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SUMMARY:IDRL - Immersive Light Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, December 18\, 5-9pm at DTLB N. Promenade (4th & Waite) to celebrate CSULB Human Experience Design & Interaction students completing their master’s milestone!
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/idrl-immersive-light-experience/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Design at Dusk: looking at you\, Long Beach Creatives!
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off something special\, Long Beach. Join the Long Beach Design District for the very first Design at Dusk—a casual\, holiday-season hang where designers and creatives can meet\, mingle\, scheme\, dream\, and spark the kind of collaborations that make this city hum. \nWe’re gathering Thursday\, December 18th\, 4:30–6:30pm at the newly opened Buen Provecho in downtown Long Beach. Happy hour runs till 5pm\, so roll in at the start\, grab yourself a bite or drink\, and settle in for good vibes and great conversation—about creativity\, community\, or whatever the hell we’re feeling that night. \nLong Beach is fun\, funky\, grounded\, and full of ridiculously talented humans. Let’s meet each other\, support each other\, and start building the energy we want to see in our city. This is just the first of many—more to come in January. \nCome hang with your people. Limited spots for this first round\, so snag yours today. [hyperlink to Eventbrite]\nDesign at Dusk starts now.
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/design-at-dusk-looking-at-you-long-beach-creatives/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Long Beach Underground: TEMPLES
DESCRIPTION:Long Beach Underground debuts Temples: an immersive night of design\, story\, and spirit with LB Food Coma & DTLB Design District. \nAfter the success of this summer’s Design Dinner at the LA Design Festival\, DTLB Design District and LB Food Coma return with Long Beach Underground: TEMPLES\, an immersive night of design\, story\, and spirit. Step through an unmarked alley door into the Psychic Temple\, home to Intertrend and Creative Class Collective\, where flickering light\, sound\, and performance transform this century-old sanctuary into a living dreamscape. Then crossover to Pine Avenue to the Masonic Temple\, home to Altar Society Brewing\, for a drink and a tour filled with stories from the building’s storied (and possibly haunted) past. Part architectural journey\, part sensory ritual\, TEMPLES invites guests to see downtown through a new lens\, one that blurs the line between design and the divine. Embrace the spirit! \nTickets are limited. Light bites and drink included. Purchase tickets here.
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/long-beach-underground-temples/
LOCATION:Intertrend\, 228 East Broadway\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T173000
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SUMMARY:“Music to My Eyes” Student Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:When? Thursday\, November 20\, 5:30pm to 7:30pm\nWhere? The Edison Theatre (213 E. Broadway) \n  \nWhat is Music to My Eyes? \nCreative Class Collective assigned a random song to 22 art students from LBUSD who were then tasked with listening to their song and painting whatever the music inspired in them. The art on display is truly impressive. \nIncredible music playlist and delicious refreshments provided. \nPlease RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-to-my-eyes-student-exhibition-tickets-1926234953599?aff=oddtdtcreator \nShout-Out to the Port of Long Beach for sponsoring this program!! \nLooking forward to sharing this show with you.  See you soon!!!
