Columns
Experience Santa Monica through the eyes of our trusted columnists in this curated section of regular features. From local insights and expert analysis to personal observations about city life, our dedicated writers provide unique perspectives on our coastal community. Each column offers a distinct voice and specialized focus, covering topics from neighborhood life and city politics to culture and community issues. Follow your favorite local voices and discover new perspectives through our collection of regular contributors. Whether seeking expert commentary or personal reflections on Santa Monica life, rely on our columnists for engaging, informed views of our city's evolving story.
Mozart, Marley, Mahler, Django
Smell the alpine flowers with Mahler or dance your troubles away with gypsy swing.
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This Super Bowl will make Black history
I hope we all enjoy a thrilling Super Bowl, appreciate the profound history of this particular one, and have enough...
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Opinion: Is George Santos a drag on the GOP?
George Santos, the freshman GOP Congressman from Long Island's 3rd District, may soon be an ex-Congressman
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WILLIE, ZIGGY, EM AND AX
And save up strength and $$$ for Willie’s 90th
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As goes Vons, so goes our city
Vons to become bigger problem after “improvement”
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ON SACRED GROUND
Award-winning documentarian, Josh Tickell and his wife Rebecca have made exceptional environmental films for over fifteen years
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MICK, MAHLER, MTT
Expanding your music tastes is always a good thing.
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HOLY TOLEDO! NOW’S THE TIME!
IF YOU’VE NEVER Heard these three groups, now is the perfect time, while we are still in the holiday lull...
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POPULUS FELIX IN URBE FELICI
A NEW YEAR! A NEW ME? Nah. It’s just another square on the calendar. We can start fresh, resolve up...
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WHAT A YEAR IN LIVE MUSIC!
JUST ONE YEAR! My year, anyway, but it could have been yours too. All you have to do is read...
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