Latest Events in Santa Monica(February Updated)

Frieze Los Angelesis a leading international art fair thatwas launched in2019. Christine Messineo is the Director of Frieze Los Angelesand Frieze New York. Frieze Los Angeles largely focuses on contemporary art and celebrates the exceptionally dynamic culture of Los Angeles and its global contributions to the visual arts. Frieze Los Angeles 2025 The sixth edition of the fair returns to Santa Monica Airport from February 20-23, 2025 and will feature approximately 100 galleries, an expansive program of ambitious installations, collaborations with nonprofit organizations, and pop-ups from some of Los Angeles' most beloved restaurants. The Galleries section welcomes ambitious proposals from galleries representing international artists and showing a regular program of exhibitions. The Focus section will be curated by Essence Harden (co-curator Made in L.A 2025) for the second year. Focus is dedicated to solo presentations by galleries with a space in the US, formed in or after 2013. This section benefits from a subsidized rate.

Super Bowl Sunday at 1212 Santa Monica: The Ultimate Game-Day Experience! 🏈🍻 Elevate your Super Bowl plans with two ways to enjoy the action at 1212 Santa Monica: 🎟 Main Dining Room: The Ultimate Viewing ExperienceStep into the heart of the action in our main dining room, featuring: Massive projector screen with crystal-clear visuals, putting you front and center for every touchdown, tackle, and game-changing moment.Craft Beer Towers and Sprinter Vodka Soda Buckets, plus an expertly curated full bar for game-day cheers.Our full menu packed with chef-inspired creations and gameday bites like wings, flatbreads, burgers, and so much more, guaranteed to satisfy every appetite.Electric crowd energy that makes every play feel like you’re in the stadium.Your table is your ticket to the ultimate Super Bowl experience—reserve now with a minimum spend and lock in the best seat in the house! 🥂 VIP Game Room: Play and PartyFor those who love to mix games with the game, our VIP Game Room offers: 4 screens for easy viewing from every angle.Interactive games including pool tables, ski ball, shuffleboard, Pac Man machine, and more to keep the fun going between plays.A private bar serving exclusive cocktails and premium drinks.A relaxed, lounge-style vibe perfect for standing room and mingling. Information Source: 1212 Santa Monica | eventbrite

HEALTH & SAFETY: WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK WHILE INDOORS FOR OUR EVENTS. THANK YOU. Who doesn't dream of having Rick Steves' life? Traveling throughout the world for a living, cranking out best-selling guidebooks, and hosting one of the most enduring shows on PBS? Irresistible. His appeal crosses generations, demographics, politics, and those who favor wine over beer. So how did Rick catch that travel bug? In his new book, On the Hippie Trail, Istanbul to Katmandu: The Making of a Travel Writer, he tells us of this transformative journey. Forty five years later, he reflects on that trip, including adventures only a guy like Rick could get away with-- in Tehran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Nepal. Rick will not only discuss The Hippie Trail, but will discuss the concept of travel as a political act, about the need to get out of our comfort zones and talk to people who live where we travel. Only then can we develop empathy and return home with a broadened cultural and social perspective. Moderator to be announced. Did you know that you can make a fully tax-deductible donation? As a nonprofit organization, Writers Bloc Presents relies on support from people like you. Help us to remain a strong community as we continue to celebrate literature by authors we love, and explore critical contemporary issues. Please donate here. Other info: No refunds on tickets or books. Books must be picked up on the night of the program. Information Source: Writers Bloc Presents | eventbrite

Storytelling 101 for Ages 18+ The Crow offers you the opportunity to take a story that might have started as a fun dinner party tell to an immersive, hilarious tale that will be performed on our Main Stage after 6 weeks of class! This course helps you write your own material and learn the concepts of story structure all while building confidence in public speaking and communication. We work on stage presence, finding courage to keep going when the going gets rough, and rounding out all the intricate and important moments of your story! This 6 week course meets once a week for 3 hours, culminating in a storytelling show on The Crow’s main stage. THE 2025 WINTER STORYTELLING SESSION STARTS FEBRUARY 20, 2025 Thursdays 7:00pm - 10:00pm Class Dates: February 20 February 27 March 6 March 13 March 20 March 27 Final Showcase:Saturday, March 29th at 8 PM Information Source: eventbrite

