December 29, 2025
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SMa.r.t

A SMa.r.t. Invitation:

SMa.r.t. is a group of design professionals – architects, engineers, and a Santa Monica parks commissioner. We came together in 2013 to provide our perspective to the public on pending projects, policies and planning issues in Santa Monica.

K9s

K9 Demo Shows Off Skills in Santa Monica (Video):

On Saturday, the LACPCA hosted a police K9 demo and educational public safety fair at Santa Monica College’s stadium. Funds raised at the events went toward both supporting owners of retired police dogs and funding grants for officers to undergo further police K9 training.

The early days of Pacific Park.

Hands on History: Free Workshop for Kids

The Santa Monica History Museum is presenting a free Hands on History workshop Saturday, August 20 at 11 a.m. for children and their families. The theme of the workshop will be Pacific Ocean Park. “In […]

$50,000 PLUS per Concert. Is it Worth it?

$50,000 plus per Concert – Is it Worth It?:

The weekly summer fixture of Thursday evening twilight concerts at Santa Monica Pier ignites the city in more ways than one. Whether you liked the old days, or the new format, eager crowds are now […]

Night Traffic

Reader Reflection: A Drive to Sunday Night Dinner through Downtown Santa Monica:

I live in Santa Monica, and have lived here for over 20 years. My husband and I rarely drive in the city during the weekends, as we prefer to walk and avoid dealing with Santa Monica traffic and parking issues. But last night I decided to drive to dinner thinking ,"What the heck-I never drive to downtown SM. How bad can traffic be? After all, I am only driving 1.2 miles."