AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC The Aquarium of the Pacific is restarting its monthly habitat restoration event at the Los Cerritos Wetlands. From 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month, volunteers will collect trash and participate in other activities meant to help restore local wetlands. The Los Cerritos Wetlands Stewardship Program is working to restore 66 acres of wetlands owned

The Sept. 8 karaoke party featured 22 enthusiastic singers. Karen Morris had the audience singing and rocking along to the zippy song “Ace in the Hole.” Everyone enjoyed a variety of donated fresh baked snacks while encouraging those members who wanted to entertain the crowd. All are welcome to join in; there’s plenty of room to spread out or socialize with friends over a cup of coffee.

AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC In celebration of local Native American cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach hosts the 17th annual Moompetam Festival, featuring crafts demonstrations, storytelling, music and dance. Among the maritime cultures being showcased Sept. 18-19 are the Tongva, Chumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseno and Kumeyaay. The word “Moompetam” means “People of