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Long Beach Public Library Debuts STEAM Programming
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Long Beach Public Library Debuts STEAM Programming

City News ServiceOctober 6, 2021

The Long Beach Public Library announced today “CurioCity: STEAM and Beyond!,” a free in-person series of programs for youth ages 12 and up interested in science, technology, engineering, arts and math.
 

“Long Beach is a hub of technology and innovation,” Mayor Robert Garcia said in a statement. “We are excited that the library is offering this type of unique programming designed to engage our community and especially our youth in these subjects.”

L.A., Long Beach Mayors Sign off on Respective Port Goals
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L.A., Long Beach Mayors Sign off on Respective Port Goals

City News ServiceJune 15, 2017

The declaration set the goal of the transition to zero emissions in their Clean Air Action Plan, and affirmed that it will include new investments in clean technology, reducing emissions from ships using the ports, and a zero emissions drayage truck pilot program.

Black, Brown, Muslim, Christian and LGBTQ Unite in Prayer
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Black, Brown, Muslim, Christian and LGBTQ Unite in Prayer

Sentinel News ServiceJune 23, 2016

  Leaders gather after Orlando shooting; denounce hate, racism and homophobia On the heels of one of the most horrific mass shooting in American history, a group of political and religious leaders joined hands on June 19 to send a message of unity and prayer. Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson organized the special service in collaboration with Bishop W. Todd Ervin Sr. of Church One in North Long Beach. Members of the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning), Muslim, African American, Latino and other communities gathered to pray for the Orlando victims and all victims of gun violence. They also