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/music-to-my-eyes-student-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T200000
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SUMMARY:Design for Longevity: ADUs and Aging in Place Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join DTLB Design District & Lili Weigert for a conversation on sustainable\, flexible\, intergenerational living through ADUs.\n\n\n\nJoin the DTLB Design District and author Lili Weigert at Studio One Eleven for an evening on how thoughtful ADU design can support sustainability\, flexibility\, and intergenerational living. We’ll hear insights from Weigert’s new book Making Space: ADUs for Modern Living and a panel featuring Bo Sundius (Bunch Design)\, Connor Lock (City of Long Beach)\, and James Shen (People’s Architecture Office / The Plugin House). The program includes a welcome from Studio One Eleven\, a moderated conversation\, audience Q&A\, and concludes with a book signing and reception. \nEvent at a glance \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025 · 6:00–8:00 PM\nWhere: Studio One Eleven\, 245 East Third Street\, Long Beach\, CA 90802\nCost: Free\nProgram: Talk + Q&A + Book signing (Making Space: ADUs for Modern Living)
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/design-for-longevity-adus-and-aging-in-place-panel/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Long Beach Underground Series: Temples
DESCRIPTION:Long Beach Underground Series: Temples\nOctober 16 | Intertrend’s Psychic Temple and the historic Masonic Temple Altar Society 6-9pm\n\nStep inside the hidden stories of Pine Avenue with the launch of the Long Beach Underground Series\, a three-part journey organized by LB Food Coma and the DTLB Design District. The series begins with Temples on Thursday\, October 16 from 6-9pm at Intertrend’s Psychic Temple and the historic Masonic Temple Altar Society. Guests will explore these iconic sites through an immersive blend of food\, drink\, music\, and storytelling\, an atmospheric evening that reveals the layered mythos of Long Beach in unexpected\, cinematic ways. \nSpaces are limited: RSVP Here  \nDTLB Instagram \nDTLB LinkedIn \nDTLB website
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/long-beach-underground-series-temples/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T170000
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SUMMARY:Elements of Los Angeles with D.J. Waldie
DESCRIPTION:As Los Angeles confronts the realities of fire\, drought\, and climate pressure\, acclaimed essayist D.J. Waldie reflects on the four classical elements—earth\, water\, air\, and fire—as a framework for understanding the city’s past and present. With clarity and compassion\, Waldie unpacks the fragile balance between beauty and precarity in Los Angeles\, weaving history\, memory\, and culture into a portrait of a city always in the process of becoming. \nHe will be joined in conversation by Alan Pullman\, Founding Partner of Studio One Eleven\, whose work in community-driven urban design has shaped neighborhoods across Los Angeles. \nThe event will also feature a special pop-up by Los Angeles Public Library’s Angel City Press\, offering books on the art\, design\, and architecture of Los Angeles—including Art Deco Los Angeles\, Los Angeles Before the Freeways\, and Preserving Los Angeles. \nRSVP Here \n DTLB Instagram \nDTLB LinkedIn \nDTLB website
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/long-beach-underground-series-temples-2/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T190000
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SUMMARY:Art + Design Walk
DESCRIPTION:Art + Design Walk\nOctober 11 | Downtown Long Beach (Mosaic Promenade\, Studio One Eleven\, ISM Brewing\, and Design District sites) 2-7pm \nExperience Downtown Long Beach transformed into a vibrant\, walkable gallery celebrating art\, design\, and community. This year’s Art + Design Walk features exhibitions\, pop-ups\, and live activations citywide. At its core is the U.S. International Poster Biennial\, showcasing 200+ posters from 12\,000 global submissions – on display across Downtown and Long Beach Airport. Presented by the DTLB Alliance and DTLB Design District\, this free event celebrates innovation\, culture\, and creative connection in the heart of the city. \nFeatured Exhibitions + Activations\n\nISM Brewery: 10 Degrees Cooler exhibition paired with the launch of a brand-new 10 Degrees Cooler beer label.\nStudio One Eleven: A vibrant mix of activations including a Muse Apothecary kitchen popup with planting workshops; a reading by DJ Waldie for his latest book\, Elements of Los Angeles: Earth\, Water\, Air\, Fire (co-produced by LA Design Festival with Angel City Press) featuring a popup Angel City Press bookstore in the S&A Club. The book event will be from 3-4pm\, book signing will follow until 5pm. \nIntertrend & Creative Class Collective: Collaborative showcase exhibition at the Edison Theatre. \nCSULB Immersive Design Research Lab: Fresh design happenings exploring immersive environments and interaction.