> ## 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 14, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-14-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-14T20:24:12.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-14T20:24:12.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny. High 68F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today: ☀️ High 68° / Low 54° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 70° / Low 56° ### **First Up** ![Lease for California Roadhouse](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/Rusty-s.png) Courtesy image ## Lease for California Roadhouse stalls after labor union opposes terms Six months after being selected as the new tenant for a vacant restaurant space on the Santa Monica Pier... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/lease-for-california-roadhouse-stalls-after-labor-union-opposes-terms/) ### **Close to Home** [Brookdale Ocean House Kicks Off Bocce Season With Pollinator GardenBrookdale Ocean House in Santa Monica launches bocce season April 15 with Bocce & Botanicals, combining bocce ball with a pollinator garden workshop led by resident Sharon.![](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/2026/04/Cover---Untitled.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/brookdale-ocean-house-kicks-off-bocce-season-with-pollinator-garden-event/) [UCLA Finds AI Missing Key Human Trait, Raises Safety AlarmUCLA Health researchers find AI systems lack internal embodiment and body awareness that humans have, creating safety concerns in high-stakes applications.![](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/Screenshot-2026-04-06-151823.png)](https://www.smdp.com/ucla-researchers-say-ais-lack-of-bodily-experience-poses-safety-risks/) [Baywatch Production Stays in Venice Beach, LA Officials SayBaywatch TV series will continue filming at Venice Beach and Los Angeles County locations after officials resolved permitting challenges.![](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/20260410_182642000_iOS.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/baywatch-to-continue-local-filming-as-officials-restate-importance-of-ongoing-production/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [UCLA Receives $33M to Expand Youth Mental Health TrainingUCLA received $33 million from Ballmer Group to expand youth mental health workforce training in Los Angeles County, aiming to produce 2,600 new graduates by 2031.![](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/UCLAunnamed.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/ucla-receives-33-million-to-expand-youth-mental-health-workforce/) [LA Launches Private Foundation for Public Health CutsLos Angeles community leaders launched The Fund for Advancing Public Health LA to offset $50 million in LA County public health budget cuts affecting clinics.![](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/size/w1200/2026/04/Untitled.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la-leaders-launch-private-foundation-to-offset-50m-in-public-health-cuts/) [3 Santa Monica Neighborhood Groups Reject City GrantsThree Santa Monica neighborhood organizations declined city grants for 2025-26, citing overreaching requirements despite $7,000 annual funding and council clarifications.![](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/maps.png)](https://www.smdp.com/three-neighborhood-groups-reject-city-grant-funding/) [Santa Monica Brewery Gets Massive Outdoor JumbotronSanta Monica Brew Works installed an 11.5-foot outdoor jumbotron in its beer garden for 2026 World Cup viewing, sports games, and movies.![](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---Slide1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-brewery-installs-outdoor-jumbotron-ahead-of-2026-world-cup/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184438/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184438/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### Events [ **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 [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-04-15T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Apr 15 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **Bundy Triangle Night Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bundy-triangle-night-market/18490079/2026-04-17T17) Bundy Triangle Fri. Apr 17 5:00PM 1500 S Bundy Drive, Los Angeles [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-04-18T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Apr 18 9:00AM 2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica [ **Roman Garden: Seed Ball Workshop** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/roman-garden-seed-ball-workshop/18261574/2026-04-18T11) Getty Villa Sat. Apr 18 11:00AM 17985 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-04-19T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Apr 19 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/041426.pdf?ref=smdp.com)