Belmont Shore Chocolate Festival
Saturday, February 8, 2014
1:00 - 4:00PM

The Belmont Shore Chocolate Festival!  This is the 11th year of this event in Belmont Shore held annually on the 2nd Saturday of February.  Belmont Shore Businesses will be offering an array of chocolate treats and other sweets for all chocolate lovers along with other sweets to satisfy the whole family. 
 
There is no entry fee for the event, only the cost of tickets used to purchase the dessert items.  A book of twelve tickets is $10 and will be sold starting Feb. 1st at Belmont Shore businesses; The Beach on 2nd, La Strada, Olives Gourmet, Salon Soma, Shore Business Center, Sweet Jill’s & We Olive.   Tickets may be purchased during the festival in front of Chase Bank (5200 E. 2nd St.).
 
The Homemade Chocolate Dessert Contest will take place for those who think they have a recipe for a chocolate dessert worthy of an award.  A panel of judges will sample the desserts and choose winners in three categories: Chocolate Cakes & Pies, Chocolate Cookies & Brownies and Unique Chocolate Treats.  Entry forms are available on the events page of the Belmont Shore website.  It costs $10 per dessert to enter.  The contest tent will be located on Corona Ave. (only judges may sample the desserts).  Please sign up before Friday Feb. 7th.  See below
 
Those who would rather eat chocolate than make it are welcome to enter the Hof’s Hut Chocolate Pie Eating Contest.  Contestants will race each other to see who can eat an individual size chocolate cream pie the fastest.  Winners of all contests will be announced at 4:00PM on Corona Ave. (south of 2nd St.) and will receive trophies.  The following are the age categories and contest times:
                  3:00PM                  Kids 6 – 8                                                  3:30PM                  Kids 15 – 17
                  3:10PM                  Kids 9 -11                                                 3:40PM                  Adults
                  3:20PM                  Kids 12 – 14
 
The Cake and Coupon Walk:  Be the lucky person walking down 2nd st. during event and you just may win a gift from a Belmont Shore Business. 
Activities & entertainment will be sprinkled along 2nd st. that will include face-painting, ballooning & musicians.
Also...shop for your Valentine’s Day gifts...

Look for retail stores to have in-house treats:  In 2013
Apostrophe Books – Book Signing & treats
Blue Windows – Free Chocolate caramel marshmallow with coupon
card to people who sign up on mailing list. No ticket required.
2nd Street Beauty – Sample gift package & more... 
White House Black Market-10% just show your ticket book
 
For more information on the Belmont Shore Chocolate Festival, visit www.BelmontShore.org or call (562) 434-3066

Dessert Contest Rules
Dessert Contest Sign-up
 

2013 WINNERS!  Congratulations!

Homemade Dessert Contest

Best in Show: Zeke's Terrific Toffee by Stacy Babian

Unique Treats:
1) Chocolate Caramel Candy by Jo-Dee Johnson
2) Fig and Red Wine Truffle by Stefanie Kelly
3) Chocolate Caramel with sea salt by Gerrie Speirs

Cookies & Brownies:
1) Oreo Fudge Brownie Bar by Natalie Piscopo
2) Angel's Awesome Brownies by Angel Luna
3) Cheesecake Swirl Brownies by Alexandra Thomas

Cakes & Pies:
1) Red Wine Chocolate Cake by Kelli Vos
2) Chocolate Raspberry Cheescake by LeBaron & family
3) Cheescake Pops by Natalie Piscopo 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCAVENGER HUNT
APRIL 1 - 30

Discover more in Belmont Shore and Naples by playing in the FREE Belmont Shore & Naples Scavenger Hunt. Pick up a Scavenger Hunt game form at any of the participating businesses starting April 1st and let the adventure begin! Collect stickers from as many businesses as you can, match the business to their “fun fact” and be entered to win one of hundreds of prizes.

With prizes including a $250 cash grand prize, and $10 - $100 gift certificates to 2nd street restaurants, you are sure to have a good time while enjoying some of the best of Belmont Shore.

Play anytime during April 1st–April 30th. 
 
