> ## 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 17, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-16-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-04-17T18:59:18.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-17T18:59:18.000Z - Author: Editor Some clouds this morning will give way to generally sunny skies for the afternoon. High 69F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today: 🌤️ High 69° / Low 56° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 74° / Low 57° ### **First Up** ![Olympics](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/Cover---Untitled-1.jpg) Council: Santa Monica Council approves event agreements and code changes for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. (Courtesy Image) ## Santa Monica Approves Framework for Major Events Tied to World Cup, Olympics The Santa Monica City Council voted unanimously 6-0 April 14 to authorize negotiations for a series of major event... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-approves-framework-for-major-events-tied-to-world-cup-olympics/) ### **Close to Home** [LA28 & Intuit Expand Olympic Procurement for LA BusinessesLA28 releases procurement plan directing 75% of spending to Greater Los Angeles region and 25% to small businesses for 2028 Olympic Games. Register at RAMPLA.org.![](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---PHOTO_LA28-Procurement-Roundtable_02_2026_04_08.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la28-intuit-partner-to-expand-local-business-access-to-olympic-procurement-opportunities/) [SMC Applied Music Showcase - April 24Santa Monica College Applied Music Showcase on April 24 at 7:30 p.m. at The Broad Stage. Student performances in classical, jazz, and contemporary music. $10 tickets.![](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/Applied-Music-Showcase-20.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-applied-music-showcase-set-for-april-24-at-the-broad-stage/) [Free Earth Day Film & Panel Event in Santa Monica | April 22Free Earth Day at Emeritus event on April 22 in Santa Monica features eco-filmmaker screenings and panel discussion. 1:30-4 p.m. at SMC Emeritus Campus.![](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/Emeritus-Earth-Day-Flyer.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-emeritus-to-host-free-earth-day-film-screening-and-panel-april-22/) [Santa Monica Events: Pier Locals’ Night, Earth Day & Food Fests This WeekSanta Monica weekly guide: Santa Monica Pier Locals’ Night April 16, YMCA Healthy Kids Day, Parsons Dance, Earth Day events, Masters of Taste Food Fest, and more entertainment.![](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/about-town.png)](https://www.smdp.com/around-town-pier-locals-night-earth-day-events-food-fests/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Bill McKibben Brings Climate Action Message to MalibuBill McKibben, renowned climate journalist, speaks at Malibu Library Speaker Series on Earth Day, April 22 at Pepperdine University. Free event open to the public.![](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---Malibu-2-3.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-library-speaker-series-to-feature-climate-advocate-bill-mckibben-on-earth-day/) [24 Arts & Culture Partners Selected for Santa Monica EventsSanta Monica announces 24 new arts and culture producing partners for community events and activations through 2030, including Ocean of Sound, Juneteenth celebrations, and more.![](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---Vamos-Al-Parque-by-Go-As-If-Productions-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-welcomes-24-new-arts-and-culture-producing-partners-for-community-activations/) [Free Marimba Concert at Santa Monica College April 21Masanga Marimba performs free at Santa Monica College on April 21 at 11:15 a.m. in the SMC Quad. A Musical Journey from Africa to Latin America features traditional instruments from Zimbabwe, South Africa, Guatemala, and Mexico.![](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/MasangaNewPhoto.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-college-to-host-free-masanga-marimba-concert-april-21/) ### Events [ **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 [ **$5 Community Dog Training Classes!** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/5-community-dog-training-classes/11981844/2026-04-18T10) Virginia Ave Park Sat. Apr 18 10:30AM 2200 Virgina Ave, Santa Monica [ **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 [ **Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice, and the Environment** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/commission-on-sustainability-environmental-justice-and-the-environment/13766366/2026-04-20T19) Civic Center Parking Structure Mon. Apr 20 7:00PM 333 Civic Center Dr, Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-04-21T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Apr 21 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-04-22T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Apr 22 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/041726.pdf?ref=smdp.com)