University by the Sea is located in downtown Long Beach, a revitalized epicenter for eclectic art, lifestyle 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.
We invite you to discover why downtown Long Beach was just 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.
Pine@Sixth
Pine@Sixth 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. Learn more abou the project at www..littlesaigonarchways.com.
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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Re-Imagining the Arts Forum
The Arts Council and the Creativity Network will be hosting a televised "Re-Imagining the Arts" forum on Saturday. November 3rd at the Museum of Latin American Art with pre-show planning workshops on Saturday, October 27th from 1pm-5pm at Renaissance High School for the Arts.
To participate in this exciting opportunity to redefine the arts in Long Beach, please RSVP to Antonio Ruiz. |
