Film Review: “Armstrong”
By Whitney Scott Bain With the 50th anniversary of man’s first lunar landing on July 20, director David Fairhead, has created an amazing documentary filled with insight about the first man to set foot on […]
A Baffling “Mysterious Circumstances”
Instead of a “Who done it,” this production of “Mysterious Circumstances,” could be subtitled “Who is it?” My reason? To be revealed in time, so read on. Matt Shakman’s staging of Michael Mitnick’s play, which […]
Pier No Longer a “Beach Bummer”
Santa Monica water quality remains poor By Sam Catanzaro and Keldine Hull The Santa Monica Pier is off the “Beach Bummer” list for the first time six years but the water quality at the iconic landmark […]
Ferris Wheel To Light Up With A 130-Feet Tall Waving American Flag On July 4th
The 174,000 LED lights to also feature custom computer-generated lighting entertainment of red, white and blue colors, patterns and transitions By Staff Writer Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier will high-light America’s Independence Day […]
Chez Jay Celebrates 60 Years
Taste of Santa MonicaPresented by the Santa Monica Chamber of CommerceWritten by Barbara Bishop, Mirror columnist and Santa Monica Chamber member. I love restaurants with a story, a history. They are a few that I […]
Santa Monica Celebrates America
City’s only firework display June 29 By Keldine Hull The City of Santa Monica’s only fireworks display will be back for its 26th year on Saturday, June 29 at Santa Monica College. Hosted by Santa […]
Some Pier Anglers Risk Chemical Exposure
Many fish caught in Santa Monica Bay are unsafe to eat. By Kai McNamee Although National Fishing Day, June 18, has come and gone, Santa Monica Pier-goers fish all year — some of them are […]
Celebrate Unity, Diversity, Hope at Angel City Chorale
By Keldine Hull From their humble beginnings, Angel City Chorale (ACC) has evolved into one of the most well- known singing groups in Southern California, celebrating unity, diversity and hope through their music and dedication […]
Film Review: “Shaft”
“Shaft”Rated R111MinutesReleased June 14 Decades ago there was a sharp divide in the entertainment industry between artists who worked in film and those who found their calling in television. Movie industry professionals looked down on […]
The Best Places to Buy Furniture in LA This Summer
By Brittany Brodeur Summer can be an amazing time to remodel your home! However, we’re sure you’ll agree that designing and furnishing a home, while worth it, can be a complete and total headache at […]
Sweet Laurel Bakery Will Not Reopen in Palisades, Closes Santa Monica Pickup Spot
Sweet Laurel opened its flagship store in Palisades Village in 2018 and built a strong following across West Los Angeles....
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SM.a.r.t. Column: Santa Monica Isn’t Rebounding Yet. It’s Replacing
Santa Monica officially reports numerous new business openings, often highlighted by the media as signs of economic recovery. However, a...
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