\nMADE on Pine: Exhibition of original posters from the collections of Roy Lichtenstein and David Hockney\, curated by Vida Rodriguez. A community engagement enrichment experience that celebrates creativity\, connection\, and the enduring impact of these iconic artists’ works.\nLibrary of Technics: Blends the city’s creative past with its present\, featuring the original 1922 ceiling. Echoing places like Acres of Books\, it’s where science and art meet in a distinctly European-style space for the curious.\n\n  \n“It Takes a Village”\nThis year’s Art + Design Walk presents “It Takes a Village\,” an evolution of the event’s long-standing artist village. Rooted in the spirit of community-building\, it highlights how Long Beach’s creative community grows stronger together\, each participant adding their voice to a larger collective story. The showcase on the Mosaic Promenade brings together makers\, designers\, and visionaries through sales\, displays\, and interactive experiences that reflect the city’s collaborative energy. Highlights include: \n\nDesign Scavenger Hunt by Raphael Sisa\, Susie Chang\, and Gamal Prather: an immersive\, phone-free exploration of posters and city sites\, turning the Art+Design Walk into a community-wide adventure.\n\nPeople’s Architecture Office: popup activation blending architecture and community engagement.\nKathy Lin + LBC Hero Squad popup + Dreamy Vegan: The Calm Pod is a sensory-rich\, sustainable retreat offering families a moment to pause and reconnect. In partnership with the LBC Hero Squad—champions of neurodiversity—the activation adds artist-designed tees\, resources\, and playful\, inclusive touches for Long Beach families. Dreamy Vegan\, a plant-based ice cream brand that brings back the joy of childhood nostalgia in a fun and whimsical way\, will also be part of the experience.\nCulture Cart: Popping up with mobile vibes and tours across DTLB\, Culture Cart is a Black-owned\, women-led micro-mobility startup based in Long Beach. Offering zero-emission pedicab services\, they promote sustainability\, community\, and economic empowerment.\nArts LB: Rolling up with their signature artsy van\, Arts LB will bring interactive art\, community engagement\, and creative surprises to Ocean & Promenade\, adding color and energy to the streetscape.\nMusic and DJs scattered throughout Downtown to keep the energy flowing.\n\n\nAlso happening:\n\nArt Block in the East Village (2–7 PM)\nParty on Pine (Pine Ave\, 3rd–5th St\, 4–9 PM\, hosted by Catalyst)\n\n  \nStay tuned here to find out more information \nDTLB Instagram\nDTLB LinkedIn\nDTLB website
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/art-design-walk-4/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:US International poster biennial
DESCRIPTION:US International poster biennial\nOctober 11 – November 30 | Downtown Long Beach\n\nThe U.S. Poster Biennial arrives in DTLB with a juried selection of bold\, provocative\, and beautifully crafted posters from designers across the international. Celebrating the power of print in the public realm\, the exhibition transforms city streets into an open-air gallery\, inviting passersby to see how design can spark conversation\, reflection\, and delight in everyday life. \nStay tuned here to find out more information \nDTLB Instagram \nDTLB LinkedIn \nDTLB website
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/us-international-poster-biennial/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T190000
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SUMMARY:Immersive Design Research Lab (IDRL) - Open Lab
DESCRIPTION:Immersive Design Research Lab (IDRL) – Open Lab\nSeptember 19 | Downtown Long Beach 4-7pm\n\nAlways excited for collaboration\, we hope you stop by to take a peek. There will also be ongoing research and demos of Move.ai for motion capture. Please share with anyone you think may be interested. \nThis downtown space\, hosted by Mosaic\, is making a new mode of Immersive Design inquiry possible. \nOur first collaborations have included Photography faculty Brice Bischoff’s Experimental Photography course exhibition and Choreography by Dance MFA student Maggie Ogle and BFA Dancers Anna Boyle and Brittany Lopez. You can see more on our Instagram\nWith support from our MA_HXDI graduate researchers\, we have implemented a program of “Design Happenings” – investigating human engagement and designing for ‘wonder.’\nTouch our very ‘in-progress’ website at https://www.designhappening.com/ \nDTLB Instagram \nDTLB LinkedIn \nDTLB website
