BPNA Board Meeting
2025-12-04 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles)
For more information, email president @ bluffpark.org.

Posted 2023_1125

Holiday Bow Breakfast: Decorating Our Icon
2025-12-07 09:00 - 10:30
Join us for our 9th Annual Holiday Bow Breakfast and decorating party. After breakfast we will hit the streets and adorn our iconic lampposts with beautiful red bows for the holidays. All are invited!
Were you here years ago when the neighborhood’s iconic lampposts were decorated with bows for the holidays?
Inspired by our esteemed residents and local historic preservationists, Helena Segelhorst and her husband, of blessed memory, Elbert Segelhorst, let us together recreate this wonderful holiday tradition that brightens our streets.
Free and family friendly event!
We will meet for a light breakfast fare and then place bows on the historic lampposts at the intersections all along E. 1st Street — along with the NEW LAMPPOSTS on the corners of E. 2nd Street and Paloma, Temple, and Molino Avenues installed as a result of the Bluff Park Historic Lamppost Project.
No experience needed. Come out to help us place the bows and enjoy some holiday cheer with your friends and neighbors!
BRING YOUR REUSABLE CUP, if available, to help reduce waste.
If interested, your tax-deductible and much appreciated donation of any size will help offset the costs of the bows and breakfast and help BPNA’s programming efforts with community events throughout the upcoming year.
If you can, please bring an optional unwrapped pet item for donation to Operation Santa Paws.
Sunday, December 7. Meet at 117 Paloma Avenue @ 9:00 AM for the Holiday Fun.
Posted 2025_0103

Winter Wonderland
2025-12-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Orizaba Park, 1435 Orizaba Avenue, Long Beach, California, 90804, United States
Come visit BPNA in CD2’s Winter Wonderland!

A Community Concert and Resource Fair, hosted by 2nd District Councilwoman Cindy Allen. This event will feature a live music, real snow, sledding, toy giveaway, meet Santa, and free food, games, and information.

Peruse various neighborhood association and community organization booths to chat and learn about all the great resources, work, and volunteerism throughout Long Beach.

Visit the BPNA Booth for information about your neighborhood association, meet volunteers and neighbors, grab a treat, and enter our free giveaway game contest. You could be a WINNER!

Immerse yourself with family and friends in the magic as real snow blankets the park, creating a whimsical atmosphere. Vendors, games, and complimentary delights await, making this a celebration for all ages.

Free & Open to the Public!

Oh what FUN!

Let the festivities begin!

Message from CD2 Office Posted on 12/8/2025: To make check-in quick and easy so all can enjoy every moment, Councilwoman Cindy Allen and the District 2 Council Office strongly encourage parents to register and complete the waiver in advance using the link HERE. For questions, call the CD2 Office at (562) 570-2222 or email district2@longbeach.gov.

Location: Orizaba Park, 1435 Orizaba Avenue, Long Beach 90804

Posted 2025_1115. Revised 2025_1208.

BPNA Board Meeting
2026-01-08 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-02-12 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-03-19 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-04-23 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-05-14 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-06-17 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-09 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-13 00:00 - 23:59 and 4 more dates
For more information, email president @ bluffpark.org.

Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
2026-01-17 09:00 - 10:30
Lend a Helping Hand at the BPNA’s Quarterly
Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
A FEEL GOOD CIVIC ACTIVITY FOR ALL AGES!
Saturday, January 17
9:00 to 10:30 AM
Meet at the Corner of Molino Avenue & E. 2nd Street
– All cleaning supplies and personal equipment provided.
– Stop by anytime and come as you are.
– Stay for as long or as short as you like.
– Bring friends and family.
– Bring your reusable mug for coffee.*
– Start the weekend with a good feeling for the work you’ve done!

The City of Long Beach Public Works Clean Team will accept large items and electronic-waste that are brought with you to the Neighborhood Clean Up location above.

* We are trying to REUSE, REDUCE and RECYCLE waste! BRING your reusable coffee mug or cup coffee and breakfast goodies – Free for participants!

Let’s do our part to help make the neighborhood streets and parkways more beautiful.

