Long Beach to host sanctioned public drinking event in August

Long Beach to host sanctioned public drinking event in August

The city of Long Beach will host its first open-container event, allowing people to drink outdoors. The event will take place in the city’s first-ever Entertainment Zone, part of a city-approved pilot program that allows temporary open-container areas during special events. Dubbed the "EZ Sip Launch Party," the event will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Aug. 2, along the Promenade, between Broadway and 3rd Street. Attendees can expect live …