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/immersive-design-research-lab-idrl-open-lab/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T190000
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CREATED:20250423T191631Z
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SUMMARY:Art + Design Walk: Warped Tour + LB Walls Edition
DESCRIPTION:Art + Design Walk: Warped Tour Edition\nJuly 26 | Downtown Long Beach 2-7pm\n\nThis summer’s Art + Design Walk (taking place during Vans Warped Tour) gets a musical twist\, with live performances popping up in unexpected corners of DTLB. The event coincides with Long Beach Walls and features the 10 Degrees Cooler poster exhibition\, a grassroots campaign celebrating Long Beach’s creative identity and distinct vibe. Created in partnership with Poster Territory\, the campaign invited local and international artists to express what makes Long Beach “cool”—not just in climate\, but in spirit\, style\, and community. \nStay tuned here to find out more information \nDTLB Instagram\nDTLB LinkedIn\nDTLB website
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/art-design-walk-3/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
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SUMMARY:Long Beach Walls & Art Renzei
DESCRIPTION:Long Beach Walls & Art Renzei 2025 \nCelebrating 10 Years of Impact: Art as a Catalyst for ChangeJuly 20–26\, 2025 \nLong Beach Walls and Art Renzei returns for their 10th anniversary\, transforming the city into a living gallery of murals\, installations\, and community-driven creativity. This year’s theme\, “Art: A Catalyst for Change\,” explores how public art inspires unity\, sparks conversation\, and creates lasting impact across neighborhoods. \nHighlights include: \n\nThe tallest mural in Long Beach by Brian Peterson (Ocean Blvd. & Pine Ave.)\nA collaborative mural with elementary students and Brady Smith at Lowell Elementary\nNew works by Angie Crabtree\, including a youth mural and her solo museum debut\nCultural storytelling through murals by Eric Michael and Steve Martinez\n\nSince its founding\, the festival has brought over 140 murals to Long Beach\, cementing its place as a leading arts and culture destination. \nKey Events: \n\nJuly 24\, 9–11 a.m.: Welcome Ceremony – LB CVB & Convention Center\nJuly 24–25\, 1–6 p.m.; July 26\, 4–9 p.m.: Art Show x Thinkspace\nJuly 24\, 5–8 p.m.: Moonlight Mash Ride\nJuly 25\, 5–9 p.m.: Night Market\nJuly 26\, 7–10 p.m.: Closing Celebration & Artist Talk\n\nFree and open to the public.Various locations across Long Beach \nLearn more: longbeachwalls.com | artrenzei.com
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/lb-walls/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T170000
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SUMMARY:DTLB Design District x LA Design Festival
DESCRIPTION:DTLB Design District x LA Design FestivalJune 26–29 | Downtown Long Beach \nThe DTLB Design District will be a featured site of this year’s LA Design Festival\, joining forces with ArtCenter Pasadena\, ROW DTLA\, and Helms Bakery District. Under the theme “Design Futurism\,” four days of panels\, exhibits\, and events (including a block party on the Mosaic Promenade) will spotlight the future of design—from sustainable cities and craft revival to AI\, indigenous knowledge\, and cross-cultural innovation. Locations include Studio One Eleven\, Intertrend\, Acres of Books\, LBMA Downtown\, CSULB’s Immersive Design Research Lab\, Midnight Oil\, Sonoratown\, Chez Bacchus\, MoLAA\, PIEAM\, and more… \nCome experience how design is shaping the world to come—with a distinct point of view from Downtown Long Beach\, where creativity\, culture\, and community collide. \nMore info here. LA Design Festival \nTo also stay informed of upcoming event’s visit DTLB’s Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and website! \n 
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/la-design-festival/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T160000
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CREATED:20250522T173756Z
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SUMMARY:10 Degrees Cooler Poster Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Launching at LA Design Festival June 26 – and on display throughout the summer of Art + Design in DTLB. \nDTLB Design District and Poster Territory present 10 Degrees Cooler\, a grassroots poster campaign celebrating Long Beach’s creative spirit\, style\, and community. \nAs a port city that exports culture to the world\, Long Beach now sees that energy reflected back through both local and international perspectives. Through visually dynamic posters —scattered throughout various locations in the DTLB Design District — artists express what makes Long Beach cool\, in both climate and attitude\, capturing the city’s unique identity and creative edge!
