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Every August, the sounds of America's music – jazz – fills the Long Beach air. Fans of this historic musical genre gather at Rainbow Lagoon Park to hear some of the top artists on the scene performing during the Long Beach Jazz Festival. This popular three day event is staged on a beautiful grassy knoll in the park that makes for an experience that is as visually stunning as it is aurally pleasing. The festival also features a great selection of food, arts and crafts, as well as the wares of various vendors.

Pyramids hold a kind of mysterious allure. Satisfy your kids' curiosity (and your own) when you pay a visit to the Walter Pyramid on the campus of California State University in Long Beach. This architectural attraction is hard to miss as its pyramid shaped structure creates a truly arresting image on the area's skyline. It is only one of three pyramid-shaped buildings in the country and is used for various functions on campus that include sporting events and conferences as well as weddings and even a backdrop for filming commercials and movies.

There is a keen sense of adventure that you will feel the minute you step into the Long Beach Antique Mall. This is an impressive group of merchants and vendors who specialize in all things vintage. The selection of furniture, jewelry, clothing and accessories, glassware, pottery and other types of art is truly staggering. There's something to appeal to every interest, including books, magazines, juke boxes, vintage audio equipment, and every type of collectable you can think of!

When making plans for your evening, there always seems to be a bit of difficulty deciding where to have dinner and then where to have drinks. Make it a complete no-brainer by doing both at Long Beach's Auld Dubliner. This popular nightlife establishment has been putting smiles on the faces of its many visitors over the years as it offers the genuine charm of a classic Irish pub and restaurant. Of course you can find the traditional corned beef and cabbage and beef stew on the menu, but also you can feast on such treats as grilled salmon, salads, and an impressive selection of appetizers, entrees, and desserts. And of course, the wide selection of beers, ales and lagers is second to none!