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Free Movies at Santa Monica Place are Back!
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Movies on the Deck are back!
Every Wednesday beginning September 7 – October 26
7pm – 9pm
Free and Open to the Public
Location: Santa Monica Place Dining Deck
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Enjoy classic films under the stars Wednesdays at 7pm on the Dining Deck, Level 3 of Santa Monica Place. The movies are complimentary and shown in their original, unedited format. It is recommended that you bring warm clothes and a blanket.
Schedule
Wednesday Sept. 7 Breakfast at Tiffany’s (NR), starring Audrey Hepburn
Wednesday Sept.14 Goldfinger (PG-13), starring Sean Connery as James Bond
Wednesday Sept. 21 American Graffiti (PG), starring Richard Dreyfuss
Wednesday Sept. 28 Viva Las Vegas (NR), starring Elvis Presley
Wednesday Oct. 5 North by Northwest (NR), directed by Alfred Hitchcock
Wednesday Oct. 12 Moonstruck (PG), starring Cher
Wednesday Oct. 19 The Blind Side (PG-13), starring Sandra Bullock
Wednesday Oct. 26 Silence of the Lambs (R), starring Anthony Hopkins
Keep an eye out for giveaways during the screenings and maybe even some surprise special guests.
Santa Monica Place 395 Santa Monica Place Santa Monica, CA 90401
TEDxYouth@SantaMonica: Define Yourself
Theme: Define Yourself
Date: Saturday, September 24th 2011
Time: 10am – 2pm
Venue: Barnum Hall, Santa Monica High School 601 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
*Student Registration | *Buy Tickets [now closed]
About this event
TEDxYouth@SantaMonica is proud to be partnering with Santa Monica High School to create a TED experience for the local community. We are putting together an exciting and inspiring program of live speakers and TEDTalks for a memorable day of fun, insight and revelation.
Our conversations will cover such diverse topics as soccer, porn and graffiti, but will always be guaranteed to make you think a little differently about how you define yourself, and are defined by others.
Confirmed Speakers
Cindy Gallop, Entrepreneur
“Make Love, Not Porn”
Cindy will expand on her now-legendary 2009 TEDtalk as she shares her views on the impact of technology on intimacy amongst young people. We predict that this compelling speaker will be a highlight of the day.
Eugene Martin, Film Director
“The Anderson Monarchs”
Eugene is making a feature-length documentary (trailer above) about an all-girls soccer team competing, living, and thriving in an at-risk urban neighborhood in Philadelphia. These girls show how anybody can rise above adversity to achieve their dreams.
Jason Pitts, College Student
“From Prom to Youtube”
Jason, a former SAMOHI student, became a YouTube sensation earlier this year thanks to his unusual prom invite. Jason describes the impact of that incredible journey.
Eric Wahl, Artist
Erik is a recognized artist and author who inspires audiences to achieve greater levels of performance. After first working in the business world and playing with his art; Erik now PLAYS in the business world by WORKING with his art. Erik’s sought after artwork and public installations can be seen around the world. And as one of the country’s top platform speakers, he shares his powerful message with audiences from coast to coast.
Other confirmed speakers include:
Andrew Byrom, Fontographer
Michael Weiss, Entrepreneur
Jan Florjanczyk, Physicist
Jodi Wing, Author
Susanne Conrad, Motivational Speaker
*Tickets / Registration
This is an event not to be missed by anybody in the community who loves to be provoked, inspired, challenged or encouraged to act! There will be some controversial topics at TEDxYouth@SantaMonica, by registering or purchasing tickets for this event, you are agreeing that you are aware of this fact.
- Student Tickets are free, but advanced registration and school ID are required. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis and is open to 500 local area high school students.
- Adults/Non-High School Students Tickets are $60 and only a limited amount are available. A portion of each ticket is being donated to Santa Monica schools as well as helping to subsidize the high school students who are attending for free.
Student Registration | Buy Tickets [now closed]
TEDxSantaMonica is operated under a license from TED to bring TED-like events to the Santa Monica community. In compliance with TED guidelines, the goal is to create a forum for community members to gather, mingle, network, discuss, inspire and promote change. By purchasing a ticket and attending a TEDxSantaMonica event, you are agreeing to this statement:
“I understand that those who attend TEDx events do so in a spirit of curiosity, open-mindedness, respect and tolerance, thereby enabling constructive conversation and allowing guests and TEDx speakers to be more open than they might otherwise be. I confirm that I will honor these values.”
TEDxSantaMonica cannot include participants who fail to uphold this policy of openness, tolerance and support.
