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Newsletter: Feb 26, 2026

By Editor

Sunshine and clouds mixed.
Today: 🌤️ High 70° / Low 62°
Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 79° / Low 61°

First Up

The Crow
Michelle Edgar prepares for her Live to Serve series at The Crow in Santa Monica

Live to Serve: A Visionary Series on Transformation, Service, and Returning to One’s Calling at The Crow

On Sunday evening at The Crow in Santa Monica, a room known for holding intimate truths will become the starting point of something larger ...READ

Close to Home

Malibu Approves Two-Step Vote on $125M Fire Recovery Sewer
Malibu City Council unanimously approved a two-step voting process for a $125 million sewer project to help 461 fire-damaged beachfront properties rebuild after the Palisades Fire.
DOJ Sues UCLA Over Alleged Campus Antisemitism
Justice Department sues UCLA, alleging it failed to protect Jewish employees from campus hostility and antisemitic harassment.
March Events at Santa Monica Farmers Markets
Santa Monica’s Main Street and Pico farmers markets host spring events in March 2026, featuring live music, kids activities, and fresh greens.


In Case You Missed It

Ex-Los Angeles fire chief sues the city over her firing after the Palisades Fire
By CHRISTOPHER WEBER Associated Press The former Los Angeles fire chief has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging that her ouster was part of an orchestrated effort to smear her conduct and decision-making so Mayor Karen Bass could avoid accountability for the most destructive wildfire in LA history. Bass
5M+ Register for 2028 LA Olympics Tickets Before Deadline
Over 5 million people from 194 countries registered for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics tickets. Registration closes March 18 for first ticket draw.
Santa Monica Students Brighten Seniors’ Valentine’s Day
Crossroads School students delivered 60+ handmade Valentine cards to Santa Monica assisted living residents, connecting community volunteers with seniors.

Events

Bedsweater

The Venice West

Thu. Feb 26 8:00PM

1717 Lincoln Blvd,, Venice

Frieze Los Angeles

Santa Monica Pier

Thu. Feb 26 10:00AM

200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica

Frieze Los Angeles

Santa Monica Pier

Fri. Feb 27 11:00AM

200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center

Fri. Feb 27 7:30PM

1310 11th St, Santa Monica

Black History Month Reading Challenge

Sat. Feb 28 12:00AM

, Santa Monica

Frieze Los Angeles

Santa Monica Pier

Sat. Feb 28 11:00AM

200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica

Mandy Gonzalez in Concert

Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center

Sat. Feb 28 7:30PM

1310 11th St, Santa Monica

Mandy Gonzalez in Concert Presented by BroadStage Santa Monica

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage

Sat. Feb 28 7:30PM

1310 11th Street, Santa Monica

Frieze Los Angeles

Santa Monica Pier

Sun. Mar 1 11:00AM

200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica

Live To Serve

The Crow

Sun. Mar 1 6:00PM

2525 Michigan Avenue #Unit F4, Santa Monica

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