> ## 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: Mar 04, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-mar-04-2026/ - Published: 2026-03-04T18:39:19.000Z - Updated: 2026-03-04T18:39:19.000Z - Author: Editor Cloudy. High 64F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Today: ☁️ High 64° / Low 56° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 77° / Low 56° ### **First Up** ![SoFi](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/03/COVER---IMG_1122.jpeg) Michelle Edgar ### At SoFi Stadium, Australia Maps the Next Decade of Global Sports Tourism Last Wednesday at SoFi Stadium, the field itself became a diplomatic table. Executives stood along the sideline where championships have been decided...[READ](https://www.smdp.com/at-sofi-stadium-australia-maps-the-next-decade-of-global-sports-tourism/) ### **Close to Home** [Santa Monica Schools Weigh Artificial Turf Trade-offsSanta Monica-Malibu school district study finds artificial turf saves 20 million gallons of water annually but raises chemical exposure concerns.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-315.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/field.png)](https://www.smdp.com/new-study-lays-out-trade-offs-as-santa-monica-school-district-weighs-artificial-turf-decisions/) [Palisades Fire Recovery Becomes Test of CA LeadershipSan Jose Mayor Matt Mahan tours Pacific Palisades burn zone with Rick Caruso, discussing insurance barriers and infrastructure needs for California fire recovery.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-314.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---IMG_1288.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/palisades-recovery-becomes-a-test-of-leadership-insurance-and-accountability/) [Malibu Streamlines Rebuilding Process for Fire VictimsMalibu City Council votes 5-0 to streamline seawall variances for 320+ beachfront properties damaged in Palisades Fire, allowing faster rebuilding.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-313.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0355.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-takes-first-step-to-speed-rebuilding-for-palisades-fire-victims/) [CA Bill Aims to Strengthen Foster Care ProtectionsCalifornia Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduces AB 1967 to strengthen protections for youth in foster care ages 18-21 and require 21-day review of abuse reports.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-312.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Rick-Zbur.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/zbur-introduces-bill-to-strengthen-protections-for-youth-in-foster-care/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Santa Monica 11-Year-Old CEO Builds 3D Printing EmpireAria Mendoza, 11, of Santa Monica built Print Love by Aria from cardboard keychain sales, now has 40,000 TikTok followers and donates profits to charity.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-311.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER-image0--1-.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-girl-11-builds-3d-printing-business/) [CA Lawmakers Target Insurance Delays for Rare Disease CareCalifornia lawmakers introduce bipartisan AB 1887 to eliminate prior authorization and step therapy requirements for FDA-approved rare disease treatments![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-310.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Rick-Zbur-2-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/california-lawmakers-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-end-insurance-delays-for-rare-disease-patients/) [Jacob Soboroff Discusses LA Fires Book at Santa Monica LibraryMSNBC reporter Jacob Soboroff discusses his book ‘Firestorm’ about the 2025 LA fires at Santa Monica Library March 4, 6pm. Free event, book required.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-309.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/jacob-soboroff-author-photo-credit-jason-frank-rothenberg-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/msnow-reporter-jacob-soboroff-to-discuss-new-book-on-los-angeles-fires-at-santa-monica-library/) [Free St. Paddy’s Day Party on Santa Monica’s Third StreetFree St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica March 14, 2026, 6-9pm featuring live Irish music, games, and outdoor bar.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-308.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image-3.png)](https://www.smdp.com/downtown-santa-monica-to-host-st-paddys-day-celebration-on-third-street-promenade/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184438/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184438/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### Events [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-03-04T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Mar 4 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **NOMA Meeting Thursday, March 5th guest Assemblymember Richard Zbur** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/noma-meeting-thursday-march-5th-guest-assemblymember-richard-zbur/18266980/2026-03-05T19) Thu. Mar 5 7:00PM , Santa Monica [ **Dan Navarro** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dan-navarro/17941058/2026-03-07T20) McCabes Sat. Mar 7 8:00PM 3101 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Downtown Walking Tour** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/downtown-walking-tour/15830816/2026-03-07T10) Hosteling Intl. Sat. Mar 7 10:00AM 1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica [ **Craft Café & Supply Swap with Peo Vee** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/craft-caf-supply-swap-with-peo-vee/17776352/2026-03-08T14) Circular Library Sun. Mar 8 2:30PM 1221 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-03-08T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Mar 8 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Karaoke Mondays at The Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/karaoke-mondays-at-the-whaler/17408730/2026-03-09T00) 101 Broadway Mon. Mar 9 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **City Council Meeting** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/city-council-meeting/13799967/2026-03-10T17) Santa Monica City Hall Tue. Mar 10 5:30PM 1685 Main St., Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-03-10T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Mar 10 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/030426.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)