Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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SANTA MONICA - When the curtain rises on Westside Ballet's 52nd annual Nutcracker this Thanksgiving weekend, audiences will witness something increasingly rare in American ballet: a true community production elevated to world-class standards. New York City Ballet principals Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia return as Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier for the November 29-30 performances at The Broad Stage, followed by Los Angeles Ballet company dancer Rony Baseman and Ashley Chung fro...
SANTA MONICA – On Wednesday night, November 19, 2025, Santa Monica High School's boys basketball team opened Ocean League play with a commanding 66-33 victory over visiting University High School at the North Gym. The Vikings led from start to finish and were never seriously threatened. Santa Monica built a large early lead and took a 44-21 advantage into halftime. The margin continued to grow in the second half, triggering a running clock for much of the fourth quarter. F...
Santa Monica, CA – October 23, 2025 Dodger greats Steve Garvey, Eric Karros, and Adrian Gonzalez headlined a vibrant "Catch the Blue Wave" pep rally Thursday night on the Third Street Promenade, rallying thousands of fans as the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare to defend their World Series title against the Toronto Blue Jays. The event, hosted by Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. and the City of Santa Monica from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., featured autograph sessions, photo opportunities with t...
On Friday, October 10, 2025, Santa Monica High School's homecoming football game against South High School turned into a thrilling display of resilience and determination, as the Vikings staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 42-31 victory. The accurate story of this night reveals a game that was on the verge of a devastating loss, only to be transformed by an extraordinary sequence of events in the final minutes. With just 3:30 remaining on the clock, Santa Monica High...
Santa Monica High School initiated a precautionary lockdown on Monday afternoon Sept 29th, following reports of an armed individual at a gas station located in close proximity to the campus, according to information from the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) website. Santa Monica Police posted that they have the suspect and his BB gun, in custody. The incident unfolded around 1:30 p.m., prompting district officials to place the school under lockdown as a saf...
BURBANK, CA – On the evening of September 5, 2025, the Santa Monica High School (Samohi) Vikings football team traveled to Burbank to face off against the John Burroughs High School Bears at Memorial Stadium, emerging victorious with a commanding 35-9 win. The Vikings set the tone early, establishing a lead that they maintained throughout the game, showcasing their strength and preparation following a challenging 2024 season. Coming off a season-opening 35-0 shutout against Ka...
**Kansas City, MO – November 3, 2025** – Pop icon Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce announced their engagement on November 2, 2025, in a heartfelt Instagram post that sent fans into a frenzy. The couple, both 35, shared a series of intimate photos from a candlelit garden proposal, captioned with a cheeky reference to their public personas: “Your English teacher and your gym teacher said yes 🧨.” Set to Swift’s song “So High School” from her *The Torture...
A sea of students in pink and white surf hats piled into the Santa Monica City Hall council meeting on a Tuesday afternoon, all unified on one front: our ocean. Surfers Who Serve is a student-led initiative composed of teens from across school districts who are deeply concerned about the safety and future of Santa Monica Bay. Teal Greene, co-founder of Surfers Who Serve, says they "don't want to inherit a polluted problem." Instead, they want to address the issue head-on....
When Shannon Erdmann commutes from Calabasas to Santa Monica for ballet class, she's trading one high-pressure environment for another-but this time, the pressure comes with joy. "Ballet has always been a huge stress reliever for me," says Erdmann, a Wall Street banker who left professional dance at 21 to pursue finance. "It's a happy place where I can have fun and just focus on my body." Erdmann is one of over 70 adult dancers preparing to take the stage this Saturday at...
SANTA MONICA, CA - Organizers of the Santa Monica Main Street Independence Day Parade have extended a warm invitation to Pacific Palisades community groups to participate in the 2025 celebration, fostering a spirit of regional unity. Set for July 4, 2025, the 19th annual parade will showcase the vibrant artistic spirit of Santa Monica, with this year's theme centered on "Celebrating the Arts." Discussions between Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades organizers aim to include...
Welcome to Torrance, California-Where Coastal Beach Vibe Meets City Energy Located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, just 20 minutes south of the Westside, Torrance is a hidden gem blending breezy beach vibes with vibrant city life. Whether you're planning a quick day trip or a full weekend getaway, Torrance delivers the best of both worlds-mid-century charm, a rich cultural history, and a laid-back California feel that's perfect for families. Many SoCal...
Welcome to Torrance, California—Where Coastal Beach Vibe Meets City Energy Located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, just 20 minutes south of the Westside, Torrance is a hidden gem blending breezy beach vibes with vibrant city life. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or a full weekend getaway, Torrance delivers the best of both worlds—mid-century charm, a rich cultural history, and a laid-back California feel that’s perfect for families. Many SoCal residen...
Dear Council, The sad part about this letter is I've written some version of it every year for the last 8 years. It is a lesson in failure at every level. Or maybe a lesson in my own insanity expecting something might change. I'm going to tie several things together here, so excuse the length. First, last weekend: FRIDAY NIGHT: After dinner out my wife and I went to the CVS on Wilshire where we encountered a deranged shirtless man threatening CVS staff with a skateboard,...
