Public radio station KCRW-Santa Monica (89.9 FM) raised more money on Friday, Aug. 19 — the final day of its 2011 summer membership drive — than on any other day in the history of the station’s on-air fundraising efforts.
Ever forget a tote, a pair of sunglasses or an accessory in the rush to pack for vacation? Fred Segal Santa Monica offers a solution with its Fred Segal Lending Library — a collection of on-loan jewelry, purses, sunglasses and other accessories — at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel.
As students of the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District gear up for another year in the classroom, openings are still available for preschool aged children in the community to get a “Head Start.
After a 5.9 earthquake hit the East Coast on Tuesday, Los Angeles County public safety officials are encouraging residents to get prepared for the next earthquake on this side of the country.
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is once again hosting PALpalooza this evening, from 5 to 11 p.m. The Santa Monica Police Activities League, and more than 100 PAL chapters from around the state, will participate in this free, back-to-school treat.
The Walt Disney Co. has awarded the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica a $5,000 grant to help fund programs that serve over 7,000 kids. “We rely on the generosity of organizations like The Walt Disney Co.
The Museum of Flying will once again open its doors at an undetermined date in November, according to museum officials. “We are excited that the museum will once again be able to preserve and present the history of aviation and inspire children to excel in academics with an emphasis on science, tech
Meals on Wheels West, a nonprofit organization that provides two meals a day, seven days a week to those who cannot easily leave their homes, now has 25 spots available on its route.
CITY HALL Over 33,000 apply for affordable housing The Santa Monica Housing Division received over 33,000 applications in 35 hours for the waiting list for all affordable housing programs City Hall administers, including the Section 8 Program.
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District’s policy, including an eligibility scale and application, for providing free and reduced-price meals for children in the 2011-12 school year is now available.
No need to feel guilty about chowing down on some nachos or chicken wings. Not only is the food at Veggie Grill in Santa Monica made from 100 percent plant-based protein, 50 percent of all purchases made on Monday, Aug.
Two people were arrested for driving under the influence and four vehicles impounded during a driver’s license/sobriety checkpoint conducted by the Santa Monica Police Department on Aug.
