Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Roller Skating, Endless Summer CAMP and much more.
Yacht Club Pop-Up in Marina del Rey: Denver’s Yacht Club Bar, ranked one of North America’s 50 best bars, will take over Cast & Plow Bar inside The Ritz Carlton in Marina del Rey for an evening of cocktails and bites, including signature drinks such as their Hidden Valley Ranch Water made with Patrón Silver Tequila, fino sherry, dill, mint, lemon, black pepper, buttermilk, and Perrier. Known for their hot dog-focused food program, Yacht Club will serve their signature Caviar Dog (caviar, crème fraiche, chives, chips), alongside other bites from Cast & Plow’s culinary team. More info here. Thursday, August 8, 5–8pm at 4375 Admiralty Way.
SMPL at the Beach: "Fun in the sun for all ages at So Cal's only beachside pop-up library. Join us for a fun-filled day of activities starting with Seaside Storytime with local author Nell Cross Beckerman at 10:15am, sign out books from our curated beach reads collection, play games, or kick back, relax and read in our Surfside Lounge. All ages welcome." Friday, August 9, 10am–3pm at Annenberg Community Beach House 415 Pacific Coast Highway Details here.
Nutribullet Pier Party & Lucy Hale Pop Up: "The nutribullet Pier Party, featuring complimentary smoothies, exclusive prizes, and a fitness session led by celebrity trainer, Lacey Stone. Special guest Lucy Hale will also be in attendance." Friday, August 9, 11am–7pm at Santa Monica Pier. More info here.
15th Annual MixMatch Dance Festival: The Festival touts a line up of mixed dance styles in Modern, Jazz, Ballet, Latin, Sign Language, Indian, Flamenco, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and more. Friday–Sunday, August 9–11 at Highways Performance Space, 1651 18th Street. Details here.
Endless Summer CAMP (Community | Art | Music | Picnic) at Tongva Park (FREE): This first of four Saturday events celebrates community, arts and culture. Bring a picnic and join as artists from across Santa Monica and the LA region share their culture through interactive music, performances, and hands-on crafts. Special performances by local youth will be featured. Open to all. Saturday August 10, features Philippine dance, music and song by Kayamanan Ng Lahi along with Traditional Mexican folklorico dance by Academia de Danza Ballet Folklorico Flor de Mayo’s youth ballet. Artist Eros Cortes will lead a plant terrarium workshop. Saturdays, August 10, 17, & 24, 11am–2pm. Details here.
Skate Under the Stars at Santa Monica's New Seasonal Roller Rink: Roll at Santa Monica is a new seasonal skating rink that will twirl daily from August 10 through October 14. Join the Grand Opening Celebration on August 10, from 12-2pm, featuring music and skate performances by LA Skate Hunnies. August 10–October 14 at 1324 5th St. Would you like to know more?
"Second Saturdays of Summer" Free Movie in the Park: Wilmont Neighborhood Coalition is hosting "free live music and movies" along with free popcorn and lemonade for kids, too. This month’s movie is Wonka. Saturday August 10 at 7:45pm at Reed Park, 1133 7th St. More info here.
Santa Monica Picklympic Games: Santa Monica Pickleball Club and the city of Santa Monica are hosting the first ever Santa Monica Picklympic Games on Sunday, August 11 at Memorial Park, 1401 Olympic Blvd. Details here.
What to eat and drink
Upcoming Dinner, Alcohol Menus Elevating New Jinky’s Location: "To reestablish Jinky’s as a downtown destination, a new dinner menu is soon set to be introduced, prompting later hours for hungry customers. Open from 7:30am to 3pm, the dinner portion of the location will push closing time to 10pm. First seen at the Studio City location, the Jinky’s dinner will "reflect the global flavors" of Los Angeles, with dishes inspired by Southwest, Italian, Californian, French, Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine." Would you like to know more?
The Infatuation’s "Where To Eat Lunch In Santa Monica" List: The updated list includes Bread Head, La Purépecha, Ghisallo, among others. Details here.
Further Afield: LA River Fest 2024: Join Friends of the LA River (FoLAR) on Sunday, August 11th for a free, open-air environmental arts and community festival celebrating the culture, history, and people that shape the LA River. More info here.
LOOKING AHEAD: Montana Ave. (8/24), The Pier’s Birthday Bash (9/6), Main St. Day of the Dog Festival (9/7), Montana Ave. Art Walk (9/28); Americana in the Park (Sundays in September)
If there’s something you think is worth highlighting around town, reach out to me at sean@smdp.com