For a list of participating businesses or more information call (562) 434-3066 or www.facebook.com/belmontshorenaplesscavengerhunt 

Belmont Shore "CashMob”enger
Thursday, April 11, 6pm

Belmont Shore is having a Cash Mob combined with the Scavenger Hunt. Long Beach Cash Mob is a way for people in LB to meet up in a group effort to support our local small businesses.
"A cash mob is a group of people who assemble at a local small business and all buy items from that business. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community."
​Mobbers meet on 2nd St. at the Fire Station. The Big Red Bus will transport mobbers to a secret mob location after a tour through Belmont Shore & Naples to point our the Scavenger Hunt participants.  All Mobbers have to spend at least $20.  A prize drawing and refreshments are included.  http://www.facebook.com/LongBeachCashMob?fref=ts
 

ROAR IN THE SHORE...Belmont Shore
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
5p to 8pm
2nd Street & Corona & Covina on the south side of the street
ADMISSION IS FREE

Experience part of the...Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach
Race cars on display
Driver autographs, and a racing simulator
Live Band and more...

http://www.gplb.com/

STROLL & SAVOR
Wednesday & Thursday, May 15 & 16
5:30pm-9:00pm

Belmont Shore's most popular event is a summer long "taste of Belmont Shore", with over 40 restaurants offering the best of their menus. Enjoy an evening strolling 2nd Street, savoring food from around the globe, and listening to talented local musicians as you stroll with your family, friends, and dogs (yes, we have treats for dogs too!) enjoy the festive atmosphere and indulge in all your favorite local restaurants.
 Stroll & Savor is a “Taste of Belmont Shore” held two-nights in May, June, July & August!  The first of the series will begin on May 15 & 16th, from 5:30p to 9:00pm and is sponsored by GLENN E. THOMAS FIAT 
 
This traditional Belmont Shore event is enjoyed by the whole family, and is a great time to get together with friends, while strolling 2nd street and savoring the cuisine from our Belmont Shore restaurants.
 
Live entertainment on Corona & 2nd & LaVerne & 2nd street gives the night a festive feel! Performing Wed., May 15th is Dad Company & the Jim Fisk Band & Thursday, May 16 is Bank of Others & Jim Fisk Bank.  Both bands have performed before and are LB locals. 
 
Buy your tickets one-week before each event at Beach on 2nd , La Strada, Olives Gourmet, Salon Soma, Shore Business Center, Roe & We Olive.  Tickets also sold in front of CHASE BANK night of event.  The cost is $10 for a ticket book of 12 tickets. 
Other Stroll & Savor dates:  June 19, 20-July 17, 18-August 14, 15
 
As you stroll with your family, friends, dogs (yes we have treats for dogs also) enjoy these Belmont Shore Restaurants that include:  A.I., , Buona Gente, BJ’s Pizza & Grill, BouBouffe, Dogz, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Domenicos, Frosted Cupcakery, Georges Greek Café, Jamba Juice, La Creperie, La Strada, Legends, Magic Lamp Grill, Lucille’s, , Natraj Cuisine, New York Upper Crust, Nick’s on 2nd, Olives Gourmet, Open Sesame, Panama Joes, Paradis, Peets Coffee & Tea, Phuket Thai, Polly’s Gourmet Coffee, Powell’s Sweet Shop, Pussy & Pooch, Rileys, Rubios, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Roe Restaurant, Shannons Bayshore, Seaside Salad, Simmzy’s, Starbucks, Super Mex, Sweet Jills, Taco Surf, Tavern on 2, Thai Gourmet, Venissimo Cheese, We Olive, Yen Sushi, Yogurtland.
 
*Restaurants are subject to change
 
For more information, visit www.BelmontShore.org or call (562) 434-3066
 

Tickets are sold at various locations on 2nd Street and are available for pre-sale one-week before the event or day of purchase. $10 for a book of 12 tickets.  
May 15th- Live entertainment on Corona & 2nd (5200 Block of 2nd):  DAD COMPANY.  Also, THE JIM FISK BAND will entertain on LaVerne & 2nd in front of FROMEX.
May 16th - Live entertainment on Corona & 2nd will be BAND OF OTHERS.  THE JIM FISK BAND back again on 2nd & LaVerne.
 
Other Stroll & Savor dates:  June 19, 20 - July 17, 18 - August 14, 15
 

 

 

STROLL & SAVOR
Wednesday & Thursday, June 19 & 20

Belmont Shore’s most popular event is a summer long “taste of Belmont Shore,” with over 40 restaurants offering the best of their menus. Enjoy an evening strolling 2nd Street, savoring cuisines from around the globe, and listening to talented local musicians. As you stroll with your family, friends and dogs (yes, we have treats for dogs too!) enjoy the festive atmosphere and indulge in all your favorite local restaurants.

Tickets are sold at various locations on 2nd Street and are available for pre-sale one-week before the event or day of purchase. $10 for a book of 12 tickets. Tickets can be used for the two nights in June only.

