Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social
Wed, September 23 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Social Time, Refreshments & Information Tables.
7:00 p.m. Meeting.
SPECIAL TOPIC
“The Capitol to Our Community: Issues That Matter Most”
GUEST SPEAKER(S)
Lena Gonzalez, California State Senator, District 33
WHAT TO EXPECT
→ Learn about what’s happening at the State Capital in Sacramento and how it touches life here in Long Beach and our neighborhood — hearing directly from our California State Senator Lena Gonzalez a variety of issues — from public safety and transportation to healthcare and local governance and much more. Bring your questions; this is your chance to connect directly with the person representing us in the State Senate.
→ The Senator’s District Office Staff will be available during the preceding social time for individualized engagement on constituent services, community services, and public service information. Visit their information table, from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
→ Get updates from the BPNA Board on the latest neighborhood news, happenings, events, and initiatives and important ways you can get involved.
→ Connect with your neighbors and community leaders in fun, engaging ways.
→ Engage with our City Councilwoman Cindy Allen and her Council District 2 Office Staff on the latest neighborhood and City Council topics.
QUESTIONS FOR OUR GUEST SPEAKER
Share any questions in advance for our guest speakers before Monday, September 21 at 5:00 p.m. PT.
Please note: Submitting a question doesn’t guarantee it will be read at the meeting. Attendees will also be able to jot down questions on note cards during the meeting, but time and format may limit how many each official can address. We apologize in advance if your question isn’t addressed during the meeting.
VISIT INFORMATION TABLES DURING THE SOCIAL TIME
→ Office of Councilwoman Cindy Allen, City Council District 2
→ Office of California State Senator Lena Gonzalez, State Senate District 33
→ BPNA Membership and Welcome
→ League of Women Voters of Long Beach Area
SUPPORT BPNA IN LONG BEACH GIVES
Please consider BPNA for your online giving in the citywide event.
From September 17 to 24, help us reach matching funds and our goals for Phase 4 of the Historic Lamppost Project. We’re getting closer and closer only with all of your support. While costs go up and up, every dollar raised becomes even more valued.
Brining Lamppost History Back
bluffpark.org/LBGives
LOCATION
- Bixby Park Community Center, 130 Cherry Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802.
- Social Hall Room #1 – Enter at the southwest corner of the building.
- Walk. Bike. Rideshare. Drive & Park.
- Parking, including accessible parking, is available.
- Access is ADA compliant. For other special needs, please contact us here.
SOCIALIZE . GET INFORMED . EAT & DRINK . FREE EVENT FOR ALL
- All who live, own and rent in the Bluff Park Historic District are especially invited to participate in our quarterly Community Meetings.
- The meetings are informative, engaging, fun, free and open to everyone.
- Enjoy free refreshments, compliments of paid BPNA Members.
- Meet and mingle with friends, neighbors and leaders within the community.
- The Bluff Park Historic District runs roughly from E. Ocean Blvd to Broadway, and from Loma Ave to Junipero Ave.
- Photography, videography, and conduct of facilitated discussion at meetings are governed by BPNA’s policies to ensure safety and respect for all.
GET YOUR WINE GLASSES
Commemorative wine glasses make a great gift for yourself or someone you love, especially for summertime sipping & socializing with neighbors, friends and family. Order yours now here, while supplies last. Also available at the meeting.
CHARITY SPOTLIGHT
Come learn about another great nonprofit in our city. At every community meeting since 2022, we specially invite an outside nonprofit organization that is relevant to share its mission and efforts. This meeting’s nonprofit will be the League of Women’s Voters of Long Beach Area.
SAVE THE DATES FOR MORE COMMUNITY MEETINGS & SOCIALS
- Wednesday, January 27, 2027
- Wednesday, March 24, 2027
- Wednesday, June 23, 2027
- Wednesday, September 22, 2027
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