Thanks to our helpful partners at the City of Long Beach Clean Team. Long Beach Public Works.

Photo Credit: The Jakarta Post.

Posted 2025_0929

BPNA Board Meeting (Special Additional Meeting)
2026-01-19 00:00 - 23:59
For more information, email president @bluffpark.org.

Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Ave, long beach, CA, 90802, United States
Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. Social Time, Refreshments & Information Tables.

7:00 p.m. Meeting.

SPECIAL TOPIC“What’s Happening Around the Block & Beyond”

GUEST SPEAKER(S)Cindy Allen, 2nd District Councilwoman, City of Long Beach

ADDITIONAL INFO

Current BPNA Members will VOTE during the meeting on Ratification of the Board-Approved 2026 BPNA Budget to be presented at this meeting. The BPNA’s Bylaws require Voting Members to be current, paid, in good standing and present during this meeting in order to cast votes for or against the budget. One (1) vote per household.

Interested in JOINING or RENEWING as a Member? Visit the Membership page (click here) above. Do it before the meeting to ensure your ability to vote. It comes with perks and discounts and is tax-deductible.

Hear Updates from the BPNA board on the latest neighborhood news, events, and projects.

Learn about even small ways you can get Involved and Help! Let us know HERE.

SUPPORT BPNA AS WE RING IN A NEW YEAR.

Donations of all sizes are used to support the important work that BPNA does for the community. It’s even fully tax-deductible. Visit https://bluffpark.org/donate.

LOCATION

Bixby Park Community Center, 130 Cherry Ave, Long Beach 90802

Social Hall Room #1 – Enter at the southwest corner of the building

Walk. Bike. Rideshare. Drive & Park.

Parking, including accessible parking, is available nearby. The entry is at ground level.

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 all. Enjoy free refreshments. Informative and fun for all ages!

Meet and mingle with friends, neighbors and leaders within the community.

The Bluff Park Historic District runs roughly from Ocean to Broadway, and from Loma to Junipero.

Meetings take place a short distance from our neighborhood at the Bixby Park Recreation Center, Social Hall #1.

GET YOUR WINE GLASSES

Commemorative wine glasses make a great gift for yourself or someone you love, especially for sipping outside on autumn nights. Order yours now here, while supplies last. Also available at the meeting. Current BPNA members (one per household) are eligible to receive a complimentary (free) wine glass to start their collection. Not a member? Join or renew now.

CHARITY SPOTLIGHTCome learn about another great nonprofit in our city. At every community meeting in 2023, we are inviting a nonprofit to share its mission and efforts.

SAVE THE DATES FOR THESE FUTURE COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

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Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
2026-03-21 09:00 - 10:30
Lend a Helping Hand at the BPNA’s Quarterly
Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
A FEEL GOOD CIVIC ACTIVITY FOR ALL AGES!
Saturday, March 21
9:00 to 10:30 AM
Meet at the Corner of Lindero Avenue & E. 1st Street
– All cleaning supplies and personal equipment provided.
– Stop by anytime and come as you are.
– Stay for as long or as short as you like.
– Bring friends and family.
– Bring your reusable mug for coffee.*
– Start the weekend with a good feeling for the work you’ve done!

The City of Long Beach Public Works Clean Team will accept large items and electronic-waste that are brought with you to the Neighborhood Clean Up location above.

* We are trying to REUSE, REDUCE and RECYCLE waste! BRING your reusable coffee mug or cup coffee and breakfast goodies – Free for participants!

Let’s do our part to help make the neighborhood streets and parkways more beautiful.

Thanks to our helpful partners at the City of Long Beach Clean Team. Long Beach Public Works.

Photo Credit: The Jakarta Post.

Updated 2025_0929

Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social (Board Election to Follow)
2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Ave, long beach, CA, 90802, United States
Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. Social Time, Refreshments & Information Tables.

7:00 p.m. Meeting.

TOPICTo Be Announced — Bookmark this Page

GUEST SPEAKERTo Be Announced — Bookmark this Page

OTHER MEETING TOPICS

Hear updates from the BPNA Board on the latest happenings, events, projects, and news impacting the neighborhood and broader community and ways you can get involved.

