What's Happening in Alamitos Heights
Twice Monthly from Spring to Fall
2026
2025
Wine Down Friday Season Sponsor
Thank You!
The Alamitos Heights Improvement Association (AHIA) would like to thank our Members, Season Sponsor, and most of all our Season Hosts for helping AHIA bring our Wine Down Friday gatherings to life.
Thank you, our 2026 Season Sponsor and Neighbor, Charles Chang of CMC Reality & Property Management. Thank you for your support in helping with our mission of "Building Community Together."
Annual Toss, Recycle, Shred Event
TIME FOR SPRING CLEANING
Our annual Toss, Recycle, Shred Event is one of our most popular events that neighbors participate in. The last two years, we shredded over 3,000 lbs and filled a 40 ft dumpster!
It's Time to TOSS, SHRED & RECYCLE
Saturday, April 11th
9 AM – 12 PM
@ Alamitos Heights Park
corner of Vermont St. & Orlena Ave.
Clear out that clutter and do some good for the planet!
Bring your:
✅ Documents for secure shredding
✅ E-waste & Batteries (old electronics—last year we filled two huge bins!)
✅ Junk that’s been piling up in your garage (last year we packed a 40-ft dumpster! )
Important: Our bins get picked up at 12 PM sharp, so come early! The dumpster will close at noon or when full. Sorry, no paint.
This FREE event is just one of the many perks of being an AHIA member! Not a community member? You can still participate for a $45 fee, or better yet, join us today! Membership helps support events like this, strengthens our community, and gives you access to exclusive benefits. You can pay at the event check-in.
Let’s work together to keep our alleys and neighborhood clean and green! Spread the word, bring your junk, and let’s make this another successful cleanup!
See you Saturday, April 11th!
BIG thank you to @portoflongbeach for helping us sponsor this event! Shoutout to @thecclb for your assistance.
Community Meeting
SAVE THE DATE
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11th, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Recreation Park Social Hall
4900 E. 7th Street
(the corner of Federation Way and 6th at Little Rec. Golf Course)
This meeting will focus on the issues that matter most to Alamitos Heights Residents.
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
District 3 Representative
Paul Van Dyke, Traffic Engineer
Adrian Puyott, Project Specialist
Sean Devereaux, Community Engagement Officer, Office of the City Manager, and liaison with the LA28 Olympics.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the Studebaker and 7th Street Speed Camera Projects, Updates on the Colorado Lagoon Project,t and get an early preview of LA28 Olympic activities, plans, and opportunities in Long Beach.
Walking distance from the neighborhood, and plenty of free parking is available in the lot in front of the building.
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The Annual Colorado Lagoon Tree Lighting
Our Annual Tradition
For 36 years, the Alamitos Heights Improvement Association, AHIA, has proudly brought the cherished tradition of celebrating the lighting of "Trees on the Bay" at the Colorado Lagoon.
AHIA's Role in Trees on the Bay & Tree Lighting Ceremony:
We Fund It: Since 1988, a large percentage of our non-profit budget has been dedicated to this tradition. AHIA not only helps fund this event but also helps subsidize “Trees on the Bay” in the Colorado Lagoon.
We Organize It: Our small team of volunteers secures the vendors, arranges for the carolers, the cookies, hot cocoa, and Santa—all while reaching out to sponsors to help cover costs to host this tradition of welcoming in the holiday season.
We Manage It: We are the ones on the ground, managing the logistics, permits, and safety for everyone who attends.
NEW Location, Just Closer to Home!
Last year, we had a record turnout of over 500 attendees from all across Long Beach at the Colorado Lagoon. Our small, all-volunteer nonprofit organization simply cannot support the management and security for a crowd of that size.
To ensure we can continue this cherished event safely and sustainably for our neighborhood, we are bringing this holiday tradition back to the heart of Alamitos Heights. This year, we’ll be celebrating at a NEW location: Alamitos Heights Park (on Orlena & Vermont St.).
What you can do to help continue the tradition:
Donate: Attend the tree lighting and bring a donation. If not attending, Venmo or drop a check to our Board Member at 505 Ultimo Avenue.
Volunteer: Help during the event for an hour or two... serving hot chocolate, greeting, or as a Santa’s helper. It’s challenging to get event volunteers the day after Thanksgiving, so everyone makes a difference! Contact president@ahia.info