> ## 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: Feb 26, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-feb-26-2026/ - Published: 2026-02-26T20:24:38.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-26T20:24:38.000Z - Author: Editor Sunshine and clouds mixed. Today: šŸŒ¤ļø High 70Ā° / Low 62Ā° Tomorrow: šŸŒ¤ļø High 79Ā° / Low 61Ā° ### **First Up** ![The Crow](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/02/61feafd6-fcdd-41e1-92bc-b4b734a37cef_1080x1350.webp) 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 Oneā€™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](https://www.smdp.com/live-to-serve-a-visionary-series-on-transformation-service-and-returning-to-ones-calling-at-the-crow/) ### **Close to Home** [Malibu Approves Two-Step Vote on $125M Fire Recovery SewerMalibu 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.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-293.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Untitled.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-directs-staff-to-pursue-two-step-voting-process-for-125-million-sewer-project/) [DOJ Sues UCLA Over Alleged Campus AntisemitismJustice Department sues UCLA, alleging it failed to protect Jewish employees from campus hostility and antisemitic harassment.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-292.png)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/uclapano-3.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/justice-department-suit-accuses-ucla-of-failing-to-protect-jewish-employees-from-campus-hostility/) [March Events at Santa Monica Farmers MarketsSanta Monicaā€™s Main Street and Pico farmers markets host spring events in March 2026, featuring live music, kids activities, and fresh greens.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-291.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_0378--1--1.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/march-at-the-market/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **In Case You Missed It** [Ex-Los Angeles fire chief sues the city over her firing after the Palisades FireBy 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-284.png)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/lafd.png)](https://www.smdp.com/ex-los-angeles-fire-chief-sues-the-city-over-her-firing-after-the-palisades-fire/) [5M+ Register for 2028 LA Olympics Tickets Before DeadlineOver 5 million people from 194 countries registered for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics tickets. Registration closes March 18 for first ticket draw.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-283.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---LA28-3.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la28-ticket-registrations-top-5-million-with-march-deadline-approaching/) [Santa Monica Students Brighten Seniorsā€™ Valentineā€™s DayCrossroads School students delivered 60+ handmade Valentine cards to Santa Monica assisted living residents, connecting community volunteers with seniors.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-282.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_6020.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/students-send-community-valentines-to-senior-citizens/) ### Events [ **Bedsweater** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bedsweater/17951543/2026-02-26T20) The Venice West Thu. Feb 26 8:00PM 1717 Lincoln Blvd,, Venice [ **Frieze Los Angeles** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/frieze-los-angeles/17921206/2026-02-26T10) Santa Monica Pier Thu. Feb 26 10:00AM 200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica [ **Frieze Los Angeles** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/frieze-los-angeles/17921206/2026-02-27T11) Santa Monica Pier Fri. Feb 27 11:00AM 200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica [ **Ladysmith Black Mambazo** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/ladysmith-black-mambazo/16112590/2026-02-27T19) Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center Fri. Feb 27 7:30PM 1310 11th St, Santa Monica [ **Black History Month Reading Challenge** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/black-history-month-reading-challenge/18087773/2026-02-28T00) Sat. Feb 28 12:00AM , Santa Monica [ **Frieze Los Angeles** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/frieze-los-angeles/17921206/2026-02-28T11) Santa Monica Pier Sat. Feb 28 11:00AM 200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica [ **Mandy Gonzalez in Concert** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/mandy-gonzalez-in-concert/16112591/2026-02-28T19) 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** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/mandy-gonzalez-in-concert-presented-by-broadstage-santa-monica/17795532/2026-02-28T19) The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage Sat. Feb 28 7:30PM 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica [ **Frieze Los Angeles** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/frieze-los-angeles/17921206/2026-03-01T11) Santa Monica Pier Sun. Mar 1 11:00AM 200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica [ **Live To Serve** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/live-to-serve/18152759/2026-03-01T18) The Crow Sun. Mar 1 6:00PM 2525 Michigan Avenue #Unit F4, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/022626.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)