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Small-biz enthusiast Marina Hernández explores unique ways to shop local in the 908! Enjoy these couple-themed gift ideas for brides and...

SKIP AND SCORE! Mother’s Day!

By Marina Hernández SKIP ...the the 1-800 corner flower shop AND SCORE WITH: HOMESPUN LB Score… a porch glow-up by HomeSpun. Long Beach...

SKIP AND SCORE! TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK GIFT IDEAS

By Marina Hernández SKIP...the Big Box store’s generic mug collection. AND SCORE WITH: MISS PRISS CUPCAKES Score… a 4-pack of cupcakes...

SKIP AND SCORE! Shop Small This Easter!

By Marina Hernández SKIP...the smokehouse barbeque chain restaurant. AND SCORE WITH: NAPLES RIB COMPANY Score…a delicious family...

FLOWERS BY MELIS - YOUR LOCAL FLORIST FOR EVERY OCCASION!

As your local Long Beach florist, Flowers by Melis will bring a touch of nature's beauty to your special occasion. Elevate your moments...

YOUR RIGHT TO PARTY

Toxic Toast is said to have the 'most niche record offering in quite possibly the county including Japanese imports brought back by the...

SHOP SMALL AT DAINTY DISCO

An adorable gift shop that is the perfect place to buy something for a friend or yourself. Their most popular items include statement...

TIMELESS CLASSICS

Once Read Books boasts an impressive collection of 65,000 used books ranging from rare, signed classics to more popular hardbacks. Find a...

TIME FOR DINNER AT MA N' PA GROCERY

This is MORE than your neighborhood grocery store (though it is an amazing one!) It is also your place for take-home dinner. They have...

Family Floors

Free In-Home Estimates 6 days a week! If new floors are in your summer plans, call Family Floors to schedule an estimate 562-508-4758!...

Bellflower Smog 3

For a quick and convenient smog check, head to Bellflower Smog 3! 2601 Clark Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90815 | 562-496-3848 | ...

URBAN AMERICANA

By Kathleen Mest Photos by Alexiz Gomez Looking for a vintage, mid-century modern aesthetic? This large warehouse may have exactly what...

“DITCH THE ITCH” WITH NATURAL MOSQUITO REPELLANT

Local Biz Update: Looking for an all-natural mosquito repellent that’s both effective and eco-friendly? Meet Loren and Eric Reynoso the...

BELMONT SHORE

By John Grossi THE PERFECT PLACE TO MEET! Belmont Shore is the perfect place to meet with your friends, family, dates and colleagues....

LONG BEACH CLOTHING CO.

By John Grossi LONG BEACH CLOTHING CO. CELEBRATING ITS 20th YEAR ANNIVERSARY Long Beach Clothing Co., the original Long Beach branded...

RETAIL THAT REFLECTS CULTURE

By Kathleen Mest | Photos by Alexiz Gomez As a Filipino immigrant myself, my parents wanted their children to assimilate to our new home...

Why shopping small & local matters most this time of year: Meet The Wellest!

By John Grossi As the holidays inch closer, gift lists grow longer, and wallets get tighter, it’s easy to think that saving a buck or two...

TENNI-Moc's Sixtieth Anniversary Showcases Why We Should Shop Small for Shoes

By John Grossi Tenni-Moc’s Shoe Store is, in my opinion, both a place to go and a person to see in Long Beach. “A shoe store?” you might...

Long Beach Woodwinds Will Brighten Your Tune!

By Kathleen Mest Dozens of saxophones, flutes, clarinets, and trumpets line the walls in Long Beach Woodwinds and we are probably...

Shop Pretty + Chloe

By Kathleen Mest This cute boutique shop specializes in local handmade gifts, trendy fashion at affordable prices, and excellent customer...

The Picket Fence- A Charming Boutique

By Kathleen Mest “I need teacups for a tea party and I knew I would find them here!” I overheard a customer saying in the shop. And she...

The Place to Buy Wine Barrels in Signal Hill or Long Beach

By John Grossi If you drink wine long enough... sure enough you get a barrel guy, lol. Meet Kevin Beasley, owner of California Wine...

July 2022 Subscription Box Reveal!

By John Grossi 🥁🥁 🥁Time for the July “Life is Great in the 908” Subscription Box reveal!! Once again we were able to support and learn...