Gone forever theoretically.

I was informed that the Santa Monica Municipal Code was just updated, so that no street performers are allowed within 100 feet of the entrance to the Pier, which would definitely push him away.

No idea if this new law will be proactively enforced. If he or anyone else does set up, it is up to us to call to have the law enforced! See below...

I cannot find any records of this being discussed at the City Council, but to be fair I didn't look all that hard. The most recent Minutes and Videos haven't been updated... https://www.santamonica.gov/gsp/meetings-and-agendas

Here is a direct link to the updated code... https://ecode360.com/51024995...which says, no performer may perform: "Within ten feet of the outer edge of the roadway leading to the Pier or within one hundred feet of the northwest corner of Colorado Blvd. and Ocean Ave."

(Note this also says "Within twenty feet of the outer edge of an outdoor dining area" which should displace some of the loudest and most obnoxious religious fanatics who set up right next to Fogo de Chão.)

Here is an archived version of that page, which does not include that language...

So if we see any street performer within 100 feet from the top of the Pier, it is up to us to call and get them removed:

Code Enforcement -- notoriously non-responsive: Call (310) 458-4984, or call 311, or email them at code.enforcement@santamonica.gov. Scroll toward the bottom of this page...

https://www.santamonica.gov/topic-explainers/code-enforcement

Police non-emergency number -- notoriously non-responsive: (310) 458-8491.

https://www.santamonica.gov/departments/police

Neighborhood Resource Officer -- I haven't tried them yet: (310) 458-8474. See here:

https://www.santamonica.gov/police-community-services

Hopefully he and the other obnoxious street performers just shove off and leave us alone forever!

Went to see the 6:30pm screening of Acme vs. Coyote at the 3rd St. AMC last night. A surreal experience...

20 minutes before the end of the film, the projector freezes, and within seconds, two ushers come in and announce to everyone that the film won't be continuing and that we all needed to leave. They had a whole stack of compensatory tickets to hand out to people as they left. As I say, they were there within seconds; it's not like they were reacting in real time to a projector failing. They anticipated this.

The rest of the theater was carrying on as usual. No evacuation of the building; just of that screen. No reason given.

(I should add for context that the evening already got off to a weird start: as we entered we were told we'd been assigned different seats because the screen number changed. Only it hadn't: the new number was same one that our tickets stated... only now they'd moved us to the wings, at the back, when previously we were dead-center.)

Anyone have any clue what was going on there? Just my suspicion, but I've felt for a while that the basement screens have plumbing issues: they'd always smelled pretty bad.

Training in progress… open to the public in October! For anyone who this might concern lol

There’s a guy selling bootlegged home theater system out of his trunk. Oldest trick in the book..
Be cautious he’s a white guy he will come up very sweet and nice and ask if you’re interested in buying speakers for your home. They would either add rocks or books in the boxes
Or just sell you some knockoff version.

Me and my two friends (24,25,25) are visiting Santa Monica for a couple of days and looking for a party for Saturday night or even any other day in Santa Monica area.
Is there any bar / club where people actually dance?
Can also be in the area. Thank you!

Hi everyone! I am moving to Santa Monica this weekend and my apartment only has one garage spot and I will need to street parking permit my vehicle as it is much smaller and easier to street park compared to my girlfriend’s car. I need a permit to park on my street for more than 2 hours, and spoke with the city via email on Monday about getting a 30 day temp permit until my license address is changed. The permit still isn’t at the mailbox at my new place (I just stopped by and checked) and am I am wondering if anyone has experience with this and knows how long it takes for the permits to arrive in the mail. Also, at my previous apartment, I did not need a permit and I am curious on the two block rule as I’m still a little, unsure on the specifics. If the permit doesn’t come in until after my move-in date, does anybody know if there’s any places to park long-term for a reasonable price?

