> ## 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: Jan 19, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-jan-19-2026/ - Published: 2026-01-19T18:25:47.000Z - Updated: 2026-01-19T18:28:12.000Z - Author: Editor What a beautiful MLK Day to be outdoors: Today: ☀️ High 72° / Low 52° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 72° / Low 50° ### **First Up** ![transportation map](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w960/format/webp/2026/01/mode-1.png) (Photo Credit: Courtesy). ### Santa Monica expands MODE transit service hours for seniors, disabled residents Santa Monica's MODE transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities is expanding hours starting January, including weekday service until 6 p.m. and the restoration of Sunday service that was suspended during the pandemic....[READ](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-expands-mode-transit-service-hours-for-seniors-disabled-residents/) ### **Close to Home** [Rams Survive Williams’ Wild TD Pass, Beat Bears 20-17 in OTThe LA Rams defeated the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime after Harrison Mevis kicked a 42-yard field goal, sending them to the NFC championship against Seattle.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-127.png)SMDPEditor![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Stafford-victory-pose.png)](https://www.smdp.com/rams-shake-off-wild-late-td-pass-by-caleb-williams-beat-bears-20-17-in-ot-to-reach-nfc-title-game/) [No Ocean Safety Standards Year After LA Wildfires | Santa MonicaHeal the Bay says Santa Monica beaches still lack clear ocean safety protocols one year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, with no standardized testing for wildfire contaminants.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-124.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/9L4A8944-1-1.jpg.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/clear-ocean-safety-standards-still-lag-one-year-after-la-wildfires/) ### **In Case You Missed** [LAHSA Improves LA Homeless Count Amid Accuracy ConcernsLAHSA is enhancing its 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count with better digital maps, expanded support staff and training amid ongoing concerns about the count’s accuracy.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-114.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0140-1.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/lahsa-announces-improvements-to-2026-homeless-count-amid-ongoing-accuracy-concerns/) [WWD Style Awards in LA: Behind the Scenes of Celebrity StyleThe WWD Style Awards in LA honored the creative forces behind celebrity style, with George Clooney accepting an award on behalf of Giorgio Armani.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-126.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image3-1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/wwd-style-awards-peeling-back-the-curtain-on-culturemakers/) [Santa Monica: Finding Humanity and Sanity in Today’s News CycleFinding balance during overwhelming news cycles requires limiting media consumption, focusing on the present, and maintaining vigilance without sacrificing mental health.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-116.png)SMDPDevan Sipher![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/unmuted-scaled-1.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/how-do-we-keep-our-humanity-and-our-sanity/) [Dodgers Announce DodgerFest with World Series Champions on Jan. 31The Dodgers will host DodgerFest on Jan. 31, featuring Ohtani, Betts and Freeman from their championship teams. Tickets go on sale Jan. 15 for members, Jan. 16 for public.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-111.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image001-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/dodgers-announce-annual-dodgerfest-for-jan-31/) ### Events [ **The Gordons Improv Residency** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-gordons-improv-residency/14863274/2026-01-19T19) Westside Comedy Theater Mon. Jan 19 7:00PM 1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica [ **Books & Bagels - Venice Library Book Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/books-bagels-venice-library-book-club/14548474/2026-01-20T12) Venice Branch Library Tue. Jan 20 12:30PM 501 S Venice Blvd., Venice [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-01-20T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Jan 20 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Tech & Tasks** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/tech-tasks/16225799/2026-01-20T16) Pico Branch Library Tue. Jan 20 4:00PM 2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica [ **Walking Meditation** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/walking-meditation/16206460/2026-01-21T08) Beach lot 5 South Wed. Jan 21 8:00AM 2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles [ **Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/live-music-fridays-at-the-surfing-fox/14385252/2026-01-23T18) 120 Colorado Ave Fri. Jan 23 6:00PM CA Contact Info (424) 214-1830 matt.sedgwick@candrpr.com Visit thesurfingfoxsm.com to view menus and learn more, Santa Monica [ **Walking Meditation** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/walking-meditation/16206460/2026-01-23T08) Beach lot 5 South Fri. Jan 23 8:00AM 2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles [ **Beginner Reformer Pilates at Good Body Pilates Studio** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/beginner-reformer-pilates-at-good-body-pilates-studio/16094481/2026-01-24T10) Good Body Pilates Studio 3229 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica Sat. Jan 24 10:00AM Good Body Pilates Studio, Santa Monica [ **Santa Monica Airport Antique Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/santa-monica-airport-antique-market/15831601/2026-01-25T08) Santa Monica Airport Sun. Jan 25 8:00AM 2800-3200 Airport Ave, Santa Monica [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-01-25T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Jan 25 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/011926.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)