Theater review: Long Beach Landmark’s musical ‘Bright Star’ sings with emotion
It’s a musical written by Steve Martin (yes, that Steve Martin) and Edie Brickell. And it will pluck your heart strings.

Things to do in Long Beach this weekend — including a Taste of Downtown and an ’80s party
Lots of food and fun this weekend in Long Beach.
6 weeks of free concerts: Long Beach Municipal Band kicks off 2025 with Crystal Lewis collaboration
The Municipal Band is back for its 116th season starting June 24, when Grammy-nominated singer will join them on stage.
A new farmers market is launching at 4th and Cherry this Thursday
The head chef at Heritage restaurant, the owner of Alder & Sage and a longtime farmers market operator are focusing on bringing fresh, local produce to chefs and other shoppers — including those who need help affording it.
A mini-Dark Harbor is coming to the Queen Mary on Friday the 13th
For one night only, the beloved Halloween event will set up one of its mazes aboard the ship.

40 years on, family-owned Phnom Penh Noodle Shack keeps celebrating Cambodian food and culture
The neighborhood institution is offering a discount for customers during Cambodian Restaurant Week that runs through May 25.

Theater News: The Carpenter Center has a special guest for its 30th birthday: Richard Carpenter
Richard Carpenter, who went on to international success with his sister Karen in their namesake band, will be part of a special performance Saturday with Broadway star Renée Elise Goldsberry.

