University by the Sea is located in downtown Long Beach, a
revitalized epicenter for eclectic art, life and
entertainment.
Downtown Long Beach is quickly becoming the ideal urban
neighborhood: it is home to five playhouses, over a dozen art
gallery spaces, a monthly art walk, dozens of restaurants featuring
international and local fares, dance clubs, an organic public garden,
new artist lofts and condos, a waterfront pier, nearly twenty cafés…and
more.
Weinviteyou to discover why downtown Long Beach
wasjust named one of the “top ten turnaround downtowns in America”
by the Urban Land Institute.
Please take a moment to learn how these diverse groups are supporting the downtown revolution.
Downtown Long Beach Associates
Since 1937, the Downtown Long Beach Associates (DLBA), a
team representing over 1,800 business owners, property owners and
realtors, has initiated programs to strengthen downtown quality of
life. The DLBA is hosting famed urban theorist Richard Florida at
its State of the Downtown luncheon on Nov. 14, and tickets are now on sale.
Long Beach Redevelopment Agency
The Redevelopment Agency breathes life into our neediest
neighborhoods, promotes economic vitality, and builds healthy
communities. It is committed to improving quality of life for all
Long Beach residents.:
DOMA Properties & AQUA
Hailed as “Long Beach’s urban living specialists,” DOMA
Properties is reinventing real estate by establishing real services for
urbanites and creating spaces that capture the beauty, warmth and
personality of Long Beach’s unique art deco past. DOMA is
particularly proud of its latest project, AQUA.
offers outstanding services and location as
part of downtown Long Beach’s emerging loft district. Sites are
filling fast due to their smart beauty, quality, amenities and
affordability. Visit their website for a sneak peek at floor
plans.
Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau
For a great overview of Long Beach’s top festivals,
attractions, restaurants, hotels and services, visit the Convention
& Visitors Bureau’s new website. Don’t forget to visit the
“Special Offers” page for discounts ranging from theatre tickets to
dining to admission discounts for the the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Lennar
Formed in 1954 on a core mission to deliver quality,
integrity and value, Lennar is a home-building company that creates
outstanding move-up and retirement homes across America.
OCTOBERfive
Octoberfive is pushing the wave of downtown revitalization
with its recent Press-Telegram loft project in downtown Long
Beach. The former Press-Telegram building on Pine Avenue will be
carefully converted to lofts using environmentally-friendly materials
and techniques, while still being true to the building’s original 1924
design. Visit their website to discover this unique new downtown
project.
Cal State-Long Beach
Cal State-Long Beach is taking over downtown Long Beach at
University by the Sea, and we couldn’t be happier. Visit CSULB’s
website to learn about its amazing research accomplishments and student
successes; visit with new President F. King Alexander; and see why
CSULB is one of California’s top-ranked state universities. Go
Beach!
Charter Communications
Long Beach has one of the most active community
broadcasting stations with local origination Channel 3 and the most
active public access stations in the country. This is due in
large part to Charter Communications’ commitment to its community
partnerships.
The District Weekly
The District Weekly offers an independent look at Long
Beach arts, culture, politics and food. From an interview with
the Cold War Kids (Long Beach residents) to investigative research into
Long Beach issues, the District is your cool counterculture
perspective to all things Long Beach.
Long Beach Transit
Long Beach Transit's missionis to provide public transit
services that enhance and improve the quality of life for the people in
our community. They take pride in the fact that their annual surveys
consistently document that 90% of Long Beach Transit customers rate
their service as good or excellent.
The Passport
On The Passport, you'll enjoy many
of the best sites Long Beach has to offer. Visit the famous Queen Mary
and relive the glorious days of "Titanic" era ocean liners. Or travel
along our sun-dappled coast to the Long Beach Museum of Art, Belmont
Shore, Alamitos Bay Landing, the college campus at CSULB and on to Los
Altos Market Center.
Little Saigon in Westminster, CA
University by the Sea is proud to link Long Beach and
Westminster to share the rich culture of our neighbor's Little Saigon.
Esteemed members of the Vietnam community are performing and teaching
classes at Sevilla for University by the Sea. In addition, Little Saigon
is undertaking its own large project, an international gateway sign to
welcome visitors to Little Saigon.
Sister Cities of Long Beach, Inc.
Long Beach first became involved in the Sister City
International Program in 1963, when the city of Long Beach and the city
of Yokkaichi, Japan established a partnership with the signing of
affiliation documents making the two communities sister cities. Today,
Long Beach enjoys eight Sister Cities and one Friendship City
relationship. They provide over 20 annual cultural events in the Long
Beach community, host over 25 international delegations per year and
an Annual International Sister City Festival drawing close to 1000
attendees.
The Arts Council for Long Beach
From established artists to their admirers, the Arts
Council is a one-stop-shop for art resources, events and
programs. Visit their website to learn about SPIN, the Arts
Council’s recent collaboration with Long Beach Redevelopment Agency for a
dynamic sculpture series celebrating the beauty, meaning and facets of
bicycles.
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