This weekend in Long Beach, CA

Choose your challenge with 5k, 10k, 15k, and half marathon options on a scenic course. Participants receive complimentary race photos and goodie bags, and official results will be posted. The event welcomes walkers and is family friendly. Group discounts are available.

Neighbors come together for a recurring weed pull and native plantings at the Red Car Greenbelt in Belmont Heights. This hands-on effort focuses on clearing unwanted growth and basic cleanup to keep the area welcoming for walkers, bikers, and local wildlife. Participants are encouraged to bring their own gardening gloves, and extra pairs to share are appreciated. No special tools or experience are needed. RSVP is optional and helps estimate attendance.

Enjoy a relaxed community meet-up at CoffeeDrunk where trainer Carley provides free professional dog training advice. Ask about puppies, leash pulling, basic obedience, behavior issues, and real-life training tips while enjoying coffee. Specials include a free pup cup with a coffee purchase and 10% off private training when booked at the event. Hosted by Go Fetch, which offers daycare, grooming, training, boarding, and walking.

This free beginner genealogy class introduces the core skills needed to start exploring family history. Hosted by Questing Heirs Genealogical Society at St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, it covers how to build a family tree, where to locate records online, which genealogy websites and resources are most useful, strategies for researching military records, and ways to make the most of FamilySearch and other free tools. The program features three concise presentations from experienced genealogists, followed by hands-on support from volunteers who can answer questions and help participants take their first steps. Refreshments will be available. Door prizes will be offered, including an AncestryDNA kit and other genealogy-related items. Admission is free. Reservations are encouraged, and walk-ins are welcome.

The UMSCC Intuitive Arts Fair features practitioners offering brief, one-on-one sessions in different modalities that provide guidance and support spiritual healing. Each session lasts about 15 minutes and costs $20, payable in cash. A sound bath led by Carrie and Graham is also part of the event, with a suggested donation of $20, and everyone is welcome regardless of ability to pay.

This adoption fair at the rescue facility offers a friendly setting to meet dogs ready to be placed in loving homes. Attendees can spend time with adoptable pups, speak with the rescue team, and get details on how the adoption process works. It suits those actively seeking to adopt as well as visitors who want to show support. Expect plenty of pugs to meet and dote on. For the safety of the rescue dogs and personal pets, please leave dogs at home. An RSVP link will be provided soon.

Two Western Conference foes meet when the Colorado Rapids travel to face the LA Galaxy in a late-season MLS clash at Dignity Health Sports Park. With both sides battling for position, the matchup highlights how each team manages pressure and chases momentum in the closing stretch of the campaign.

Zeppelin Revisited brings the sound and spirit of Led Zeppelin to Gaslamp Long Beach, joined by Start Me Up with a tribute to the Rolling Stones. The night pairs live music with dining for a complete night out. Tickets provide entry only, and table seating requires a separate dinner or bottle service reservation.

Black and brown belts from across Southern California and visiting practitioners are invited to a focused Shotokan training session at the Csulb Shotokan Karate Club. This session is led by Yodan Darren Pike. Training centers on kata, kihon, and kumite drills highlighted on the monthly training calendar, with special attention to the kata of the month, Gankaku. Leadership rotates among Southern California godans and yodans. Fees are $10 for brown belts and $15 for black belts, with all proceeds benefiting the Shotokan Ohshima Dojo maintenance fund. Campus parking requires a paid permit, available through ParkMobile or at on-campus pay stations that use license plate recognition, and free curbside options can be found on nearby streets. Health guidelines recommend vaccination, masks are optional, and anyone with symptoms or recent exposure should refrain from attending. An optional lunch is planned after practice. For more information, contact Daniel McSween at 626-318-3490 or dgmcyodan@aol.com, or Trung Pham at 714-454-2072 or shotokanemptyhand@yahoo.com.

Take part in a hands-on class focused on Halloween decor and make a festive banner suitable for all ages. Most components will be pre-cut to streamline the crafting process. Attendees are encouraged to bring a basic tool kit if they have one, and shared tools will be available. A typical kit includes scissors, a scoring tool, glue, and foam dots that are not water based, and Aleens is acceptable.

This beginner-friendly tai chi class in Long Beach focuses on gentle, meditative movement to reduce stress, clear the mind, and restore energy. Offered by Sierra Holistic Collective, a nonprofit that has supported the community for more than a decade, the session features Yang style practice with thoughtful modifications that encourage balance and help prevent falls. Classes meet on grass overlooking the water at Marine Stadium, creating a calm setting for learning. No yoga mat is needed, and there is free parking. If it rains, class is canceled. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and to drink water after class. Friends and family are welcome. Learning progresses step by step, and it is normal to need time to get comfortable with the movements. Anyone with medical conditions, injuries, or who is pregnant should consult a healthcare professional before attending. Instruction is free, and optional donations support the program. An online step-by-step course for beginners is available to complement the in-person experience.