The Long Beach Interfaith Clergy Association honored the men and women First Responders of the City of Long Beach.
The whole community was invited to honor the Long Beach Police and Fire Departments, Auxiliary Police, Volunteer Fire and Rescue and our Lifeguards.
The event was held on Sunday October 25, 2009 at 4:00 pm at Temple Emanu-El located at 455 Neptune Boulevard in Long Beach.
There was a nice Auxiliary Police presence- dressed in Class A uniforms. LBPD officers, also in Class A uniforms were present as well.
Family members were also present. Following the presentation and special blessings on the First Responders and their families, coffee and cakes were served and fine conversation was held by all.
First Responders act out of kindness and duty- not for recognition. Nonetheless it feels great to know that the community and the community leaders support the efforts of these fine individuals and acknowledge the roles that their families play as well.
At 11:00 AM on Sunday October 25, 2009, St. Mary of the Isle Church held its annual “Procession of our Lord of the Miracles” procession.
This is a major church event with a lot of participants. As the procession goes around the church various streets need to be closed. Heavy pedestrian traffic needs to be protected.
Since this is a large procession that stretches across several blocks at a time, multiple intersections required simultaneous coverage. It is always important that we have a strong showing of officers.
After monsoon like weather the day before, this event was held on an especially sunny and nice day for late October. In coordination with an LBPD motorcycle unit, all five of the Auxiliary Police vehicles were used- along with extra personnel to cover the traffic control needs.
The Fall Festival will take place on Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and 12 from 10AM to 4PM at Kennedy Plaza on Park Avenue and National Boulevard.
It will be featuring entertainment, food, rides, craft vendors, a pumpkin patch and so much more. There will be fun and interests for the entire family.
In addition to the pumpkin patch, the kids can enjoy their own costume parade, puppet shows, crafts, and a real carousel. Hay wagon and fire engine rides will also be provided.
Adults will enjoy eating Autumn treats. There will be a live musical acts.
Long Beach Auxiliary Police had an extremely successful booth offering hot dogs, beverages AND LIMITED EDITION SUPPORTER TEE-SHIRTS! It was operated through the volunteer efforts of members of the unit, family and friends. The booth serves as an important fundraiser for the Auxiliary Police and provides yet another great opportunity to interact with each other and the community while promoting awareness of the department’s functions.
The annual Ancient Order of Hibernians Irish Day and Parade will begin at Washington Boulevard at 12:00 noon and will proceed all the way down to the West End where the street fair will be held. There will be fun for the entire family with rides and delicious food. There are many tables selling handmade, eclectic, Irish and one-of-a-kind wares. Beech Street in the trendy West End- from New York Boulevard to Connecticut Boulevard will be closed for the huge and successful festival.
Despite initial weather forecasts for rain and storms the day started out rather warm and dry. The parade was impressive as always. The festival was very well attended. Later in the afternoon the sky opened up to 10 minutes of heavy rain but subsided after that. Visitors were not deterred! The Long Beach Auxiliary Bicycle Patrol became part of the parade and received notable attention. Close down was busy and brisk but finished without a hitch. Thanks to the officers who came out to aid in traffic and pedestrian control, to family and friends who operated the Auxiliary booth where Supporter Tee Shirts were sold and to all of the supporters who bought shirts and gave donations.
The City of Long Beach Police Department enforces a Zero Tolerance Alcohol Policy on Irish Day.
The annual Labor Day race began at 8:30 am at Riverside Boulevard on the Boardwalk. It ran West on the Boardwalk to New York Avenue, East on Broadway to Pacific, West on Shore Road (against normal traffic flow) to Neptune and then back on the Boardwalk with the finish line back where it all started! All registered runners received free admission to the beach and a commemorative t-shirt. Awards were presented in several categories.
A race in a small geographical area such as Long Beach means that many intersections will be crossed by the runners- sometimes involving easily more than sixty times- including major thoroughfares such as Park Avenue, Beech Street and Broadway. The Labor Day race is one of our “all hands needed” events. The LBAPD Bicycle Patrol plays an important role both leading the runners and sprinting around the City to locate the various tail runners that break away from the pack.
The Wounded Warrior Project will be marching through the West End of Long Beach.
The mission of the Long Beach Waterfront Warriors is to honor those who have fearlessly served in our military to defend our freedom.
The Long Beach Waterfront Warriors is a project in cooperation with the Wounded Warrior Project and the City of Long Beach.
The Auxiliary Police will be there to show support and to aid in traffic and pedestrian flow.
Muster will be at 1:15 PM at Auxiliary Police HQ. Further details are posted on the duty board. This will also be a bike patrol event!
To learn more about the Wounded Warrior Project, go to:
For information about the Long Beach Waterfront Warriors go to :
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gether a team to detail our vehicles. Our vehicles are often the first impression that our fine unit makes. Please join us at 11:00 AM on Saturday August 28 2009 (event rescheduled due to Wounded Warrior Parade on the 30th and now postponed until soon!- Check here for details.) to wash and detail the exterior and interior of each vehicle. As always, a pizza lunch will be served. Feel free to bring a family member (of all ages!) or a friend!
Sign up on the duty board if you are available!
Such a great event that Long Beach has two Arts & Crafts Fairs every summer!
Over two hundred vendors of eclectic crafts, art and food lined both sides of the Boardwalk centered at Riverside Boulevard. The Fair was held from 9:00am to 7:00pm on both days. It is historically one of the most successful events on the boardwalk- not only for the community but also for the Long Beach Auxiliary Police.
We had a nice turnout considering the variable weather reports and Hurricane Bill causing some havok to the beach. The booth was operated by volunteers and supporters consisting of Auxiliary Police, family and friends. All of the proceeds will go to help support the operations of the Long Beach Auxiliary Police.
Office of Emergency Management Commissioner Callahan will be joining Legislator Denise Ford and other City Administrative and Elected Officials on July 27, 2009 at 7:00 PM at Long Beach City Hall, 1 West Chester St. Long Beach, NY 11561 to present a program on Hurricane Preparedness.
CERT Speakers Bureau members will also have a display table at the event.
Encourage your neighbors and friends to attend! This informative program will help everyone be better prepared for a disaster!
Over 200 craft and food vendors will be lining the boardwalk from Edwards Boulevard to Long Beach Boulevard. The Fair will be open 9am to 7pm. In addition to crafts and food, expect to find live entertainment, demonstrations, raffles, and much more.