Featured Events in Santa Monica in October, 2024 (May Updated)

Please note: -- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable. -- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored. -- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event. -- The name(s) you provide during registration will be on a will-call list at the event, where you will check-in and get your ticket to enter the theatre. ---------------------------------------------------------- Join us for an in-person and virtual* Live Talks Los Angeles event:Saturday, October 5, 2024, 4:00pm*Virtual event airs on Oct 10 at 6pm PT/9pm ET An Afternoon with Kate McKinnondiscussing her debut novel, The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad ScienceTICKETS: $43 General Admission ticket + signed copy of Kate McKinnon's novel$68 Two General Admisison tickets + ONE signed bookAdditional books available for purchase at eventFace masks recommendedThe virtual version of this event airs on Oct 10, at 6pm PT/9PM ET and is available on video-on-demand for five days.Tickets for the virtual event can be purchased here (includes the book)ASL interpreter provided upon request.Free parking at the venueFrom beloved Saturday Night Live alum Kate McKinnon comes a madcap new adventure about three sisters, a ravenous worm, and a mysterious mad scientist. . Kate McKinnon is an award-winning performer and writer, known for her work in film and television. Young readers will recognize her voice role as ‘Ms. Frizzle’ in The Magic School Bus Rides Again for Netflix. She recently played ‘Weird Barbie’ in Greta Gerwig’s worldwide blockbuster hit, Barbie. She was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 2012 to 2022, where she became known for her character work and celebrity impressions. . “It comes as no surprise that Kate McKinnon writes with the same unique sense of humor and heart that has made audiences fall in love with her time and again. Her quirky and unforgettable characters in The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science will have readers laughing out loud and plotting experiments for many generations to come.”―Chris Colfer, New York Times bestselling author of the Land of Stories series. . The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science is McKinnon's debut novel for young readers. . So, you want to be a young mad scientist. Congratulations! Admitting it is the first step. The second step is reading the (definitely true) tale of the Porch sisters… . Gertrude, Eugenia, and Dee-Dee Porch do not belong. They don’t belong in the snooty town of Antiquarium, where all girls have to go to etiquette school and the only dog allowed is the bichon frise. They don’t belong with their adoptive family, where all their cousins are named Lavinia and their Aunt has more brooches than books. And they certainly don’t belong at Mrs. Wintermacher’s etiquette school—they’re far more interested in science. After getting kicked out of the last etiquette school that would take them, the girls expect to be sent away for good… until they receive a mysterious invitation to new school. , Suddenly the girls are under the tutelage of the infamous Millicent Quibb—a mad scientist with worms in her hair and oysters in her bathtub. At 231 Mysterium Way, the pizza is fatal, the bus is powered by Gerbils, and the Dean of Students is a hermit crab. Dangerous? Yes! More fun than they’ve ever had? Absolutely! But when the sisters are asked to save their town from an evil cabal of nefarious mad scientists, they must learn to embrace what has always made them stand out, and determine what side they’re on—before it’s too late! Information Source: Live Talks Los Angeles | eventbrite

In For A Penny: Expanded Script Fresh from our Best Drama-Nominated run in the Hollywood Fringe, In For A Penny returns in an expanded telling, further exploring Crystal Keith's themes of feminism, patriarchy, and survival in a world where everyone knows they're on their own. The consistent response in our overwhelmingly positive audience reviews was We want more: more story, more drama, more time with these fascinating characters navigating terrible circumstances. Please join us for a work-in-progress presentation of the first evening length draft (running approximately 75 minutes, from the 55 in our Fringe version). Dr. James Bryant is tops in the field of forensic criminology. But when a single fluke step pushes him through a time tunnel to the year 1888, he finds himself at the murder scene of Jack the Ripper’s first victim. Gripped by the possibility of catching the original serial killer, Bryant works tirelessly to identify the unknown murderer before he can complete his gruesome agenda. Challenged by the two women in his life: a Whitechapel sex worker in 1888 and his brilliant, driven, transgender assistant in 2024, Bryant is forced to confront his own benevolently patriarchal tendencies, while racing against time to save the four remaining victims. Can he make the world safer by literally dwelling in the past? Only time will tell. Production Photos by Kim Gottlieb-Walker Character Portraits by Haven Hartman-Briscoe Information Source: Central City Productions | eventbrite

