| OPA Monthly Meeting Recap: Here is the full meeting link and here are some highlights:Councilmember Elect Dan Hall: Click here to watch him share his journey and goals. Jenny Rogers, Director Recreation & Parks: Click here to watch her share her history before coming to SaMo and her priorities. Hunter Hall, Main St: Click here to watch his update on all things Main St. and discuss what an entertainment zone law could mean. Board Business: Click here for the discussion of upcoming calendar of events (12/8 Holiday Party), OPA Election, & more. OPA Emergency Preparedness Group Meeting Wednesday Next Week: All those interested are invited to attend at the 2601 Main St. Library community meeting room at 6pm. Click here to email Abe with questions, RSVP, etc. And click here to read the City’s site on emergency preparedness. SaMo Rent Prices Fall Once More as LA Surges in Demand: According to Apartment List, Santa Monica rents dropped by 0.2% in October, down to $2,310 for a one-bedroom apartment and $2,769 for a two-bedroom. Overall, rents in the city have decreased for 10 straight months per the website, with the overall 5.5 drop year-to-year being the largest among the 25 Los Angeles metro area cities listed in the report. More details here. The Blue Notebook – A Weekly SMPD Recap November 2 – 8: Here is this week’s recap of police activity. Holey Grail Donuts Launches New “Zach + Donald 4EVA” Collab w/ Zach Braff + Donald Faison of Scrubs Fame: This new chocolate peanut butter fluff donut is available now through Nov. 24. 2441 Main St. Holey Grail has also committed a gift card for the OPA Holiday Party Raffle…please thank them if you’re there. 14 Top Santa Monica Restaurants: VisitCalifornia.com published this list of “unique culinary options for every type of taste and dining experience” including casual favorites like Bay Cities, Fathers Office and Huckleberry Cafe and more Michelin Guide ranked spots like Main St.’s Crude e Nudo. What it’s Like Staying at the New Regent Santa Monica Beach: This PointsGuy post details the new ultra-luxury hotel on Ocean Blvd. Santa Monica Secures $8M Grant to Launch New Diversion Program: “SaMo Bridge” will provide officers a way to connect individuals with services such as mental health treatment, substance abuse support, and housing resources. More details here. City Asks for Public Input on Adult-Use Cannabis Equity Program: As part of the social equity assessment, residents are encouraged to fill out a 10-minute survey, available in English and Spanish, by November 30, to share input. Here is an SMDP report on the effort and here is the survey. Things To Do This Weekend: Catch and Release Film and Music Tour – “Don’t Doubt the Trout” (Thursday 6:30pm): The short film is making its LA debut at the SaMo Patagonia shop in tandem with Timmy O’Neill’s climbing short “Soundscape” starting with live music by PAR AVION featuring Timmy O’Neill on drums. More details here. Friendsgiving at Ishihara Park Learning Garden (Saturday 9 – 11am @ 2909 Exposition Blvd.): During this season of thanks, come help us decorate our Tree of Thanks by putting in writing what you are thankful for. Garden Pancakes on the griddle, Kids Crafts under the Oak Tree, compost to take home, cool season veggie seeds. Feel free to bring a dish to share! More details here. Community Recycling Event (Saturday 9am – 2pm @ City yards, 2500 Michigan Ave.): Santa Monica residents only. Make sure to bring proof of residency. Bring your used mattresses, box springs, electronic waste, and up to 5 boxes of paper for shredding! Shredding will happen on-site and the paper will be recycled. More details here. Main St. Farmers Market (Sunday 8:30am – 1:30pm): Need a pre holiday stress break? Come join us for a special surprise with the Laura Jean Music Academy at 10am and local favorite, singer, songwriter Cadre Scott 10:30am-1pm. LAPHD will be offering Hands only CPR offering life saving skills. Ask our food vendors about pre-holiday orders. Pupsgiving Play Date (Sunday 11am): Join an off leash play, puppucino drinking contest, Turkey Trot competition, a photo op and pie for everyone. @ Healthy Spot 1110 Wilshire Blvd. More details here. |
OPA Update 11/14/24: OPA Monthly Meeting Recap, OPA Emergency Preparedness Group Meeting Wednesday Next Week, Special Holey Grail Donut, & Other Things To Do This Weekend
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