> ## 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 16, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-16-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-16T17:47:46.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-16T17:47:46.000Z - Author: Editor Partly cloudy skies this morning will become overcast during the afternoon. High 67F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Today: 🌤️ High 67° / Low 55° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 73° / Low 56° ### **First Up** ![Animal shelters](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/Target-A067416-0335-1.jpg) Target is up for adoption from the Santa Monica Shelter at 1640 9th St. Call (310) 458-8595 for more information. Photo by Elizabeth Noble ## Animal shelters are filling up as more people are forced to give up their pets The Santa Monica Animal Shelter reached its capacity for dogs last week and while a combination of efforts have since cleared room for new four-legged friends... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/animal-shelters-are-filling-up-as-more-people-are-forced-to-give-up-their-pets/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **Close to Home** [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/) [Locals’ Night at Santa Monica Pier - April 16Santa Monica Pier’s Locals’ Night returns April 16, 3:30-10pm with free live music, art market, salsa dancing, classic cars, and theater. All ages welcome.![](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---Springtime-at-the-Santa-Monica-Pier----Locals--Night--Returns-April-16---Classic-Car-Show.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-piers-locals-night-returns-april-16-with-music-art-salsa-and-live-theater/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Fast Food Returns to Santa Monica PromenadeSanta Monica approves fast food chains at Third Street Promenade after lifting 2018 ban. Taco Bell Cantina and Raising Cane’s opening downtown to fill vacancies and boost foot traffic.![](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/Taco-Bell.png)](https://www.smdp.com/fast-foods-return-to-the-promenade-draws-upbeat-reactions-from-city-officials/) [Santa Monica-based Snapchat owner cuts 16% of global staff–cites AI efficiencyThe owner of social media platform Snapchat said Wednesday it’s eliminating about 16% of its global workforce, or about 1,000 jobs that will be culled in its latest round of layoffs. Snap Inc. said in a regulatory filing that the job cuts will cost about $95 million to $130![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/2025_SNAP_Lockup_Hrz_Positive_RGB_300.png)](https://www.smdp.com/snapchat-owner-cuts-16-of-global-staff-in-latest-round-of-job-cuts/) [Malibu Explains Wireless Facility Installation RulesThe City of Malibu released a fact sheet explaining wireless facility installation regulations, the city’s review process, and resident rights.![](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-2-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-releases-fact-sheet-on-wireless-facility-regulations/) [EverBank Opens 10th SoCal Branch in Santa MonicaEverBank opens its 10th Southern California branch in Santa Monica at 1630 Montana Ave, offering consumer and commercial banking with ATM access.![](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-1-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/everbank-opens-10th-southern-california-branch-in-santa-monica/) ### 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/041626.pdf?ref=smdp.com)