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  • 02 Mar

    “Under One Roof” an Exhibition of the Artists of Santa Monica Studios 3026

    Celebrate the opening of “Under One Roof”, a dynamic multi-disciplinary group exhibition curated by acclaimed Los Angeles art critic and curator Peter Frank at the new Santa Monica Studios 3026. Experience the creative energy of Santa Monica’s largest artist community, featuring 32 resident artists working......

  • 23 Jan

    Introducing: The Dune Room

    The Dune Room is a vibrant new hub in Coachella Valley, California that’s quickly becoming a local favorite. Nestled in the heart of Downtown Indio, The Dune Room is redefining what it means to be a live music and community space in the desert. By......

  • 29 Dec

    That’s a Wrap For 2025!

    As we reflect on an incredible year of events, we just want to say THANK YOU to our amazing PR clients, community partners, nonprofit partners, sponsors, and every single attendee who showed up, supported, danced, ran, sipped, celebrated, and gave back with us. 💖 Together,......

  • 02 Dec

    The 13th Annual Turkey Trot LA Returned with Record Breaking Attendance

    The 13th annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles returned to Downtown Los Angeles on Thanksgiving morning. A record-breaking 7,000 runners and walkers dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys and pies, raised over $85,000 for those experiencing homelessness for The Midnight Mission. The Turkey Trot has raised more than half million dollars since it began in 2013.......

  • 28 Nov

    Venice Holiday Sign Lighting

    Whether you’re a longtime Venice local or visiting for the first time, this is the night to celebrate community, creativity, and holiday spirit under the glow of one of L.A.’s most beloved landmarks. Bundle up, grab your friends, and come make some Venice Holiday magic......

  • 11 Nov

    The 17th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl returns Saturday Dec 13th! Thousands will “Crawl for a Cause!”

    The Largest Holiday Crawl on the West Coast Returns on Sat. December 13 2025! Join thousands of Santas Elves Naughty Reindeer and over 20 of the City’s best bars and restaurants as the entire city comes together to raise money for the Westside Food Bank......

  • 22 Oct

    Off The Hook Seafood Festival SHELL-ebrated Seafood, Sustainability, and Community with Its Biggest Year Yet!

    OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival returned to the historic Santa Monica Pier on Sun. Oct. 19th to celebrate the City of Santa Monica’s 150th Anniversary and National Seafood Month!  The event attracted over 750 seafood lovers and received over 80M media impressions, making it......

  • 23 Jul

    WESTSIDE GUIDE: The Lobster’s Sunset Jazz Launch, Gnocchi & Wine Night, Brunch Rave, Cocktail Class, Family CAMP, and more! 

    Sunset Jazz & Pizza Series Launch PartyThursday, July 24th / The Lobster / 6-9pm Back by popular demand, The Lobster’s Jazz & Pizza Sunset Series returns with an unforgettable kickoff soirée this Thur. July 24 from 6-9pm!  Experience a perfect summer evening filled with smooth jazz, handcrafted pizzas by acclaimed Chef Govind......

  • 02 Jul

    Hidden Gems: Meet Kim Koury of Spin PR Group

    Today we’d like to introduce you to Kim Koury. Hi Kim, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, surrounded by music, food, and the hustle of entrepreneurship. My father owned a chain of record stores, and my uncle......

  • 05 Jun

    10th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street Brought the Fun, Flavor, and Festivities!

    Thanks so much to everyone who joined us for the 10th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street and supported the Main Street Business Improvement Association! This was our best year to date, with a sold-out crowd of over 800 attendees from all over LA. It......

  • 15 Apr

    Inaugural Venice Beach Half Marathon & 5K to Debut on Sunday, May 18, 2025

    We’re celebrating our longtime client: Generic Events! Co-founders Michelle and Brennan Lindner, the husband and wife power team behind some of your favorite award-winning races across LA, are bringing one of their annual marathons to the heart of their own community: Venice Beach. The Venice Beach......

  • 01 Apr

    Rebuilding LA: Women, Wellness & Wine Sold-Out Event Raised Money for LAFD and Honored Influential Female Leaders

    Our Women, Wellness & Wine Women’s History Month Celebration and Wildfire Benefit in collaboration with Community Collective at Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel was a huge success! The sold-out event brought together 200 members of the community, provided healing wellness services, and inspired us all through......

  • 13 Mar

    🍀 WESTSIDE GUIDE: St. Patrick’s Rooftop Party, Women Wellness & Wine, Venice Fest, & More! 🎡

    Ye Olde St. Patrick’s Day Rooftop Party at the Beach / Friday, March 14-Monday, March 17 / Hotel Erwin, Venice Get lucky all weekend at Hotel Erwin’s Ye Ole St. Patrick’s Day on the Beach! 🍀 Enjoy Irish-inspired cocktails and craft brews sponsored by Jameson Whiskey, festive......

  • 06 Feb

    Santa Monica College Foundation Raises $714K for Fire Disaster Relief

    When the devastating Southern California wildfires broke out, Santa Monica College Foundation immediately jumped into action to provide essential aid to displaced students, employees and community members including children, staff and families in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Thousands of generous donations – including......

  • 17 Dec

     Thousands of Runners and Walkers Trotted For A Cause on Thanksgiving Morning at the 12th Annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles 

    The 12th annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles returned to Downtown Los Angeles on Thanksgiving morning. Approximately 6,500 runners and walkers dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys, pilgrims, and pies, raised an incredible $75,000 for those experiencing homelessness for The Midnight Mission. The Turkey Day charity run has become a holiday tradition for many Angelenos to......

  • 30 Nov

    16th Annual Santa Monica Pub Crawl Raised Money for 32K Meals!