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/10-degrees-cooler-poster-exhibition/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T160000
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SUMMARY:CSULB Immersive Design Research Lab Studio Showcase on Global Design Districts 
DESCRIPTION:CSULB Immersive Design Research Lab Studio Showcase on Global Design Districts\n\n  \nJoin us on May 7 from 2–3 PM as the Cal State Long Beach MA_HXDI (Human Experience Design Interactions) graduate students present their proposals and research findings on global design districts.\nBuilding on our recent series\, The Making of a Design District\, their design-ethnographic research highlights how university partnerships can bring fresh ideas\, energy\, and momentum to the growth of the Design District. We hope you’ll come out to support the next generation of design leaders and get inspired by their fresh perspectives! \nCSULB IDRL Class Presentations (Global Design Districts) \n 
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/csulb-immersive-design-research-lab-studio-showcase-on-global-design-districts/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T170000
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SUMMARY:10 Degrees Cooler
DESCRIPTION:Poster call for local Creatives & Designers!\nPosterTerritory and DTLB Design District are collaborating in a poster call competition that invites designers from all over the city to visually interpret and speculate on our district’s unique vibe. Winning posters will be displayed throughout the district. 💡📝 \nDeadline: April 30\,2025\nAll shortlisted designers will receive a certificate of participation! 🎉🎇 \nFor more information visit : https://www.posterterritory.com/dtlb-design-district-10-degrees-cooler/
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/10-degrees-cooler/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T190000
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SUMMARY:Art + Design Walk #2
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to present a vibrant lineup of events\, installations\, and workshops as part of the Downtown Long Beach Art + Design Walk\, produced by the DTLB Alliance. Taking place on Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\, from 2–7 PM\, the event celebrates creativity\, innovation\, and community spirit. \nThe Design District’s activations will run alongside the DTLB Alliance’s signature Celebrate Downtown event\, held at the iconic Acres of Books. Locals and visitors alike are invited to experience the intersection of art\, design\, and urban culture in the heart of the city. \nHighlights of the DTLB Design District’s participation include: \n\n“What Do You Make in Long Beach?”\nLocation: Mosaic Promenade (200 N. Waite Court\, Long Beach\, CA 90802)\nTime: 2-7pm \nOrganized by: DTLB Design District \n\nWhat Do You Make in LB? returns to the DTLB Art + Design Walk\, transforming the Mosaic Promenade into a vibrant\, interactive showcase of Long Beach’s talented designers\, makers\, and innovators. \nBringing creativity out of the studios and onto the streets\, this pop-up event invites artists and creators to share their work with the community through displays\, hands-on activities\, and immersive experiences. While not a marketplace\, it offers a unique opportunity to see local talent in action. \nFeaturing work by Susie Chang\, Jennifer Tran & James Shen (People’s Architecture Office)\, Napoleon Merana (Design Burrow)\, the LB Public Library Seed Project\, KLBP Radio and Long Beach Post\, Fourth Space Collective\, the CSULB Human Experience Design Interactions Graduate Program\, and Renaissance High School\, among others. \nPre-Launch of CSULB Immersive Design Research Lab at Mosaic\n\nLocation: Former Gold’s Gym\, Mosaic Promenade (200 N. Waite Court\, Long Beach\, 90802)\nTime: 3–6 PM\nCurated by: Prof. Heather Barker\, Aleyna Akkan\, and Louis Santos\n\nAs an experimental testing phase for the upcoming CSULB Immersive Design Research Lab (IDRL)\, this pop-up exhibit serves as a dynamic preview of the lab’s future explorations. Featuring cutting-edge Creative Immersive Technology Experience (CITE) projects from IDRL researchers and CSULB graduate design students\, the space will function as a living laboratory—inviting visitors to engage with interactive\, forward-thinking solutions that reimagine the intersection of technology\, people\, and their environments. \nThis pre-launch activation offers a rare opportunity to test\, refine\, and iterate immersive design concepts in real-time\, fostering dialogue between researchers\, creators\, and the public before the full lab launch. \nStudio One Eleven presents: “Community” — A Multi-Sensory Reflection on the DTLB Design