Community Events - congress District 36
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Downtown Farmers Market - Wednesdays
Date: 2025-08-13
Description: No description
Location: California, USA
Source: Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.
More informationCommunity Conversation at Montana Branch Library
Date: 2025-08-12T17:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Enjoy light refreshments, connect with neighbors, and learn about SMPL's Community Mapping initiative! Share your feedback through a brief survey or join a guided discussion with library staff. Your input will help us map our library's future and better meet the needs of our community. Supported by the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library.
Location: Montana Branch Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationTuesday Meditation
Date: 2025-08-12T19:00:00-07:00
Description: Meditation class for everyone. This class series offers us deep insight into our mind.
Location: Mahamudra Kadampa Meditation Center
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationDine Around ARTesia – Eastside
Date: 2025-08-13T17:30:00+00:00
Description: NRBBA’s Dine Around ARTesia & ARTwalk presented by South Bay Credit Union — the ultimate community event that brings neighbors together to stroll, savor, and now, soak in the arts on ARTesia Blvd! Grab your wristbands and walking shoes for a mouthwatering adventure as we celebrate the diverse flavors of our local eateries and explore […]
Location: Location not available
Source: North Redondo Beach Business Association
More informationComputer Basics: Mouse & Keyboard
Date: 2025-08-13T10:30:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Hands-on practice with using a computer mouse and keyboard to navigate a Windows desktop and Web browser.
Location: Main Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationRadici Happy Hour
Date: 2025-08-13T23:00:00Z
Description: Enjoy Radici Happy Hour with special prices for select wine, select cocktails, and appetizers (chef's choice)!
Location: Radici
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationWine Wednesday at Radici
Date: 2025-08-13T23:00:00Z
Description: Elevate your midweek at Radici! Discover new favorites or savor a beloved classic, as we bring you the best of Italy's vineyards to your table. Enjoy a glass or share a bottle as you relax in the cozy atmosphere of Radici in Hermosa Beach. Bring friends, family, or a loved one, and make Wine Wednesdays your new tradition!
Location: Radici
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More information"Special" Board Meeting on one item - Charter Reform
Date: 2025-08-14
Description: No description
Location: Location not available
Source: Bel Air-Beverly Crest Neighborhood Council
More informationPublic Works Commission Regular Meeting
Date: 2025-08-14T08:00:00
Description: No description
Location: Room 280A
Source: City of beverly hills
More informationPlanning Commission Regular Meeting
Date: 2025-08-14T13:30:00
Description: Meetings are held the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 1:30 PM in City Hall Room 280A.
Location: Event Location
Source: City of beverly hills
More informationCuentos para pequeños
Date: 2025-08-14T10:30:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Disfrute de cuentos, rimas, y canciones en español. Para edades de 2 a 5 años.
Location: Pico Branch Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationConcerts on Canon
Date: 2025-08-14T18:00:00
Description: Concerts on Canon is a weekly summer concert series every Thursday from June 5 through August 21, with an array of music including classic rock, jazz, Caribbean, Brazilian, Persian and more.
Location: Beverly Canon Gardens
Source: City of beverly hills
More informationGreystone in the Movies: National Treasure II: Book of Secrets
Date: 2025-08-14T18:00:00
Description: Greystone In The Movies showcases films with a connection to Greystone and includes a tour of the areas used during filming when possible. Typically one film is shown each month. Films are shown in our historic theatre, restored in 2020. Learn more about the restoration process.
Location: Greystone Mansion & Gardens
Source: City of beverly hills
More informationNetwork Caf
Date: 2025-08-14T18:30:00
Description: Join the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce at our Monthly Network Caf6—your lunchtime networking opportunity to connect with fellow business professionals and grow your referral network! This event is perfect for business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to expand their connections in a fun, relaxed setting. Everyone will have the chance to introduce themselves and their business, meet 40–50 other local businesses, and potentially find the services you’ve been too busy to search for. Don’t forget to bring plenty of business cards, a smile and a 30-second intro, and a door prize if you’re a Chamber member — it’s a great way to get extra recognition during our drawings!
Location: H.T. Grill
Source: Redondo Chamber
More informationRadici Happy Hour
Date: 2025-08-14T23:00:00Z
Description: Enjoy Radici Happy Hour with special prices for select wine, select cocktails, and appetizers (chef's choice)!
Location: Radici
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationThursday Burrito Special @ El Tarasco
Date: 2025-08-14T23:00:00Z
Description: Every Thursday / Burrito Thursday specials 4pm - 8pm. Wet Burritos $10 Beer & margarita special
Location: El Tarasco
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationGovernment Affairs Committee Meeting
Date: 2025-08-14T23:00:00Z
Description: Please join us for August Government Affairs Committee meeting where we will be discussing the latest public policy issues facing Beverly Hills and the region. The April meeting will include the following items: This meeting is an excellent opportunity to interact with key officials and fellow Chamber members. Please join us! If you would like to attend virtually, please click here for the Zoom link.
