Usually, holiday promos start coming my way around Thanksgiving, but
lately more and more Long Beach businesses have been filling my in-box
with Halloween-themed events to attract customers. Here are some interesting events happening around town:
The latest one comes from the Bellflower Chamber of Commerce, which is sponsoring a Halloween Trick or Treat in Downtown Bellflower on Oct. 30. The event will run from 4 to 6 p.m. on Bellflower Boulevard between Flower and Oak Streets. Children will be able to go door-to-door to collect candy from local businesses on Bellflower Boulevard, and there will be games and activities set up in Friendship Square. For more information, call (562) 867-1744.
(Also, if you have time, swing by the Lakewood Sheriff's Station from 4 to 10 p.m. and experience the Haunted Jail. Costume characters will be on hand highlighting an evening of fun, food and games. For more information, call (562) 623-3500.)
Here are activities in Long Beach:
RETRO ROW
Merchants along 4th Street's Retro Row are planning zombie-themed offerings on Oct. 30 starting at 4 p.m.
At Lil Devils Boutique on 2218 E. 4th St., folks from Alive Theatre will host a complimentary Kiddie Zombie Makeup Clinic from 4 to 10:30 p.m.
At 10 p.m., the "undead" will convene at Portfolio Coffeehouse for the 10:30 p.m. 4th Street Zombie Walk.
The evening will end with a midnight showing of George A. Romero's original classic "Night of the Living Dead at the historic Art Theatre.
Also, Portfolio Coffeehouse at 2300 E. 4th St., Art du Vin at 2025 E. 4th St., Lola's at 2030 E. 4th St. and other merchants along 4th will offer zombie-themed drinks and Halloween surprises.
DOWNTOWN
The Downtown Long Beach Associates will sponsor a Frightening Free Halloween Festival from 8 p.m. to midnight on Oct. 31 at Pine Avenue and Broadway.
There will also be food and drink specials from nearby eateries, music by DJ Groovy Lu, a "hair-raising comedy showcase" by the Laugh Factory and a costume contest for Best Superhero, Best Villain, Best Female Overall, Best Male Overall and Most Outrageous. More than $1,000 in prizes will be offered.
NAPLES
Fancy something more romantic? Michael's On Naples will host its inaugural "Yelloween," an evening dedicated to Veuve Clicquot on Oct. 31. (François Clicquot, whose father started the label in 1772, left his widow in control of the company that eventually focused solely on producing fine champagne.)
A '30s French theme will be carried through the restaurant with items furnished by the house of Veuve Clicquot. The rooftop deck will feature jazz guitarist Bruce Baldwin.
"We're delighted to announce our inaugural Yelloween - Michael's on Naples version of Halloween filled with fine food, live music, seasonal cocktails and, most notably, a nod to the widow Clicquot," said the restaurant's General Manager Massimo Aronne. "Whether you come in street clothes or are dressed up for the occasion, we welcome the public to our celebration."
The special 3-course dinner prepared by Executive Chef David Coleman is $40.
Guests may order Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV for $12 by the flute, $60 by the bottle. Autumn-themed martinis (e.g., orange chocolate, cider, pumpkin and spice apple) will be served for $10. Call (562) 439-7080 to RSVP.
The latest one comes from the Bellflower Chamber of Commerce, which is sponsoring a Halloween Trick or Treat in Downtown Bellflower on Oct. 30. The event will run from 4 to 6 p.m. on Bellflower Boulevard between Flower and Oak Streets. Children will be able to go door-to-door to collect candy from local businesses on Bellflower Boulevard, and there will be games and activities set up in Friendship Square. For more information, call (562) 867-1744.
(Also, if you have time, swing by the Lakewood Sheriff's Station from 4 to 10 p.m. and experience the Haunted Jail. Costume characters will be on hand highlighting an evening of fun, food and games. For more information, call (562) 623-3500.)
Here are activities in Long Beach:
RETRO ROW
Merchants along 4th Street's Retro Row are planning zombie-themed offerings on Oct. 30 starting at 4 p.m.
At Lil Devils Boutique on 2218 E. 4th St., folks from Alive Theatre will host a complimentary Kiddie Zombie Makeup Clinic from 4 to 10:30 p.m.
At 10 p.m., the "undead" will convene at Portfolio Coffeehouse for the 10:30 p.m. 4th Street Zombie Walk.
The evening will end with a midnight showing of George A. Romero's original classic "Night of the Living Dead at the historic Art Theatre.
Also, Portfolio Coffeehouse at 2300 E. 4th St., Art du Vin at 2025 E. 4th St., Lola's at 2030 E. 4th St. and other merchants along 4th will offer zombie-themed drinks and Halloween surprises.
DOWNTOWN
The Downtown Long Beach Associates will sponsor a Frightening Free Halloween Festival from 8 p.m. to midnight on Oct. 31 at Pine Avenue and Broadway.
There will also be food and drink specials from nearby eateries, music by DJ Groovy Lu, a "hair-raising comedy showcase" by the Laugh Factory and a costume contest for Best Superhero, Best Villain, Best Female Overall, Best Male Overall and Most Outrageous. More than $1,000 in prizes will be offered.
NAPLES
Fancy something more romantic? Michael's On Naples will host its inaugural "Yelloween," an evening dedicated to Veuve Clicquot on Oct. 31. (François Clicquot, whose father started the label in 1772, left his widow in control of the company that eventually focused solely on producing fine champagne.)
A '30s French theme will be carried through the restaurant with items furnished by the house of Veuve Clicquot. The rooftop deck will feature jazz guitarist Bruce Baldwin.
"We're delighted to announce our inaugural Yelloween - Michael's on Naples version of Halloween filled with fine food, live music, seasonal cocktails and, most notably, a nod to the widow Clicquot," said the restaurant's General Manager Massimo Aronne. "Whether you come in street clothes or are dressed up for the occasion, we welcome the public to our celebration."
The special 3-course dinner prepared by Executive Chef David Coleman is $40.
Guests may order Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV for $12 by the flute, $60 by the bottle. Autumn-themed martinis (e.g., orange chocolate, cider, pumpkin and spice apple) will be served for $10. Call (562) 439-7080 to RSVP.
Karen Robes Meeks came to work for the Press-
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