Wetherby won’t remove his hat yet because it’s been so weatherly outdoors. Wetherby’s a perfect example of a German shepherd: affectionate, loyal, and a glutton for play and exercise. Approach him with a pull-toy, and get ready for a tug-of-war workout for both of you. Wetherby wears a lot of hats, and the one he’s got on right now is his foster dog one. He’s taking time out from the kennel at the home of a substitute parent and is having the time of his life. He’d love to make it a permanent situation, so if a 4-year-old big buddy would fit into your lifestyle, contact Long Beach Animal Care Services to meet Wetherby! The shelter’s way over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt Wetherby or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors. Ask for ID#A737020
Archives for February 18, 2026
2/21 and 2/22: African American Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific

The Aquarium of the Pacific will host its twenty-fourth annual African American Festival, which features music, dance, historical displays, and the Aquarium’s Heritage Award ceremony. Guests can also experience presentations, including storytelling, hip hop and break dance, drum circles, and live bands during the festival. They can also visit participating booths with displays.
On the Saturday of the festival at 1:00 p.m., the Aquarium will honor the organization Black in Marine Science (BIMS) with the Heritage Award. BIMS is a global network aimed at driving innovation and providing technical assistance in marine science to empower communities worldwide.
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, February 21 and 22, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
COST: Included with general admission: $44.95 per adult (ages 12+), $34.95 per child (ages 3-11), $41.95 per senior (ages 62+), and free for Aquarium members and children under age three / Reservations required
INFO: (562) 590-3100 or aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/african_american_festival/ Reservations required.
Credit: The Aquarium of the Pacific.