Location: Chamber Boardroom
Source: Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce
More informationLEGO Club
Date: 2025-08-14T16:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Join us for our popular LEGO club. Explore the limits of your building imagination or try out one of our suggested builds. All materials provided. For ages 18 months - 11 years old.
Location: Main Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationLive Music Fridays At The Surfing Fox
Date: 2025-08-15
Description: No description
Location: California, USA
Source: Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.
More informationSunset Picnic
Date: 2025-08-14T17:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Looking for the perfect way to unwind this summer? Grab your picnic basket, your favorite people (or come solo!), and enjoy a sunset evening at the Beach House! Bring your own fun—cards, board games, puzzles, or just good vibes! A sweet surprise? Let’s just say… s’mores may be involved! No RSVP needed—just come as you are and enjoy a beautiful beachside evening!
Location: Annenberg Community Beach House
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationSanta Monica Public Library Board Meeting
Date: 2025-08-14T18:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: This is a special meeting of the Library Board held on the second Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Fairview Branch, Community Room, 2101 Ocean Park Blvd. The public is welcome to attend. Agenda and minutes are available here. The Fairview Branch is wheelchair accessible. For special disability accommodations, please contact Library Administration at (310) 458-8606 at least three days prior to the scheduled meeting. Click here for Big Blue Bus route and schedule information.
Location: Fairview Branch Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationLiterary Lounge
Date: 2025-08-14T18:15:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Discover the joy of social reading at the Literary Lounge; a space for bibliophiles to bond over books, with music and refreshments. Bring your own book or choose one from a collection of staff favorites. Supported by the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library.
Location: Main Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationThursday Meditation
Date: 2025-08-14T19:00:00-07:00
Description: Meditation class for everyone. Learn to transform all life's difficulties into valuable insights.
Location: Mahamudra Kadampa Meditation Center
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationMusic Time with Miss Kym
Date: 2025-08-15T10:30:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Accompanied by her keyboard, Miss Kym guides children and their caregivers in singing, dancing, and creative expression, blending her original songs with classic children’s tunes. For ages 5 and under. Supported by the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library.
Location: Pico Branch Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationRadici Happy Hour
Date: 2025-08-15T23:00:00Z
Description: Enjoy Radici Happy Hour with special prices for select wine, select cocktails, and appetizers (chef's choice)!
Location: Radici
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationDowntown Farmers Market - Saturdays
Date: 2025-08-16
Description: No description
Location: California, USA
Source: Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.
More information9th Annual Hermosa Beach Museum Gala Fundraiser
Date: 2025-08-16T01:00:00Z
Description: Join us for our biggest fundraising event of the year, as we celebrate history together under the stars. Make sure to secure your tickets before they sell out -- you won't want to miss this party!
Location: St. Cross Episcopal Church
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationHEIVA i LOS ANGELES
Date: 2025-08-16T03:00:00Z
Description: From the City of Lights to the City of Angels… the rhythm of Tahiti is calling! Step into the magic of Heiva i Los Angeles, featuring live with our drumming band, bringing the heartbeat of the islands straight to the stage. Join us on August 16, 2025, at HEIVA i LOS ANGELES Grand Finale and cheer on our fierce competitors as they take the spotlight on our signature stage — brought to you by the visionary creators of Heiva i Paris. Master Of Ceremony : Ken CARLTER Hip's League, World Tahitian Dance League
Location: Hermosa Beach Community Theater
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationSaturday & Sunday Breakfast @ El Tarasco
Date: 2025-08-16T09:00
Description: Saturday & Sunday Breakfast 9am - 3pm New breakfast items $25 champagne bottles
Location: El Tarasco
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationUC Master Gardeners at Pico Farmers Market
Date: 2025-08-16T10:00:00
Description: Visit with the UC Master Gardeners at the Saturday Pico Farmers Market. The booth is filled with free advice on how to care for plants, how to troubleshoot a gardening problem, and much more. Free seeds and seedlings are available on a limited basis. Market attendance is subject to change based on weather and holidays.
Location: Pico Farmers Market
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationNotable Fiction Book Group
Date: 2025-08-16T11:00:00
Description: This community-led, monthly book discussion group meets virtually at 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month. This book group discusses prize-winning fiction titles. To register, email library@santamonica.gov.
Location: Virtual
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationSaturday & Sunday Breakfast @ El Tarasco
Date: 2025-08-16T16:00:00Z
Description: Saturday & Sunday Breakfast 9am - 3pm New breakfast items $25 champagne bottles
Location: El Tarasco
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationWho's TOMATO Reigns Supreme?
Date: 2025-08-16T09:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: The Annual Best Tomato in Santa Monica is upon us. Is your Big Rainbow, Cherokee Purple or Better Boy the cream of the crop? Bring your home grown tomatoes and see how they compare to others. All tomatoes must be registered by 9:30 AM to be eligible for the competition. Don't grow tomatoes? Come see what type of tomatoes others are growing, see if you can find the Moon and Stars, measure yourself against our glass gem corn, check out the trombetta squash and view the new mural on the garden shed. Garden pancakes ready at 9, warm conversation all morning.
