Due to popular demand, we have added spots for our upcoming Cocoa with Santa events! Enjoy cocoa and treats, make crafts, listen to stories, and meet Santa. There are two dates available: Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 from 11-12:30 p.m. Click the day of your choice, above, to purchase tickets. Tickets[…]
Cocoa With Santa – New Spots Added
By Rancho Staff Upcoming Events Dec 07, 2016
Rancho Los Cerritos is Hiring a Paid Curatorial Intern
By Rancho Staff Job Opportunities Nov 29, 2016
*Note: This job is now closed.* Rancho Los Cerritos is looking for a curatorial intern for Spring of 2017. The application deadline is Dec. 9. For details, click on the link below: Curatorial Internship Job Description2017
Parlor Games for a Victorian Thanksgiving
By Rancho Staff Uncategorized Nov 17, 2016
Thanksgiving is almost here, and we thought it would be fun to look at some of the parlor games popular at the turn of the last century. We especially enjoyed this one, from “Games for All Occasions” by Mary E. Blain, published in 1909. NUTS TO CRACK Pass pencils and paper to each guest with the[…]
Kim and Jim Scott Wedding
Gallery By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Events, Receptions, Uncategorized, Weddings Nov 03, 2016
The bride and groom may have gotten married in a church, but they celebrated with us at Rancho Los Cerritos! They hosted with signature drinks, bean bag toss, and lots of dancing. The decor was adorable and fit in perfectly with the beautiful rancho scenery. Their wedding was nothing short of a good time!
Sara and Marc Martinez Wedding
Gallery By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Events, Receptions, Weddings Nov 03, 2016
We were so delighted to host this naturally beautiful wedding. The ceremony and reception were filled with family, desserts, and wonderful live music. They even surprised their guests with a bag piper! It was a night to remember.
Plant of the Moment: November
By Rancho Staff Gardens Oct 31, 2016
Arbutus unedo, commonly known as the Strawberry tree, is November’s plant of the moment. These trees are great for residential gardens, with evergreen foliage and dainty white urn-shaped pendulous flowers. Once pollinated, the strawberry tree bears ¾” fruit. The fruit is green when it first appears, then changes to yellow, orange and, eventually, red (hence the name).[…]
Creation Station
By Rancho Staff Upcoming Events Oct 28, 2016
Get creative with history! Using a wide variety of colorful materials, children can experiment with old-fashioned arts and crafts. This free, drop-in program takes place rain or shine. November’s theme, Brilliant Brown, celebrates autumn.
Newest Member of Rancho Los Cerritos
By Rancho Staff Events, Long Beach, Uncategorized, Upcoming Events, Visitor Information, volunteers Oct 03, 2016
We are happy to introduce Nora Cristobal as one of our newest members of the Rancho Los Cerritos staff! She will be helping with all things Wedding/Event related. If you have any questions about booking, setting up a walk-through, or our preferred vendors please do not hesitate to contact her. Nora’s info is as follows:[…]
And then there was YOU!
Gallery By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Events, Receptions, Weddings Jan 11, 2013
Mia Arias & David Miller August 2012 ~ Her Dream Wedding ~ And what can you Dream?
Tamara & James
Gallery By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Events, Receptions, Weddings Nov 17, 2012
The weather was warm enough to bring out the natural perfume of the flowers ~ and the golden light accents topped off the perfect picture for the bride and groom ~Tamara Bachant & James Zabala! The day began with guests anxiously awaiting the extraordinary inner-courtyard gates to open and have the bride walk up[…]