Welcome to Longbeachize. I’m, for the most part, a one-man team that is all about celebrating Long Beach and my vibrant community. Here’s my quick guide that lets you know how I guideline myself, my social media spaces (including my food group, the Long Beach Food Scene), my events, and my coverage:

Be respectful—and by that, we mean absolutely no hate language

• Let’s treat each other with kindness. In my own saying, “Eat well, be kind,” goes beyond the literal: Fulfill yourself by fulfilling others. The voices of those that speak with respect, substantiation, a genuine willingness to stand corrected, and kindness are held above all others.
• Criticism is welcomed—just make sure it is substantiated.

Join the conversation

• Share your thoughts and experiences, but let’s keep discussions constructive, on topic, and substantiated.
• Respect privacy; do not privately message group members, commenters, or sharers of articles aggressively. And please, do not share photos or personal info without their permission.

Share your stories

• Got a cool story or event to share? I’m all ears—just remember that I largely do this for free, so I am busy. There are other outlets—albeit significantly different than mine—that are also possibly open to your story. Don’t pull all your eggs into one basket. Media is diverse for a reason.

Questions or feedback?

Reach out to us anytime at brian@longbeachize.com. I’m here to help!