Feb. 23: Arts Camp, Moms Talk, Business Networking

It’s the middle of winter break and here’s what’s going on in Long Beach this Wednesday:

1. Earth Arts is holding an arts camp all week in which kids ages 5 and up gain instructions on how to explore and create with clay. Boys and girls can still get in on individual day classes, starting at 11 a.m., for $30 a session.

2. The Long Beach Library has a few programs for children: third-grade booksnackers features Jack Drake Know it All by Andrew Clements, a book about Jack’s quest to beat his extremely smart classmates in a contest, starting at 5:30 p.m.; and chess master Joel Salman will instruct a chess class for kids in second grade and up starting at 7:15 p.m.

3. Each Wednesday Patch features a Moms Talk forum. Today, our Moms Council and local parents take on a more localized question on what to do with your kids in Long Beach during winter break. Make sure you come back today at 1 p.m. to join the discussion and perhaps makes some suggestions.

4. Aspiring thespians, especially seniors, can partake in an acting workshop at the Magnolia Senior Center starting at 10:30 a.m. Novices are welcome at this workshop that will include improvisation.

5. Professionals and business owners, listen up! Each Wednesday the Allegria Hotel hosts a networking event for socializing and handing out business cards over music and appetizer specials starting at 4 p.m.