Please note: -- Tickets are non refundable and are not transferable. -- Tickets cannot be re-sold on re-seller platforms. Re-sold ticket will not be honored. -- All ticket holders should be ready to show ID at the event. -- The name(s) you provide during registration will be on a will-call list at the event, where you will check-in and get your ticket to enter the theatre. ---------------------------------------------------------- Join us for an in-person and virtual* Live Talks Los Angeles event:Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 8:00pm*Virtual event airs on Oct 28 at 6pm PT/9pm ET An Evening with Richard Powersdiscussing the writing life and his new novel, Playground.TICKETS: $50 Reserved Section Seat + book with signed book plate$25 General Admisison ticketAdditional books available for purchase at eventFace masks recommendedThe virtual version of this event airs on Oct 28, at 6pm PT/9PM ET and is available on video-on-demand for five days.Tickets for the virtual event can be purchased here (includes the book)ASL interpreter provided upon request.Free parking at the venueA magisterial new novel from the Pulitzer Prize–winning andNew York Timesbest-selling author ofThe OverstoryandBewilderment. Richard Powersis the author of fourteen novels, including The Overstory, Bewilderment, and Orfeo. He is the recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship, the Pulitzer Prize, and the National Book Award. He lives in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. A characterful, capacious and engaging novel, distilling subjects as diverse as oceanography, climate change, the legacies of colonialism and the arc of a lifelong friendship into an exhilaratingly entangled narrative in which Powers’ unparalleled gifts for revealing the magic and mystery of the natural world are on full display. ― The 2024 Booker Prize Judges Four lives are drawn together in a sweeping, panoramic new novel from Richard Powers, showcasing the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Overstory at the height of his skills. Twelve-year-old Evie Beaulieu sinks to the bottom of a swimming pool in Montreal strapped to one of the world’s first aqualungs. Ina Aroita grows up on naval bases across the Pacific with art as her only home. Two polar opposites at an elite Chicago high school bond over a three-thousand-year-old board game; Rafi Young will get lost in literature, while Todd Keane’s work will lead to a startling AI breakthrough. They meet on the history-scarred island of Makatea in French Polynesia, whose deposits of phosphorus once helped to feed the world. Now the tiny atoll has been chosen for humanity’s next adventure: a plan to send floating, autonomous cities out onto the open sea. But first, the island’s residents must vote to greenlight the project or turn the seasteaders away. Set in the world’s largest ocean, this awe-filled book explores that last wild place we have yet to colonize in a still-unfolding oceanic game, and interweaves beautiful writing, rich characterization, profound themes of technology and the environment, and a deep exploration of our shared humanity in a way only Richard Powers can. Information Source: Live Talks Los Angeles | eventbrite

Singing For Justice: A Film Directed and Produced by Estelle Freedman & Christie Herring Come join us for an afternoon of powerful storytelling through music and film at the Church in Ocean Park in Santa Monica, CA. This event will showcase a thought-provoking film directed and produced by the talented duo Estelle Freedman & Christie Herring. Get ready to be moved by the harmonious blend of music and social justice themes. Don't miss out on this unique experience! Co-Sponsored by the Santa Monica Traditional Folk Music Club. https://santamonicafolkmusicclub.org/ and the Church in Ocean Park Date: October 6, 2024 Time: 12:30 PM (for Pot Luck) Film at 1:00 PM, followed by Sing-A-Long Location: 235 Hill Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Information Source: Church in Ocean Park | eventbrite

Marla Black brings her real life childhood experience of growing up with a leadership coach Dad and fifteen sled dogs to the Broadwater Theatre. Bringing the same raw honesty and quirky sensibility that has graced the stages of Upright Citizen’s Brigade and The Second City, Black asks the age-old question – can a natural born Omega ever change her rank in the pack. Well… can they? She really wants to know. Raised By Wolves made its World Premiere with a sold out run at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. It won the Producer's Encore Award, a Platinum Medal from TVOLUTION, as well as, taking top honors as the Best Solo Show. The show earned praise from critics and audiences alike and won the Audience Choice Award from Better Lemons. Pre-Covidian times, it also had a run at the Upright Citizen's Brigade. Information Source: eventbrite