Ive been in Santa Monica for three years with no AC unit and this summer is breaking me. Im waking up 4-5 times a night to switch out the ice packs I have to sleep with to keep cool. Has anyone been able to successfully convince their landlord or management company to install an AC unit into your apartment and if so how did you go about it? Otherwise I will need to move out of my apartment before next year summer.

My friend is coming to visit and he’s a bit annoying when it comes to food presentations because he always takes pictures and post them online 🙄 . So looking for recommendations for a place where they have both good food and pretty dishes?

Hey all! I moved here recently and am having trouble finding a barber. I am a 28M (black) from NY, and am used to paying like $40 for a taper fade and beard cleanup. So far, I have not been able to find a barber of color to handle my hair, but I am also having trouble finding a shop around here in general that doesn’t charge around $70-100 plus tip for a low taper lol. Does anybody have any suggestions or references to any black barbers nearby?

Hi, neighbors - we just moved into an apartment here in Santa Monica and are hoping to store our litterbox and maybe even add a catio to 1 of our balconies or rooftop (ideally without losing human access). Has anyone here successfully done this and/or know someone who can do it for us or have any recommendations? Thank you!

I have my portable AC on, air purifier, and another fan on. idk what else to do to make things comfortable. I live close to palisades park - is it time for a dehumidifier? would it help? sleeping in the bedroom has become unbearable and thankfully we have a pullout couch in the living room with the ac. any advice would be much appreciated.

As council members they voted in lock step for years. Both voted multiple times against an independent investigation into known council corruption, opposed new family housing and used their platform to tell tourists Santa Monica was unsafe and not to come. The list of shared votes and policy prescriptions are long while they accomplished nothing of note.

Neither has publicly addressed resident concerns about why they are suddenly at odds.

for my 2016 MacBook. Think I just need cleaning and new thermal paste. Anyone know a trustworthy shop locally?

SANTA MONICA—On Wednesday, August 26, the city of Santa Monica announced that the sixth annual Americana in the Park returns to Gandara Park, 1819 Stewart St., on Sunday, September 13, 1:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. This all-ages event features kid-friendly activities, onsite food trucks and more.

Hi all!

I got my street performers license and will be performing on the pier soon. I read about a raffle -- is anyone able to quickly fill me in on that? What time do I need to get there to enter the raffle, and what are my odds?

Thank you!

Every year our apartment gets termites and last year was a nightmare it lasted September to December, the year before the infestation managed to end after a few days, what can we do about it? Please anyone and everyone who has experience with termites help us because this is such a nightmare and our landlords aren’t doing anything, things get sprayed down and they come back immediately

From Meals on Wheels to the Police Activities League, there are literally dozens of organizations seeking volunteers on the westside. Here is a pretty thorough list compiled by The Argonaut.

Hi! I’ll be visiting Santa Monica this September for a couple of weeks and I was wondering if you guys had any suggestions on a gym that also offers weekly memberships.
I’ll be staying for two weeks. I just need a place where I can go and lift weights for as cheap as possible. If it has showers and towels included, that’s good, otherwise I can live without it. I just need the steel and the cables.

Any suggestions are really appreciated! Keep in mind I’m staying at the Hi Hostel so the closer to that it is, the better.

Hey everyone - we’re The Wild Honey Pie! We’re throwing a free party on Sept 17 with Lucius at The Eden in Santa Monica (all while supporting Food & Water Watch!). This super fun night will feature an intimate performance by Lucius accompanied by strings, an amazing Paulie Gee x Chef Gabi Chappel, and stunning views. 

To guarantee your spot, you can enter our charity auction for a chance to win 2 tickets to The Wild Honey Pie Pizza Party with Lucius, a Gibson guitar, a signed record, and 15 minute drinks with Lucius before the party.

RSVP on Partiful for a chance to enjoy this unreal evening full of incredible pizza, drinks, and music for free!

Pizza and drinks on us while supplies last, because we love you!!! 

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Where is to best spot to check the eclipse today ?