OPA Heal the Bay Beach Clean-Up NEXT Sunday Oct. 6: The event runs 10am – 12pm, starting at Tower 26 (end of Ocean Park Blvd at the beach). All needed supplies are provided. Parents, students, families and neighbors are all welcome. Email Dave Tann with questions.
Council-Member Jesse Zwick Issues “Addressing Public Safety in Santa Monica” Update: He shared this post where he shared his thoughts on City efforts regarding Policing and Mental Health, Metro, and Measure K, and highlighted some “Looking Ahead” items.
Santa Monica Rent Highest in LA: This SMDP report summarizing a Zumper report states “Santa Monica was ranked as the most-expensive spot in Los Angeles to rent a one-bedroom apartment, with a medium active listing of $3,000 over the past month.”
Sweet Rose Creamery on Main St. Closing its Doors: They posted this bittersweet Instagram message sharing that they will close on Sept. 30 after 14-years on Main St.
Superba Food + Bread Venice Celebrates 10 Years: It is marking its 10th anniversary with a series of promotions. On Thursday/Today, guests can enjoy complimentary slices of birthday cake all day and night. The celebration continues with a lineup of special events for the rest of the weekend, including a bread-making class, a kid-friendly brunch, $10 bottomless mimosas, a $10 tasting menu, $1 tacos, and more. @ 1900 Lincoln Blvd., Venice. More details here.
Companion Bringing “Living Room Vibes and Vinyl Tunes” to Lincoln Blvd. in Venice: The former location of Matthew Kenney’s pizza restaurant Double Zero at 1700 Lincoln Blvd. is now a “neighborhood cafe and restaurant” run by the Gnarwhal Coffee team. Hours are 7a.m. – 3p.m. for coffee, pastry, and sandwiches with the promise of dinner and wine soon. More details here.
Free Big Blue Bus Rides September 30 to October 4 to Celebrate Sustainable Transportation: More details here on “a week of exciting events that celebrate easy, affordable, and sustainable alternatives to driving.”
Next Week: Mishkon Temple on Main St. High Holy Days Schedule: Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) starts sundown on Oct. 2 and Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) starts sundown Oct. 11. More details here.
Things To Do This Weekend:
- The Other Art Fair (Thursday – Sunday): This four-day event at The Barker Hangar showcases a curated selection of over 140 independent artists. Spy art for sale while enjoying live DJ sets, activations, installations, and a cash bar. https://www.theotherartfair.com/la/
- Santa Monica Brew Works Celebrates 10 years As City’s First and Only Craft Brewery: Join the festivities starting Friday through Sunday featuring special beer releases, commemorative merchandise, anniversary specials, giveaways, and more! https://www.instagram.com/santamonicabrewworks
- Penmar Sunset Sessions (Friday 6 – 9pm): Enjoy live music, beer, wine, cocktails, food, and great company at The Penmar Golf Course this Friday evening. For more info, here is the link to Sunset Sessions FAQ’s!
- Montana Avenue Art Walk (FREE Saturday 11am – 6pm): Montana Ave. will be again closed to cars making room for 150 artists, wine garden, live music, kid paint station & more. @ Montana Ave. between 7th & 17th Streets. More details here.
- Thai Fest by the Beach (FREE Saturday 11am – 9pm): Dive into authentic Thai flavors, enjoy the most vibrant of vibes, and experience cultural performances—all in one place and for one day only. @ Santa Monica Pier instagram.com/thaifestbythebeach
- Main St. Farmers Market (Sunday 8:30am – 1:30pm): It’s the last Sunday of Sept. and boy do we have a great show for you. Please join us for the debut of the Matty Gottesman Band from 10am-1pm. We will also be honoring our favorite Coffee with a Cop host and offering life saving techniques using Hands Only CPR. Plus…it’s officially apple season!
- Americana in the Park (Sunday 4 – 7pm): This is the final weekend of this annual music concert series featuring two bands each week every Sunday in September. Bring your picnic, blankets, and beach chairs to soak up the sounds of Americana music, from its roots to modern forms. Enjoy craft activities for all ages, tasty treats from local food trucks, and a vibrant community experience in Gandara Park, 1819 Stewart St. This week features Solo acoustic guitar fusion of folk, jazz, blues, pop and classical styles of the Laurence Juber opens and Airfoil headlines with the rocking side of Wings’ great repertoire.
- Santa Monica History Museum Annual Gala Features Top Chefs and Performances (Sunday 4 – 8pm): Hosted by Nicole Blain, Co-founder of The Crow Comedy Club, Stand Ups for History will offer food from Michelin chefs, laughs, music, a silent auction, a live auction and plenty of libations. @ Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club, 1210 4th St. https://santamonicahistory.org/annual-gala/
