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Westside Ballet students and residents of Venice/Mar Vista prepare for their Spring Performances. Of 91 company dancers, 15 live or go to school in Venice/Mar Vista: Alix Weissbecker Kushner, Kaylee Barrow, Mathilde Guay, Bridget Cooney, Ella Abramson, Heath Olvera, Alexandra Moccia, Kali Solomon, Kyler Sziraki, Archer Anderson, Angelina Di Bari, Antonia Cytrynowicz, Charlotte Sachs, Isabelle Choy, Olivia Moccia, Ezra Galambos, and Gabriella Calderon. Photo by Sarah Madison Photography

Westside Wellness

Venice Dancers Perform in Westside Ballet’s 50th Anniversary Spring Performances and Star Studded Gala

May 17, 2024 YoVenice

By Sophie Topper Seventeen talented local dancers will perform in Westside Ballet of Santa Monica’s Spring Showcase and Gala. This...

Dining, News

9th Annual MAINopoly Event Returns to Santa Monica This Weekend

May 16, 2024 Yo Venice Staff

Participating Establishments Include Ashland Hill, Holey Grail Donuts, Juneshine, Jameson’s Pub and Others The 9th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of...

Photo: SMPD

Hard, News

Homeless Man Drags Woman by the Ponytail, Charged With Multiple Felonies

May 16, 2024 Zach Armstrong

The Victim Believes the Man Intended to Sexually Assault Her By Zach Armstrong A homeless man who dragged a woman several...

Photo: Robin Murez

News, upbeat

Venice Teachers Honored at 14th Annual WAVE Awards

May 16, 2024 Yo Venice Staff

The Theme Highlighted the Dedication of Educators to Fostering Unity Amid Challenging Political Times The Venice Chamber of Commerce honored...

Photo: Marina del Rey Hotel

Dining, News

New Grab-and-Go Café Opens in Marina del Rey Hotel

May 16, 2024 Yo Venice Staff

Standout Menu Items Include the Avocado Tartine MOJO Café has opened in the lobby of the Marina del Rey Hotel,...

Photo: City of Santa Monica

News, upbeat

“We Are Essential” Festival to Promote Water Conservation and Recycling

May 15, 2024 Yo Venice Staff

Activities Include Compost Workshops, Blind Water Tastings, Coloring Stations and Recycling-Themed Lawn Games “We Are Essential,” a community festival focusing...

Photo: Jeremy Bittermann / JBSA

News, Real Estate

Three-Story Complex Opens in Santa Monica, Offers Tenants “Creative” Office Space

May 15, 2024 Yo Venice Staff

The Building Is Divided Into Two Wings, Connected by a Glass-Enclosed Walk-Through Bridge Structure C.W. Driver Companies, has officially completed...

Photo: Friends of Ballona Wetlands

News, upbeat

Migration Celebration Coming to Ballona Discovery Park

May 15, 2024 Yo Venice Staff

A Native Plant Bundle Pickup and Live Shows Included Prepare for a day of festivities at the Migration Celebration, taking...

Photo: Nick Antonicello

Hard, News

Venice Shorts: Hampton Encampment Back on Sidewalk

May 15, 2024 Nick Antonicello

New Encampment on the Saint Joseph’s side of the street worries residents By Nick Antonicello A new sidewalk encampment has...

Photo: Facebook: SMPD

Hard, News

SMPD Make Six Arrests Over Drug Offenses

May 15, 2024 Zach Armstrong

The Department Conducted an Operation Focused on Narcotics-Related Crimes By Zach Armstrong During an operation focused on narcotics-related crimes over the...