From world-class art to luxury getaways and once-in-a-lifetime Pier experiences, the silent and online auction at “A PIERfect Benefit” promises something for everyone who wants to support the Santa Monica Pier Corporation’s first-ever fundraising event on Saturday, September 6, from 3:30–7:30…
The following is a release from SMC. Photo Caption: Behind the scenes shots from SMC student films that recently played at the Oscar-qualifying LA Shorts International Film Festival. MovieMaker magazine has once again named Santa Monica College (SMC) one of the best film…
“Nurturing Masculinities” — Part of FotoSoCal by CuratorLove — on Display Through Nov. 7 The following is a submission from SMC. Photo Caption: “Planes pa’ los pollos hacen gallos finos No. 10” is one of the visual works in photographer…
The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica. The city of Santa Monica invites the community to the annual Virginia Avenue Park Open House and Resource Fair on Friday, Sept. 5, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. This free event is…
The following post, by Peter Roquemore, Sustainability Analyst for the city, first appeared at the City of Santa Monica website. In July, Santa Monica’s E-Bike Voucher Program celebrated one year of reducing congestion on our roadways, making alternative forms of…
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier will pay tribute to American workers this Labor Day with a patriotic lighting display on its iconic Ferris wheel. The Pacific Wheel will feature a dazzling 90-foot-tall, computer-generated American flag animation, accompanied by…
NO OPA UPDATE MONDAY DUE TO LABOR DAY HOLIDAY ICE Activity in Santa Monica: From Mayor Negrete: “After federal vehicles were seen at Santa Monica Airport, we confirmed there was a related raid in Culver City and individuals were later…
Note: The original version of this story featured a picture of an officer that was definitely NOT Deputy Chief Jacob. The picture was found on a LinkedIn search and was used instead of the official portrait that the city made…
The following is a press release from the City of Santa Monica. Beginning Sept. 1, the Santa Monica Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Police Department, will begin automated enforcement of vehicles parked illegally in both bus lanes and bus…
OPA Summer Mixer @ Lula Wednesday (8/27): We hope to see you at @ Lula’s back patio (2720 Main St.) from 4:00-6-30pm. Come enjoy FREE appetizers and GREAT company. See you there! Ocean Park Book Club: “Our first community book…
OPA BEACH CLEAN-UP THIS SUNDAY: The event is 10AM until noon, we meet at Tower 26, Ocean Park Blvd at the beach, supplies are provided and there will be a Heal The Bay speaker to coordinate the cleanup. Parents, students, families and neighbors are all welcome. Email…
The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica. The 2025 Parks and Recreation Vision Plan draft update is now available online here. The updated plan, a 345 page document, embraces a new vision for the city’s park…
Starting Another School Year at SAMOHI: SAMOHI Choir sincerely thanks our steadfast supporters for their support of the 2024-2025 program. Your generosity and enthusiasm enable us to offer enriching musical experiences, support students’ growth, and increase our outreach within the…
The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica. Americana in the Park is back for a 5th year with a special edition celebrating Santa Monica’s 150th Anniversary with an array of artists reflecting the city’s diverse and…
OPA August Monthly Meeting Recap: Here is the full recording and here are some highlights from the meeting: Upcoming OPA Calendar of Events: The Street Seen: Hale House (149 Wadsworth Ave.): Although altered, the J.M. Hale House at 149 Wadsworth…