*** Please book via our website for better pricing options and a more seamless booking experience *** Our prenatal yoga classes offer a welcoming, compassionate space for women at any point in their pregnancy. No prior yoga experience is needed for this restorative, relaxing and nourishing way to reduce back ache and connect with your growing baby. We focus on pelvic breath work and lower-body stability/strengthening. All poses are safe for mother and baby, effective for labor, and assist with recovery after labor. 1) Our #1 priority is to keep you SAFE while you enjoy the sunshine, community, and fresh air. We require all participants comply with LA County Public Health Guidelines 2) For more information, please visit our prenatal yoga page at laughingfrogyoga.com/prenatal-yoga Information Source: Laughing Frog Yoga | eventbrite

You pick the hero of the story! Hollywood's all about collaboration, so with your suggestions and input The Pasadonuts invent a new film and trailer on the fly that's sure to have the Academy buzzing when awards season rolls around. With a rotating cast, you've seen on Amazon, HBO, FX, and Shudder including Ian Mark, Monnie Aleahmad, Shayma Abu-esba, Nirvan Patnaik, Franny Cromwell, Clayton Stocker Myers, Sarah Villacarillo, Blaize Hall, Edward Peace Jr., and Farah Jaffrey! Information Source: The HIT (Hollywood Independent Theater) | eventbrite

Due to a recent fire incident at Guido's Restorante in Los Angeles, the upcoming shows of Murder at Guido's have been canceled until February 2025. The event, originally scheduled for February 15, will no longer take place as planned. The venue's address is 11980 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025. Please stay tuned for further updates regarding the rescheduling of the shows. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this time.

5:30pm VIP* Doors Open 6:00pm VIP Q&A 6:30pm GA Doors Open 7:00pm Show *VIP includes early access to seating as well as a pre-show Q&A with Patrick! Come for the show, stay for the party! Patrick Hinds (co-host of the podcasts True Crime Obsessed and Golden Girls Deep Dive Podcast) is bringing his one of a kind storytelling event back across the country. This time he’s mashing up a hilariously disastrous evening he spent with Golden Girls ICON Bea Arthur (he loved her, she hated him) with the unexpected arrival of his newborn daughter. And when the show is over (about 50 minutes), Patrick will meet you at the venue bar for cocktails, pictures, and laughs. And as a special treat, Bea Arthur impersonator Jason B. Schmidt appears via video as Bea from beyond the grave. She’s drunk and in no mood. You really don’t want to miss this. Prices include GA or VIP performance tickets only. Beverages sold separately. Information Source: eventbrite

Santa Monica Symphony Pola Benke, guest conductor Cathy Biagini, cello Program: Felix Mendelssohn The Hebrides Overture, Op. 26 Dmitry Kabalevsky Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 49 I. Allegro II. Largo III. Allegro molto Cathy Biagini, cello Intermission Josef Strauss Sphärenklänge Waltz, Op. 235 arr. Michael Rott Joseph Haydn Symphony No. 94, Surprise I. Adagio cantabile – Vivace assai II. Andante III. Menuetto: Allegro molto IV. Finale: Allegro molto Pola Benke, guest conductor Pola Benke is a distinguished conductor and cellist, currently serving as Assistant Conductor for the Long Beach Symphony and the Riverside Philharmonic. Born in Poland, her early immersion in music led her to pursue a Master’s degree in cello performance and later in orchestral conducting, shaping her dynamic artistic vision. Pola's career has been marked by significant opportunities, including participation in prestigious programs with Maestro Neeme Järvi and the Järvi Academy in Estonia. Known for her precise and emotionally compelling leadership, she brings a unique perspective to her work, combining her deep understanding of musical performance with her conducting expertise. A passionate advocate for contemporary music, Pola frequently collaborates with living composers and promotes their work. She currently resides in Redondo Beach with her husband and their dog, Bobby. For more information, please visit www.polabenke.com *Please note this ticket doesn't guarantee late entry as our concerts are open seating, which is first come, first serve. We strongly recommend guests arrive early. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Information Source: Santa Monica Symphony | eventbrite

