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Also on today's calendar: Shark Tank and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? π€ (Answer below!)
1. Hazardous Surf, Possible Flooding Loom Over Labor Day Weekend as SMPD Urges Caution (smdp.com) β If you're heading to Santa Monica's beaches or Pier this Labor Day weekend, expect hazardous surf, strong rip currents, and a water-quality warning within 100 yards of the Pier due to high bacteria levels. Officials also anticipate possible coastal flooding and increased rain, while Santa Monica Police plan a visible presence and urge residents to secure belongings, plan sober rides, and follow posted beach and Pier safety rules.
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2. Where to eat in West LA: Spam cookies, French pop-ups, pizza cinnamon rolls, and anniversary deals hit local spots (smmirror.com) β Santa Monica food lovers get a new option with Des Croissants Paris quietly opening in Sunset Park on Ocean Park Boulevard, offering limited morning hours so far. The roundup also highlights special Labor Day weekend treats, collaborations, and discounts at popular spots in Culver City, Melrose, Van Nuys, and Studio City, giving Westside residents several timely food adventures to try.
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3. The Killers and Olivia Dean Headline Inaugural Ocean Way Festival (gratefulweb.com) β Santa Monica residents can look forward to the new Ocean Way Festival, a two-day music event on the beach Sept. 26β27 headlined by The Killers and Olivia Dean. Created with the City of Santa Monica, it will stretch between the Pier and Bay Street, emphasize transit and sustainability, and include local presales, community programs, and beachfront hospitality options.
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4. Santa Monica Names Walfred Solorzano City Clerk (smdp.com) β Santa Monica has selected veteran public servant Walfred Solorzano as its new city clerk, a role that oversees local elections, public records, and City Council agendas. He brings more than two decades of California city experience and will start Sept. 21, succeeding interim clerk Denise Anderson-Warren and taking charge of vital transparency and democracy functions at City Hall.
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5. ο»ΏWarm ocean waters bring unusual fishing boom off Southern California coast (abc7.com) β Anglers fishing off Santa Monica and Marina del Rey are reporting unusually large yellowtail, bonito, and even dorado as warm El NiΓ±oβdriven waters push typically southern species into local seas. Scientists warn that while the boom is exciting for fishermen, similar marine heatwaves have previously damaged kelp forests and ecosystems, so residents should see this as both a rare opportunity and a potential environmental warning sign.
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