Belmar Park Makes its Mark
Historic Belmar Park’s virtual grand opening celebration took place on Feb. 28, via Zoom. The field itself opened on March 1 with its first Lacrosse game. The art installation and guiding plaques surround the field and are open for all to see.
Marvel’s “WandaVision” on Disney+ is a Crashing Hit
New Marvel series, "WandaVision," is such a hit that it crashes Disney+'s streaming service.
A Glimpse of Fair Fun: Foodie Fest Drive-Thru at the Rosebowl
As the pandemic has continued on through 2021, choices for safe and fun entertainment are more limited than ever. COVID-19 and social distancing policies have made public fun and entertainment scarce. Fortunately, people and businesses have learned to adapt by taking classic events and forming them in new innovative ways.
Designing the Future with IxD
The ability for students to experience the growing technology and resources involved in the interactive design industry is at their fingertips. Santa Monica College (SMC), students have the opportunity to fully apply themselves to their passions by engaging in the Interactive Design Program housed in the newly remodeled Center of Media and Design. The deadline to apply is March 1 for the Fall 2021 semester.
Celebrating Pokémon's 25th Anniversary with Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto
Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto marks the 25th anniversary of The Pokémon Company. Millions of fans around the world joined together to catch the original 151 Pokémon from the first generation.
Woman-Owned Indoor Cycling Studio Perseveres Through Pandemic
With the constantly evolving COVID-19 related regulations, small businesses have been hit monumentally hard, unable to operate as usual. Many Los Angeles fitness centers, including indoor cycling studios, have been effectively shut down for over eight months.
Black Women Beat the Odds
COVID-19 has greatly impacted small businesses across the U.S. -- Black-owned businesses in particular. Garden of Her is a women’s wellness collective founded amid the pandemic by two young Black women who were able to beat the odds.
Pandia Health Revolutionizes Birth Control
Pandia Health is a birth control company that delivers right to your doorstep.
Cases on the Rise as Holidays Approach
The holidays are always an exciting and memorable time for people around the world, it is the time where many people travel and gather with their loved ones to celebrate their family traditions. However, this year the holiday season has dramatically changed for people around the world due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Leisure Travel in a Locked-Down World
As the world endures the coronavirus pandemic, vacation-going, and leisure travel have not stopped. SMC students share their experiences traveling amid COVID-19, showing that it’s possible to travel safely and have fun.
Online Classes and Academic Stress at SMC
Nearing the end of the Fall semester many students are beginning to feel the toll online classes are taking on their academic careers.
Black Friday is Here to Stay
The Black Friday experience doesn’t seem to be going away, even in the midst of a pandemic.
Art Waits For No One!
LACMA, The Getty, and The Broad revamp their online programming bringing films, talks, music, and family programming to Angelenos at home.
A Glance at the New First Lady and Second Gentleman
Dr. Jill Biden, wife of President-elect Joe Biden, and Douglas Emhoff, husband of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, are making history this election in different ways.
Trump Cries Fraud: A Refusal to Concede
Trump’s made claims that the “Lamestream Media” is not the one to call the election. Even though President-elect Biden gave his victory speech on Sat., Nov. 7, Trump seemingly has no plans to publicly concede. In the hours before major media networks declared Biden the president-elect, Trump took to Twitter to announce his own victory. “I WON THIS ELECTION, BY A LOT!” said Trump in a tweet that has been flagged by Twitter.
History and Traditions of Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos
Halloween became popular in the United States around the second half of the nineteenth century when Irish immigrants migrated to the U.S. due to the famine. Today, Halloween has evolved into a day of trick-or-treating, costumes, and festivals to make the holiday more family-friendly and community-focused.
Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. It has grown to be celebrated throughout many Latin American countries, the Caribbean, and the United States.
Mentalism and Magic Hit The Broad Stage
Live interactive experience with renowned mentalist, illusionist Scott Silven provided by The Broad Stage.
Staying Entertained in Quarantine
From learning to braid hair to tapping into one of life’s mysteries, people have discovered new ways to help themselves stay entertained while staying safe inside.
The Impact of Breast Cancer
One in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer usually affects women over 50, but can happen at any age. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a global annual campaign to increase awareness, support, and early detection of breast cancer.