The following is a press release from 11:08 p.m. from the Office of Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The Franklin Fire has now grown to slightly over 4,000 acres. Containment remains at 7% and the red flag warning has ended, an important development in ongoing…
Last night, four new City Councilmembers were sworn in: Dan Hall, Ellis Raskin, Barry Snell, and Natalya Zernitskaya. Dan Hall shared his first speech from the dais as a member of the Santa Monica City Council. Photo: Bradley Ewing. Thank…
The following is a submission from Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The Franklin Fire has now grown to nearly 4,000 acres. Containment has begun, currently reported at 7% — this is a critical step in ongoing efforts to manage this devastating fire. Over…
The following submission comes from Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The Franklin Fire, which has now grown to over 2,200 acres, continues to impact communities in and around Malibu, Topanga Canyon, and surrounding areas. In response, Los Angeles County has taken swift action to…
President’s Message: Thank you to the 60+ people that made it out to our holiday event on Sunday at Lula’s! And to the many people who supported OPA by buying raffle tickets and donating to the organization…sorry if you didn’t…
The following is a press release from the City of Santa Monica. The city of Santa Monica seeks applications for $500 microgrants for community members to host discussions that would shape the social equity component of the city’s adult-use cannabis…
OPA Holiday Party Details: We hope to see you THIS Sunday, Dec. 8, from 3:00 – 6:00pm on Lula’s patio (2720 Main St.). Food and soda and one drink are free for OPA members and $10 for guests. We will be having a raffle…
The following is a submission from Pier Communications. Pacific Park and the Santa Monica Pier are bringing holiday magic to life with “Cheer On The Pier,” a festive series of events and programs running through December 31. The celebration kicked off with…
OPA Holiday Party Details: Mark your calendar to join us on Lula’s patio Sunday, Dec. 8, from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Food and soda and one drink are free for OPA members and $10 for guests. We will be having a…
The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica. For the sixth consecutive year, the city of Santa Monica has earned a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index, reflecting the city’s inclusive municipal laws,…
This article is a submission from Santa Monica College Santa Monica College (SMC) to Columbia University School of General Studies transfer student Hunter Doradea has been selected as a Future Nobel Laureate Scholar (FNLS). Doradea is among 11 scholars selected from across the world by EF Study Abroad and The…
OPA Holiday Party Details: Mark your calendar to join us on Lula’s patio Sunday, Dec. 8, from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Food and soda and one drink are free for OPA members and $10 for guests. We will be having a raffle for gift…
The Santa Monica College (SMC) Public Policy Institute (PPI) and the Westside School of Ballet will host live, in-theater performances of Tchaikovsky’s“The Nutcracker” Ballet Nov. 30-Dec. 8. Holiday performances to entertain audiences of all ages will be held at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30…
Historic Venice Post Office Building to Become a New Hub for Creatives: “The Lighthouse” will offer workspace, production facilities, career development, and artist studios in Venice’s iconic Windward Circle. More details here. Santa Monica Unveils Plaque Inscribed with Apology to Black Residents: More…
The following is a submission from Santa Monica College. The Santa Monica College (SMC) Jazz Ensemble will honor legendary arranger, composer, and producer Quincy Jones (1933-2024) with a live concert devoted to his works.Led by conductor Frederick Keith Fiddmont, the accomplished musical group will perform Monday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. in…
