Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Marelle Santa Monica hosts Cazcanes Tequila pairing dinner celebrating Jalisco culture
The four-course “An Evening in Jalisco” event features a $90 tasting menu paired with a progression of award-winning agave expressions this Thursday. Agave craftsmanship and regional Mexican cuisine will take center stage Thursday night at […]
Chef Sandra Cordero debuts Bar Xuntos: A new destination for Spanish natural wine and pintxos
The Santa Monica favorite evolves into a Barcelona-inspired bodega featuring a massive 200-bottle wine list, female-led vintners, and authentic Basque-style snacks. By Dolores Quintana Bar Xuntos — Vinos Naturales & Pintxos, is the newest phase […]
HomeState Partners with Atsuko Okatsuka on Menu Item Benefiting Immigrant Legal Aid Group
According to the company, $1 from each bowl sold will be donated to Immigrant Defenders Law Center, a nonprofit that provides legal representation to immigrants facing deportation proceedings. HomeState will introduce a limited-time menu collaboration […]
Venice Beach Rejects Proposed Task Force Aimed at Enforcing Outdoor Dining Rules
Proposal aimed at cracking down on Al Fresco violations fails at Venice Neighborhood Council amid resident-business tensions. By Zach Armstrong A proposed task force aimed at bolstering enforcement against businesses violating a COVID-19-era outdoor dining […]
Lowe Family YMCA to Host Mother’s Day Brunch
The Lowe Family YMCA will host a Mother’s Day brunch this weekend, inviting families to celebrate with food and community. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at […]
K-12 Students’ Artwork Honored with ‘Sustainable Santa Monica Student Poster Contest’
16 winners were selected across four grade categories, with entries emphasizing solutions such as zero-emission transit, biking, electric vehicles and clean energy. City officials and a local nonprofit have announced the winners of the 18th […]
“Venice Beach Takeover” Set for June, Featuring Skateboarding Legend Paul Rodriguez
The gathering will include demonstrations, community activities and open skating. Los Angeles officials and local partners will host a skateboarding event at Venice Beach later in June as part of an annual celebration of the […]
Noteworthy 5/6-13/26: INT’L JAZZ FEST IN SM
By CHARLES ANDREWS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: TONIGHT! – VERDI “FALSTAFF,” L.A. OPERA – Drink it in, the incomparable Romantic Italian opera composer Giuseppe Verdi borrows a really good story from the British Bard. Expect comic mayhem, […]
Historic Wadsworth Chapel Could Reopen After 50 Years Closed (Video)
After 50 years historic Wadsworth Chapel could be reopening. Reporter @juliet.lemar
16-Unit Apartment Building Proposed for Flower Avenue
A hearing before the Los Angeles Department of City Planning is scheduled for June 1. A 16-unit residential development has been proposed for 748 Flower Ave. in Venice, according to documents filed with the city. […]
Palisades Synagogue Reopens After Hundreds of Members Lose Their Homes
The reopening marks one of the first returns by a faith institution to Pacific Palisades following the disaster. A Pacific Palisades synagogue will reopen May 15, marking its first return since a devastating fire forced […]
Santa Monica Hosts Series of Community Events for National Water Safety Month
The month-long campaign, which runs throughout May, includes hands-on demonstrations, CPR training, lifeguard outreach and family-friendly activities. Santa Monica Community Aquatics is marking National Water Safety Month with a series of free public events aimed […]






