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“Brunch with a View” Features New Dishes by Chef Govind ArmstrongSaturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tiffany Rose Photography For the first time in its celebrated 25-plus-year history, Santa Monica’s legendary oceanfront restaurant, The Lobster, is unveiling weekend brunch—marking a major milestone......

Circle Bar (Tiffany Rose Photography) Michele Stueven May 11, 2026 Circle Bar, the longtime  Main Street bar and nightclub in Santa Monica known for its dimly lit, oval-shaped bar, packed dance floor, and historic past, will reopen under new ownership and reopen on Friday, May......

Football fever officially arrived in Santa Monica on June 12 as over 4,000 fans gathered for the USA Kick Off Celebration: Watch Party & Fan Fest at Santa Monica Place. The event showcased exceptional brand partnerships with sponsors Michelob ULTRA, Stella Artois, and NÜTRL. Produced......

Chef-Partner Imran Ali Mookhi Brings His Celebrated Pakistani and Indian Cuisine, Signature Zero-Proof Beverage Program, and 100% Halal Menu to Downtown Santa Monica Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen, the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-recognized restaurant, celebrated for redefining South Asian dining through an elevated interpretation of Pakistani......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

🎅 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......

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,......

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......

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......

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......

🌴 Get the inside scoop and invites on the latest happenings on the Westside & beyond 🌴 The Day of the Dog Festival Returns to Main StreetSaturday, September 7 / Main Street, Santa Monica   Celebrate the special bond between humans and canines at the largest festival for......

 Let’s Roll, Santa Monica!  Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. is excited to announce the grand opening of Roll @ Santa Monica, their new outdoor roller skating rink and go-to spot for nostalgic fun in the sun!   Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration:with festive kickoff featuring......

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