymiatis will guide guests through the dining experience. Reservations are available and can be made by calling 562-433-1755, emailing ggcbelmont@gmail.com or through their website.
4. For those who like to support local farmers and enjoy fresh produce, this week's farmer's markets are on Tuesday at Bixby Park, Wednesday at Marine Stadium, Thursday in Bixby Knolls, Friday in Downtown Long Beach, Saturday at Bixby Park and Sunday at the Long Beach Marina. For more information, visit the Long Beach Fresh website.
5. Hotel stays at the Historic RMS Queen Mary start on May 12 after years of refurbishments and the COVID-19 pandemic closed the ship's lodging services. Guided tours of the ship reopened at the beginning of April and the city predicted that the ship should be ready to fully reopen this summer. Hotel reservations range from about $160 per night for a variety of different rooms to $419 a night for a suite. To book a stay on the Long Beach legend, visit the Queen Mary's website.

Have a good week Long Beach!