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…
Welcome to the first issue of volume seventeen of Swish, a periodical with recaps and photos of Santa Monica Family YMCA youth basketball games, and other pertinent info such as announcements and updates from the program. This Fall season, the…
Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff, Students, and Community Members, We have learned that hateful and racist text messages targeting Hispanic / Latinx students have been circulating in communities across the country. While we have not received reports of any students in…
OPA Emergency Preparedness Group Meeting Wednesday 6pm: 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…
The following is an event announcement from Santa Monica College. Photo by Brian Driscoll. The Santa Monica College Music Department presents the SMC Wind Ensemble in a concert on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 4 p.m. in The Eli & Edythe Broad Stage at the SMC Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th Street (at…
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.…
(This newsletter is lightly edited to remove events that happened yesterday, a non-publishing day for Santa Monica Next.) OPA Nov. 11 Monthly Meeting Monday: This month’s meeting is the last one of the year. It will be at the 2601…
The following is a press release from Downtown Santa Monica Inc. who also provided all images. As the holiday season approaches, Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM, Inc.) brings the holiday spirit to the downtown district with a series of community events. From…
OPA Nov. 11 Monthly Meeting Monday: This month’s meeting is the last one of the year. It will be at the 2601 Main St. Library starting with food and mingling at 6:00pm. We will also be hybrid on Zoom. Here is the Zoom link to join the meeting starting at…
OPA MEETING NEXT MONDAY Nov. 11: Our last meeting of the year is next Monday, Nov. 11. That meeting features Parks & Rec Director Jenny Rogers, OPA election details, and more! Hope to see you at the Main St. library…