Bonus!
Our favorite TED talk and coincidentally, the most popular ever..
Disclaimer: TEDxSantaMonica is operated under license from TED and did not produce this video.
Please Help!
We are looking for sponsors for our TEDxYouth@SantaMonica event on Sept 24th – either cash or in-kind donations. More info.
TEDxSantaMonica
Venue: Barnum Hall, Santa Monica High School
601 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Your Guide to the Good Food Festival
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Good Food Festival and Conference
Wednesday, September 14 – Sunday, September 18
Santa Monica, CA
Times and Locations Vary by Event. See Info Below.
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Join us for the Inaugural Good Food Festival & Conference
The Santa Monica Farmers Market celebrates its 30th Anniversary with the very first Southern California Good Food Festival & Conference. This unprecedented multi-day event will focus on regional and national issues integral to building a local and sustainable food system while supporting the needs of California family farmers.
Produced by FamilyFarmed.org, the Good Food Festival brings together farmers, food businesses, sustainable food advocates, chefs, families and individual consumers for 5 days of good food, good business, and good fun!
Schedule:
Wednesday – September 14th, 2011
Santa Monica Farmers Market
8:30am – 1:30pm | 9/14
Santa Monica Farmers Market [Directions]
Amelia Saltsman, author of The Santa Monica Farmers Market Cookbook, will kick off the Good Food Festival and Conference with cooking demos at the renowned Wednesday Farmers Market featuring farmers and fresh produce from the market.
The Harvest, Good Food Film Series
7:30pm – 10:00pm | 9/14
Aero Theatre [Directions]
The Good Food Festival Film Series offers evenings of film and conversation about issues related to our food. Each screening includes a panel discussion providing local perspectives moderated by Lisa Lucas Talbot of Slow Food Los Angeles.
The Festival’s opening night will feature a screening of The Harvest / La Cosecha, a moving new documentary about child migrant workers in the United States. (See the trailer above.) A panel of distinguished participants will discuss timely and critical labor issues that effect food producers and consumers.
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Thursday – September 15th, 2011
Financing Farm to Fork Conference
9:00am – 5:00pm | 9/15
Broad Stage [Directions]
The Financing Farm to Fork Conference educates regional farmers and food processors about various financing strategies and links them directly to financiers. Farms and food businesses can apply to the Financing Fair, which provides opportunities to connect with potential investors.
Further Details and Scheduled Speakers
Good Food, Good Opportunities, Good Business
9:00am – 5:00pm | 9/15
Santa Monica College [Directions]
The Good Food Conference and Trade Show supports farmers, trade buyers and other stakeholders to grow their business and the good food community. The exhibit floor includes farmers, distributors, artisan food producers, and school food suppliers that are looking for new business and specialize in local food.
Opening Symposium and WPA Agricultural Art Opening
6:30pm – 9:30pm | 9/15
Santa Monica High School [Directions]
Celebrating 30 years of the Santa Monica Farmers Market impact of the Market’s work. Join local, state, and national leaders for this historic celebration as they discuss the impact of the Market work and how it continues to fulfill its mandate of growing local food and supporting local farmers in Santa Monica. Speakers include ‘rock star’ farmers, local and national food experts, world-class chefs, and prominent political leaders.
Photo Credit: Wendy P.
Friday – September 16th, 2011
Good Food Conference and Trade Show
9:00am – 5:00pm | 9/16
Santa Monica College [Directions]
The Good Food Conference and Trade Show offers cutting edge programming and technical assistance to support farmers, trade buyers and other stakeholders to grow their business and increase everyone’s access to good food. National and regional leaders will discuss topics such as: scaling up to meet the demand for local food, food with integrity, public policy, school food, public health, the Farm Bill and more. The Trade Show will connect farmers, food companies, and distributors with supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and other wholesale food buyers interested in purchasing local and sustainable food.
Good Food, Good Opportunities, Good Business
9:00am – 5:00pm | 9/16
Santa Monica College [Directions]
The Good Food Conference and Trade Show supports farmers, trade buyers and other stakeholders to grow their business and the good food community. The exhibit floor includes farmers, distributors, artisan food producers, and school food suppliers that are looking for new business and specialize in local food.
School Food FOCUS Showcase
9:00am – 5:00pm | 9/16
Santa Monica College [Directions]
School Food FOCUS and local partners will lead a day of programming focused on moving school food procurement towards more healthful, regionally sourced and sustainably produced options. Programming includes: school district procurement presentations, roundtable discussions, vendor showcases, and school gardens success stories.
