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September 2, 1945 Santa Monica beaches set a new attendance record with an estimated 250,000 folks hitting the shore seeking relief from a heatwave.

"Heat refugees, fleeing from 100-degree weather at most inland points yesterday, set a new Santa Monica beach attendance record. An estimated 250,000 Labor Day holiday pleasure seekers thronged Santa Monica beaches throughout the day as other thousands were detoured around the congested area by traffic police." - photographer Emerson Gaze



Mike, aka German in Venice, vlogs about daily life in Venice Beach, and the nearby communities.

"Just a beautiful summer day in Venice Beach, California. Beautiful people, sun, ocean, rollerskating, surfing, and bodybuilding."

If you would like to support German in Venice with some gas money or you want to buy him a coffee, you are welcome to donate to his paypal account: https://paypal.me/germaninvenice



Johnny Strange was an adventure seeker deep in his heart. He accomplished so much at such a young age and was purely and intrinsically motivated. He was inspired by the world around him – nature, culture, sport, and used his opportunities to do good.

The Malibu Chili Cook Off hosts an annual skateboarding contest honoring late Malibu local, Johnny Strange. Competitors of all ages and skill levels as well as an enthusiastic crowd gather to watch this exciting contest. Winners are awarded cash prizes and honorable mention awards with various prizes. This year, the 3rd Annual will take place on Sunday, Sept 4 @ 3PM. (Registration will take place on site).

It’s free to register! However, the $15 The Malibu Chili Cook Off admission fee is required. Buy tickets for Sunday or the whole weekend, Click Here!

Over $2,500 in cash prizes and skate gear that will be awarded.

Prize Purse
Intermediate ($300) – 1st place $150, 2nd place $100, 3rd place $50
Advanced ($1,700) – 1st place $1,000, 2nd place $500, 3rd place $200
$500 random cash and prizes to be given out all day

It’s a jam-style contest with two heats, advanced (pro skaters) and intermediate (amateur skaters). Skaters will have an opportunity to show off their skills. Prizes and cash will be awarded. Parent or guardian must be present to sign a waiver if you’re under 18. All skaters must sign on-site waiver to participate.

For more info and to buy tickets, Click Here.



The 40th Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off will take place on Labor Day weekend, September 2-5, 2022 at 23575 Civic Center Way. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. It is a weekend full of music, food, drink, amusement, artisans, friends and family. Malibu and surrounding areas will come together to celebrate the end of summer and to support community.

This Malibu tradition brings amazing food and entertainment fea­turing some of your all-time favorite local restaurants, businesses, artisans, and DJ performances!

Event Admission tickets are REQUIRED. Tickets will NOT be sold on site, you must pre-purchase online. Carnival ride tickets sold separately.

For more info and to buy tickets, Click Here.



Innocnts Pop-Up/// Next Friday (9/2)

Innocnts is doing an event in Santa Monica at Bay Street Boards. Save the date and come hang!

Showing their SOUTH AFRICA surf video, street food by @trutners_true_bbq, one nite only selection of vintage boards for sale by The Inland Empire Kook, wines, and more!

Friday, September 2nd 7pm

Bay Street Boards
📍3216 Santa Monica Blvd
📞310.310.2485


Santa Monica police are going to hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday Sept 2nd and a Know Your Limit event on Saturday, Sept. 3rd.

On Friday, September 2, 2022 the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. at an undisclosed location. The Department will also host a "Know Your Limit" event on Saturday, September 3rd from 7 p.m. to midnight.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints are to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk. Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.

SMPD reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

The “Know Your Limit” program raises awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving and is an interactive way to show how much, or little, it can take to reach the legal limit to operate a vehicle. Officers will ask customers how many drinks they have consumed and whether they believe they are still able to drive safely. Officers will then invite volunteers to take a breathalyzer test to see if they are able to guess their blood alcohol content (BAC). Customers are provided information on alcohol intake and average BAC levels.

It is illegal for anyone 21 or older to drive with a BAC of .08% or higher.

According to the California Driver Handbook, it takes two drinks consumed within one hour by a woman between 120-160 pounds and three drinks by a man between 180-220 pounds to be over the legal limit of .08%. One drink is based on 1.5 oz. of liquor (40% alcohol), 12 oz. of beer (4.5% alcohol) or a 5 oz. glass of wine (12% alcohol). The BAC lowers at a rate of .01% for every 40 minutes between drinks.

The goal is to help people understand the effects of alcohol so they can make smart decisions about how they get home. It only takes a few drinks to impair, and that’s why it is important that people know their limit.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.


On Sunday 9/4, SurfboardBroker will be in Santa Monica at Ashland Hill from 10am til 6pm! Come stop by for good vibes and great deals!

For more info, SurfboardBroker.


New film from Full Moon Surf Club:

" Our first feature full length that brings together the incredible surfing of our usual suspects and the behind the scenes look at the moments that could never be re-created at our favorite summer spot. Featuring Jack Hill, David Vizulis, Brooke Carlson, Spencer Navarro, Zian Boyd, Josh Perez, River Covey, Allen Sarlo, and Sam Heck alongside a cast of motley characters who are always with us behind the scenes. Enjoy this 20 minute long debut that was filmed in it's entirety in just eight days, a testament to how much incredible surfing and hyjinx that goes down on a day to day basis at Malibu first point. Cheers."


From Real Surf Stories:

"Malibu, California, is known for the Duct Tape Vans Invitational, generations of classic longboarding from Miki Dora to Alex Knost, and the site of countless championships bringing together the best pro longboarders from all over the world. Today's video is not about that. It is about the local crew out there having a great time together on an average afternoon at Surfrider Beach."