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: Class will be held indoors at Laughing Frog Yoga. 5) Parking: We offer two levels of free underground parking on-site. 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

Welcome to the Santa Monica Run Club! Join us for a fun and energizing run at 1457 3rd Street Promenade. Lace up your Beyondfeel running shoes and meet fellow runners for a great workout in the beautiful Santa Monica area. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, everyone is welcome to join us for a refreshing run. Don't miss out on the opportunity to stay active and enjoy the outdoors with our friendly running community. See you there! Information Source: lululemon store events | eventbrite

Art Show and Silent Auction Welcome to our annual Art Show and Silent Auction! Join us for a lively evening full of creativity and community spirit. Explore a diverse collection of artwork by talented local artists. From paintings to sculptures, there's something for everyone to appreciate. Witness the beauty of art and support our artists by participating in the silent auction. Don't miss this opportunity to bring home a unique piece while enjoying a memorable event surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts. See you there! Information Source: Anthony Vulin & the collective | eventbrite

Looking for a unique and relaxing way to get your yoga on? Look no further than Goat Yoga in the Park - May 5th at 9:00am in Santa Monica! This one-of-a-kind event will take place at Marine Park, nestled next to the Tennis Courts at 1406 Marine St, Santa Monica, CA 90405. It's an opportunity to connect with nature, practice your downward dog, and bond with adorable goats all at the same time. The session kicks off at 9:00am sharp on May 5th, 2024, so make sure to arrive on time to secure your spot. With a ticket price of just $45, it's an affordable way to experience the latest craze in the fitness world. Don't miss out on this chance to unwind, stretch, and maybe even make a new furry friend. Goat Yoga in the Park - May 5th at 9:00am is the perfect way to start your day with some zen vibes and playful goats.

Experience a day of cultural festivities at bG Gallery in Santa Monica on May 18th during the AAPI Cultural Celebration Day. From 2 to 7 pm, immerse yourself in a diverse range of performances and activities that honor the rich heritage of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. The event, held as part of the Moon & Stars Los Angeles Asian Women in Art Exhibition, curated by Sung-Hee Son, showcases an array of talent including Improv Taiko, traditional Korean music by Kenneth Lee, Feng Shui Poetry by Jen Cheng, and a Japanese Tea Ceremony by Kaoru Kuribayashi. This year's program features Cold Tofu Comedy Improv and a special collaboration with Share Your Asian Story, promising a day of laughter, introspection, and community involvement. The exhibition highlights the artistic expressions of Asian women in Los Angeles, with a portion of art sales and donations supporting the National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association. Join us at bG Gallery for a meaningful celebration and contribute to a worthy cause.

Experience an exclusive event, Tea with Victoria Summer, at Fairmont Miramar - Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica on June 2, 2024. Join the cast of Vindication Swim on the red carpet and indulge in a delightful combination of tea and Champagne. The talented Victoria Summer will captivate the audience with her performance, all in support of Teen Cancer America. This unique opportunity to mingle with celebrities while supporting a great cause comes with a ticket price of $120. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this elegant affair at 101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401. Mark your calendar for a memorable evening filled with sophistication and charitable giving.