Food Policy and Public Health Summit
10:00am – 5:00pm | 9/16
Santa Monica College [Directions]
Leaders come together for workshops and discussions to support the transformation of regional, state and federal food policy initiatives.
Trade Show
12:00pm – 5:00pm | 9/16
Santa Monica College [Directions]
Farms, food businesses, and distributors that offer Good Food will exhibit and meet with supermarkets, restaurants, hospitals, schools and other buyers of local and sustainable food.
Localicious VIP Reception
6:30pm – 7:30pm | 9/16
Annenberg Community Beach House [Directions]
A limited number of VIP tickets are available for an early arrival to meet the chefs, farmers, national thought leaders and Good Food Festival and Conference speakers.
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Localicious Gala
7:30pm – 10:00pm | 9/16
Annenberg Community Beach House [Directions]
30th Anniversary Gala Celebration of the Santa Monica Farmers Market at an outdoor party featuring 30 of L.A.’s best chefs paired with 30 Market farmers.
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Saturday – September 17th, 2011
Joel Salatin, Ballet in the Pasture
9:00am – 12:00pm | 9/17
TBA, Santa Monica
Joel Salatin, the maverick Polyface Farm rancher of Food, Inc. fame, will give a virtual tour explaining the whys and wherefores of his ecological and profitable farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Expect how-to information regarding water and fencing infrastructure, multi-speciation, portable shelters and carbon cycling. This workshop combines the best of heritage wisdom with the latest techno-gadgetry. The presentation culminates with marketing information and the Polyface template for germinating a new generation of young farmers.
Good Food Festival & Street Fair
10:00am – 7:00pm | 9/17
Santa Monica High School [Directions]
Join us for two amazing days at the Good Food Festival and Street Fair. Come experience the Good Food Movement first hand with chef demos from LA’s finest restaurants, nationally significant speakers, workshops for every interest, a Localicious Gala, street fair, book signing and much more!
Good Food Festival Speaker Series
10:00am – 6:00pm | 9/17
Santa Monica College [Directions]
Details TBA
Photo Credit: Ed Y.
Sunday – September 18th, 2011
Good Food Festival & Street Fair
10:00am – 7:00pm | 9/18
Santa Monica High School [Directions]
Join us for two amazing days at the Good Food Festival and Street Fair. Come experience the Good Food Movement first hand with chef demos from LA’s finest restaurants, nationally significant speakers, workshops for every interest, a Localicious Gala, street fair, book signing and much more!
Good Food Festival Speaker Series
10:00am – 6:00pm | 9/18
Santa Monica College [Directions]
Details TBA
Interested in becoming a Vendor or Exhibitor? For more information contact Kim Koury at (323) 330-9559 or kim@spinPRgroup.com
The Taste of Santa Monica Place
Fresh Sashimi of the Day from Ozumo
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The Taste of Santa Monica Place
Celebrate the 1 year Anniversary of Santa Monica Place
Date: August 5th – August 14th
Time: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Venue: Santa Monica Place
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10 Lunch options at $20 or $30 Dinners. Try one or try them all.
Get a taste of all Santa Monica Place has to offer by experiencing special pre-fixe menus at participating restaurants. The pre-fixe menus will offer the restaurants’ finest offerings at affordable prices. Pre-fixe menus include a $20 per person 3-course lunch option and $30 per person 3-course dinner option.
“We are excited to launch the first Taste of Santa Monica Place event so that locals, day trippers and tourists alike can experience the great dining options we have to offer. From pizza and pasta to crispy calamari and beef tenderloin, there really is something for everyone to enjoy,” said Adrienne DeVore the Senior Manager of Marketing at Santa Monica Place.
Restaurants participating are: La Sandia, Zengo, Ozumo, Sonoma Wine Garden, Xino, Pizza Antica, True Food Kitchen, Primi Al Mercato and The Curious Palate.
Tacos from La Sandia
As part of Santa Monica Place’s 1 year anniversary, they will have a weekend full of
- sales promotions
- live entertainment
- children’s entertainment
- fun for the entire family
- and more!
Three hours of free valet parking is available if dining at one of the restaurants, complete with three separate valet locations on Broadway, 4th Street, and 2nd Street.
And Remember – Your Santa Monica Place Gift Card…
Benefits Santa Monica Public Schools via the Education Foundation!
One dollar of the purchase fee from each Santa Monica Place Gift Card and GIVE Green Gift Card purchased at Santa Monica Place will be donated to the Santa Monica – Malibu Education Foundation to support educational excellence for every child in the Santa Monica – Malibu School District.
