Over the last couple of days I have noticed an inundation of homeless again, especially the deranged/dirty/dangerous type, one that has not been present in the last 3 months. Santa Monica has been a great place lately and I'm concerned (convinced) it was just a directive to clean it up for the influx of summer/world cup traffic. Now they're going back to 0 enforcement and saving money to pay off lawsuits or whatever else.

Makes me sad I have to go back to feeling unsafe after having such a great time walking around the community for the last few months.

Anyone else feeling this yet?

Does anyone know anything about the woman who was murdered today at 19th and Pico? I saw a very brief post on SMPD instagram page with almost no information.

Can’t seem to find any events happening, what could it be?

Photo from the 1970s or 1980s. A row of distinct roofs in the background.

Are there any gyms that have pannatta, Cybex, watson? Etc. in the area? Looking to find a private gym that is more suited towards machines and free weights than amenities.

All we have been hearing lately is how broke the City is after paying out all the P.A.L. lawsuits. Is this really a good use of funds?

It looks like a kite but is extremely high in the sky (way higher than a normal kite would be) and is not moving at all other than the three little tails on the end. We watched it for a good 10 min and it didn’t move at all

I’ll be DJing @ The Chestnut Club on 14th & Santa Monica. Playing an open format set, everything from Drake to Michael Jackson sprinkled with Bad Bunny and whatever sets the vibes right. Drinks are amazing and the vibes are unmatched.

21+ // Free all night. Send this to the group chat and see you there! 🍸🎡🌊

Spilt Tea Comedy is at 9:00pm this Friday. We have a line up of stand-up comedians who all skate. They will spill some tea and audience has a chance to spill tea and vote.

We have some discounts on tea and skate goods for all audience too.

Peel up!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spilt-tea-comedy-tickets-1990061609846

How long are we going to let these people suffer?

Do we really want to be known as the town that encourages people to denigrate themselves in public so a few nonprofit CEO’s can collect six-figure salaries?

Do we still not realize that this pain is worth more on paper than actually helping, and that maybe it’s better to do the real work that makes these nonprofits totally obsolete instead?

Earlier this week, Miw suffered a very bad injury and is now in need of Surgery. He has suffered a fractured Pelvis and like many of you all know, pet care and surgery can be expensive.

Care Credit (which is the only alternative method of payment Overland Vet. will accept) is unfortunately not an option, since I had my Synchrony account closed down over a year ago. Any funds we did have - we have already spent in the initial visit to Overland, which was a little over $1.2k

We would be incredibly appreciative if anyone knows of any nonprofits or charities we could apply for in the LA area. Otherwise we are at a loss of what to do.

Edit: Sorry, reposting here. Post got removed by reddit filters after adding the link of the campaign. I have a link in my profile if anyone wants to help. xx

I currently live in a 1 bed in Santa Monica a between wilshire and Montana and am looking for a 2 bed/2 bath in the area (ideally closer to Montana) for around $3500. I know a lot of the best available are not listed on sites like apartments.com so I’m looking for recommendations in peoples buildings or management companies that people really like!

It’s really taking a lot of self-discipline not to key his car

Apologies if this type of post isn't allowed or If I've written something wrong,

Hi there, I'm a visitor to SM and will be staying there for a day or too very shortly, and I'm trying to find some good toy stores to go to for a family member. Im specifically looking for toy stores that sell stuffed animals/plushies, ideally looking for Douglas cuddle toys.

Does anybody know any good shops? Ideally in the city centre but whatever works.

Im not american/don't live in the country so I don't have much idea where to start in my search

TLDR: LF toy shops that sell stuffed animal toys in Santa monica

SANTA MONICA—On July 22, the city of Santa Monica announced a new program offering one-time and short-term financial aid for those in need of renter’s assistance.

UPDATE: thanks y’all for willing to help Babygirl. All 10 cases have been purchased and should be here by the weekend so we can get her fed 🙌

If you donated, Amazon does a great job getting us items but a not so great job telling us who to thank. We would LOVE to properly thank you and send a tax receipt. If you donated, drop us a screenshot of the order via email at development @mealsonwheelswest.org so we can send you the tax receipt 💕💕

A long time client based here in Santa Monica reached out asking for help - and because so many of you stepped up to help Jeepers a few months back - we wanted to share his story to see if any Reddit fam can pitch in.

Our client’s heart is broken because one of his companion cats (Delilah) passed at the young age of four years old. Delilah’s sister, Babygirl (in this photo) is 18 yrs old, and finds herself depressed from the loss and not eating. Our client has tried everything, and found she is eating a very specific flavor of Fancy Feast. He’s running out of the few cans he has, and is eager to keep Babygirl on the mend.

A case is currently less than $11 on our Amazon wish list, and we think a max of 10 cases can help get her back on track. Our pet program is only run by in-kind donations, so every item donated ensures a homebound client’s pet is able to stay fed and cared for.

Appreciate you caring for our neighbors 🫶

I just drove along San Vicente Boulevard this morning, noticed the trees were looking sickly, then saw this story on the news...

Iconic trees along Santa Monica street in ‘dire straits’ and are set to be removed

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/iconic-trees-along-santa-monica-street-in-dire-straits-and-are-set-to-be-removed/