Board Election 2026: Scroll down to see important details and actions below. Only current BPNA Members, as defined by the Bylaws, as of the designated time during of this Community Meeting, are eligible to run and/or vote in the annual board elections. Do you need to JOIN or RENEW as an annual BPNA Member? Visit the Membership page (click here) above. Do it before the meeting to ensure your eligibility to run and/or vote.

BPNA Budget 2026: [Added item as of January 22, 2026] Rescheduled from the January 2026 Community Meeting. The board-approved 2026 BPNA Budget Estimate will be presented for ratification vote by current Voting Members who are present at this March Community Meeting. Scroll down for more details.

Meet with others in our community in a fun, engaging, educational way. Fraternize with new and old neighbors and friends.

Interested in JOINING or RENEWING as a Member? Visit the Membership page (click here) above. Do it before the meeting to ensure your ability to run and/or vote. It comes with perks and discounts and is tax-deductible.

LOCATION

Bixby Park Community Center, 130 Cherry Ave, Long Beach 90802

Social Hall Room #1 – Enter at the southwest corner of the building

Walk. Bike. Rideshare. Drive & Park.

Parking, including accessible parking, is available nearby. The entry is at ground level.

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 all. Enjoy free refreshments. Informative and fun for all ages!

Meet and mingle with friends, neighbors and leaders within the community.

The Bluff Park Historic District runs roughly from Ocean to Broadway, and from Loma to Junipero.

Meetings take place a short distance from our neighborhood at the Bixby Park Recreation Center, Social Hall #1.

GET YOUR WINE GLASSES

Commemorative wine glasses make a great gift for yourself or someone you love, especially for sipping with friends and relatives. Order yours now here, while supplies last. Also available at the meeting. Current BPNA members (one per household) are eligible to receive a complimentary (free) wine glass to start their collection. Not a member? Join or renew now.

CHARITY SPOTLIGHTCome learn about another great nonprofit in our city. At every community meeting, we are inviting a outside nonprofit to share its mission and efforts.

Board Elections 2026

In compliance with the BPNA Bylaws, the annual Board Elections will take place immediately after the March Community Meeting.

The three (3) positions up for election this year are as follows: Secretary, Treasurer, and Vice President of Communications. All positions serve for a 2-year term. Only the role of President is limited to serving for 3 consecutive terms in that position. Board positions in elections are staggered to help ensure continuity.

Important qualifications, roles, and responsibilities of board officers are outlined in the BPNA’s Bylaws, Policies, and Manners of Acting, which can be found on the About Us page on this website.

Adult BPNA Members who are paid; current; in good standing; and living, owning or renting within the Bluff Park Historic District are eligible to run for positions and/or vote in the BPNA’s Board Elections. The final call for candidates will take place during this Community Meeting.

Balloting of the BPNA’s Voting Membership will be conducted electronically via email over a 7-day period from March 26 through April 1, 2026. Dates are subject to minor changes based on the e-notification being sent. Be sure to check your email (and spam folder) for our email with the balloting link and further instructions.

Add our email addresses (secretary @ bluffpark. org and membership @ bluffpark. org) to your list of trusted email addresses, so your ballot email is not labeled as spam. Only one (1) vote may be cast per household. Only valid ballot responses received by the stated deadline will be counted.

The election results will be posted on our website’s home page by or about April 4, 2026. The Transitional Board Meeting will take place on April 23, 2026 (subject to change).

All interested Voting Members in good standing must complete the Prospective Board Officer Questionnaire (click here) and submit an optional headshot type photo in advance of or at the Community Meeting. The statements of all eligible candidates will be shared with the Voting Membership during the election and balloting period.

Checklist for Interested Persons in a Board Officer Position

Give yourself a pat on the back for considering running for a board officer position. (We THANK you and couldn’t be more thrilled!)

Read all of the BPNA Bylaws, Policies, and Manners of Acting. These documents can be found via links at the bottom of the About Us page on this website.

Ensure you are qualified to be considered for candidacy for a board officer position by (a) being an adult current, paid Voting Member in good standing, and (b) being a current, homeowner, condominium owner, renter, or resident living within the Bluff Park Historic District.

