Traffic/Safety Issues in Bluff Heights
by Donna Sievers
Are you one of the many parents, bike riders, dog walkers, or residents who are concerned about traffic issues in our neighborhood?
If so, the Board of the Bluff Heights Neighborhood Association needs your assistance.
Last year, several Board members met with the principal of Horace Mann, Long Beach police officers, Aliah Khan from Cindy Allen’s District 2 Office, and local residents to discuss what can be done to slow traffic in our neighborhood and around Horace Mann Elementary. At that time, Aliah Khan and I communicated with Joy Contreras, the City of Long Beach’s Community Relations Officer. It was our understanding that the city agreed to analyze the needs in Bluff Heights and promised to repaint missing or faded crosswalks before school started again in September 2022. Unfortunately, that has not yet happened.
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Let’s Drink! Inside the Vision of Buvons Wine Bar and Shop
Inspired by shops in Paris where visitors can purchase wine to take away or drink on-site, Alicia Kemper had long dreamed of creating a space that focuses on wine and community. In 2021, she made that dream a reality when she opened Buvons (pronounced “boo-VOHN,” meaning “let’s drink” in French) Wine Bar and Shop in Long Beach’s Zaferia neighborhood.
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Walk to School Week:
March 20-24, 2023
Mark your calendars and join the walkers to Horace Mann Elementary School on March 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24.
You might ask, “WHY should we walk our kids to school?” Or, you might say, “It’s too far.” Or “I’m too busy…too tired…too rushed.”
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Bluff Heights Geography with Young Children
In thinking about how very young children can understand the concept of geography and, in turn, neighborhoods, especially one as beautiful as Bluff Heights, I discovered that there are simple ways to accomplish this with children from ages 3-5.
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The Birth of the Wonderful Historic Bluff Heights District
The Bluff Heights Historic Landmark District is a residential area that includes homes generally situated east of Junipero Avenue, west of Redondo Avenue, south of 4th Street, and north of Broadway. It became an official Historic Landmark District on July 13, 2004, by action and ordinance of the Long Beach City Council.
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Each month we will publish a photograph from our neighborhood. The photo above was taken by Rick Schank of something we don't see too often; a street rainbow caused by an oil film thinned by rain water. If you have photos that highlight the beauty and uniqueness of our neighborhood, please send them to info@bluffheights.org |
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Free Local Shuttle (Micro-Transit Program)
For free on-demand rides to and from anywhere within each service area simply download the Ride Circuit mobile app via App Store or Google Play or visit ridecircuit.com for more information. The 5-passenger shuttles are 100% electric.
ADA-accessible shuttles are available upon request through the mobile app. These shuttles can accommodate one person in a wheelchair and three additional passengers.
Hours of Operation:
Thursday 4:00 PM-10:00 PM
Friday 4:00 PM-10:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM-10:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM-6:00 PM
*Christmas Day and New Year's Day: CLOSED
Service Area 1: Downtown-Alamitos Beach
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Backyard Bounty
The second Sunday of the month is Backyard Bounty day in Bluff Heights. Share the bounty from your backyard by placing it in front of your house. Take a walk through the neighborhood, get a little exercise, and enjoy the bounty. Find the label HERE
Sunday, March 12, starting at 9:00 AM
Royal Tea at the Bembridge House
More details are coming soon. The Bembridge House is located at 953 N Park Circle Drive, Long Beach CA 90813 in the Willmore City/Drake Park Historic District.
Sunday, April 2
Art Deco by the Sea
Join the Bluff Heights Neighborhood Association for an Art Deco Architectural Tour of
Long Beach on Saturday, April 29 and Saturday, May 6 at 2-4PM
Find more details coming soon.
LB Architecture Week
Long Beach Architecture Week is a series of tours, events, and educational opportunities that celebrate architecture and promote preservation, sustainability, and new developments. Participants can expect both experiential events and learning opportunities geared toward both architecture and Long Beach enthusiasts.
Wednesday, May 31 – Friday, June 2
Fresh Produce at Local Farmers Markets
Farmers Markets and farm stands are great places to browse, sample, and buy fresh produce and handmade products. Visit the market at Bixby Park (130 Cherry Avenue) every Tuesday starting at 3:00 PM and every Saturday starting at 9:00 AM
Saving Water Is the Long Beach Way
As we face unprecedented drought across California, we all need to do our part to conserve water. HERE is a flyer from the Long Beach Water Department outlining the new rules. Find more information on water conservation HERE.
Is it Time to Trim your Waste-Line?
It's really simple to trim your "Waste-Line!" All you need to do is collect your e-waste, hazardous waste, and/or old tire waste and bring it to one of three local collection centers under the conditions set by the City of Long Beach on this flyer.
You will feel much lighter now that you took care of those extra notches on your Waste-Line! Doesn't being a loser feel good?
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STAY INFORMED ON CITY AND DISTRICT NEWS
District 2 - Councilwoman Cindy Allen
(562) 570-2222
LBPD Blotter
On March 17 2022, the Long Beach Police Department debuted a new tool for the Long Beach community to access information about police activity and investigations.
To view this new community resource, and other Police Department information, please visit the LBPD Homepage and LBPD News.
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PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES,
ESPECIALLY OUR SPONSORS
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GOLD SPONSOR
Jeff Anderson
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Anderson Real Estate Group
Keller Williams Pacific Estates
2883 E Spring Street STE #100, Long Beach, CA 90806
Toll Free: 800 784 2616
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SILVER SPONSORS
Mikle W. Norton
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Kohr Group Realty
5222 E Los Altos Plaza, Long Beach, Ca 90815
Email: Mike@mikenorton.com
Cell 562-577-5021
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Ms. Theresa Marino
aka
Theresa on 3rd
Neighborhood Advocate & A Neighbor Who Cares
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Click HERE to inquire about showing support in our newsletter.
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The Bicycle Stand
Cats & Dogs Animal Hospital
Dr. James Dohn
Flamin Curry
Gallagher's Pub and Grill
Granny's Donuts
Hot Java
Hug Life Ice Cream
La Parolaccia Osteria
Nice Alterations and Tailoring
Park Pantry
TC Raw Eats
Tru Nature Juice Bar
Syndicate Barber Shop
The Wine Crush
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YES, I'M A SUPPORTER!
The Bluff Heights Neighborhood and Historic District is a great place to live. Your $10 of support will go a long way toward making your neighborhood even better through our communication outlets, community events, and critical activities!
THANK YOU to all the neighbors who have already donated!
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DO YOU KNOW A LONG BEACH LEGEND OR A BUSINESS WE SHOULD FEATURE?
SEND US STORY IDEAS!
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