District\n\nScent Design by: Kristin Flores of Muse Apothecary\nPhoto Exhibition by: Monica Nouwens\nHosted at: Studio One Eleven (245 E. 3rd Street\, Long Beach\, CA 90802) Time: 3–6 PM\n\nExperience Community\, a multi-sensory exhibition that encapsulates the essence of the DTLB Design District through scent and imagery. Featuring a bespoke fragrance crafted by Muse Apothecary and a compelling photographic series by acclaimed artist Monica Nouwens\, this installation reflects on over a year of creativity\, collaboration\, and cultural activation within the district. \nThe exhibition not only showcases a scent inspired by Downtown Long Beach’s unique energy but also presents a visual narrative of the people\, places\, and experiences that have shaped the Design District’s journey. Through Nouwens’ evocative lens—previously showcased at LACMA and the Stedelijk Museum—visitors will encounter the faces\, moments\, and artistic expressions that define this evolving community. Join us as we celebrate the intersection of scent\, photography\, and urban life. \nCreative Class Collective Presents “Music to My Eyes”\n\nLocation: Edison Theater\, 213 E. Broadway\, Long Beach\nTime: 2pm – 7pm\nCurated by: Creative Class Collective\n\nA multi-disciplinary art initiative involving music\, painting\, and photography.  26 LBUSD students\, inspired by pre-selected music tracks and speeches\, serve as catalysts for their artistic creations. The tracks include diverse genres and influential speeches such as those by Miles Davis\, John Coltrane\, Mozart\, and Martin Luther King Jr.\, exposing students to a broad spectrum of cultural and historical influences. \nStudents interpret their selected music tracks\, which aim to evoke a personal emotional response\, resulting in a variety of artistic expressions. The creative process will be documented in black-and-white photographs\, capturing the visual narrative of the students’ artistic journey. \nStudio One Eleven presents: “Shifting Tides: Evolution of Long Beach’ Waterfront”\n\nConcept and Production Design by: Nathan Amondson\nHosted at: Studio One Eleven (245 E. 3rd Street\, Long Beach\, 90802)\nTime: 3-6pm\n\n\nDive into Long Beach’s unique relationship with its waterfront through this compelling exhibition. Shifting Tides explores the city’s historical\, current\, and future connections to its coastline\, offering visitors an immersive visual and narrative journey. \nThe DTLB Design District’s programming reflects its mission to foster a vibrant hub of creativity and collaboration within Long Beach’s urban core. These events highlight the district’s dedication to honoring the city’s heritage while inspiring future possibilities through art and design. Free transportation within the Design District will be provided by Culture Cart. \nRSVP here! \nFor more information visit DTLB’s Instagram\, LinkedIn\, and website!
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SUMMARY:Join or Die\, Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:The Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) Design District is eager to announce it’s partnership with The City of Long Beach Mayor’s Office and LA Deisgn Festival\, hosting a special screening of Join or Die  \nJoin Or Die:\nFeaturing the research of Harvard political scientist Robert Putnam\, Join or Die examines how participation in local organizations and public spaces fosters deeper community ties—a message that resonates powerfully in today’s social and political climate. \nThis event will bring together clubs\, neighborhood districts\, and community organizations from across Long Beach\, providing an opportunity for residents to connect\, share ideas\, and leave inspired to make a difference. Representatives from Long Beach’s neighborhoods will be in attendance to encourage civic engagement at the local level. \nHighlights of the DTLB Design District’s/LA Design Festival’s Participation:\nAs part of LA Design Festival’s Docos on Design Series\, this event highlights the intersection of design and civic life. With the festival coming to the Downtown Long Beach Design District this summer\, it will showcase the city’s creative talent and reinforce its role as a City of Design. \nOpening Reception: \nThe evening will begin with opening remarks by Mayor Rex Richardson\, followed by the screening. After the film\, attendees will join local leaders and community advocates for a conversation on ways to strengthen connections across neighborhoods\, generations\, and backgrounds. \nWhere will it be located? At what time?\nLocation: Wednesday\, March 5\, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at the historic Art Theatre of Long Beach. \nPlease RSVP through Eventbrite to see the Join Or Die Screening!
