Kubo continues to be a Filipino-owned community venue that houses a retail space,…read moredisplaying/selling a variety of Pinoy-inspired merch. My wife and I stopped in during a visit to the Bixby Knolls neighborhood of Long Beach, and was impressed by the collection of curated products, neatly displayed across the space. Folks were setting up tables for one of their many cultural events/gatherings, but their space is big enough to handle it while shoppers browse. Their retail space includes a collection of 'Filipino Komiks & Kids Lit' and prints from local/Filipino artists (two of which we've already displayed at our home). This time, ended up bringing home a 'Bangus Pro Shop' ballcap ($24.95) and Filipino Birthday Greeting Card ($5.50). The payment processing is modern, using Shopify, their website platform provider. And their associates continue to be so friendly and helpful. Kubo is just a great place to visit.

A very adorable, empowering space for Filipino Americans (or any Asian Americans) overall! This was…read moresuch a rare find and treat. We parked on the street in front of the store with ease. When we came in, they were setting up for an event later in the day. With that being said, I can tell there is a lot of engagement and activities for the community! My fiancé and I came to stop by, to purchase gifts for a friend. He felt very seen and felt with every little book, trinket, and toy. I also felt delight seeing myself, being represented. I loved seeing the handmade items, small business items being sold, and books. The most impressive part was the books and toys for infants/toddlers. We purchased some "first words in Tagalog" books and a toy. This place is definitely worth visiting! The girls here were very inviting and nice. It was a pleasure stopping by and we hope to come back again!

I recently visited Los Cerritos Rancho and had such a meaningful experience. From the moment I…read morearrived, I was warmly welcomed by the staff, who took the time to share the rich history of the landmark, including stories about the Bixby family. Walking through the home and gardens truly felt like stepping back in time. There's something incredibly special about being able to see and feel how people lived in the past--it creates a deep sense of connection and nostalgia that's hard to put into words. For me, the visit was also a moment of reflection--appreciating the lives and efforts of those who came before us, and how their contributions shaped the world we live in today. In such a fast-paced, modern era, it felt especially powerful to immerse myself in a place that preserves history so beautifully. I even remembered visiting here as a child, and coming back as an adult gave me a whole new appreciation for it. It's more than just a historical site--it's an experience that invites you to reflect, learn, and reconnect. I highly recommend visiting. It's a beautiful reminder that Long Beach is full of incredible history and hidden gems worth exploring.

Rancho Los Cerritos is a slightly hidden national historic landmark within Long Beach with…read moreGabrielino-Tongva roots. It was once a sheep ranch, cattle ranch, and even serves as an extension of our public library archives for local history. Entrance is free. Parking is free (and close to the entrance). There are volunteer-lead tours as well as printed maps to help you navigate the property. If you're planning to visit I'd set aside a half hour for everything. Bonus tip: they host events.

I love this place. They are all really great people. The Assistant Secretary is the best.read more

Went to a sweet 16 here and the place was beautiful and very clean. Nice big space for people to…read moremove and dance in. You can bring your own food and the drinks are reasonably priced. Staff was friendly and the UFC fight was playing at the bar during the party which was a plus.

Nice place. Went to watch the Portugal World Cup game there. They had a nice selection of well…read moredrinks, beer, small menu of food (granted this is not a food establishment). They had issues getting large LED screen to watch game. Previous game was shown in air conditioned hall. This time in the hot sun with hardly any shade. I think it would have been way better back in the hall. They had a small bar area showing game but the crowd did not fit in there only like 15% if the crowd. It was great to see the Portuguese community come together and root on the home team. Glad they did show the games there...may next time.

Here it is! I've seen it listed in community education classes - nice to finally find it. Small…read morebuilding - I would say occupancy would be 20 people. Bonus; hopscotch squares right outside.

I have to say this could be as beautiful a park as I remember it years ago although when we visited…read morethis time, it was horrible. Especially the pond area, while we went to feed the ducks we could not even stay that long because there was crap everywhere the water was literally brown, it smelled terrible. It was very disappointing.

What a beautiful library! It's pretty large, and thankfully there's an underground parking area for…read morethe hot days. We spent most of our time in the Children's Room. We were greeted by the giant saltwater aquarium, which my boys went bananas over. Inside of the children's area, there's a plaque that provides the tank information. Also in there are so many fun areas to read. There's a lighthouse, huge tree, dinosaur skeleton, space ship, and much more! There are also plenty of places to sit and read, both quiet and more in the thick of things. Lots of tablets as well. And friendly staff. The library also has a really nice selection of books in certain languages. I wish they had Thai, but it was nice to see representation! I also really appreciate the audio tour. I didn't listen to it this round, but the fact that it's there and that there's so much on display really makes this library special. There's a dedicated YA area that requires a school ID to get into. They also have newspapers and a really snazzy reading room! Next time, I'll use it. While they have swag and books at the book shop, there was no one volunteering there when we went, so we didn't get a chance to go inside. Oh well, that just means we'll have to come back.

I absolutely love coming to the Cerritos Library! It's one of the most beautiful libraries I've…read morevisited. The interior is modern, bright, and aesthetically pleasing, making it such a relaxing place to spend time. It's peaceful, well-maintained, and simply a great space to read, learn, and unwind. My favorite part is the children's area. The aquarium is always a hit, and I love the prehistoric theme with the dinosaur fossils and the fun ceiling design. It makes the space feel so imaginative and inviting for kids. The library is also thoughtfully laid out with dedicated areas for children, teens, magazines and publications, plus an extensive collection of books on the second floor. There are even study rooms you can reserve ahead of time, which is a great feature if you need a quiet place to work or study. Parking is convenient since it's next to the sheriff's station and shares a large parking lot, including basement parking.

It's a great rec center. The Young Chefs cooking class they offer is awesome and totally…read moreaffordable. If you're looking for an activity to get your child involved with I highly recommend it. It's $40 for 4 class (1 session) and the kids get to make good food. It's only 45-60 minutes long once a week so it doesn't take much time. The instructor is wonderful and does well with the kids. This is next to Apollo Park so there is a playground and plenty of room for kids to play. Bathrooms inside and clean. Drinking fountains. A big parking lot. A library. Much more!

This review is solely based on the "Ballroom dance" class. My friend and I thought it would be a…read moregreat idea to learn to dance, good for our bodies and mind. It turns out the instructor is teaching Salsa- and that ok but it was very advanced. He paid no attention to the 1/3 of the class that could not keep up his speedy instructions. Obviously he would be aware some of us were new. Waste of time. Talk to the insturctor about this- not everyone is a salsa dancer that wants to take up more salsa lessons . Ridiculous.

The 15th Annual Uptown Jazz Festival on Sat., Aug. 1st was so much fun. This was our 2nd year…read moreattending., The park was clean and well patrolled by the Sheriff Dept. and park staff. It was a safe place. The people attending were friendly and hospitable. It was like one big family. We brought our own food and drinks so I did not try any of the vendors this year. All four bands were excellent and the dancing was so much fun even in the heat. My favorite was Biscuits and Gravy Live.?If you've never been, you definitely want to attend next year. It is a family, friendly fun time for all with activities for the kids as well.

I'd give it 0 if I could . How do you not have public restrooms. They only have restrooms at the…read morecommunity center which is only open mon- Friday for a few hours . It's hard to bring my kid here when I need to leave right away because I can't have him just pee on a tree .