Kaliedoscope

Kaliedoscope 2009 has been a popular event for years at Cal State Long Beach.

But the fact that the event has free admission and parking probably helped lure people to the festival.

"It's great [the free admission and parking] because I knew I didn't have to waste my money on something like that," Long Beach local Sean Esswein said.

According to a Daily Forty-Niner article by Tiffany Rider, Kaliedoscope is an open event used to celebrate academic pursuits, organizations and diversity on campus.

Also, the event — which was created by former CSULB president Stephen Horn in 1985 — is used to publicize the university's presence within the Long Beach community.

People in attendance seemed to enjoy the festivities, and some admitted that the free admission and parking helped them enjoy it that much more.

"It's a lot of fun coming here and spending the day with your family," Cayla Jackson said. "And of course, anything free is always a bonus."

Sources:

Daily Forty-Niner

Photo near top of page (taken by Daniel Ramirez): People enjoying the Kaliedoscope 2009 festivities at Cal State Long Beach.

Photo near bottom of page (taken by Daniel Ramirez): A sign indicating where Kaleidoscope parking is offered. Parking was free for the event.