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December 20, 2025
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Theatre 40 Presents 'An Inspector Calls' at Greystone Mansion in January: Theatre 40 will stage J.B. Priestley’s 'An Inspector Calls' at Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills from January 8 to January 18. The production, held at 905 Loma Vista Drive, features evening performances Thursday through Saturday and a Sunday matinee, with additional show dates scheduled. The play investigates a young woman’s death and a wealthy family's involvement, prompting reflection on personal accountability. Priestley’s mystery drama is recognized as a classic of 20th-century theater. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 20)
December 12, 2025
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Examining Civic Memory and Development Challenges in Santa Monica: Santa Monica's City Council faces ongoing challenges balancing the preservation of community character with the demands of new development. Council members, often motivated by a genuine concern for the city, grapple with regulations and financial pressures that can limit their ability to protect the city's historical identity. Issues such as campaign finance and development interests complicate decision-making, sometimes resulting in the loss of local heritage. This column explores how these dynamics shape the future of Santa Monica. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 12)
November 29, 2025
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Longtime Rye Resident and Acclaimed Creative Director John Blumenthal Dies at 96: John Irving Blumenthal, a Rye resident for more than 80 years, passed away on November 21, 2025, at age 96. After serving as a Sergeant in the Korean War, for which he received the Bronze Star, Blumenthal built a distinguished career in advertising, earning numerous international awards. He contributed his expertise as a partner in several agencies and volunteered with local organizations such as Westchester Lighthouse and the Rye Free Reading Room. Blumenthal's impact was notable throughout the Rye community. (Source: Rye Record on Nov 29)
October 29, 2025
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Wilshire Boulevard Restoration Underway as D Line Subway Project Progresses in West L: Los Angeles Metro has started work to restore Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood as part of the D Line Subway Extension. Crews will remove temporary concrete panels at the future Westwood/UCLA station over several weekends through December. Traffic detours and lane reductions are planned, with efforts, (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Oct 18)
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Montana Avenue Art Walk to Feature Over 150 Artists This Weekend in Santa Monica: Santa Monica's Montana Avenue will host its annual Art Walk on Saturday, September 27, transforming ten blocks between 7th and 17th Streets into a pedestrian arts venue. The event will include displays from more than 150 artists, live music, children's art workshops, and a VIP wine garden. The Art (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Sep 25)
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Wilshire Boulevard Restoration Begins as D Line Subway Project Advances in Westwood: Los Angeles Metro has started removing temporary concrete panels from Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood as part of the D Line Subway Extension. The work, scheduled over several weekends through December, will restore the roadway and shift construction inside the future Westwood/UCLA station. Weekend, 2 (Source: Yo! Venice! on Oct 18)
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Montana Avenue Art Walk to Feature Over 150 Artists This Weekend in Santa Monica: The Montana Avenue Art Walk returns to Santa Monica on Saturday, September 27, offering a day of visual art displays, live music, children's art workshops, and a VIP wine garden. The event, organized by the Montana Avenue Merchants Association, will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. along ten blocks (Source: Yo! Venice! on Sep 25)
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Modern Home on Palms Blvd. in Venice Listed for Nearly $6 Million: A contemporary single-family residence at 1385 Palms Blvd. in Venice has been listed for sale at close to $6 million. Built in 2016, the 4,012-square-foot home sits on a 0.19-acre lot and is not attached to neighboring properties, offering added privacy. The property is represented by Coldwell Bank (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Sep 15)
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New Play on Women's Suffrage Premieres at Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills: A new play focused on the women's suffrage movement in early 20th-century America will debut at Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills on October 3. The production, set in 1913, highlights the challenges faced by suffragists and will run through October 19 at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre on the Beverly Hills (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Sep 27)
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New Play on Women's Suffrage to Debut at Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills: Theatre 40 will host the world premiere of "All These Women," a play set in 1913 that examines the challenges women faced in the fight for voting rights. The production, written and directed by Melanie MacQueen, runs from October 3 to 19 at the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre on the Beverly Hills High — (Source: Yo! Venice! on Sep 27)
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Venice High Football Faces Challenges in Western League Season: The Venice High School Gondoliers football team holds a 3-4 record as it approaches the end of the 2025 season. Despite a strong offensive showing, including a high-scoring game against Palisades, the team has struggled recently with three losses in four games. Venice is set to play Fairfax next, as (Source: Yo! Venice! on Oct 17)
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Mastro's in Beverly Hills and Malibu Offers Pink Cocktails for Breast Cancer Support: Mastro's restaurants in Beverly Hills and Malibu are featuring special pink-themed cocktails and a new dessert during October to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. For each drink sold, $1 will go toward breast cancer research and awareness. The seasonal menu includes both an alco (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Oct 16)
October 22, 2025
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Santa Monica Council Decision on Civic Auditorium Draws Community Scrutiny: Recent actions by four Santa Monica City Council members regarding the future of the historic Civic Auditorium have sparked debate among residents. The council's rejection of a proposed restoration plan has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the possibility of new housing on a (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Oct 22)
October 20, 2025
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Brentwood Estate Among Top U.S. Home Sales as Los Angeles Leads 2025 Rankings: A Brentwood property was listed among the nation's most expensive home sales in September, reflecting Los Angeles County's continued prominence in the luxury real estate market. Recent data shows that several high-value transactions in the Holmby Hills and Bel Air areas have contributed to the area' (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Oct 20)
October 18, 2025
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Los Angeles Mayor Responds to Homeless Program Fraud Allegations After Federal Arrest: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced stricter oversight of city homelessness programs following federal charges against individuals accused of misusing public funds intended for housing projects. The arrests involve allegations of fraudulent bank statements and diversion of state grant money, with (Source: Yo! Venice! on Oct 18)
October 17, 2025
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Federal Authorities Charge Two in Los Angeles Homeless Funding Fraud Cases: Federal investigators have arrested a Beverly Hills man and charged a Brentwood resident in separate cases involving alleged misuse of public funds meant for homelessness programs in Los Angeles. The actions are part of a new task force review of California's homelessness spending, with one case ent (Source: Yo! Venice! on Oct 17)
September 29, 2025
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Beverly Hills Estate Tops U.S. Home Sales in August at $47.5 Million: A Beverly Hills property previously owned by developer Rick Caruso was the highest-priced residential sale in the United States for August, closing at $47.5 million. The sale highlights ongoing demand for luxury real estate, with other top transactions occurring in Connecticut, Florida, and several, (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Sep 29)
September 15, 2025
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Modern Home on Palms Blvd. in Venice Listed for Nearly $6 Million: A contemporary single-family residence at 1385 Palms Blvd. in Venice has been put on the market with an asking price close to $6 million. The 4,012-square-foot home, built in 2016 and situated on a 0.19-acre lot, offers privacy as it is not attached to neighboring properties. The listing is managed, (Source: Yo! Venice! on Sep 15)