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Over Winter Break I read Numbering the Stars. I give this book thumbs up. I give this book two thumbs up because I felt that Lois Lowry doesn't waste a word, starting with Annemarie and Ellen's frightening run-in with German soldiers in the opening chapter. In few words, Lowry establishes the settings, characters, and difficulties in Annemarie’s brief encounters with the German soldiers, each of which increases the tension with in the book. Lowry also...

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EverythingLongBeach recently spoke with Aliye, Chey & Emily, owners of Vitality Entrepreneurs, via email. They talked about inspirations, challenges and what’s it’s like having a business in Long Beach. How long have you been in business? 1 year Describe your business: We are a coalition of health-minded women who have come together to promote wellness through an active [...] Source: Everything Long Beach

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Long Beach residents are invited to a workshop, “Eating In: Backyard Vegetable Gardens and Orchard Culture,” on Wednesday, May 26, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 425 Atlantic Ave. Kathleen Irvine, owner of Blue Gecko Design, will discuss different methods for raising food in any space. Topics will include: organic [...] Source: Everything Long Beach

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The 2nd annual Green Long Beach! Festival will is set for this weekend May 22. Join in the eco-friendly fun to support a sustainable Long Beach on Saturday from 10am – 10pm in the East Village Arts District. This year’s festival theme, “Turning the Tide” brings together businesses, government and individuals, to encourage open discussion and [...] Source: Everything Long Beach

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Long Beach is well on its way to becoming the most bicycle friendly city in the country, and the community is encouraged to participate in 2010 California Bike Commute Week from May 17 through May 21. In celebration of this week and to encourage more people help clean our air by riding their bike to work, [...] Source: Everything Long Beach

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