FarYad | SECOND SHOW Starring: Borzou Arjmand, Ehsan Karami, Mina Deris Produced by Sheed Film FarYad is a theatrical performance about an Iranian couple who clash over the decision to emigrate. The man is a singer at mourning ceremonies, while the woman is an underground singer. The man believes that the current situation is perfect for staying, whereas the woman desires to escape the current conditions and build a future for herself, her husband, and their daughters in a free world. Throughout the performance, through the spirit of the man's father, we delve into Iran's past and explore how subsequent generations have been shaped by such conflicts. Date: Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 8:00 PM Venue: The Hudson Theatres Address: 6539 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038 Information Source: Sheed Film | 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: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

The Run for Chocolate Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 event in Santa Monica at Palisades Park is set to take place on November 2, 2024. This exciting event is tailored for all chocolate enthusiasts, offering a unique experience that combines running and indulging in chocolate. Participants can expect a delightful package including a running t-shirt, finisher's towel or giveaway, and a finisher's medal. Additionally, there is an option to upgrade to a Technical Running Shirt for a small fee. The event caters to individuals of all ages and paces, promoting a welcoming environment for both runners and walkers. Participants can choose from various distances including a 5K, 10K, or a half marathon. With a focus on providing a stress-free running experience, the event organizers offer support through coordinators who can assist in tracking participants' times using bib numbers. For those unable to attend the event in person, a virtual run option is available, allowing participants to complete the race at their convenience and still receive a finisher's medal. Ticket prices range from US$37 to US$45, with the opportunity to sign up for multiple races at a discounted rate. Moreover, the event aims to make a positive impact by offering stipends, scholarships, or free entries to those in need, such as at-risk youth or marginalized individuals. Organizations or non-profits interested in applying for these opportunities can reach out to the event organizers for more information. Don't miss out on this sweet and fulfilling experience - lace up your running shoes and join the Run for Chocolate Lovers in Santa Monica!

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

Experience the magic of cinema at "In Between Stars and Scars: Masters of Cinema" in Santa Monica. This cinematic event will take place at the Laemmle Monica Film Center on November 29, 2024. Immerse yourself in a world of cinematic excellence and explore the artistry of renowned filmmakers. Tickets for this exclusive experience are priced at $55.20. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the beauty of storytelling on the big screen.

Santa Monica Symphony Geoffrey Pope, guest conductor Gloria Cheng, piano Program: Claude Debussy Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune (Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun) John Williams Prelude and Scherzo for Piano and Orchestra Los Angeles Premiere Gloria Cheng, piano Intermission Johannes Brahms Symphony No. 1 in C minor I. Un poco sostenuto — Allegro II. Andante sostenuto III. Un poco allegretto e grazioso IV. Adagio — Più andante — Allegro non troppo, ma con brio — Più allegro Geoffrey Pope, guest conductor Recognized as both a conductor and composer, Geoffrey Pope’s career spans continents, genres, and musical disciplines. Pope is active within the contemporary music, opera, and multimedia spheres, with conducting and recording projects including art installations and film scores in addition to traditional concert programs. Pope is dedicated to musical performance on a global scale, and is a regular conductor of concert and media music in the studios of Hollywood and Budapest. As a forensic musicologist, industry consultant, and researcher, he has also worked nearly a decade on behalf of composers, producers, and attorneys. Dr. Pope’s degrees in composition and conducting were completed at USC, UCLA, and the Eastman School of Music, where he was awarded the prestigious Walter Hagen Conducting Prize. His scholarly interests include Viennese music of the early twentieth century, and the role of diegetic music in the evolution of sonic spatialization. Pope is on the faculty of the University of California, Irvine and conductor of the UC Irvine Symphony and Opera. He also serves as Music Director of the Beach Cities Symphony in Torrance. For more information, please visit www.geoffreypopemusic.com *Please note this ticket doesn't guarantee late entry as our concerts are open seating, which is first come, first serve. We strongly recommend guests arrive early. Doors open 6:00 pm. Information Source: Santa Monica Symphony | eventbrite

The upcoming event, "Murder at Guido's," will take place in Los Angeles at Guido's Restorante located at 11980 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025. Scheduled for January 4, 2025, this intriguing event promises an evening of mystery and suspense. Join in on the excitement as attendees work together to unravel the secrets behind the murder mystery at this exclusive venue in the heart of Los Angeles.