Experience the thrill of the Fox Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 LA in Santa Monica's beautiful Palisades Park. Join a small, private group of 15-20 participants per wave, including all ages and paces, to celebrate the joy of running together. Whether you choose the 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Half-Marathon, this event focuses on camaraderie and achievement rather than speed. With no timing chips, this stress-free run offers optional timing assistance from coordinators on race day using bib numbers. Participants receive a swag bag including a running t-shirt, finisher's towel or giveaway, and a finisher's medal. Optional upgrades include technical running shirts for $5 and a free trial of the RUNNA Coaching Program with code: BESTRACES. Packet pickup is hassle-free as swag is shipped directly to your US address, including race bibs on race day. Shirt delivery occurs the week of the race, with final race updates emailed the Wednesday before. Last-minute registrations are accepted, but shirt delivery may be post-race. Wave times are on a first-come, first-serve basis, with options for virtual runs available with training support and a finisher's medal upon submission of results. Interested in more runs? Sign up for multiple races for a discount and receive a Custom Runner's Trophy after completing three runs. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses looking to support the event. For those wanting to volunteer or apply for stipends/scholarships, reach out for more information. The Fox Trot Run aims to provide opportunities for all, including at-risk youth, orphans, and marginalized individuals. Don't miss the chance to be part of this community-focused event in 2024.

Come practice yoga with man's best friend while supporting a great cause. Please read the ENTIRE event description for: Location & Parking InfoCancellation Policy1) Support a good cause: A portion of each ticket will be donated to local animal rescues who raise and nurture our puppies. 2) Meet our Pups: We typically bring 5-6 puppies and small dogs to our events. To ensure the safety of all participants, please DO NOT bring your dogs to class as you will be denied entry. Puppies must be socialized in an appropriate setting to feel safe and comfortable. 3) Pre-sale List: Can't make it this time? Add yourself to our pre-sale list to be the first to know when tickets go on sale. 4) Location & Meeting Spot: Marine Park is very easy to navigate. Lookout for yogis and puppies congregating by the tennis courts on the west end of the park. Once the group has gathered, we will walk further into the park and find a suitable location for class. Please make sure you arrive on time so you know where to find us. 5) Parking & Restrooms: There is a large free parking lot at the park. If the lot is full there is plenty of free street parking on all nearby streets. Public restrooms are available at the front of the park. 6) Cancellation Policy: We are actively turning away many people to save your spots. All sales are final and we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or date switches. If you can no longer attend class you are more than welcome to transfer your tickets to friends. 7) We specialize in puppy yoga birthday parties and corporate team-building events. Please read & submit our private party info sheet to inquire. For media and filming inquiries please email us here. 8) Our Puppy Yoga classes are catered towards all-levels and ages. Beginners to advanced yogis are welcome. Children are welcome to attend class. All minors below 18 will need a legal guardian to fill out a liability waiver form on their behalf to attend class. 9) The last 30 minutes of class is reserved for hangout/selfie time with the pups so plenty of time for photos! Information Source: Laughing Frog Yoga | eventbrite

Meet the author: Susan Walter It's my BOOK BIRTHDAY! (and my birthday, too!) Please join me in conversation with author and film critic Gary Goldstein on the open air patio at Brentwood Country Mart as we dish about the creative process & the business of writing books. A VERY SPECIAL GUEST (whose voice you may recognize ...) will read from my new release, RUNNING COLD. Refreshments and birthday cake will be served. All are welcome. No purchase required! But if you pre-order the book using the link below, we'll save you a seat right up front! Or bring your copy for me to sign. Or pick one up at the event. So many choices! ;) Brentwood - Sunday October 13th at 3:00 pm -- Susan Walter discusses and signs Running Cold . | DIESEL, A Bookstore (dieselbookstore.com) Location: DIESEL, A Bookstore Information Source: Susan Walter & Lake Union Publishing | eventbrite

Join us at Rizo Sports on October 26th, 2024 between 5:00PM to 6:15PM for an exclusive signing event with basketball legend Jason Williams! Known for his flashy passes and thrilling plays, White Chocolate will be in-store to meet fans, sign autographs, and take photos. Don't miss your chance to meet one of the most exciting players in NBA history! https://rizosportsllc.com/collections/jason-williams/products/jason-williams-signing Information Source: Rizo Sports | eventbrite