December 15th from 4:30 to 8 pm at Lunetta in Santa Monica. The community gave smiles last year and will give more smiles this year! 2nd annual toy drive!!❤️ we have the Christmas spirit rolling! Don’t miss this!

Tacos, classic cars and music! Don’t miss this! Please bring a unwrapped toy and join in on the raffle! Lots of amazing stuff!

2420 / 2424 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405

For more info, Click Here

Video of last years event:

Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.

On southbound Pacific Coast Hwy all lanes are open from Kanan Dume Road to Tuna Canyon Road. Northbound PCH only the right lane is closed from Tuna Canyon Road to Kanan Dume Road. LACSD is checking IDs at this lane closure.

For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

December 12, 2024

BEACH AREA WARNINGS:

· Topanga Canyon Beach in Malibu

100 yards up and down the coast from the lagoon.

· Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach

100 yards up and down the coast from the public restrooms.

· Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach

100 yards up and down the coast from the public access steps.

· Castlerock Storm Drain at Topanga County Beach

100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain.

· Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro

The entire swim area.

· Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey

The entire swim area.

· Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica

100 yards up and down the coast from the pier.

· Pulga storm drain at Will Rogers State Beach. Will Rogers Tower 5 is on drain

100 yards up and down the coast from storm drain.

· Avenue I storm drain at Redondo Beach

100 yards up and down the coast from storm drain.

These warnings have been issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.

Use the map below to obtain the current water quality status of your favorite beach location. Use your mouse wheel to zoom into a particular location. Click on the marker to identify the sampling location. This map is updated as conditions change.

Good morning, Venicians!

Glenice Venice will be taking some time off from the surf report to focus on his health. About a week ago, Glen suffered a series of minor strokes, but he’s doing exceptionally well considering what has happened. He is surrounded by an amazing support system that loves him and is helping him get back to 100%.

Glen is currently in a physical rehabilitation center with a wonderful staff who are dedicated to helping our fabulous diva, Glen return to the pier.

How to help!

If you’d like to send a card, flowers, or a video note, Glen would absolutely love that. The quickest and easiest form of help to provide would be a donation here. You can also send videos, cards, or flowers to Glen as well to Whitehall Memorial Hospital Attn Glen Walsh. We will provide an email address on Instagram for visitation information etc.

Glen's friends set up this GoFundMe to help with medical expenses. Glen is such a beacon in this community, and his morning reports brighten our days. This is an opportunity for us to give back some of the love he has always shared with us.

Glen wants everyone to know that he’s okay, loved, and looking forward to returning to the pier to bring surf updates, smiles, and good vibes to all you lovely Venicians!!!!!

4th Annual Santa Cruise in Santa Monica! A festive holiday ride & party for skateboarders, rollerbladers, bikers, and more...

Franklin Fire burns multiple homes within hours of ignition.

For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.

Los Angeles County Fire Department held a press release at 6:00 PM on 12/10/24 at Zuma Beach. Officials provided this updated information.

The Franklin Fire has now burned 2,862 acres and remains at 0% containment. Preliminary reports indicate that seven structures have been destroyed, and eight have been damaged. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this devastating event. The City has set up an Emergency Information and Supplies Station at Zuma Beach, offering updates, food, water, first aid assistance



Mandatory Evacuation Order:

Areas east of Latigo Canyon, west of Topanga Beach Driveway, and south of Baller Motorway, including the Big Rock and Las Flores Communities.

Evacuation Warning:

Areas east of Trancas, south of Hidden Highlands Road, and west of Crestline Drive. Residents in these areas should remain ready to evacuate if conditions worsen.

Shelters Open and Active

Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD), 2802 4th Street, Santa Monica (crated small animals accepted).

Calabasas Community Center. (27040 Malibu Hills Rd.)

For Animals

Small animals: Agoura Animal Shelter (29525 Agoura Rd.)

Large animals: Pierce College (6201 Winnetka Ave.)

Road Closures

Soft Closure:

Las Virgenes and Lost Hills Road (residents only)

Hard Closures:

Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between Kanan Dume Road and Topanga Canyon.

Topanga Canyon Road is open to residents only.

Las Virgenes Road and Mulholland Highway.

Resources and Response

Over 1,500 firefighters and 13 federal, state, and local agencies are actively responding to this incident. Their efforts are critical to protecting our community, and we thank them for their tireless bravery and dedication.

Stay Updated and Stay Safe.

We urge everyone to stay informed, follow evacuation orders and warnings, and prepare to act quickly if conditions change. Thank you for your resilience and cooperation during this challenging time. Together, we will face this crisis and emerge stronger as a community.

This updated message incorporates the Watch Duty App and Genasys Evacuation Map for real-time information and adds clarity to communication resources.

For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.

German in Venice reoprts from the huge fire in Malibu.

"Last night I happened to drive around in the early morning hours and I got a notification on my phone that there is a huge wildfire in Malibu. I drove from Venice Beach all the way to Malibu at 1 AM. I could not believe my eyes how many different fires I saw in the Malibu Hills hundreds of firefighters lots of fire engines helicopters with water try to fight the fire. I left a Malibu at six in the morning and the fires are still burning."

For more on the Franklin Fire, Click Here.

This Saturday is the 31st Annual Venice Surf-A-Thon, here is a video of the contest from 10 years ago.

>Registrstion for the 31st Annual Venice Surf-A-Thon is open. The contest will be held on Saturday, December 14th at the Venice Pier.



Divisions will be: Boys 14U
Girls 14U
Boys 18U
Open Women
Open Men
Open Longboard Women
Open Longboard Men
Women 40ish
Men's 50+
Body Surfing
Body Boarding
Foamie Expression Session



Entry fee is $30 and that includes a contest t-shirt.

To register, Click Here

Stay tuned for more updates.

See photos from last year, Click Here

Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.