Allison Van Wig, Local Realtor® Reflects On The Best Things To Appreciate About Living In Long Beach and Lakewood – Part 2 of 2

Two weeks ago, I wrote Part 1 of 2 of this blog and now as the new year is upon us I want to continue with the remainder of the special things that are on my list … As I said before, many of us will begin the customary tradition of re-evaluating our goals and re-affirming our desires for a fresh new approach to our ambitions and dreams.

One of the things I personally have decided to focus on this year was to be even more appreciative of all the great things being a resident of the Long Beach and Lakewood communities have to offer

Long Beach offers 152 parks with 25 community centers, two major tennis centers, and one of the busiest municipal golf systems in the country with five golf courses. Lakewood brings us even more parks with organized special events like the Pan American Fiesta, Patriot Day, Concerts in the Park, the Block Party and Halloween Carnivals plus two community senior centers where resi­dents can have fun, take classes and receive supportive advice on social services.

Our different neighborhoods: Belmont Shore to Bixby Knolls to the Lakewood Mutuals plus our very own Naples Island with all the charm and character you could imagine in every neighborhood.

The Pyramid at CSULB where you can buy tickets to professional events at inexpensive prices.

Seventeen Historical districts throughout our cities with homes that have a variety of distinctive charm … from older homes to contemporary suburbia type houses; The Cliff May Ranchos; 1920 Victorian homes and of course the Spanish stuccos replicating the haciendas of yesterday.

The Gondola Getaway rides on Alamitos Bay for romantic sunset cruises and holiday light sightseeing.

And … last but not the least, the only off-leash dog beach in all of LA County which was recently renamed and dedicated as Rosie’s Dog Beach after the beloved bull dog that inspired it.

Visit www.budurl.com/LBDogZone or scan the bar code with your smart phone to see how our four legged friends can frolic and play.

 

As a full-time Realtor® for the last 23 years, I have had the pleasure of working with many clients to become members of our communities – When it comes to local real estate there is nothing I love more than helping buyers and sellers with the purchase or sale of their home. The areas that I specialize in are these two communities … Long Beach and Lakewood, so please take a little time this coming New Year to explore all the things our cities have to offer. HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! ©

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Allison Van Wig, Local Realtor® Reflects On The Best Things To Appreciate About Living In Long Beach and Lakewood – Part 1 of 2

As many of us begin our holiday vacations and look forward to the the New Year, some will begin the customary tradition of re-evaluating our goals and re-affirming our desires for a fresh new approach to our ambitions and dreams. One of the things I personally have decided to focus on this coming new year was to be even more appreciative of all the great things being a resident of the Long Beach and Lakewood communities have to offer.

Most all of us probably already know about these wonderful things but I feel it is important to focus on a few that bring special enlightenment to all of our lives. In no particular order of preference, here is a list of the things I really appreciate about being a resident and working as a full-time Realtor® in these communities.

60 Miles of Bike Paths; and you know how I love my bike rides!

Alamitos Bay’s kayak rentals and wind sailing spots.

Two colleges CSULB - California State University, Long Beach and LBCC- Long Beach City College where we can not only pursue a formal education, but also learn photography, pottery making and jewelry design.

The diversity in restaurants that offer every type of food to include: Italian, Asian, Middle Eastern … you name it, we have it all here.

The Long Beach Unified School District that provides education to students in both cities is one of the world’s top 20 school systems and one of the top three in the United States.

Long Beach has one of the largest ports in the United States that supports our local economy.

As a full-time Realtor® for the last 23 years, I have had the pleasure of working with many clients to become members of our communities – When it comes to local real estate there is nothing I love more than helping buyers and sellers with the purchase or sale of their home. The areas that I specialize in are these two communities … Long Beach and Lakewood, so please take a little time this coming to explore all the things our two cities have to offer. HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE! ©

WWW.SUPERBROKER.COM … DIRECT PH: 562.882.1581

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Local Realtor® Allison Van Wig Gives a Thumbs Up to Tonight’s Special Holiday Version of First Fridays In Bixby Knolls

Set the Date … Atlantic Avenue will be lit and decorated on December 3 for the "Holiday Edition of First Fridays." There will be something for everyone with plenty of art, music, philanthropy, good cheer, and a tree and menorah lighting.
The 3rd Annual Bixby Knolls Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony will take place by the fountains at Nino's Italian Restaurant, 3853 Atlantic Avenue, beginning at 6:00pm.

For more information visit http://firstfridayslongbeach.com

The entire community is invited to come celebrate this tradition with the lighting of the tree and Hanukah Menorah, listen to carols, and enjoy some hot chocolate. As this will be a community tree, the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association is encouraging the tree decorations be donated from area businesses, schools, and residents. Ornaments can either be dropped off at the BKBIA office at 4313 Atlantic Avenue prior to December 3, or brought to the tree lighting ceremony on December 3.

First Fridays will feature: Strolling carolers, rockabilly, violins, gypsy jazz, Santa, holiday gift items, live art, s’mores, cider stops, DJ dance party, Robert Vargas portraits, stilt man, Timstrument, the Knolls Ranger…and a “preview” of Long Beach Clothing Co., who just relocated to Bixby Knolls.

Councilmember James Johnson’s “First Books at First Fridays” at the Dana Branch Library will feature Harry Potter himself reading Harry Potter to children beginning at 5:15pm. Face painting will be provided by Arty Brush Strokes and Harry Potter movie posters will be given to the first 50 kids in attendance…plus a Harry Potter-themed game with prizes. Enjoy light refreshments, too.  

Holiday music and celebration begins at 6:00pm at Nino’s, the lights are turned on at 6:30pm and then the Big Red Bus will transport people up and down Atlantic to the participating businesses.

This should be a wonderful evening. Look for me with my Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Alexia who loves a good holiday walk  … as many of you know who read my blog on a regular basis, in addition to my passion about real estate … I am an avid enthusiast in biking and hiking. I’ll be the one walking and Alexia will be …  well, let’s just say … she’ll be enjoying herself!

For information about living in Long Beach & Lakewood visit www.SuperBroker.com or call 562-882-1581

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