Recently, the City discovered an unstable portion of the Santa Monica Bluffs located just above the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between the California Incline and Moomat Ahiko Way.

In order to address the land instability and to ensure safety, the City of Santa Monica proactively performed an emergency removal of the portion identified.

The bluff removal required a temporary early morning closure of all lanes of northbound PCH and in connection westbound I-10, in addition to a temporary overnight and morning closure of the Moomat Ahiko Way on-ramp from Ocean Avenue to PCH.

From Santa Monica Close Up:

"On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) took action against individuals violating the smoking regulations at the iconic Venice Beach Boardwalk. Smoking, whether it be tobacco or marijuana, is strictly prohibited on the boardwalk and the beach, in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code 63.44.b,24 and California Health and Safety section 11362.3.

As per the Los Angeles Municipal Code 63.44.b,24, the use of tobacco products and smokeless tobacco is banned, and violations of this regulation are considered infractions. The code specifically states that no person shall light, ignite, or otherwise set fire to, or smoke, carry, throw, or discard any lighted tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, or smoking tobacco within the area.

Moreover, California Health and Safety section 11362.3 emphasize that cannabis or cannabis products may not be smoked or ingested in any public place unless authorized by the local jurisdiction. Violation of this section is also deemed an infraction. It is further clarified that smoking cannabis is prohibited in locations where smoking tobacco is disallowed, which includes the Venice Beach Boardwalk and its adjacent beach area.

The LAPD has been actively enforcing these regulations to ensure the health and safety of residents and visitors to the city. The ban on smoking at popular outdoor spots like Venice Beach aims to protect the public from secondhand smoke exposure and maintain clean and enjoyable recreational spaces.

Authorities urge everyone to comply with these laws and respect the designated non-smoking areas across the city. Failure to adhere to these regulations may result in citations and fines. It is essential for the public to be aware of these rules and to act responsibly to preserve the well-being of all individuals in Los Angeles.

The LAPD remains vigilant in upholding these smoking regulations and will continue to monitor and enforce the ban to uphold public health standards and promote a cleaner, smoke-free environment for all."

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Learn the basics of this exciting activity and enjoy the world-famous Santa Monica State Beach from a whole new perspective. Participants learn water safety, entering and exiting the water with the board and paddle, and the basic positions, techniques, and strokes needed to enjoy their time on the water. Class fee includes use of paddleboard, paddle, and Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device.

August 5, 12, 19, and 26
Annenberg Community Beach House
415 Pacific Coast Highway
Santa Monica, CA 90402

For more info and to register, Click Here or call Guest Services at (310) 458-4904

We are seeking people who are passionate about keeping our California beaches clean!

We are seeking people who are passionate about keeping our California beaches clean!

Earn Community Service Hours while learning the importance of why we should care about Venice Beach and should "Be Nice to VeNice" by keeping it trash-free!

Please complete the information below with the dates and number of people.

We meet at 📍 Venice Beach: Lifeguard Tower#19Our meet up station will be at a green pop-up Tent.

Use the address for Venice Beach Rentals for the meet up location:

2100-1 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291r



Saturday, August 12, 2023
10am - 3pm

Venice Beach
2100-1 Ocean Front Walk
Los Angeles, CA 90291

For more info, Click Here

The Department of Beaches and Harbors presents Marina Movie Nights. Pack your picnic baskets and bring the family to Burton Chace Park on Saturday nights to enjoy our free outdoor movie screenings – by the water and under the stars!

All movies start at 8:00 pm. Be sure to bundle up!

2023 MOVIE LINEUP:
July 29 | Jaws
August 12 | Grease
August 26 | Beverly Hills Cop
September 2| Thor: Love and Thunder
September 9 | Love and Basketball
September 16 | Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark
September 23 | Top Gun: Maverick
September 30 | Creature from the Black Lagoon

TICKETS:
No tickets are required for entry but RSVP is highly recommended so that you can be notified of any last minute changes. RSVP for each movie night by clicking on the links above. Each link will direct you to separate EventBrite pages.

SEATING:
Seating is festival-style, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
There is absolutely no reserved seating for the public.
Please be considerate and bring only low-back lawn/beach chairs or blankets.
No tents or umbrellas during the show.

PARKING:
Closest parking is located at Marina Parking Lots #77, #4 and #5.

Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292

For more info and to RSVP, Click Here

The Venice Beach Games celebrates Venice Skateboarding Stuff's 25 Year Anniversary with some flatland skate contests.

This mom and pop shop is still standing strong thanks to all of you who have kept the shop going and big thanks to the locals. Venice family. There will be many dope giveaways and prizes!

Flatland Skate Events

- 9:00 a.m. Welcome Skate
- 10:00-11:030 a.m. Longboarding Dancing and Skate Lessons
- 11:030 a.m -12:00 p.m Raffles and Giveaway
- 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m. Highest Ollie and longest manuel
- 1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. Flatland freestyle tricks contest
- 5:00 p.m Cruise out

On July 29, 2023 come down to the Venice Rec. Center, 1800 Oceanfront Walk, and check in at the registration tent. You will sign a waiver, and get a wrist band and map/event itinerary. The wrist band is your pass to participate in the 45+ events going on at Venice Beach Games. The map and itineraries will show you where and when in the park everything is happening.



For more info, Click Here

The Venice Beach Games is stoked to have Skate Parks Association International and Girl is Not a 4 Letter Word , hosting the Venice Beach Games 2023 Skate Comp. in Venice's world famous ocean front skate park

SKATEBOARD EVENTS

10:30 – 11:30 am Pup Cup

12 – 1:30 Ladies Jam in small bowl and Snake Run

12 - 1:30 Best trick on the 3 block

1 pm – 3 pm Best tricks in the big bowl

1:45 – 2:30 Best Trick on the stairs

2:30 – 3 pm Best trick on the clam shell

3pm - Longest grind in the big bowl

3:30 – 4 pm Best trick in the Snake Run

On July 29, 2023 come down to the Venice Rec. Center, 1800 Oceanfront Walk, and check in at the registration tent. You will sign a waiver, and get a wrist band and map/event itinerary. The wrist band is your pass to participate in the 45+ events going on at Venice Beach Games. The map and itineraries will show you where and when in the park everything is happening.



For more info, Click Here

Get stoked on summer at one of Surfrider LA's public cleanups! We will be gathering from 10am-12pm at the northside of Venice Pier for a morning of beach cleaning and community. Bliss Beach will be generously providing a setup for participants to lounge at during the event.

Prior to the beach cleanup, Dream Team Society will be hosting a casual surf and beach hang from 8am-10am. All types of surf, boogie, or swim craft are welcome. Please bring your own board.

Sun, Jul 30, 2023
10:00AM-12:00PM

For more info and to register, Click Here