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We deliver over 2,200 newsletters door to door. But we may miss your door! So here is the newsletter. Enjoy [deliver dates approx. 7/14-7/17]RPNA issue 8
We deliver over 2,200 newsletters door to door. But we may miss your door! So here is the newsletter. Enjoy [deliver dates approx. 7/14-7/17]RPNA issue 8
In Season 2 of Heart of the Neighborhood podcast, we interview Abigail (pictured above), a Long Beach Poly High School sophomore who volunteered with Rose Park Neighborhood Association in the summer of 2024. Abigail volunteered through The Volunteer Center Impact Makers program, a 12-week program (8 weeks for summer), where high school participants learn about…
Winter is approaching and our beloved park at 8th St and Orizaba Ave needs a little attention to help it through the season. A little pruning, a little weeding, a little washing, and lots of camaraderie! When we all share in the work, it’s easy and enjoyable! Tools and supplies will be on-hand—all that’s needed…
Starting in March, things appeared to be up in the air for Rose Park Neighborhood Association. Like many Long Beach nonprofit organizations, we wondered how to move forward with the series of events, resident-led initiatives and street actions. How do we stay connected to residents and their needs during this time, while pressing issues are…
Efforts are being made to reach every Rose Parkian that has limited access to essential needs. Critical needs such as food, contact with up-to-date resources, face coverings, deliveries and so on! There are layers of food options but not all people know what they are. This applies to our senior and people with disability communities…
Scads of people talk about “doing what they love”. And for many in Rose Park community that is what they are doing. So much so, that it is a signature part of our culture. Rose Park Neighborhood Association is inviting ‘indie business owners’, self-employed, and artists to share their success stories. And maybe some precautionary…
If you are looking for a way to show your love for your community, Roses for Rose Park is offering a two hour rose painting workshop Sunday, February 27th. Participants will paint colorful roses on 18 inch wooden circles with guidance from Rose Park resident and artist Cody Lusby. Create one for yourself and one…