Cheat Sheet 7/30: Santa Monica news, entertainment and events

The heatwave is expected to stick around throughout the weekend. That’s the perfect excuse to stop by this afternoon’s annual Community Picnic at the Annenberg Beach House. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. Admission is free.

FROM MID CITY

Court blocks Waymos from overnight charging on Broadway
Neighbors have been complaining for over a year.

FROM MARINA DEL REY

L.A. Lions rowing club is accepting new members
No experience is required.

FROM VENICE

Soho House to open in Venice Beach
This is the company’s fifth location in the L.A. area.

FROM OCEAN AVENUE

Viceroy Santa Monica now offers mixology classes
Classes are held at the Sugar Palm restaurant and start at $44 p.p.

🗓️ Upcoming Community Meetings & Events

8/3: Northeast Neighbors monthly meeting
8/3: Santa Monica Architectural Review Board meeting
8/4: Wilmont monthly meeting
8/5: Santa Monica Planning Commission meeting

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

• Clueless sequel is coming to Paramount+. Hollywood Reporter
• Boy George admits he used A.I. to write controversial new reggae song, “We Will Dance Again.” NME
• British man sets world record for eating –– you guessed it –– fish sticks. UPI

LOCAL Business Spotlight

ELDER-WELL ADULT DAY PROGRAM: Owner Maryanne Roberto was inspired to open the business after helping her mother with dementia.

🔥 THE HOT LIST: 7 Things Not to Miss This Week

1. Sarah McLachlan @ Greek Theatre
The Better Broken Tour pulls into town for two nights under the stars. Tuesday & Wednesday.

2. Spiderman: Brand New Day @ AMC Theaters
Spiderman deals with a dangerous physical mutation of his powers and a powerful new threat. Opens Friday.

3. Drunk Theatre @ Santa Monica Playhouse
A comedian takes five shots of whiskey and tries to do an improv show with sober comics. Fridays at 9 pm.

4. Ted Lasso (season 4) @ Apple TV
Ted takes on his “biggest challenge yet,” coaching a second division women’s team. Premieres August 5.

5. Eat, Pray, Love @ Cinema by the Sea
Cinema by the Sea features classic movies every Saturday night. Admission is $40 –– includes unlimited popcorn and soft drinks.

6. Music Bingo @ O’Brien’s Pub
Songs replace numbers in this high energy twist on classic bar bingo. Thursdays at 7 pm.

7. Bunny Hoppy Hour @ The Cook’s Garden
Sip wine, snack on pizza, and spend time with rescued bunnies, chickens, and more. Wednesdays 4 pm to 6 pm.

BONUS: The Shards Flashback @ Sherman Oaks Galleria
To celebrate the release of the new FX drama, the Sherman Oaks Galleria will be transported back to 1981 –– complete with Radio Shack, record stores and a video arcade. Saturday & Sunday, 11:00 am – 5 pm. Free admission.

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS

The Who’s Tommy
The original rock opera opens at the Pantages Theatre with performances through November 15. Presale code: 600886 Tickets

Jay Z
The Grammy winner has added a second show at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, October 24. Tickets

⚠️ HEADS UP!

Main Street will be closed to traffic on Sunday, August 2 for the 50th Annual Festival of Chariots Parade. The event celebrates ancient Indian tradition. Come down and check it out. The floats roll at 10 a.m. in front of the Civic Center.

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