This footage shows the 'Free Venice Parade' held in 1968, in Venice, California.

From Santa Monica Close Up:

"On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, a critical operation unfolded at Venice Beach involving the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH). In this significant incident, the LACDMH outreach team, supported by Los Angeles Police Officers, engaged in the transportation of a homeless man to a nearby ambulance. The man, who appeared to be against his will, was carefully placed on a stretcher by approximately a dozen outreach technicians. This operation is likely a part of the rollout of the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court, a part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s innovative mental health initiative."

Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.

King Tides returned to the California coast on Thursday and Friday.. Thursday morning we have one of the highest tides we will have all year reaching upwards of 6.6 feet at 8:34AM. For the low-lying coastal areas flooding can become a risk, especially with increased wave activity, which is also in the forecast for the first part of the day.

This cosmic phenomenon brings the highest tides of the year, caused by the gravitational forces of the moon and sun.

Join us every THIRD THURSDAY of the month as the Pier will be rolling out the red carpet for Santa Monicans for a curated series for locals, by locals. Gather your friends and family and head down to the Pier for amazing entertainment including youth activities, a car show, local DJs and live music from local bands, art exhibits, and so much more! You really won’t want to miss this incredible and unique outdoor setting to unwind, all while celebrating Santa Monica.

January 18 | 3:30-10PM

Locals' Night, on 01/18 DJ Vibes in the iconic Looff Hippodrome – Merry Go-Round Building, featuring Sonic Purveyors, local art, drinks & merch. And the beat goes on with live sets from Jamma-Dee, Benedek, Suzanne Kraft, Warehouse Preservation Society.





And much, much, more..... Click Here

he Santa Monica Police Department's Homeless Liaison Program (HLP) team, in collaboration with the Salvation Army, conducted a homeless outreach operation in Reed and Tongva Parks in December.

Approximately 10 individuals were contacted on the west side of Tongva Park on the observation deck. All were advised regarding public camping and park closure violations (among other Santa Monica Municipal Codes) and provided with outreach information such as family reunification, job employment assistance, mental health & substance abuse assistance, and other basic city and county services.

January 10, 2024

Use the map below to obtain the current water quality status of your favorite beach location. Use your mouse wheel to zoom into a particular location. Click on the marker to identify the sampling location. This map is updated as conditions change.

Mark your calendars! THERAsurf's Leo Carrillo event has landed on March 16th! Sign-ups are now open for both athletes and volunteers. Head over to thier website and go to the sign up page to register. Let’s make an epic beach day happen folks!


For more info and to register, Click Here

Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.

This Thursday at the Bungalow Santa Monica will be showing Zoë McDougall's new film “I Love You”.


8:30pm - Late
Bungalow Santa Monica
101 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Next round of high surf/strong rip currents expected to impact LA county beaches on Wednesday and Thursday. Surf likely peaking Wednesday nigh into Thursday morning. Strong NW-N winds and chances of rain are also likely.