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/join-or-die-film-screening/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Art + Design Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) Design District is excited to be part of this year’s Downtown Long Beach Art + Design Walk\, produced by the DTLB Alliance. Taking place on Saturday\, February 8\, 2025\, from 2-7 PM\, this event celebrates creativity\, innovation\, and community spirit. The Design District will host a series of dynamic events\, installations\, and workshops designed to inspire locals and visitors. \nHighlights of the DTLB Design District’s Participation: \n“What Do You Make in Long Beach?”\nLocation: 4th Street (between Pine Avenue and Long Beach Blvd.)\nThis PARK(ing) Day-inspired pop-up will transform parking spaces into creative hubs\, showcasing the diverse talent and craftsmanship of Long Beach. Artists\, makers\, and designers will engage visitors with live demonstrations and interactive displays celebrating the city’s rich culture of making. \nOpening Reception for Shifting Tides: Evolution of Long Beach’ Waterfront\nConcept and Production Design by: Nathan Amondson\nHosted at: Studio One Eleven (245 E. 3rd Street\, Long Beach\, 90802)\nDive into Long Beach’s unique relationship with its waterfront through this compelling exhibition. Shifting Tides explores the city’s historical\, current\, and future connections to its coastline\, offering visitors an immersive visual and narrative journey. \nLaunch of the “Community” Scent by Muse Apothecary and Floral Workshop\nScent Design by: Kristin Flores of Muse Apothecary\nHosted at: Studio One Eleven (245 E. 3rd Street\, Long Beach\, CA 90802)\nExperience the unveiling of a bespoke community scent inspired by the essence of Long Beach\, crafted by Muse Apothecary. Visitors can also participate in a hands-on flower workshop\, creating personalized arrangements to take home. \nIntertrend’s Year of the Snake Celebration\nLocation: Intertrend’s Headquarters\, The Psychic Temple (228 E Broadway) Long Beach\, CA 90802\nAbout the installation: Intertrend welcomes the Year of the Snake with a captivating visual experience. This year’s Lunar New Year installation transforms their office building into a giant interactive gaming surface using cutting-edge projection mapping technology and reimagining the nostalgic Nokia Snake game \nThe installation was brought to life through a collaborative effort between Intertrend Communications\, Boring Labs USA\, and B1n4ry. \nCreative Class Collective Presents Rhizome or Die by artist b1n4ry\nLocation: The Edison Theatre (213 E Broadway) Long Beach\, CA 90802\nAbout the Installation: Rhizome or Die delves into the contemporary ways humans contribute to a decaying world. It highlights issues such as rising sea levels\, increased oil and gas extraction\, and the strain placed on power grids by new technologies like AI. This thought-provoking art installation examines humanity’s impact on the environment while exploring innovative solutions to these challenges. \nPlease RSVP through Eventbrite to engage in the Art + Design Walk.
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/art-design-walk/
LOCATION:4th Street\, 165 E 4th St\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Making of a Design District Workshop: Part 4 (Deliver) The Final Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The final showcase will take place during the Art + Design Walk on Saturday\, February 8\, 2025\, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event will transform Downtown Long Beach into a vibrant “Parking Day”-style showcase of creativity\, featuring installations\, live demonstrations\, and interactive exhibits from local creators.Call for Participation The DTLB Design District Council encourages local creators\, businesses\, designers\, and community members to respond to the prompt: “What do you make of Long Beach?” Submissions can include live demonstrations\, creative installations\, or interactive exhibits to be showcased during the Art + Design Walk. Those who wish to prototype and showcase a project must submit an Expression of Interest form by the January 10 deadline.
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/the-making-of-a-design-district-workshop-part-4-deliver-the-final-showcase/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:The Making of a Design District Workshop: Part 3 (Develop)
DESCRIPTION:Led by Heather Barker\, Professor of Design at CSULB this hands-on workshop will bring creators\, makers\, and community members together to test and build tactical urbanism interventions. \nParticipants will collaborate to develop prototypes that reflect the district’s unique creative energy. The final showcase will take place during the Art + Design Walk exhibition on February 8\, 2025\, where projects will come to life in a ‘Parking Day’-style outdoor showcase. \nBoth events are free and open to the public and all are welcome to attend. To RSVP for this event please register via our Eventbrite. \nIf you wish to prototype and showcase a project\, you must submit an Expression of Interest form by January 10th.
URL:https://dtlbdesigndistrict.design/event/the-making-of-a-design-district-workshop-part-3-develop/
LOCATION:CA
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