April 8, 2026
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Santa Monica Examines Incentives to Hire Locals:

If more Santa Monicans had jobs within city limits, perhaps Santa Monica would have significantly less traffic and unemployment. Accordingly, the Santa Monica City Council hopes something tangible will result from its recent study session […]

Traffic Congestion, 
Stormwater Monies Discussed:

Two public hearings regarding traffic congestion and stormwater fees and taxes were on the Santa Monica City Council’s agenda at its July 26 meeting. In addressing increased congestion and traffic throughout Santa Monica in light […]

Beautiful Dining on the Beach:

MONA DAY SPECIAL TO THE MIRROR On July 28, the sands of the Jonathan Beach Club provided the setting for an iconic summer beach party complete with freshly shucked oysters by a crackling fire, great […]

Community Announcements/Ongoing Events:

Playwriting Workshop, Eight- week workshop focuses on the basic elements of playwriting. Learn dramatic structure and engage in the creative process with instructor Anna Stramese. Please contact the branch to enroll. Montana Branch Library, 1704 […]

Exhibits:

Michael C. McMillen: Train of Thought, through Aug. 14, Oakland Museum, 45 N. Venice Boulevard, Venice, 310.822.4955 or lalouver.com/mcmillen Chain Letter, group exhibition, curated by Christian Cummings and Doug Harvey, through August 25, Shoshana Wayne […]

Music:

August 5 Tasha Taylor @ Harvelle’s Mangogna, Nitant Duo, May Stand Still @ Bar Pico David Bromberg @ McCabe’s Stolen Knights @ Central Social Aid and Pleasure Club August 6 Guitar Shorty @ Harvelle’s DJ […]

Star Gazing

Star Gazing:

RAVEN NIGHTWOOD, MIRROR ASTROLOGER ARIES There’s still time this summer for you to enjoy a trip to the wilds or at least a short time spent outdoors. You have been working hard so now you […]

Theater:

It Must Be Him, West Coast Premiere engagement of a new comedy with songs, by Kenny Solms, directed by Brian Drillinger, through September 4, $34.99, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 7 p.m., […]