Long Beach City Council outreaches for more participation
The City of Long Beach is inviting residents, community-based organizations and local business owners to share feedback on how to increase participation in Long Beach City Council meetings and make meetings more accessible to the whole community.
The City is seeking input to better understand how people currently participate in City Council meetings and identify barriers that may prevent community members from engaging.
The survey is available online in English, Spanish, Khmer and Tagalog, and will remain open through Friday, March 20. Those with limited access to a computer or smart phone may also visit a public computer lab available at any open Long Beach Public Library location to access the survey.
Community members may also complete the survey in person at upcoming City Commission and City Council meetings at City Hall, where printed copies will be available through the City Clerk’s Office.
Survey results will be presented to the Citizens Advisory Commission on Disabilities (CACoD) after the survey closes, consistent with the City Council’s direction. CACoD will use this feedback to inform further proposed changes to the City Council order of business, which will be presented to City Council in mid 2026.
Hermosa Beach to elect mayor and mayor pro tem
The City Council of Hermosa Beach will hold a special presentation for the election of the next Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 24 in their Council Chambers, 1315 Valley Drive.
Guests are invited to a reception at Hook & Plow (425 Pier Ave) following the presentation.
RSVP is requested, but entry is free. Kindly RSVP to anny@hermosabeach.gov.
San Gabriel offers up free CERT Training
The City of San Gabriel Fire Department’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training returns this spring.
This comprehensive, three-day program provides residents with the essential skills needed to respond confidently and effectively during emergencies before first responders arrive.
Over three days, participants will learn life-saving techniques, including:
- Disaster preparedness and management
- Medical operations, triage, and first aid
- Search and rescue procedures
- Fire safety and prevention
Course Schedule:
- Friday, March 6: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 7: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, March 8: 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Spots are limited! Register by March 5 by emailing cert@sangabriel.gov or calling (626) 308-2880. Don’t wait—be prepared, save lives, and strengthen your community!
Agoura Hills welcomes back LadyFace Mountail Film Festival
The City of Agoura Hills is welcoming back the Ladyface Mountain Documentary Film Festival, bringing together community, nature, and bold storytelling in the scenic hills of Agoura.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Ladyface Mountain, the festival offers something rare: a documentary experience that’s entertaining, cinematic, and accessible to a wide audience – not your typical doc fest. The carefully curated program features true stories from around the world, chosen by a jury of industry veterans, local leaders, and documentary experts. These films are full of heart, humor, and humanity – crafted to spark conversation, connection, and reflection.
Ladyface believes in the power of real stories to bring people together. Whether you’re a documentary enthusiast or simply love a great film, you’re invited to join a growing community that celebrates truth, creativity, and the world we share.
The film festival is slated from Feb. 26 – March 1 at Cinépolis Westlake Village, 180 Promenade Way, in Thousand Oaks, which also covers Agoura Hills. For a schedule of events, click here. For tickets, click here.
West Hollywood ramps up for WeHo Pride 2026
The City of West Hollywood has opened the application portals for its WeHo Pride 2026 celebration in June.
The WeHo Pride Street Fair will celebrate Pride through diverse participation from LGBTQ+ community groups and allied organizations to support visibility and expression. The Street Fair is free and will feature a vibrant variety of exhibitors along Santa Monica Boulevard. There will be live entertainment and performances on a community stage, highlighting the LGBTQ+ community.
The Street Fair is open to everyone and is a great opportunity to participate in WeHo Pride’s LGBTQ+ community experience. WeHo Pride Street Fair applications are currently open for vendors, artists, performers, and more. The Street Fair promises to be bigger and better than ever before. With a wide range of activities and options, there is sure to be something for everyone.
Organizations interested in applying to participate as an Exhibitor at the WeHo Pride Street Fair can apply here, no later than April 15, 2026. Food and beverage vendors interested in participating in the event can contact vendor@dlsevents.com for more information.
There are a variety of ways for brands to sponsor WeHo Pride, as well. From traditional activation spaces (Street Fair visibility and Parade entries) to inclusion at one of the most diverse music events nationally, as well as creative customized opportunities, there are multiple outlets for brand visibility! Organizations interested in becoming a WeHo Pride sponsor can reach out to sponsorship@jj-la.com.
WeHo Pride Weekend will take place on Friday, June 5, Saturday, June 6, 2026; and Sunday, June 7, in and around West Hollywood Park, located at 647 N. San Vicente Boulevard.