Santa Monica Place
395 Santa Monica Place Santa Monica, CA 90401
Unique LA
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Unique LA
Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 30th & 31st
Time: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Venue: The Barker Hangar (at the Santa Monica Air Center)
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Tickets ($8 pre-sale, $10 at the door, kids under 12 free)
Beat the heat this summer with cool, local design!
UNIQUE LA is the largest independent design show in the country…
Come to our first-ever Summer Show in Santa Monica to meet and shop from over 225 designers & artists, support the local economy, join in community and have a blast!
Attendees get the rare chance to meet and shop directly from over 250 hand-selected designers and artists. The exciting two-day shopping event makes it easy for you to buy local and support LA’s economy, discover great design and deals, join in community, and have a blast! Over 95% of the products at the show are proudly made right here in the USA!
On top of shopping the wide variety of offerings, the event boasts many exciting Extras & Amenities, including free workshops, an eco lounge, and two cafes featuring some of LA’s best restaurants and gourmet food trucks. Plan to spend the day with us!
Admission Includes
- Our big ‘Truck Stop’ feat. LA’s best food trucks like The Grilled Cheese Truck & Flying Pig!
- Free drinks & a hosted bar (Perrier, IZZE, Honest Tea, Hendrick’s cocktails)
- A raffle ticket for giveaways all weekend long
- Unlimited re-entry for both days
- UNIQUE LA stickers & cool freebies
- Free DIY workshops and crafty goodness
- Plush lounge seating area
- Portraits at the Oh Snap Photo Booth
- Access to giveaways and door prizes all weekend long
- Souvenir copy of the Vendor Directory + Mini Magazine
10% of ticket sales at the July 30 & 31 Summer Show will be donated to the important organization Heal the Bay. Tickets are on sale through Friday, July 29th at Midnight.
About Unique LA
UNIQUE LA is an exciting two-day shopping event that showcases fresh, hand-selected design talent.
With no ‘middle man’ you’ll shop directly from the designers themselves, which means prices
will be less then retail yet they actually make more profit. It’s a win-win for everyone!
More important, UNIQUE LA is truly about fostering and growing LA’s great community and bringing attention to the Made in America movement.
The Barker Hangar at the Santa Monica Air Center
3021 Airport Avenue
Santa Monica, California 90405
Health and Fitness Festival
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Santa Monica Chamber Health & Fitness Festival
Saturday, July 30th
11:00am-4:00pm
Third Street Promenade
Free to the Public
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“Lifestyle Fitness – the pulse of our community”
The Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce welcomes summer the healthy way at the annual Santa Monica Chamber Health & Fitness Festival. This year is specifically geared towards Lifestyle Fitness – the pulse of our community.
Special performance by P90x fitness guru Tony Horton
Learn to dance with Jeffrey McCann from ‘So You Think You Can Dance‘
Free vital screenings, including:
- Skin cancer
- Blood pressure
- Podiatry
- Vein
Free classes, including:
- Hula hoops
- Boxing
- Zumba
- Karate
- Yoga
For a complete schedule of classes and performances, click here
Several of the exhibitors have created specials offers through Buy Local Market:
House Call Doctor
Take $100 OFF of initial House Call Doctor visit fee for a concierge mobile clinic House Call Doctor visit at your home, office, or hotel 24/7.
Nu Skin/Pharmanex
Want to know how healthy you are?
Get a BioScan Reading of Your Antioxidant Level and See if Your Supplements are Working. Come to the Nu Skin booth at the Santa Monica Health and Fitness Festival this Saturday 7/30/11 on the Promenade from 11-4.
Unique Stuff
You get 1 neck/shoulder heat pack and 2 handwarmer heat packs for 47% off. Completely reusable. Great for any type of muscle soreness, aches, pain relief.
Be one of the first 100 attendees to stop by the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce table and receive a good bag filled with products and coupons from our exhibitors.
Looking for more summer events in Downtown Santa Monica? Check out what else is going on.
Jazz on the Lawn
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Jazz on the Lawn 2011
Every Sunday night in August
5:00pm-7:00pm
On the lawn of Santa Monica City Hall (1685 Main St.)
Free to attend and free parking is available after 4pm at the Civic Auditorium Parking Lot (1855 Main St.)
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Bring a picnic, blanket and beach chair, and enjoy a sampling of jazz each Sunday evening in August from 5-7pm. Get up and move to the music then cool down with a frozen treat from the Lake Street Creamery or A Rockin Ice Hawaiian Shave Ice dessert truck.
