Lowe Family YMCA to Host Mother’s Day Brunch
The Lowe Family YMCA will host a Mother’s Day brunch this weekend, inviting families to celebrate with food and community. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at […]
K-12 Students’ Artwork Honored with ‘Sustainable Santa Monica Student Poster Contest’
16 winners were selected across four grade categories, with entries emphasizing solutions such as zero-emission transit, biking, electric vehicles and clean energy. City officials and a local nonprofit have announced the winners of the 18th […]
“Venice Beach Takeover” Set for June, Featuring Skateboarding Legend Paul Rodriguez
The gathering will include demonstrations, community activities and open skating. Los Angeles officials and local partners will host a skateboarding event at Venice Beach later in June as part of an annual celebration of the […]
Santa Monica Hosts Series of Community Events for National Water Safety Month
The month-long campaign, which runs throughout May, includes hands-on demonstrations, CPR training, lifeguard outreach and family-friendly activities. Santa Monica Community Aquatics is marking National Water Safety Month with a series of free public events aimed […]
Santa Monica Wine Auction Raises More Than $400K for Public Schools
The event, organized by the Santa Monica Education Foundation, drew about 400 guests for an evening of wine tastings, dining and live auctions. The 11th annual Santa Monica Wine Auction, held Sunday at the Fairmont […]
All-Star Lineup to Celebrate Films of Wes Anderson at Hollywood Bowl
Los Angeles Philharmonic announces three-night concert series featuring Beck, Karen O and others in July performances. The Los Angeles Philharmonic has announced an expanded lineup of performers for “Music from the Films of Wes Anderson,” […]
Santa Monica College to Host Free Family Concert May 16
Annual event at SMC Performing Arts Center to feature student and community performances for all ages. Santa Monica College will present its fifth annual Family Concert on May 16, offering a free, all-ages event designed […]
Legendary Rock Drummer Stewart Copeland to Perform at Inaugural Santa Monica Jazz Festival
Copeland, best known as the drummer for The Police, will perform on May 9 during the festival’s main ticketed event at Tongva Park. Stewart Copeland is set to be featured in the inaugural Santa Monica […]
Longtime Palisades Martial Arts Studio of 40 Years Finds New Home
The dojo was founded by Gerry Blanck, a former professional kickboxing champion who lost both his dojo and his home in the blaze but resumed teaching shortly afterward in a temporary Santa Monica location. A […]
Builders Alliance to Host Webinar on Turnkey Construction for Local Residents
The session will cover the definition of turnkey construction, key differences from conventional building methods and insights. The Builders Alliance will host an online webinar Wednesday evening aimed at helping residents of Altadena and Pacific […]
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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