> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.smdp.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Newsletter: Apr 10, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-0-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-10T18:01:24.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-10T18:01:24.000Z - Author: Editor Overcast. High 66F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today: ☁️ High 65° / Low 55° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 65° / Low 57° ### **First Up** ![denim runs](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/image0.png) Courtesy image ## Denim run brings exercise and advocacy to Santa Monica This Sunday morning in Santa Monica, the inaugural Denim Runs will kick off as a release, and a reclamation all at once... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/denim-run-brings-exercise-and-advocacy-to-santa-monica/) ### **Close to Home** [Santa Monica Posts Biggest Rent Drop in LA Metro AreaSanta Monica rents fell 8.1% annually in April 2026, the sharpest decline in LA metro. Median rent now $2,328, down from $2,527 last year.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Cover---Screenshot-2026-04-01-134555.png)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-posts-sharpest-rent-decline-in-los-angeles-metro/) [Santa Monica Events: New Art Gallery, Kids Club & MoreSanta Monica opens first municipal art gallery at Bergamot Station April 10\. Plus kids activities, pet fairs, wine tastings, and BagelFest in LA.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPSean Besser![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/pets.png)](https://www.smdp.com/around-town-gallery-openings-pet-fairs-and-bagel-fest/) [Santa Monica Art: Husband-Wife Duo Shows at Bruce LurieBruce Lurie Gallery in Santa Monica opens ‘Observed/Imagined’ featuring photographer Gary Levinson and painter Jody Levinson April 18-May 16, 2026.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---image003.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/bruce-lurie-gallery-to-exhibit-husband-and-wife-duo-exploring-observation-and-imagination/) [LA Marathon Honors 3 Champions as 2026 Golden StarsThe Los Angeles Marathon honored wheelchair champion Jim Knaub and marathon winners Wesley and John Korir as 2026 Golden Stars for their contributions to the race.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Untitled-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la-marathon-honors-three-champions-as-2026-golden-stars/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Santa Monica Pier Marks Route 66’s 100th AnniversarySanta Monica Pier executives attended a Chicago ceremony designating Navy Pier as Route 66’s new symbolic eastern starting point for the highway’s 100th anniversary.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Navy-Pier-and-Santa-Monica-Pier-officials-dedicated-Navy-Pier-as-the-new-symbolic-eastern-starting-point-of-Historic-Route-66-on-March-25--2026-Photo-One..jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/locals-travel-to-chicago-to-mark-symbolic-starting-point-of-route-66/) [Raman Launches LA Mayor Bid, Attacks Bass Homeless PolicyLos Angeles Councilmember Nithya Raman launches mayoral campaign criticizing Mayor Karen Bass’s Inside Safe program, citing 40% return-to-street rate.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/NR-logo.png)](https://www.smdp.com/raman-blasts-bass-homelessness-record-and-unveils-rival-plan-for-l-a-mayors-race/) [SMC Earth Week 2026: Free Documentary, Garden Workshop & MoreSanta Monica College hosts free Earth Week events April 9-23, 2026 including documentary screening, gardening workshop and sustainability fair at 1900 Pico Blvd.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/EarthWeek2026posterfinal.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-to-celebrate-earth-week-2026-with-free-events/) [Pacific Park Names New Government Affairs DirectorPacific Park on Santa Monica Pier appoints Tim Defuria as Director of Government and Community Affairs to strengthen relationships with city.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Tim-Defuria--Director-of-Government-and-Community-Affairs--Pacific-Park-on-the-Santa-Monica-Pier-Photo.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/pacific-park-names-tim-defuria-director-of-government-and-community-affairs/) ### Events [ **Big Feelings Weekend at Cayton Children's Museum** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/big-feelings-weekend-at-cayton-childrens-museum/18487820/2026-04-10T08) Cayton Children's Museum Fri. Apr 10 8:00AM 395 Santa Monica Place, #374, Santa Monica [ **Bundy Triangle Night Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bundy-triangle-night-market/18490079/2026-04-10T17) Bundy Triangle Fri. Apr 10 5:00PM 1500 S Bundy Drive, Los Angeles [ **RUN FOR COVER** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/run-for-cover/18439149/2026-04-10T00) Jameson’s Pub Fri. Apr 10 12:00AM 2702 Main St, Santa Monica [ **$5 Community Dog Training Classes!** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/5-community-dog-training-classes/11981844/2026-04-11T10) Virginia Ave Park Sat. Apr 11 10:30AM 2200 Virgina Ave, Santa Monica [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-04-11T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Apr 11 9:00AM 2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica [ **Main Street Walk** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/main-street-walk/18119523/2026-04-11T10) The Historic Shotgun House Sat. Apr 11 10:30AM 2520 2nd St, Santa Monica [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-04-12T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Apr 12 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **City Council Meeting** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/city-council-meeting/13799967/2026-04-14T17) Santa Monica City Hall Tue. Apr 14 5:30PM 1685 Main St., Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-04-14T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Apr 14 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Biz@Sunset Mixer** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bizsunset-mixer/16613817/2026-04-15T17) Lunetta Wed. Apr 15 5:00PM 2420 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/041026.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)