Complete the online Prospective Board Officer Questionnaire (click here), including the attestation to comply with the BPNA Bylaws, Policies, and Manners of Acting. All entries must be received in advance of this Community Meeting or no later than the designated, announced time during this Bluff Park Community Meeting on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Plan to attend this Community Meeting on Wednesday, March 25 Attendance is not required, but qualified candidates who are present will have their names introduced publicly and be asked to stand.

Submit in advance an optional headshot photo of your face to president @ bluffpark . org to be posted online along with your questionnaire answers during the election and balloting period.

Hold (save) the date of Thursday, April 23, from 6:00 PM to 8:15 PM, if elected, for the transitional board meeting. Additional key dates, including board meeting dates, can be found in the Calendar section of this website.

Send any questions to president @ bluffpark.org or secretary @ bluffpark.org or call (562) 449-0977.

STEP UP. HELP OUT. VOLUNTEER AND JOIN OUR FUN TEAM OF NEIGHBORS!

Election Info: Posted Jan 3, 2025. Revised Jan 4, 2026.

BPNA Budget 2026

[Update as of January 22, 2026] Current BPNA Members will VOTE during this Community Meeting on the Ratification of the Board-Approved 2026 BPNA Budget to be presented at this meeting. The BPNA’s Bylaws require Voting Members to be current, paid, in good standing and present during this meeting in order to cast votes for or against the budget. One (1) vote per household. Not a Member? Click HERE.

SAVE THE DATES FOR THESE FUTURE COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

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Photo credit: American Academy of Arts & Science.

Event Posted 2024_0613

Meet, Greet & Eat
2026-05-01 18:00 - 20:00
The BPNA’s popular outdoor potluck social event is back!

MEET, GREET & EAT

Friday, May 1

From: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: To Be Announced. Bookmark this Page.

BRING TO SHARE a dish (main, side or dessert). Please help us coordinate your dish with others by reaching out via email to events @ bluffpark. org (click here) or leaving a detailed message at (562) 449-0977.

ALL ARE WELCOME. FREE AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE NEIGHBORHOOD.

BRING FOR YOURSELF your own cup, glass or mug and your choice of a non-alcoholic beverage for yourself.

Stop by anytime. MEET new neighbors. GREET old friends. Enjoy tasty EATS.

Residents and guests from all over the Bluff Park Historic District neighborhood will gather informally to nosh and socialize.

No matter if you’re new to the neighborhood or a seasoned local, this event is the perfect opportunity to catch up, exchange stories, and foster friendships near and far.

Photo Credits: BPNA. Posted 2025_1209.

Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
2026-06-20 09:00 - 10:30
Lend a Helping Hand at the BPNA’s Quarterly
Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
A FEEL GOOD CIVIC ACTIVITY FOR ALL AGES!
Saturday, June 20
9:00 to 10:30 AM
Meet at the Corner of Redondo Avenue & E. 2nd Street (Trolley Park)
– All cleaning supplies and personal equipment provided.
– Stop by anytime and come as you are.
– Stay for as long or as short as you like.
– Bring friends and family.
– Bring your reusable mug for coffee.*
– Start the weekend with a good feeling for the work you’ve done!

The City of Long Beach Public Works Clean Team will accept large items and electronic-waste that are brought with you to the Neighborhood Clean Up location above.

* We are trying to REUSE, REDUCE and RECYCLE waste! BRING your reusable coffee mug or cup coffee and breakfast goodies – Free for participants!

Let’s do our part to help make the neighborhood streets and parkways more beautiful.

Thanks to our helpful partners at the City of Long Beach Clean Team. Long Beach Public Works.

Photo Credit: The Jakarta Post.

Updated 2022_0716, 2023_0514

Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social
2026-06-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Ave, long beach, CA, 90802, United States
Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social

Wednesday, June 14, 2026

6:30 p.m. Social Time, Refreshments & Information Tables.

7:00 p.m. Meeting.

SPECIAL TOPICTo Be Announced — Bookmark this Page

GUEST SPEAKER(S)To Be Announced — Bookmark this Page

ADDITIONAL INFO

Hear updates from the BPNA board on the latest neighborhood news, events, and projects.

