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Santa Monica Playhouse to Present Family Adaptation of 'The Snow Queen'. Santa Monica Playhouse will stage a production of 'The Snow Queen' on January 11 at 4:30 p.m., offering a family-friendly adaptation based on Evgeny Schwartz’s play which reimagines Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale. The performance follows a young girl's quest to overcome the Snow Queen’s influence using warmth and compassion, and is recommended for children ages 7 and up. The show incorporates adventure, humor, and emotional themes. Ticket information is available through the playhouse's website. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Jan 3) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica Playhouse to Present Adaptation of 'The Snow Queen' on January 11. Santa Monica Playhouse is set to stage an adaptation of 'The Snow Queen' on January 11 at 4:30 p.m. The production, inspired by Evgeny Schwartz’s version of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic, centers on a young girl's efforts to resist the Snow Queen's influence, blending adventure, humor, and emotional themes. Recommended for audiences aged 7 and older, the play offers a family-friendly winter tale. Ticket information and further event details are available through the playhouse. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Jan 3) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica and Waymo File Lawsuits Over Vehicle Charging Facilities in Neighborhood. Santa Monica and Waymo are engaged in legal disputes after talks broke down regarding two autonomous vehicle charging sites in a local neighborhood. Residents have raised concerns over disruptions such as traffic, noise, and flashing lights from the facilities, which serve around 50 of Waymo's electric vehicles operating in the Los Angeles area. In December, both parties filed lawsuits, with the city seeking restrictions on nighttime operations and Waymo contesting the nuisance allegations. The case is expected to proceed through the courts in the coming year. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Jan 2) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Los Angeles, CA

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 83-Year-Old in Santa Monica. Authorities have activated a Silver Alert for 83-year-old Ana Lopez, who was reported missing in Santa Monica on December 29. Lopez was last seen around 11 a.m. and is believed to be on foot in the area. She is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing approximately 105 pounds, with black and gray hair and brown eyes. The alert was issued by the California Highway Patrol in coordination with local police, and her whereabouts remain unknown. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Dec 30) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 83-Year-Old Woman in Santa Monica. Authorities have activated a Silver Alert for Ana Lopez, an 83-year-old woman last seen in Santa Monica on December 29 at around 11 a.m. The California Highway Patrol issued the alert in coordination with the Santa Monica Police Department, reporting that Lopez is on foot and her clothing at the time is unknown. She is described as being 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing 105 pounds, with black and gray hair and brown eyes. Officials are urging the public to contact 911 with any information about her whereabouts. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 30) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA

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