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Bryan Cranston Mesmerizes in “Power of the Sail” at the Geffen Playhouse

February 25, 2022

February 25, 2022

In view of his enormous body of work in television, film, and stage, multi-awarding winning actor Bryan Cranston should be...

Hawaiian Donut Shop Moving Into Former Santa Monica Ben & Jerry’s

February 23, 2022

February 23, 2022

Holey Grail coming to Main Street soon By Dolores Quintana A Hawaiian donut shop that uses taro root dough is...

Local Diner Celebrates 40th Anniversary with a Special Giveaway

February 23, 2022

February 23, 2022

Beloved, award-winning local restaurant John O’Groats is celebrating its 40th Anniversary on Saturday, February 26th. In celebration of the big...

Interview With Aero Theatre’s Gwen Deglise

February 22, 2022

February 22, 2022

American Cinematheque’s Gwen Deglise talks about what the theatre has to offer community By Dolores Quintana The Aero Theatre at...

Spotlight On Black Health And Wellness During Black History Month

February 22, 2022

February 22, 2022

Building Bridges Art exchange in collaboration with The City of Santa Monica is highlighting black artists during Black History month...

Film Review: “Lingui: The Sacred Bonds”

February 18, 2022

February 18, 2022

As I watched Mahamat-Saleh Haroun’s fascinating film, which takes place in Chad, a landlocked poor country in North-Central Africa, I...

Popular Santa Monica Sports Bar May Reopen

February 16, 2022

February 16, 2022

JP’s Bar & Grill could be coming to 10th and Wilshire By Kerry Slater A popular Santa Monica sports bar...

John O’Groats Celebrating 40th Anniversary With Giveaway

February 16, 2022

February 16, 2022

$40 gift cards for first 40 patrons By Kerry Slater John O’Groats, the beloved breakfast West Los Angeles restaurant, will...

Local Gem Awarded Best Roadside Diner in California

February 16, 2022

February 16, 2022

Lovefood.com declared Patrick’s Roadhouse the best roadside diner in California. Learn more about this eccentric restaurant and the history behind...

Santa Monica Restaurants Offer Valentine’s Day Specials

February 10, 2022

February 10, 2022

Birdie G’s, Rustic Canyon and Huckleberry Have Your Valentine’s Day Needs Covered By Dolores Quintana A number of restaurants in...