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National Poetry Month Take & Make

In 2 days · Apr 1 – Apr 30 · Main Library Library — Available at All Library Locations · Ages 3–11

You're a poet, take a kit to show it! Each kit explores the styles of acrostic, sensory, and haiku poetry in an accessible, interactive, and fun way! Available April 1 at all locations while supplies last. Ages 3-11. Supported by the Friends of the Santa Monica Public Library.

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NEW! Toddler Tuesdays: A Travelin' Storytime - Session 2

Tomorrow · Tue, Mar 31, 6:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Montana Branch Library — Community Room · Ages Up to 5

This fun and engaging weekly series of stories, songs, and rhymes travels to different library locations. Limited space; first come, first served. For ages walking - 3 years.

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Theatre Camp for Kids – Spring Break

Mon, Mar 30, 4:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Santa Monica Playhouse

A spectacular all-day theatre camp where young people make friends, expand their imagination and have fun as they act, sing, dance, play theatre games, and work with costumes and make-up, lighting and sound, sets and props, to help create an awesome fully staged original production written just for.

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Speed Dating Santa Monica | Ages 24-35 @ SoCal Vibes Surf Club

Fri, May 8, 2:00 AM–4:30 AM UTC · SoCal Vibes Surf Club · Ages 24–35

Santa Monica Speed Dating for Busy Singles Ages 24-35 More Dates, Less Wait. (Hetero) Date: Thursday, May 7th, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM Venue: SoCal Vibes Co. Surf Club (119 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401)

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Mommy & Me: Toddler Paint Me A Story!

Happening now · Mar 16 – Jun 14 · Color Me Mine Santa Monica

✨StoryTime + Painting = Pure Magic✨ Mommy & Me: Toddler Paint Me A Story! 📖🎨 Tuesday mornings from 10am-11am Starting August 5th.☀️*book online or over the phone* Bring your little one for mornings to remember! Ages 16 months-4 years old come paint with us at Color Me Mine Santa Monica for a morning

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Passover Baking Class at The Gourmandise School

Happening now · Sun, Mar 29, 9:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · The Gourmandise School at Santa Monica Place · Ages 13–15

Join us for a day of delicious Passover baked goods & desserts in preparation for the upcoming holiday. These classic recipes will fill the table and impress your guests! PIZZARELLE AL MIELE (Matzah Honey Fritters) PASSOVER POPOVER ROLLS PASSOVER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES MONTINI (Almond Cookies)...

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Pokémon Club

In 2 weeks · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Pico Branch Library — The Annex · Ages 5–11

Get together with other Pokémon trainers and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Beginners are welcome and can play other Pokémon-themed games. Please leave personal Pokémon cards at home. For ages 5 - 11.

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Adults Pottery Painting Party

Happening now · Mar 16 – Jun 14 · Color Me Mine Santa Monica

Our Pottery Painting party is ideal for teens and adults ! Whether you're a seasoned artist or diving into your creative side for the first time, our studio is the perfect canvas for you and your guests to create special moments and craft beautiful keepsakes. Immerse yourself in a vibrant palette of

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Spring Break Beach Volleyball Camps

Mon, Mar 30, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Annenberg Community Beach House · Ages 8+

Spring Break Beach Volleyball Camps take place in Santa Monica at the Annenberg Community Beach House, offering athletes a fun and active way to spend their break on the sand. Led by experienced coaches from Sinjin Smith’s Beach Volleyball Camps, sessions focus on skill development, game play, and..

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Speed Dating Santa Monica | Ages 30-45 @ Wearies Bar

In 4 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 1:00 AM–3:30 AM UTC · Weary Livers · Ages 30–45

Our unique speed dating format ensures that you meet more potential dates, all within a two-hour window. We combine the best of social mixer/break time with 1:1 dating to allow you to meet more people than you would with any of our competitors.

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Virginia Avenue Park/Pico Boulevard Farmers Market

Sat, May 2, 3:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Virginia Avenue Park

The family market in the heart of the Pico neighborhood’s Virginia Avenue Park! Enjoy one of Santa Monica’s farmers markets, widely considered to be among the best on the west coast and featuring field-fresh produce, hundreds of kinds of vegetables, brilliant cut flowers, breads, cheeses, delicious.

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NEW! Toddler Tuesdays: A Travelin' Storytime - Session 1

Tomorrow · Tue, Mar 31, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Montana Branch Library — Community Room · Ages Up to 5

This fun and engaging weekly series of stories, songs, and rhymes travels to different library locations. Limited space; first come, first served. For ages walking - 3 years.

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Food & Family: African American and Intercultural Traditions in Santa Monica

Happening now · Sun, Mar 29, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Santa Monica, CA

The Santa Monica History Museum’s new exhibition explores the evolution of African American and intercultural food traditions in Southern California, tracing the impact of the Great Migration and global immigration on Santa Monica’s culinary landscape.

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Summer Beach Volleyball Camps

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Annenberg Community Beach House · Ages 8+

Summer Beach Volleyball Camps in Santa Monica provide athletes with the opportunity to train, compete, and improve their skills in a high-energy beach environment. Led by experienced coaches from Sinjin Smith’s Beach Volleyball Camps, sessions focus on fundamentals, advanced skill development, and..

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Crudo e Nudo’s 5th Anniversary Featuring Guest Chefs & Winemakers

In 2 weeks · Apr 13 – Apr 20 · Crudo e Nudo

From April 13–19, Crudo e Nudo’s 5th Anniversary Guest Chef & Winemaker Series brings together Chef/Owner Brian Bornemann’s friends for sustainable seafood-driven à la carte specials and inspired natural wine pairings. No prix-fixe — just great fish, wine, and community all-day-long. Kicking things.

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Santa Monica Airport Antique Market

In 4 weeks · Sun, Apr 26, 3:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Santa Monica Airport

Noted as One of the Top Ten “Flea Markets’ in America, visit the Santa Monica Airport Antique Market, a fun outdoor (and dog-friendly!) market full of many great dealers with furniture, antiques, collectibles, art, vintage clothes, jewelry, rugs and much more. A destination for decorators,...

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6th Annual Rick Crocker 5K Challenge

Thu, May 21, 11:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Santa Monica Pier

Join us once again for this fantastic community event in support of the Santa Monica Police Activities League (PAL). Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or simply want to enjoy a fun run/walk with friends and family, this is a great opportunity to get active and support a worthy cause. Event..

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Locals’ Night on the Santa Monica Pier

Thu, May 21, 11:00 PM–4:30 AM UTC · Santa Monica Pier

This one is for you, Santa Monica! Join us every THIRD THURSDAY of the month from September to May as the Pier will be rolling out the red carpet for Santa Monicans for a curated series for locals, by locals. Gather your friends and family and head down to the Pier for amazing entertainment...

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NEW! Library Playdate

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 6, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Main Library — Youth Activity Room · Ages Up to 3

A monthly event for children and their parents/caregivers to interact through play, connect with others, and access resources. For ages 0 - 3.

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NEW! Library Playdate

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 6, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Main Library Library — Youth Activity Room · Ages Up to 3

A monthly event for children and their parents/caregivers to interact through play, connect with others, and access resources. For ages 0 - 3.

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