It is my understanding that Palisades High and LA Unified School District are considering and in discussions to temporarily lease the former vacant Sears Building in Downtown Santa Monica as a temporary location for PaliHi. I am a Palisades High grad. Several of my brothers and sisters attended as well, and participated in after-school sports and activities. As one who owns and finances property in the Downtown Santa Monica area, I may stand to benefit financially. But first...
Shouting that "America has never been great," a group of Santa Monica High School students protested against Donald Trump, Elon Musk, the end of Diversity Equity and Inclusion policies, the deportation of illegal migrants, and other issues on 2.6.25. The event drew about 250 Participants carrying Mexican flags and signs that said "Trans Rights are Human Rights," "Elect a clown, expect a circus," and "No one is illegal on stolen land." Santa Monica High School students...
On January 27, 2025, the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) received a report regarding a suspected inappropriate relationship between a 16-year-old female student from Santa Monica High School and a male teacher. Detectives investigated and found that the science teacher and the student had been involved in inappropriate activities since late 2024, occurring in various locations across Los Angeles County. On February 5, 2025, SMPD detectives, with the help of uniformed...
As the holiday season approaches, Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM, Inc.) brings the holiday spirit to the downtown district with a series of community events. From the much-anticipated return of Ice at Santa Monica presented by Disney+ and themed skate nights to the delightful Holiday Thursdays and the tree lighting celebration, there's something for everyone to enjoy this season in the heart of Santa Monica. On Thursday, November 21, the community will gather for the...
Sid Meltzner, born in Lithuania on November 12, 1925, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024. Sid moved with his mother and older sisters to Chicago in 1929, following his father by two years, and proudly enlisted in the US Army after graduating high school, to fight in the final year of World War II. After the war, Sid completed a bachelor's degree at Illinois Institute of Technology, and then moved to Southern California to pursue a career as a mechanical engineer in t...
June 14, 2024 - Santa Monica College has received a legal complaint letter from nonpartisan education organization StandWithUS regarding two class assignments that they call bigoted, harassing, and ultimately illegal. StandWithUs supports Israel and fights antisemitism. The assignments involved are: (1) Professor Elias Serna's Ethnic Studies 1: Introduction to Ethnic Studies in which he asked, "What are your thoughts on the ongoing destruction and genocide by Israel in...
(6.17.24) - editor's note: Marelle restaurant under Culinary Director Raphael Lunetta, is now open at 1740 Ocean Ave. Lunetta also did Santa Monica restaurants JiRaffe and Lunetta. The following is excerpted from their press release: Drawing from (Lunetta's) 35 years of culinary experience and inspirations from classic Coastal California cuisine, his travels from around the world, and the richness of farm-fresh local ingredients. Marelle, which means "Star of the Sea," offers...
This May, the Westside Ballet of Santa Monica not only celebrates its storied 50-year legacy but also showcases the bright future of ballet during its Spring Showcase and Gala. Featuring renowned stars and promising talents, the event highlights the enduring heritage and vibrant future of performing arts in Southern California. The Masters of Movement Spring Showcases, taking place on May 17th and 18th at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage, will feature a vibrant mix of classical...
Editor's note: This is a response to the SMMUSD's recent appeal for private donations, at https://www.smobserved.com/story/2024/03/06/news/span-classbrnwsbreaking-news-spansmmusd-school-superintendent-shelton-appeals-to-community-for-donations/8150.html Dear Dr. Shelton and Esteemed Members of the SMMUSD Board of Education, We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to you not just as concerned parents within the SMMUSD but as active community members deeply invested...
SM Budget Tops $750,000,000 Santa Monica lawmakers grappled with a three quarters of a billion dollar annual budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. "On June 27, 2023, the City Council unanimously adopted a balanced biennial budget for FY 2023–25 focused on community priorities of a safe and clean Santa Monica, addressing homelessness, and an equitable and inclusive economic recovery," says the City's website. "Adoption of the Biennial Budget comes as Santa Monica emerges from the...
Good evening. Thank you for being here with me, the Vice Mayor and City Manager David White for the annual State of the City event. On behalf of myself and my colleagues on the City Council, I want to thank you for your interest in staying informed about what's happening in this community we call home. I also want to thank the members of our Boards and Commissions, many of whom have joined us tonight. A special thank you to the Chairs and Vice Chairs who have joined my...
(Editor’s note: Gleam Davis is not termed out and could run for one more term). Gleam Davis will term out on the City Council this year. Why are Santa Monica taxpayers paying to send a lame duck Council Member to Vienna, Austria for a week in April for a housing conference? Find out (or not) when the City Council addresses the Budget at its Tuesday, February 27 meeting. ____ Nobody else could go? But the City is already sending Council Member Torosis. Is Caroline’s att...
