The Story of Plastic Documentary Screening at The Aquarium of The Pacific

Schedule

Tue Sep 30 2025 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Aquarium of the Pacific, Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, USA | Long Beach, CA

Advertisement
Kick off BYO Month in Long Beach with a free showing of The Story of Plastic at the Aquarium of the Pacific!
About this Event

The Story of Plastic Film Screening + BYO Month in Long Beach Kick Off

Join City of Long Beach Public Works, Algalita Marine Research and Education and the LBReuses coalition for an exciting in person event, The Story of Plastic Film Screening, at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, CA.

This feature-length Emmy-winning documentary reveals the human side of the plastic problem. This film heroes front line communities around the world who are facing the impacts of plastic production and disposal. Get ready to dive into the world of plastic and discover its impact on our environment. This eye-opening film will take you on a journey through the life cycle of plastic, from production to disposal. Learn about the challenges it poses and the solutions we can implement to create a more sustainable future. Don't miss this opportunity to become informed and inspired!

We'll also have members of the LB Reuses coalition tabling, so you can ask questions, pick up go-to reusables, and learn more about reuse in action in Long Beach.

B YO Month in Long Beach

This documentary screening marks the beginning of the third-annual BYO Month in Long Beach - a week long celebration of Long Beach businesses dedicated to reducing single-use plastics. Use your reusable containers (cups, bags, take out container) at participating locations and join in on BYO Month events to collect stamp for fun prizes. More details will be announced at the screening and on on the Long Beach Recycles webpage. We cannot wait to kick single-use plastics to the curb while promoting reuse with you!

BYO Month in Long Beach Schedule of Events:

  • Tue, Sept 30: Story of Plastic Screening Kickoff Event
  • Tue, Oct 7: Talking Trash with Dr. Cowger: From Pollution to Prevention
  • Fri, Oct 10: Restoration Fridays @ Willow Springs Park
  • Sat, Oct 11: Fixit Clinic @ Sports Basement
  • Sat, Oct 18: Beach Cleanup @ Junipero Beach
  • Sat, Oct 18: Rain Barrell Workshop @ BYO Long Beach

Links to signup to all events will be up soon!

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Aquarium of the Pacific, Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, USA, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00

Algalita Marine Research and Education

Host or Publisher Algalita Marine Research and Education

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Long Beach

Team Referral Network Long Beach
Tue, 30 Sep at 08:00 am Team Referral Network Long Beach

4722 E. 2nd St., Long Beach, CA 90803, Long Beach, CA, United States, California 90803

Best Crypto Recovery Agency - Consult Betafort Recovery
Tue, 30 Sep at 09:00 am Best Crypto Recovery Agency - Consult Betafort Recovery

California State University Long Beach

Long Beach Job Fair - Long Beach Career Fair
Tue, 30 Sep at 11:00 am Long Beach Job Fair - Long Beach Career Fair

Long Beach

JOB-FAIRS VIRTUAL-RUN
Ashley Anne and The Carnations Tuesdays aboard The Queen Mary! FREE!
Tue, 30 Sep at 04:00 pm Ashley Anne and The Carnations Tuesdays aboard The Queen Mary! FREE!

Queen Mary, Long Beach, CA 90802, United States

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Dance Downtown Revolution - Street Dance
Tue, 30 Sep at 06:00 pm Dance Downtown Revolution - Street Dance

212 The Promenade N, Long Beach, CA 90802-3143, United States

NONPROFIT DANCE
Talmud Class
Tue, 30 Sep at 06:00 pm Talmud Class

Temple Beth Shalom of Long Beach, California

WORKSHOPS
Fall Book Study
Tue, 30 Sep at 06:30 pm Fall Book Study

5100 E The Toledo, Long Beach, CA, United States, California 90803

WORKSHOPS ART
Free Entrepreneur Workshop (Hybrid - Long Beach\/LA)
Tue, 30 Sep at 06:30 pm Free Entrepreneur Workshop (Hybrid - Long Beach/LA)

401 E Ocean Blvd

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
The Story of Plastic Documentary Screening at The Aquarium of The Pacific
Tue, 30 Sep at 05:00 pm The Story of Plastic Documentary Screening at The Aquarium of The Pacific

Aquarium of the Pacific, Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, USA

ENTERTAINMENT SPORTS
Kayak Tour of the Los Cerritos Wetlands
Sat, 04 Oct at 09:00 am Kayak Tour of the Los Cerritos Wetlands

meet near the playground at Mother's Beach

TRIPS-ADVENTURES NONPROFIT
Moore Institute's Microplastics Lab Tour
Mon, 06 Oct at 05:00 pm Moore Institute's Microplastics Lab Tour

Algalita Marine Research and Education

SPORTS WORKSHOPS
Talking Trash with Dr. Cowger: From Pollution to Prevention
Tue, 07 Oct at 05:00 pm Talking Trash with Dr. Cowger: From Pollution to Prevention

Long Beach Sea Base Aquatics Center

SPORTS WORKSHOPS
CicLAvia October
Sun, 12 Oct at 08:00 am CicLAvia October

TBD

CYCLING
Long Beach Cleanup with Veterans!
Sun, 12 Oct at 09:00 am Long Beach Cleanup with Veterans!

Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier

NONPROFIT FOOD-DRINKS
Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
Sat, 18 Oct at 09:00 am Rainwater Harvesting Workshop

BYO Long Beach - Downtown LB

WORKSHOPS
Tree Planting & Community Clean-up
Sat, 18 Oct at 09:00 am Tree Planting & Community Clean-up

1018 Chestnut Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813-2922, United States

MEETUPS
BYO Month Cigarette Butt + Beach Cleanup
Sat, 18 Oct at 10:00 am BYO Month Cigarette Butt + Beach Cleanup

2100 E Ocean Blvd

SPORTS WORKSHOPS
The Black Joy Picnic (Long Beach, CA) with Black Everywhere
Sun, 19 Oct at 10:00 am The Black Joy Picnic (Long Beach, CA) with Black Everywhere

Alamitos Park

TRIPS-ADVENTURES POTLUCK
BYO Month Reusable Bag Sewing Circle
Sun, 19 Oct at 01:00 pm BYO Month Reusable Bag Sewing Circle

Sports Basement Long Beach

SPORTS WORKSHOPS
"Pull Together
Sat, 25 Oct at 09:00 am "Pull Together

Red Car Greenbelt

What's Happening Next in Long Beach?

Discover Long Beach Events