Manager of Jameson’s Pub Killed; Suspect in Custody: This is an update to last’s week’s report of late night arrests after “Police said a fight broke out after the manager asked several people to leave the bar.” Homicide charges have been filed. Read more in this SMDP report or this NBC4 report. A GoFundMe has been created for Jay’s family as they mourn his loss. At the time of this writing, it has raised about $11,500 out of its $20,000 goal. Here is a link to the GoFundMe.
Make Music Day (Friday 2 – 6pm): Make Music LA is a global celebration of music observed in 800 cities across 110 countries on the summer solstice inspired by France’s Fête de la Musique. Join OPA presenting multiple bands of different genres at Beach Park 1 @ 2600 Barnard Way. Click here to email Dave Tann for more info. More details here on other SaMo MMLA celebrations.
OPA Needs 4th of July Parade Volunteers: Available to help with the parade planning, float decorating, and/or working the parade? Click here to email Sean for more info. Thanks!
Upcoming OPA Calendar of Events:
- Make Music Day (June 21)
- July 4 Parade
- Main St. Solstice Festival (July 13 – Main St. closed to vehicles)
- OPA Summer Happy Hour (tentatively Aug 22)
- Day of the Dog Festival (Sept 7 – Main St. closed to vehicles)
Make an Appointment for a Free SMPD Home Security Checkup
- Residents can take proactive steps to enhance their home security
- SMPD offers free home security assessments to all residents to “help identify potential vulnerabilities and provide recommendations to better secure your home.”
- To schedule an assessment, call 310-458- 8474.
The Street Seen – Ocean Park Steam Laundry: This week’s write-up details the now demolished business that was at 2655 – 2667 Main St. @ Hill.
Things To Do This Week:
- Meet the LA Rams Mascot and Cheerleaders at SMPL (Monday 10am-12pm): In celebration of Santa Monica Public Library’s Summer Reading Program: Santa Monica Reads All Summer, families are invited to meet cheerleaders and Rampage, the official mascot of the Los Angeles Rams at the Main Library. Rampage will be available for photos and will be autographing his book for children, Ride with Rampage. @ 601 Santa Monica Blvd. More details here.
- Pedals for Progress Bike-a-Thon (Wednesday 10am & 12pm): The inaugural Pedals for Progress Bike-a-Thon, hosted by the Santa Monica Black Empowerment Association (SMBEA) in celebration of Juneteenth will feature two special rides: 10 a.m. ride: Focused on promoting sustainability, clean air, and home electrification. 12 p.m. ride: Dedicated to mental health and wellness. More details here.
OPA & City Meetings:
- OPA Connects Meeting (Wednesday 12pm): Here is the Zoom link.
- Recreation & Parks Commission Commission Meeting (Thursday 6pm): Click Here for agenda.
