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.
Around Town: Main St, Montana Ave, holiday street fairs and more
SMDP’s weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Main St, Montana Ave, holiday street fairs,...
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Around Town: SaMo Ice opening, new Dog Run Party and more
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes the SaMo Ice opening, a new dog...
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Signs of the time, virtue-signaling and the City Council election
By Michael Feinstein. Inside/Outside. October 2024 My dear former colleague on the City Council Bob Holbrook always used to say...
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Around Town: Howl-o-ween on Main Street and many more ethereal events
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Howl-o-ween on Main Street, lots of other...
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Unmuted: Where there’s smoke, there’s fire
The City Council meeting last week was interrupted by suspected smoke in City Hall. Fortunately, the physical fire was outside...
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Around Town: Your guide to Halloween fun and Spooktacular adventures
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Halloween celebrations all around town, a Dia...
Read moreUnmuted: And then there were eight
At the start of the City Council Candidate Forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters there were eight candidates...
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Around Town: Cirque du Soleil returns and more
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes the return of Cirque du Soleil, Venice...
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Around Town: Off the Hook Seafood Festival, pumpkin season and more
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Off the Hook Seafood Festival, Mr. Bones...
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October at the market
It’s pumpkin season. No more denying it.. with last month’s equinox it is officially Fall! There’s a lot to look...
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