Learn about even small ways you can get involved and help!

INFO TABLES

LOCATION

Bixby Park Community Center, 130 Cherry Ave, Long Beach 90802

Social Hall Room #1 – Enter at the southwest corner of the building

Walk. Bike. Rideshare. Drive & Park.

Parking, including accessible parking, is available nearby. The entry is at ground level.

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 all. Enjoy free refreshments. Informative and fun for all ages!

Meet and mingle with friends, neighbors and leaders within the community.

The Bluff Park Historic District runs roughly from Ocean to Broadway, and from Loma to Junipero.

Meetings take place a short distance from our neighborhood at the Bixby Park Recreation Center, Social Hall #1.

GET YOUR WINE GLASSES

Commemorative wine glasses make a great gift for yourself or someone you love, especially for sipping outside on autumn nights. Order yours now here, while supplies last. Also available at the meeting. Current BPNA members (one per household) are eligible to receive a complimentary (free) wine glass to start their collection. Not a member? Join or renew now.

CHARITY SPOTLIGHTCome learn about another great nonprofit in our city. At every community meeting in 2023, we are inviting a nonprofit to share its mission and efforts.

SAVE THE DATES FOR THESE FUTURE COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

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Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
2026-09-19 09:00 - 10:30
Lend a Helping Hand at the BPNA’s Quarterly
Neighborhood Clean-Up & Breakfast
A FEEL GOOD CIVIC ACTIVITY FOR ALL AGES!
Saturday, September 19
9:00 to 10:30 AM
Meet at the Corner of Kennebec Avenue & E. 1st Street
– All cleaning supplies and personal equipment provided.
– Stop by anytime and come as you are.
– Stay for as long or as short as you like.
– Bring friends and family.
– Bring your reusable mug for coffee.*
– Start the weekend with a good feeling for the work you’ve done!

The City of Long Beach Public Works Clean Team will accept large items and electronic-waste that are brought with you to the Neighborhood Clean Up location above.

* We are trying to REUSE, REDUCE and RECYCLE waste! BRING your reusable coffee mug or cup coffee and breakfast goodies – Free for participants!

Let’s do our part to help make the neighborhood streets and parkways more beautiful.

Thanks to our helpful partners at the City of Long Beach Clean Team. Long Beach Public Works.

Photo Credit: The Jakarta Post.

Updated 2022_0716, 2023_0514, 2025_1220

Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social
2026-09-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Bixby Park, 130 Cherry Ave, long beach, CA, 90802, United States
Bluff Park Community Meeting & Social

Wednesday, September 23

Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. Social Time, Refreshments & Information Tables.

7:00 p.m. Meeting.

SPECIAL TOPICTo Be Announced — Bookmark this Page

GUEST SPEAKER(S)To Be Announced — Bookmark this Page

ADDITIONAL INFO

Hear updates from the BPNA board on the latest neighborhood news, events, and projects.

Learn about even small ways you can get involved and help!

INFO TABLES

LOCATION

Bixby Park Community Center, 130 Cherry Ave, Long Beach 90802

Social Hall Room #1 – Enter at the southwest corner of the building

Walk. Bike. Rideshare. Drive & Park.

Parking, including accessible parking, is available nearby. The entry is at ground level.

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 all. Enjoy free refreshments. Informative and fun for all ages!

Meet and mingle with friends, neighbors and leaders within the community.

The Bluff Park Historic District runs roughly from Ocean to Broadway, and from Loma to Junipero.

Meetings take place a short distance from our neighborhood at the Bixby Park Recreation Center, Social Hall #1.

GET YOUR WINE GLASSES

Commemorative wine glasses make a great gift for yourself or someone you love, especially for sipping outside on autumn nights. Order yours now here, while supplies last. Also available at the meeting. Current BPNA members (one per household) are eligible to receive a complimentary (free) wine glass to start their collection. Not a member? Join or renew now.

CHARITY SPOTLIGHTCome learn about another great nonprofit in our city. At every community meeting in 2023, we are inviting a nonprofit to share its mission and efforts.

SAVE THE DATES FOR THESE FUTURE COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

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