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# Newsletter: Apr 24, 2026
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-23-2026-2/
- Published: 2026-04-24T19:26:41.000Z
- Updated: 2026-04-24T19:26:41.000Z
- Author: Editor

Sunshine to start, then a few afternoon clouds. High 73F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph.  
Today: 🌤️ High 73° / Low 54°  
Tomorrow: ☁️ High 63° / Low 54°

### **First Up**

![Airport-to-park](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/urban-edge.png) 

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## New letter asks Council to redo Airport-to-Park plan to include housing

Santa Monicans for Renters’ Rights is urging the Santa Monica City Council to designate a portion of the future Santa Monica Airport park... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/housing-advocates-push-for-affordable-housing-at-santa-monica-airport/)

### **Close to Home**

[Santa Monica Becomes Focus of Zbur’s Coastal BillAB 1740, now focused solely on Santa Monica, exempts housing and parking projects from California Coastal Commission permits. The bill passed committee 10-0 and heads to Assembly vote.![](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/1740.png)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-becomes-sole-focus-of-zburs-revised-coastal-development-bill/)

[Brian Goldsmith Makes His Case for State SenateBrian Goldsmith, running for California State Senate District 24, is campaigning across Santa Monica and the Westside, focusing on public safety, affordability, and economic recovery.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/BG-Headshot.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/brian-goldsmith-makes-his-case-for-state-senate-one-conversation-at-a-time/)

[Barcelona Natural Wine Bar Comes to Santa MonicaBar Xuntos, a Barcelona-inspired natural wine bar, opens in Santa Monica on April 29\. Spanish wines, pintxos, and croquetas from Wine Director Scott Baker and Chef Sandra Cordero.![](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-2026-04-17-044346.png)](https://www.smdp.com/barcelona-inspired-natural-wine-bar-to-open-in-santa-monica-april-29/)

[Samohi Students Named Finalists in International Conrad ChallengeThree Samohi students named finalists in 2026 Conrad Challenge for their satellite steering technology innovation. Team Aphelion will compete at Space Center Houston in April.![](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---0b06698d-ddd4-467e-8dd8-37a404becf04.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/samohi-students-named-finalists-in-international-conrad-challenge/)

### **In Case You Missed It**

[Explore Santa Monica’s Growing Beach Dunes This AprilJoin Bay Foundation guided dune tours at Santa Monica Beach on Wednesdays and Saturdays in April. Learn about coastal restoration, native plants, and wildlife habitats.![](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/Dune-guide-tours.png)](https://www.smdp.com/bay-foundation-offers-guided-dune-tours-till-end-of-april/)

[Mad Hatter Tea Party Fundraiser in Santa Monica April 26Santa Monica Breakfast Club’s 9th annual Mad Hatter Tea Party fundraiser is April 26, noon-3pm at the YMCA. Honors Jim Harris, features brunch, auctions, benefits children’s dental care.![](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---SMBC-Mad-Hatter-2022.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-breakfast-club-to-host-9th-annual-mad-hatter-tea-party-april-26/)

Interest in nearby events? Check out our [editor's picks](https://www.smdp.com/event-3/#/show?subset=picks).

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