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…
The following is a submission from the city. The Santa Monica City Council Tuesday approved a Housing Trust Fund loan not to exceed $35.7 million to Community Corporation of Santa Monica, or CCSM, for rehabilitation of a 40-apartment rent-controlled community…
The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica. Santa Monica’s 150th Anniversary celebration continues with Endless Summer C.A.M.P. (Community | Art | Music | Picnic), a joyful, free, family-friendly afternoon in the heart of Tongva Park on…
Get ready to ride the steel wave of National Roller Coaster Day. Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is offering $1 rides on its ocean-soaring West Coaster on Saturday, August 16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Follow @pacpark…
OPA August 11 Monthly Meeting TONIGHT/Monday: This month’s meeting will be at the Ocean Park Library (@ 2601 Main St.) starting with food and mingling at 6:00pm. We will also be hybrid on Zoom. Here’s the zoom link and here’s…
OPA August 11 Monthly Meeting Monday: This month’s meeting will be at the Ocean Park Library (@ 2601 Main St.) starting with food and mingling at 6:00pm. We will also be hybrid on Zoom. Here’s the zoom link and here’s…