Location: Ishihara Park Learning Garden
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationHBFOL Monthly Saturday Book Sale
Date: 2025-08-16T17:00:00Z
Description: Every 3rd Saturday of the Month Unbeatable prices on all items - from adult and childrens' books, audiobooks, and DVDs. Large selection of YA novels Two full shelves of books in LARGE PRINT and an eclectic assortment of jigsaw puzzles.
Location: 701 11th Place, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationYoga Brunch-ish
Date: 2025-08-16T17:30:00Z
Description: Because donuts taste better after you’ve bent yourself into a pretzel. Roll out your mat and shake up your Sunday with a yoga session that’s anything but ordinary. Yogi master Barb will lead you through a soul-stretching, core-burning flow while Taylor Killam brings the live music vibes to keep you moving and grooving. And because enlightenment is cool but donuts are divine—we’re serving up post-yoga treats and drinks. It’s not your typical brunch, and definitely not your typical yoga. ? Led by Barb, fueled by Taylor’s music Donuts, drinks, and a whole lotta good energy A yoga sesh that feels like a mini music festival Come for the yoga. Stay for the sugar rush. Leave feeling like a zen. Register at https://partiful.com/e/KrRDy8UurksImUPEm7hk
Location: The Studio 636 Cypress Avenue, Hermosa
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
More informationUkulele 101 with Cali Rose
Date: 2025-08-16T11:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Get started playing the "happiest instrument in the world.” Learn how to hold your uke, read a chord chart, and play three songs! Bring your own instrument, borrow one of ours (supplies are limited), or check out a Ukulele RED Kit from the Library. For adults and teens. Cali Rose is an award-winning songwriter and a recording artist. She teaches ukulele online and is the founder and leader of The CC Strummers, a Los Angeles-based ukulele group with an international following. See calirose.com.
Location: Main Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationSummer Film Series: Sing Sing (2023)
Date: 2025-08-16T13:30:00.0000000-07:00
Description: Colman Domingo stars in this true story as Divine G, a man wrongly convicted of murder, whose life is transformed by leading a prison rehabilitative theatrical arts program. The film was co-written and stars the real-life inmates whose stories inspired the multiple-Oscar nominee. Run time: 107 min. Stay after the screening for a discussion of the movie and its themes. Supported by the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library.
Location: Main Library
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationGather and Grow: Sunshine and Strings
Date: 2025-08-16T16:00:00.0000000-07:00
Description: <p>Come join us for a delightful afternoon of music - participate in a ukulele strum-a-long (please bring your own instrument; there will be a handful to check out onsite). After, sit back and check out a performance from String Theory. This gorgeous westside performance ensemble combines music, movement, and large-scale sound sculptures to bring you a one-of-a-kind experience. This one is not to be missed!</p><p><b>Gather & Grow</b> invites the community to spend a day relaxing and playing in Reed Park while enjoying a range of artistic experiences. There will be activities for children and adults beginning at 4pm. Each event offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on art making, take in the natural surroundings, and spend time grooving to music, watching incredible performances, and having fun with the whole family!</p><p>2025 GATHER & GROW SERIES: <br></p><ul><li>Saturday, July 19: ¡Viva La Cultura! A Celebration of Latine Arts and Culture </li><li>Saturday, August 2: Rooted Together: Healing in Nature </li><li>Saturday, August 16: Sunshine & Strings </li><li>Saturday, September 6: The Stage Speaks </li><li>Saturday, September 20: East Never Loses with Feminist Center for Creative Work </li><li>Saturday, October 4: Remembering: Songs of Home, Stories of the Heart </li><li>Saturday, October 18: Vinyl Vibes </li></ul><p>While we highly recommend guests RSVP via Eventbrite for updates, all events are free, family friendly and do not require reservations. For events outside in Reed Park, guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets, lawn chairs, food and (non-alcoholic) beverages.</p><p></p><p>Full details on the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-strings-tickets-1475280165689" target="_self">RSVP page</a>!</p><p><i>Gather and Grow programs in Reed Park are made possible by Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, Third District.</i></p>
Location: Reed Park
Source: City of Santa Monica
More informationSunday Tasting At Ester's Wine Shop & Bar
Date: 2025-08-17
Description: No description
Location: California, USA
Source: Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.
More informationRadici Lasagna Sunday
Date: 2025-08-17T07:00:00Z
Description: Enjoy our homemade Lasagna made from the freshest ingredients & Radici's Familly recipe this & every Sunday. Availability is limited so please, call today to preorder or make a reservation for Sunday. Please indicate how many people in your party would like the Lasagna so we can make sure we have enough for everyone!
Location: Radici HB
Source: Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
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