Community
Explore the heart of Santa Monica through our vibrant Community section. Discover local events, neighborhood updates, and inspiring stories of residents making a difference. From beach cleanups to farmers markets, school activities to charity fundraisers, we showcase the diverse tapestry of Santa Monica life. Stay connected with your neighbors, learn about volunteer opportunities, and celebrate the unique culture that makes our beachside city special.
Los Angeles County Medical Association, L.A. Care Health Plan and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Launch Gun Safety Billboard Campaign
In response to the public health crisis of gun violence, the Los Angeles County Medical Association, L.A. Care Health Plan...
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Ocean Park Branch Library presents an Open House
On Wednesday, April 17, from noon to 8 p.m., the Open Park Branch Library will make a splash with an...
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Rotary Club of Santa Monica raises over $21,000 for SMC Guardian Scholars
The Rotary Club of Santa Monica has awarded the Santa Monica College (SMC) Guardian Scholars Program a grant of $21,750...
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Santa Monica College to stage “Project Fear (And All the Feels)” April 19-28
The Santa Monica College (SMC) Theatre Arts Department will perform Project Fear (And All the Feels) April 19-28 in the...
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Beverly Hills man pleads guilty to transporting items stolen from hotel guests
A Beverly Hills man pleaded guilty today to stealing jewelry and other items from victims staying at a luxury hotel...
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Los Angeles Youth Orchestra Presents Annual Spring Concert Series
The Los Angeles Youth Orchestra (LAYO) is gearing up for its annual spring concert series, titled “A Pastoral Celebration,” scheduled...
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Committee for Racial Justice presents ‘Revisiting Reparations’ workshop
For the month of April, the Committee For Racial Justice (CRJ) will be returning to a zoom-only workshop on Sunday...
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LA County Treasurer and Tax Collector reminds property owners of second installment delinquency date
Keith Knox, Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector, reminds property owners that the second installment of the 2023-24 Annual...
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Santa Monica celebrates International Transgender Day of Visibility
The Church in Ocean Park’s LGBTQIA+ community honors this year’s Transgender Day of Visibility on Saturday, March 30, 9am–11am at...
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Malibu community invited to attend second workshop on sea-level rise
The City of Malibu invites community members to participate in an upcoming workshop focused on the Coastal Vulnerability Assessment, offered...
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