MLK Day Symphonic Sounds
By Sam Skopp The Santa Monica Symphony Orchestra held its annual concert Saturday, Jan. 13 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, featuring works selected for their relevance to the holiday and the […]
“Most Miserable Day” in California Forecast for December 28th 2017
If you’ve not already stocked up on your firewood, prepare to brace yourself as the odds are, the weather is only going to get worse as we head towards the end of the year. But […]
Not Your Mother’s IUD: a Look at Modern Day Long-Acting Contraceptive Devices
UCLA Health OB/GYN Dr. Amy Stoddard will provide information on next-generation IUDs and contraceptive implants currently on the market, and discuss why they are safe and effective choices for young women. The event will take […]
Malibu Celebrates America Recycles Day with Polystyrene Foam Collection, Free Secure Document Shredding and Screening of “STRAWS” Documentary
The City of Malibu is partnering with Sustainable Surf, Marko Foam and Access document shredding service on public recycling opportunities throughout November to celebrate America Recycles Day, a national call to action to reduce, reuse […]
It’s a New Day at the WLA: Who should be supporting the VA?
By Marcie Polier Swartz Founder CEO Village for Vets When I tell people I’ve launched a support group for the VA, I get these reactions the most: Isn’t that the Government’s job? Why haven’t […]
Veteran’s Day Celebration to Take Place November 11
The Veteran’s Association (VA) West invites you to their Veteran’s Day Celebration next month, on Saturday, November 11, 2017! Several events will be taking place, all at the VA: At the Los Angeles National Cemetery, […]
It’s a New Day at the VA: How Big is an Aircraft Carrier?
By Marcie Polier Swartz According to GlobalSecurity.org, the Nimitz Aircraft Carrier is 4.5 acres long. All 19 American carriers add up to nearly 65 acres of deck space. That’s an average of 3.4 acres per […]
Tom Petty Music Sales Surge 6,216 Percent
As would be expected, sales of Tom Petty’s music exploded on Monday, when the music icon died of cardiac arrest at age 66 — and the increase was huge. According to BuzzAngle Music, which tracks […]
The Santa Monica Junior Chamber (Jaycees) is Hosting Huck Finn Day, a Free Community Event for the Whole Family, on Saturday, October 7
On Saturday, October 7, the Santa Monica Junior Chamber (Jaycees) will host the 62nd annual Huck Finn Day. Huck Finn Day is a free community event and will be at Douglas Park at 2439 Wilshire Blvd (Wilshire Blvd. […]
September 26th is National Voter Registration Day
On Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at 11 a.m., the Santa Monica City Clerk and LA County Clerk will host a National Voter Registration Day event at City Hall and introduce LA County’s new votingsystem. That evening, the LA County […]
Horvath Terminates Controversial Ocean Avenue Housing Projects, Orders Search for Alternative Sites
The decision follows weeks of criticism from residents and city leaders, including Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete, who voiced concerns...
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Two Arrested, $50K in Stolen Copper Wire Recovered After Mission Hills Theft
Detectives are continuing to search for two remaining suspects with additional arrests expected Two men were arrested and $50,000 worth...
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