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Articles from the September 1, 2014 edition


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  • SM Camps Out for Dunkin' Donuts

    Sep 1, 2014

    Johnny Hooper happily waited more than 31 hours to get an iced French vanilla coffee and some Munchkins. Hooper's marathon coffee break took place in Santa Monica, Calif., where Dunkin' Brands Group Inc. on September 2 opened the second of hundreds of restaurants it plans for California. Another Dunkin' opened in Modesto, Calif., the previous week. "I'm originally from Connecticut, so I'm a big Dunkin' Donuts fan," said Hooper, who was first in a long line of people foregoing sleep in Santa...

  • Water Cuts Coming to SM

    Sep 1, 2014

    Santa Monica has begun implementing an array of programs to prompt residents and businesses to conserve water voluntarily, as mandatory cuts will happen later this year. The details of the Stage 2 water emergency will be discussed at an Oct. 28 City Council meeting, according to theSanta Monica Daily Press. Tom Fleming, an account executive with Sustainable Works Business Greening program, told the newspaper that drought-awareness campaigns have been influential in spurring businesses to save water. “With the drought in the headlines, we do f...

  • Santa Monica Sues Landlord for Intimidating Tenants

    Sep 1, 2014

    A local landlord is using abusive tactics to intimidate longtime tenants in order to force them out of their rent-controlled apartments, according to a lawsuit filed by the city of Santa Monica last week. Barbara Bills, who owns a rental property at 2637 Centinela, reportedly entered three of her tenants' apartments – all of whom have lived there more than 20 years – under the guise of inspecting smoke detectors or leaky facets, but instead used the opportunity to document their living con...

  • Local News Briefs

    Sep 1, 2014

    Uber Will Deliver Lunch in SM Have a hankering for Tender Greens but don’t want to brave the long lunch line? Through Sept. 5, residents and workers in Santa Monica can try Uber’s new Uber Fresh concept, which delivers local restaurant lunches to their curb. The company said it’s only offering curbside delivery – not going inside offices or residences. Uber is testing the service but said the trial period could be extended. On its website, the company said it’s looking to expand delivery options throughout Los Angeles. Between 11:30 a.m. and...

  • Fall Jazz Series

    Sep 1, 2014

    The Santa Monica College Music Department is pleased to present this year’s Fall Jazz Series, featuring Kenny Sara & The Sounds of New Orleans, Richie Gajate-Garcia, and The Eric Person Group. The series begins with Kenny Sara & The Sounds of New Orleans on Friday, Sept. 26. All concerts are held at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. in The Edye at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center, located on Santa Monica Boulevard at 11th Street. Tickets cost $10. The Fall 2014 lineup is: • Friday, Sept. 26: Kenny Sara & The Sounds of New Orleans. The four-piece...

  • SMC STAGES "VEILS" SEPT. 9-13

    Sep 1, 2014

    The Santa Monica College Theatre Arts Department is pleased to present FREE performances of “Disgraceful Veils of Afghanistan’s Taliban” Sept. 9-13 at the Theatre Arts Studio Stage on the SMC main campus, 1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. Written by SMC Theatre Arts professor Adrianne Harrop, the 25-minute performance uses dance, drama, and theater to present the plight of women and education in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. SMC alum Sheraye Esfandyari, now an SMC Theatre Arts adjunct professor, will be joined in the performance by actor and filmm...

  • Kentwood To Present "Orphans"

    Sep 1, 2014

    Kentwood Players will present “ORPHANS” by Lyle Kessler from Friday, September 12 to Saturday, October 18, 2014 for a six-week run on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm with Sunday matinees at 2 pm at the Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Avenue, Westchester. The production is directed by Kathy Dershimer and produced by Susan Goldman Weisbarth by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. “ORPHANS” centers on two abandoned grown-up boys who live in a dilapidated North Philly row house. Treat, the older, and a violent, predatory thief, has ass...

  • YMCA Youth Basketball League Needs Coaches and Game Officials

    Sep 1, 2014

    The Santa Monica YMCA Fall 2014 youth basketball league needs volunteer coaches and paid game officials. Applicants must be at least in high school for each position, and must meet with league director Peter Arbogast after calling 310-393-2721 x 137. You must have knowledge of the game and a love of working with kids in a positive way. Registration is underway and continues through September 16 for the league, which plays in four skill based co-ed divisions from age 4-14. Forms are available...

  • Democratic Club Endorsements Announced

    Sep 1, 2014

    The Santa Monica Democratic Club has endorsed Incumbent Kevin McKeown and Planning Commissioner Sue Himmelrich for Santa Monica City. The group’s endorsements will benefit candidates through its direct mail effort, telephone phone banking and door-knocking. They will also be able to use the club name in campaign literature. Eight of the 14 Council candidates were eligible for endorsement. The club also voted to endorse the following candidates: School Board: Laurie Lieberman, Ralph Mechur, Oscar de la Torre , and Richard Tahvildaran-Jesswein C...

  • MOVIE REVIEW: GOD HELP THE GIRL

    debbie lynn elias|Sep 1, 2014

    With a beguiling adorable awkwardness, first time screenwriter/director Stuart Murdoch puts a song in your heart and a spring in your step with the oh-so-lovely, GOD HELP THE GIRL. Lead singer-songwriter of the Scottish pop/rock group Belle and Sebastian, Murdoch makes the jump to film with a musical that is truly a musical, with songs and their lyrics built into the story and dialogue, harkening to Hollywood's Golden Age or even the Peter Webb directed Paul McCartney vehicle, "Give My Regards t...

  • EVENTS CALENDAR

    Building Bridges Art Exchange Presents “Feminine Mystique” and “Treasures of the 21st Century” Setember 6, 6pm - 10pm Building Bridges Art Exchange Presents “Feminine Mystique” and “Treasures of the 21st Century” Opening Reception September 6th at 6pm with exhibit open September 6, 2014 – October 7, 2014. “Feminine Mystique” is a groundbreaking, multi-disciplinary showcase of the magic, beauty and power of Women, and the ethereal, shifting ideal that can never be fully grasped. “Feminine Mystique.” The words by themselves conjure up ima...

  • Visit Vegas - and Win!

    Alyssa Ganezer, with Sabine Ganezer and David Ganezer|Sep 1, 2014

    Four hundred dollars. That's how much money a visitor from Canada and her mother had lost in a few days in Las Vegas. But as they lounged poolside at the Monte Carlo Resort and Casino, they were both smiling, clearly pleased by the trade they had made: the thrill of possible riches against the loss of four hundred bucks. But a visit to Vegas doesn't have to mean a loss. It can mean the gain of some incredible and unique experiences. Play your cards right and you can go home with more than you br...