July 23, 2026
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The Growing Place Receives National Accreditation:

The Growing Place, which has two campuses in Santa Monica, is one of the first early childhood education programs to receive accreditation under the new standards set by the National Association for the Education of […]

Woman on Wine: Sexy Labels, Sumptuous Wines:

I’ve decided to explore an area of wine from which I used to steer clear: wines with suggestive names and/or sexy labels. I’m not one to fall prey to the marketing machine. Yes, I admit […]

Farmers’ Market Report:

This is the ideal time of year for grilling, and many summer fruits and vegetables pair wonderfully with the grill.  Stone fruit is at its peak, and peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, and pluots are not […]

Media: Wholesome Family Entertainment:

Did you think you were reading a right-wing rag for a minute there? Actually, “wholesome” is not such a bad word when you really think about it. It just means no unnecessary additives, nothing poisonous […]

Community Announcements / Ongoing Events:

Academic Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (AFICE) is looking for individuals to work as Community Representatives, who will find host families for international students and will work with them and their families. Call Anne Ring, […]

MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS:

July 11 The Chapin Sisters and I See Hawks In LA @ McCabe’s Fridays Off The 405 with DJ Dan Deacon @ Getty Museum Tom Nolan @ Rusty’s Surf Ranch The Who Show (Who tribute) […]

El Matador:

El Matador, an oil painting by Donna Goldstein, is one of the art works created at the Monthly Paint Out.

Theater:

And Awaaaay We Go To Wonderland! a musical based on fairy tales, through September 28, Saturdays-Sundays 12:30 and 3pm, $10.50-$12.50, Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th St., 310.394.9779 x2. As You Like It, Shakespeare’s romantic comedy […]

Exhibits:

And Then Again: Printed Series, 1500-2007, exhibit of serial print Brian Asher, art exhibit, through August 2, Sunset Grill, 1701 Ocean Park Blvd., 310.450.7546. Bernd and Hilla Becher: Basic Forms, through September 14, Getty Center, […]