June 20:  Entertainment on 2nd & Corona by award winning GREGG YOUNG AND THE 2ND STREET BAND.
 Other Stroll & Savor dates: -July 17, 18 - August 14, and 15

For information on where to purchase tickets, or a list of participating businesses, call (562) 434-3066



 

STROLL & SAVOR
Wednesday & Thursday, July 17 & 18
5:30 to 9:00pm

Belmont Shore’s most popular event is a summer long “taste of Belmont Shore,” with over 40 restaurants offering the best of their menus. Enjoy an evening strolling 2nd Street, savoring cuisines from around the globe, and listening to talented local musicians. As you stroll with your family, friends and dogs (yes, we have treats for dogs too!) enjoy the festive atmosphere and indulge in all your favorite local restaurants.

Tickets are sold at various locations on 2nd Street and are available for pre-sale one-week before the event or day of purchase. $10 for a book of 12 tickets. Tickets can be used for the two nights in July only.

Live entertainment:  MIDNIGHT RIDE will perform on July 18th on 2nd & Corona (5200 E. 2nd ).
Other Stroll & Savor dates: August 14, and 15

For information on where to purchase tickets, or a list of participating businesses, call (562) 434-3066

Summer Sidewalk Sale 2013

 

STROLL & SAVOR  
Wednesday & Thursday, August 14 & 15  
5:30 to 9:00pm

Wednesday & Thursday, August 14 & 15th:  Belmont Shore’s most popular event is a summer long “taste of Belmont Shore,” with over 40 restaurants offering the best of their menus. Enjoy an evening strolling 2nd Street, savoring cuisines from around the globe, and listening to talented local musicians. As you stroll with your family, friends and dogs (yes, we have treats for dogs too!) enjoy the festive atmosphere and indulge in all your favorite local restaurants.

Tickets are sold at various locations on 2nd Street and are available for pre-sale one-week before the event or day of purchase. $10 for a book of 12 tickets. Tickets can be used for the two nights in June only.

Live entertainment:  Aug. 14 is the award winning GREGG YOUNG & THE 2ND STREET BAND on 2nd & Corona (5200 block of 2nd).
Aug. 15 welcome new this year:  TASTY FIFTH on 2nd & Corona
For information on where to purchase tickets, or a list of participating businesses, call (562) 434-3066 
belmontshore.org

 

 

24th Annual Belmont Shore Car Show:  Sunday, September 8,  9am to 3pm

The Belmont Shore Business Association is hosting the 24rd Annual Belmont Shore Car Show Sunday, September 8, 2013. The event is a long-standing community favorite that draws upwards of 50,000 from all over California to Belmont Shore.  The fourteen-block stretch of East Second Street will be closed from Bayshore Avenue to Livingston Avenue for the event.  Up to 700 classic cars will be on display making it one of the largest car shows of its kind on the West Coast.  The side streets that intersect with Second Street will also be closed to the alleys for the purpose of exhibiting cars.
What makes this car show unique is its location.  Taking place on the usually busy Second Street (driven by an estimated 40,000 vehicles per day), attendees have the opportunity to intermix shopping and dining with viewing the gorgeous automobiles.  After all Belmont Shore is home to over fifty unique and upscale shops and nearly fifty restaurants, cafes and sweet shops!  You also can’t beat the weather of this beachside town with the warm sun and ocean breezes.
But of course it’s the cars that bring the large crowd.  You can expect to find some of the first automobiles ever made as well as classic roadsters, coupes, sedans, convertibles, muscle cars, sports cars, hot rods and low riders from the 1920’s through the mid 1970’s.  Many cars are one-of-a-kind, limited editions or customized.  It’s estimated that the total value of the cars on display will be in the ballpark of $25 million!
Returning to coordinate the Car Show is the Bay City Rodders car club of Seal Beach.  The cost to enter is $30 for pre-registration, $35 at the show, and $80 to be a “power parker”.  Power parkers allow entrants to park in their chosen location without waiting in line prior to regular entries. Visit www.baycityrodders.com for an application and more information on entering.
To enter your car and for more information, visit www.BayCityRodders.com.

East Second Street from Livingston to Bay Shore and intersecting side streets from Quincy Avenue to Claremont Avenue will be closed to traffic from 5:00am to 5:00pm. We recommend parking in the beach lot off Ocean Boulevard
 

 

 

 

 

 

The Belmont Shore Business Association presents…

The Belmont Shore Art Walk & Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest

Take a Walk on the Art Side

Saturday, October 19, 2013 9am to 4pm

To celebrate Long Beach Arts Month: http://longbeachartsmonth.org

Where all steps lead to creativity – The Young Artist Art Contest:  Grades Pre-K to 12th grade, showcase their art inside Belmont Shore businesses for two weeks. Ribbons awarded to each grade based on originality, technique & composition.  