Get ready for a night of laughs for you and your significant other. This is a chance to laugh and be inspired as a couple! This is also a GREAT experience for someone thinking about getting married or dating to get married someday. Michael's shows sell out across the country so don't wait! Get your tickets now! Lobby Doors: 6:30pm House Doors: 7:00pm He's brought laughter to The Tonight show on NBC, Jimmy Kimmel live, Comedy Central and had feature and starring roles in the films War Room and Selfie Dad. Known as a comedic thought leader, he keynotes for Ted Talks, and wrote the bestselling book Funny How Life Works. Information Source: Michael Jr | eventbrite

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: Class will be held indoors at Laughing Frog Yoga. 5) Parking: We offer two levels of free underground parking on-site. 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

"Jeffrey Conley: An Ode to Nature” is a retrospective showcase of Jeffrey Conley’s exceptional career up to the present. Currently residing in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, Conley’s ability to capture the essence of nature is unparalleled. Conley is also a master printer, with each photographic print a testament to his meticulous craftsmanship and exacting standards. He works in multiple processes which include traditional gelatin silver darkroom processes, platinum palladium prints and archival pigment prints on Japanese Kozo paper. The exhibition will feature a carefully curated selection of Conley’s most recognizable works, as well as some new images, never exhibited before. "Jeffrey Conley: An Ode to Nature" promises to be a must-see event for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. The exhibition at Peter Fetterman Gallery will be on view between January 27th to April 27th, 2024 at Peter Fetterman Gallery, located in Santa Monica, CA.

Steve McCurry is universally recognized as one of today's finest image-makers and has won many of photography's top awards. Best known for his evocative color photography, McCurry captures the essence of human struggle and joy. As a member of Magnum Photos since 1986, he has sought and found the unforgettable; many of his images have become modern icons, his most popular photograph of the unidentified Afghan refugee girl with the striking green eyes. Born in Philadelphia, McCurry graduated cum laude from the College of Arts and Architecture at the Pennsylvania State University. After working at a newspaper for two years, he left for India to freelance. It was in India that McCurry learned to watch and wait on life. "If you wait," he realized, "people will forget your camera and the soul will drift up into view." His career was launched when he disguised in native garb and crossed the Pakistan border into rebel-controlled Afghanistan just before the Russian invasion. When he emerged, he had rolls of film sewn into his clothes and images that would be published around the world which were among the first to show the conflict there. His coverage won the Robert Capa Gold Medal for Best Photographic Reporting from Abroad, an award dedicated to photographers exhibiting exceptional courage and enterprise. Steve McCurry has covered many areas of international and civil conflict, including Burma, Sri Lanka, Beirut, Cambodia, the Philippines, the Gulf War, the former Yugoslavia, and continuing coverage of Afghanistan and Tibet. He focuses on the human consequences of war, not only showing what war impresses on the landscape, but rather, on the human face.

As a child, artist Karla Diaz would often get in trouble for drawing on walls. “Wait ‘til your mother gets home!” her aunt would exclaim. Diaz still loves to draw and paint. Karla Diaz: Wait 'til Your Mother Gets Home features recent works on paper and canvas that focus on American Mexican identity from the 1970s to the present, emphasizing a cultural context of social upheaval and justice through the artist’s explorations of recollection and imagination. Diaz’s vivid, narrative paintings and works on paper depict portraits and landscapes of people and places that inform her memories growing up in Los Angeles and México.

Founded in 1921 in Laguna Beach, Women Painters West (WPW) is a non-profit membership corporation with educational, benevolent, fraternal and charitable objectives. Originally created under the name of The Woman’s Art Club of Southern California, the organization saw two name changes before officially becoming Women Painters West in 1983. In recent years, Women Painters West has been composed of some 200 dedicated women artists working in all mediums, committed to the practice of art. Women Painters West includes among its members art instructors in all levels of art education. Many members exhibit individually in galleries, museums, and universities and have been recognized and honored nationally and internationally. Membership is by application and juried selection.