Recreation
Discover Santa Monica's abundant recreational opportunities through our active lifestyle coverage. From beach activities and sports facilities to public parks and fitness programs, we highlight the outdoor and indoor activities that make our coastal city a recreation paradise. Our reporting covers everything from volleyball tournaments and surf conditions to updates about the Annenberg Community Beach House and city recreation programs. Stay informed about youth sports leagues, beach path activities, public classes, and seasonal recreational events throughout Santa Monica. Whether you're seeking new ways to stay active or following local sports programs, count on Santa Monica Daily Press for comprehensive coverage of our community's recreational scene.
Coming to national park trails: electric bikes
By Ellen Knickmeyer and David Sharp Motorized electric bicycles may soon be humming onto serene trails in national parks and...
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Laughing Matters- The Country Boy Writer in Santa Monica
One of the joys of writing these columns is getting to cross paths with so many interesting and talented people...
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The City’s annual Cardboard Regatta was last weekend
The annual Cardboard Regatta at the Annenberg Beach House provides an opportunity for brave sailors to cross the pool in...
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Santa Monica Author Publishes Poetry
Oceans of Sorrow, a new book by Debra Marvel, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. In ten years,...
Read moreCineMalibu Free Movie Event Screening “Frozen”
The City of Malibu will present a free screening of the animated hit movie “Frozen” (PG) on Saturday, September 14...
Read moreChez Jay opens patio
Chez Jay gets ready to officially celebrate their 60th Anniversary this coming Fall by kicking off the festivities with their...
Read moreFairview Library Presents Bullet Journaling 101 for Teens
By Christa Muscatine, Youth Services Librarian Stay on track this school year with a bullet journal, a fun and creative way...
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WILMONT – Celebrate the Joy of Walking with the Opening of the Wilmont Walk Loop
The City of Santa Monica celebrates the joy and benefits of walking with the Walk Loop Project, a GoSaMo initiative...
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E-bikes, growing in popularity, befuddle regulators
Gordon Goodwin and his wife are rediscovering their passion for bicycling in their senior years thanks to new electric-assist bikes....
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