2012 Art Walk Winners!!!
Artist        Artwork Title       School

Pre-K
1st: Gianna Satariano, Sparkly Flower, Naples
2nd: Alex, Halloween Monster, Naples
3rd: Alex, Happy Colors, Naples

Kindergarten
1st: Jaxon Love, The Road to Big Bear, Naples
2nd: Paloma Blommer, Lady Bug, Naples
3rd: Marcelina Leonor, The Queen’s new Castles,Naples

Grade 1
1st: Chloe Josefina, My Landscape, Naples
2nd: Chloe Josefina, My Seascape, Naples
3rd: Chili Sloop, Happy Birthday Cake, Naples

Grade 2
1st: Sahsa Khanin, Spring, Naples
2nd:  Matthew Freede, VanGoght’s Chair, Naples
3rd: Isabel Valaika, Mom’s Favorite, Westerly
3rd: Melody Dadgar, Wild Bird, Naples

Grade 3
1st: Brynn Anderson, Penguin on a Glacier, Fremont
2nd: Brynn Anderson, Lily, Fremont
3rd: Austin, Abstract Picasso, Naples

Grade 4
1st Aaron Pantovich    Lovebirds  Naples
2nd Chloe Pullman Bird in the Rainforest Fremont
3rd Chance Paxton Untitled   Westerly

Grade 5
1st: Isabela Castillos, Peanut Butter, Westerly
2nd: Julia Grugan, Disco Nights, Naples
3rd: Ben Le Maedo, Star Scream, Naples

Grade 6
1st: Bailey Johnson, Blue Waters, Rogers
2nd: Henry Littleworth, Silent Observer, Rogers
3rd: Nicole Paulovich, Fall in the Mountains, Rogers

Grade 7
1st: Mia Haballah, Blue Sunset, Rogers
2nd: Tess Anderson, Flower Garden, Rogers
3rd: Lily Yamasaki, It’s Only the Way You See It, Rogers

Grade 8
1st:  Chase Sturges, A Leaf From the Charcoal Tree, Westerly
2nd: Samatha Chapman, Untitled,  Rogers
3rd: Alec Davis, Blues Guitar, Rogers

High School
1st: Hannah Cunningham. 12th grade Wilson
2nd: Jessica Koenen,  12th grade Wilson
3rd: Brittany Chea,  12th grade Wilson

Transforming Sidewalks to Studios  - Artist will demonstrate paint, display their art & make them available for sale. Artist spaces are still available by contacting Sandy Rice @ sabilsandy@yahoo.com

Walk the Walk see the Chalk – Justin Rudd’s Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest attracts seasoned and emergent visual artists. This 11th annual event will showcase the works of diverse artists who will use chalk as their medium, and the sidewalks of Belmont Shore as their canvas. Cash prizes will be awarded.  Presented by Justin Rudd and his nonprofit Community Action Team (C.A.T.).  To enter and learn more visit:  justinrudd.com or email justin@justinrudd.com

Artistic Activities for the whole family include: artist stations, face painting, ballooning

5200 E. 2nd st. in front of Chase Bank

For more information visit www.belmontShore.org or call (562) 434-3066.

TRICK OR TREAT ON 2ND ST.

Thursday, October 31, 2013
4:00pm – 6:00pm

Calling all ghosts, goblins, princesses and superheroes! Grab a bag and come show off your costumes in return for some serious candy loot! Walk the streets of Belmont Shore and trick or treat in participating businesses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

31ST ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE
Saturday, December 7, 2013
6:00pm – 9:00pm

The Belmont Shore Christmas Parade will march down East Second Street to the beat of over a dozen local marching bands. Featuring over 100 entries, including floats designed by Long Beach businesses and associations, marching bands, and local personalities and dignitaries. And of course, no Christmas Parade would be complete without an appearance by good ole’ St. Nick!

The parade route is along East Second Street and begins heading east from Livingston Avenue to Bayshore Avenue. Entries return to Livingston Avenue heading west along the north side of East Second Street.

Start time will be at 6:00pm again this year. East 2nd St. will close to traffic at 5:00pm, at which time spectators may set up chairs and blankets for a front row seat to the parade.

Floats will be judges based on Execution of Theme, Orginality of Design and Spectator Appeal.  Theme TBA.  Parade applications will be available after September 1, 2013.

PARADE WILL PROCEED RAIN OR SHINE

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