After delighting guests with more than 12 million rides at the Santa Monica Pier, the 6,000 pound, 26 feet long, bright green Sea Dragon is taking its last ride into retirement with an epic helicopter flight across the Santa Monica Bay and landing at the Port of Hueneme.

Goodbye, Sea Dragon! You will be missed.

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Venice Healer Daisy tending to her community garden at Venice Beach Boardwalk on March 8, 2023.

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Surfing huge waves in the rain at Topanga on January 14. Video edited from our Instagram Story footage of this day.

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The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory in Downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana has over 500 plants in three indoor gardens, including a "California Dreaming" exihibit with Venice Beach as it's theme.

"Calling all mamas and papas – find your inner beach bum at the Botanical Conservatory. The kiddos will spring into the spirit of surf, sand and sun! Bring on the good vibes and hang loose at the botanical boardwalk accented with sun-loving tropical plants and vivid waves of color. Don’t be a drag; be sure to experience this Cali-cool winter exhibit." say the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory.

Sign up to donate for our Blood Drive on 3/16, 10AM – 4PM, at Chace Park – Community Room.

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From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Venice Beach is known for its vibrant atmosphere, where visitors can see all sorts of entertainment from street performers, musicians, and skateboarders. Today, March 4, a rollerblader managed to turn some heads and leave a lasting impression on a crowd of spectators with an incredible feat of athleticism."

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