April 20, 2026
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Santa Monica Youth Orchestra:

In a music video tribute to Kendrick Lamar, members of the Santa Monica Youth Orchestra (SMYO) joined musical forces with multi-instrumentalist and composer Sly5thAve to perform selections from Lamar’s most critically acclaimed project, “To Pimp a Butterfly.”

Residocracy files the initiative at City Hall.

Residents Demand Development Voice with LUVE Ballot Measure:

Members of Santa Monica residents’ advocacy group residocracy.org filed with the Santa Monica City Clerk yesterday a Notice of Intent to circulate the Land Use Voter Empowerment Initiative (LUVE Initiative), a proposed ballot measure that could give voters the final say on approval of large development in the city.

AIDS Walk Founder Craig Miller (center) flashes victory sign as co-workers celebrate.

Nonprofit Ads Back on Santa Monica Buses:

It was celebrations all round for AIDS Walk Los Angeles and other nonprofits as Santa Monica City Council overturned last week a 2012 ban on Big Blue Bus (BBB) advertising that saw commercial organizations have sole access to such rights.

“Dodge” Printed Canvas – Matthew Ehrmann

Bold Harsh and Intriguing at Hale Arts:

haleARTS S P A C E is extending an open invitation to their latest group show reception tomorrow featuring works by Matthew Ehrmann, Mark Lowrie, Abbie Weinberg, and Gail Willhardt.

Palisades Park.

Crucial Recreation & Parks Commission Meeting Tonight:

Santa Monica’s Recreation & Parks Commission will meet this evening, Thursday February 18, at 7:30PM at City Hall with a call for all interested in the future of parks and green space in the city to attend. […]