Jazz on the Lawn 2011 is a free event, open to the public. The concerts will take place on the lawn in front of Santa Monica City Hall. Free parking will be available after 4pm at the Civic Auditorium Parking Lot, located at 1855 Main St. This event is produced by the City of Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Division.
Performance Schedule:
August 7th 5:00pm-7:00pm
Theo Saunders and Intergeneration
Playing global rhythmic grooves and straight ahead swing, this high-energy jazz sextet performs original compositions and unusual arrangements of covers.
August 14th 5:00-7:00pm
The Tony Guerrero Quintet
Performing music from the Great American Songbook from the 1930s-60s, including music from artists like Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole, Louis Prima and Tony Bennett, the quintet’s high energy sound is reminiscent of the Jet-Set and Atomic Age eras of the 1950s and 60s (think TV’s “Mad Men”) and their performance harkens back to the era of New York Supper Clubs and Las Vegas Show Rooms.
August 21st 5:00-7:00pm
The Electones
Playing straight-jazz, blues, rhythm and soul, this Los Angeles-based guitar-led organ trio creates heady original compositions that give plenty to think about, but it’s what happens from the neck down that really sets them apart.
August 28th 5:00-7:00pm
Lesa Terry and Friends
Lesa Terry and her violin, along with an all-star rhythm section, present an eclectic mix of soulful sounds including blues, swing, bepop, Cuban, Brazillian, Middle Eastern and beyond.
Santa Monica City Hall
1685 Main St
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Looking for more summer events in Santa Monica? Check out what’s going on in Downtown.
Montana Avenue Artwalk
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2nd Annual Montana Ave. Artwalk
Thursday, July 21st
5:00pm-9:00pm
Montana Avenue between 6th and 17th, Santa Monica, CA
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Montana Avenue will be transformed into Santa Monica’s longest art gallery…just for one night! The Montana Avenue Merchants Association is hosting the 2nd Annual Montana Avenue Artwalk, an evening of art, music, dining and fun! Shops and restaurants along the ten-block shopping district (from 7th to 17th streets) will feature the work of more than 50 visual artists and live musicians, and will offer refreshments, dining specials and other surprises.
Art lovers will see original work in all mediums, ranging from photography and fine art, to woven tapestry and jewelry design. Visitors of all ages will also be able to participate in live art events, either watching new works being produced, or making their own unique creations. Stores will be offering refreshments of all kinds – from champagne & chocolate, to tea & cookies – and many will be offering discounts on merchandise.
Please check back for the list of participating stores, the artists/musicians they will be featuring and other goodies that will be on hand for the evening.
Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Looking for more summer events in Santa Monica? Check out what’s going on in Downtown.
4th of July Parade
4th of July Parade down Main St. in Santa Monica
Theme: Fourth of July on the Beach
Parade starts at 9:30am
Presented by the Ocean Park Association
*Free and Open to the Public
For more information call (310) 564-1968.
The parade route:
Have a safe and fun 4th of July from Buy Local Market and look for Buy Local Santa Monica and several Buy Local businesses marching in the parade!
The after party will be held immediately following the parade in Heritage Square. There will be live music, food trucks, and the beach, a block away.
After Party
Heritage Square
2612 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Movies on The Promenade
Downtown Santa Monica presents “Cinema on the Street”
July 6-July 29. List of movies/dates below
Shows start at 7:30pm
Third Street Promenade between Wilshire and Arizona Ave.
*Free and Open to the Public
Downtown Santa Monica is proud to present “Cinema on the Street,” a new series of weekly summertime movies debuting on Third Street Promenade in July! Come and unwind in a unique outdoor setting under the stars. Bring a blanket or beach chairs, a date, family and friends to enjoy your favorite classic movies!
The outdoor movie screen will be located on Third Street Promenade between Wilshire and Arizona Avenue, just outside Chipotle. Attendance is free. Parking is available in city parking structures 1-9 throughout Downtown Santa Monica. Vehicles entering after 6pm pay a $5.00 flat rate.
Wednesday, July 6 – “The Princess Bride”
Hosted by Downtown Santa Monica
Wednesday, July 13 – “The Goonies”
Hosted by Beachy Cream, Dragon Herbs and Stefano’s Pizza
Wednesday, July 20 – “Step Into Liquid”
Hosted by O’Neill
Friday, July 29 – Special Finale Event: Silent Movie showing “The General” w/ special guest pianist, Rick Friend
Hosted by Dragon Herbs
Movies begin each night at approximately 7:30pm. Time subject to change depending on sunset.
3rd St. between Wilshire and Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Looking for date ideas in Santa Monica? We have a new special every Saturday thru August.
