The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica. Dishlip has been with the city for nearly 17 years and has served as assistant director of Public Works since 2022. He previously led both Santa Monica’s Facility Maintenance and Architecture Services divisions and served as the city’s capital program manager. Dishlip will take the helm from Director Rick Valte,…
The following is a submission from SMC. The Santa Monica College (SMC) Art Department, in collaboration with the 18th Street Arts Center (18SAC), is pleased to present “Calls from Home,” a free exhibition curated and mounted by students in SMC’s Art 80/82/84 Gallery Exhibitions & Display course taught by SMC…
(Next was off yesterday, and this newsletter is lightly edited to remove events that have already happened. – DN) April OPA Monthly Meeting Next Monday (April 13): The meeting is at the Ocean Park Library @ 2601 Main St. starting with…
The following submission and both images are via the Pier Corporation. Santa Monica Pier executives joined national leaders and Route 66 advocates in celebrating a historic milestone as the City of Chicago officially dedicated Navy Pier as the new symbolic eastern starting point of Historic…
Tree Trimming, Pressure Washing and Street Cleaning to Expand Across Santa Monica’s Major Corridors (Including Main St.): The changes include adding 12 positions across Public Works and expanding contracted services for cleaning and landscaping, including at public libraries. The Santa Monica…
he SMC Pete & Susan Barrett Art Gallery will offer free guided tours of the “Concrete Hope | Esperanza Concreta” exhibition. The tours will be led by SMC Art 80, 82, & 84 Gallery Exhibition & Display students. The tours will be held Thursday, April 9, and Saturday, April 11, at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. in the SMC Pete…
(The following submission is from…you guessed it!…the Pier Commission) The Santa Monica Pier Corporation invites the community to move, stretch, and recharge by the ocean as Wellness & Waves returns for its 2026 season. Taking place every Saturday from April 4 through October…
The following is from the SMMUSD Wave Newsletter: The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District’s (SMMUSD) Financial Oversight Committee (FOC) is seeking qualified candidates who can put their financial and/or management expertise to work in support of the school district. There…
Santa Monica Launches Sweeping Economic Recovery Package as Downtown Struggles to Rebound: Facing declining restaurant sales, stubbornly high retail vacancies, and the lingering economic shadow of the 2025 Palisades Fire, the Santa Monica City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved an eight-point…
Realignment plan has dropped serious crime by 12.5% as focus evolves to economics: This official city post summarizes a variety of data, including: Part I crime — which tracks violent offenses and burglary — declined 12.5%, falling from 4,793 incidents in 2024…
The following is a submission from SMMUSD. Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) congratulates John Adams Middle School (JAMS) for being named a 2026 California Distinguished School. JAMS is recognized in the category of Exemplary High Achievers, honoring schools that…
Major Update for the Victorian & Maybe Main St. Farmers Market: At this Tuesday’s City Council meeting is an agenda item stating that “The Victorian to be converted into a family-based recreation, events, and wellness facility for members” in connection…
The following is a notice sent from SMMUSD. Prom season is approaching, and Santa Monica High School is inviting the community to support students who may not otherwise be able to attend. Donations of new or gently used formal dresses,…
The following is a submission from SMC. The Santa Monica College (SMC) Theatre Arts Department will perform “Noises Off”March 27-April 5 in the Theatre Arts Main Stage on the SMC Main Campus, 1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. “Noises Off” is a farce that follows a theatre company attempting…
SwimRight Academy Sponsored Post – Water Skills That Help Kids Stay Safer at the Beach: Many families in Santa Monica look for kids swimming lessons before visiting the ocean. Basic floating and breathing control help children stay calmer in moving water. See…