    🎅 The Ultimate SANTA Monica Pub Crawl Was a Huge Success! 🎉 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 Over 20 of the best bars and restaurants in Santa Monica participated including The Bungalow, The Victorian, Jameson’s, Barney’s Beanery, LuLa Cucina Mexicana, Santa Monica Whaler, Mon Ami, Tavern on Main, Ashland......

  • 05 Nov

    Off the Hook Santa Monica Seafood Festival was o-fishally the best time ever!

    Here is a message from Off the Hook event producer Kim Koury! A massive shout-out from all of us at Spin PR and Heal the Bay for making this year’s OFF THE HOOK Seafood Festival an unforgettable splash!  . With nearly 600 people in attendance,......

  • 01 Nov

    NOVEMBER WESTSIDE GUIDE: Dia De Los Muertos, Turkey Trot DTLA & More!

    Dia de los Muertos Halloween PartySaturday, November 2 / Nalu Vida, Venice / 8pm-2am / Free Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and non-stop vibes at Día de Los Muertos party at Venice’s hottest new bar and restaurant Nalu Vida! With live sounds from the......

  • 05 Sep

    OFF THE HOOK SEAFOOD FESTIVAL RETURNS TO THE ICONIC SANTA MONICA PIER ON OCTOBER 13

    WHO: OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival, Heal the Bay, and Spin PR Group EVENT DATE: Sunday, October 13, 2024  EVENT TIME: 4pm – 7pm (VIP 3pm entry)  WHERE: Santa Monica Pier Parking Deck  WHAT: After a 5-year hiatus, OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival is returning......

  • 02 Sep

    NEW CLIENT ALERT: THE LOBSTER IN SANTA MONICA

    Exciting News! We’re thrilled to welcome our newest client, **The Lobster**—a Santa Monica icon known for its spectacular views, delicious seafood, and award-winning cuisine since 1999! 🦞✨ Acclaimed Chef Govind Armstrong and team are celebrating 25 years of excellence all year long. Make sure you......

23 Jan Introducing: The Dune Room

The Dune Room is a vibrant new hub in Coachella Valley, California that’s quickly becoming a local favorite. Nestled in the heart of Downtown Indio, The Dune Room is redefining what it means to be a live music and community space in the desert. By day,...

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29 Dec That’s a Wrap For 2025!

As we reflect on an incredible year of events, we just want to say THANK YOU to our amazing PR clients, community partners, nonprofit partners, sponsors, and every single attendee who showed up, supported, danced, ran, sipped, celebrated, and gave back with us. 💖 Together, we...

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02 Dec The 13th Annual Turkey Trot LA Returned with Record Breaking Attendance

The 13th annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles returned to Downtown Los Angeles on Thanksgiving morning. A record-breaking 7,000 runners and walkers dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys and pies, raised over $85,000 for those experiencing homelessness for The Midnight Mission. The Turkey Trot has raised more than half million dollars since it began in 2013. The...

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28 Nov Venice Holiday Sign Lighting

Whether you're a longtime Venice local or visiting for the first time, this is the night to celebrate community, creativity, and holiday spirit under the glow of one of L.A.'s most beloved landmarks. Bundle up, grab your friends, and come make some Venice Holiday magic...

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23 Jul WESTSIDE GUIDE: The Lobster’s Sunset Jazz Launch, Gnocchi & Wine Night, Brunch Rave, Cocktail Class, Family CAMP, and more! 

Sunset Jazz & Pizza Series Launch PartyThursday, July 24th / The Lobster / 6-9pm Back by popular demand, The Lobster’s Jazz & Pizza Sunset Series returns with an unforgettable kickoff soirée this Thur. July 24 from 6-9pm! Experience a perfect summer evening filled with smooth jazz, handcrafted pizzas by acclaimed Chef Govind Armstrong, $5 OPEN...

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02 Jul Hidden Gems: Meet Kim Koury of Spin PR Group

Today we’d like to introduce you to Kim Koury. Hi Kim, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, surrounded by music, food, and the hustle of entrepreneurship. My father owned a chain of record stores, and my uncle and...

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06 Feb Santa Monica College Foundation Raises $714K for Fire Disaster Relief

When the devastating Southern California wildfires broke out, Santa Monica College Foundation immediately jumped into action to provide essential aid to displaced students, employees and community members including children, staff and families in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Thousands of generous donations – including...

Read More

17 Dec  Thousands of Runners and Walkers Trotted For A Cause on Thanksgiving Morning at the 12th Annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles 

The 12th annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles returned to Downtown Los Angeles on Thanksgiving morning. Approximately 6,500 runners and walkers dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys, pilgrims, and pies, raised an incredible $75,000 for those experiencing homelessness for The Midnight Mission. The Turkey Day charity run has become a holiday tradition for many Angelenos to...

Read More

30 Nov 16th Annual Santa Monica Pub Crawl Raised Money for 32K Meals!

🎅 The Ultimate SANTA Monica Pub Crawl Was a Huge Success! 🎉SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14Over 20 of the best bars and restaurants in Santa Monica participated including The Bungalow, The Victorian, Jameson's, Barney's Beanery, LuLa Cucina Mexicana, Santa Monica Whaler, Mon Ami, Tavern on Main, Ashland Hill, Library...

Read More

02 Sep NEW CLIENT ALERT: THE LOBSTER IN SANTA MONICA

Exciting News! We’re thrilled to welcome our newest client, **The Lobster**—a Santa Monica icon known for its spectacular views, delicious seafood, and award-winning cuisine since 1999! 🦞✨ Acclaimed Chef Govind Armstrong and team are celebrating 25 years of excellence all year long. Make sure you follow...

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