FEATURED NEWS:
Heal the Bay to Host June 20 Beach Cleanup
Heal the Bay invites residents to clean up the local beach on June 20 at 10 a.m.
Canyon Elementary Will Host a Construction Update Meeting on June 16
Canyon Elementary School will update the community on construction plans for its classroom replacement project at a June 16 meeting.
Toxic Hexavalent Chromium Stayed in Air for Months Post-Fire
The toxic metal hexavalent chromium lingered in the air miles from the fire for months, according to a new study.
Oom PaPa Band Needs More Players
The Oom PaPa band is searching for more musicians to join its hearty crew for the Fourth of July Parade this year.
Resilient Palisades to Hold Mycowattle Workshop on June 7
Resilient Palisades will hold a workshop on June 7 to teach how straw-filled mycowattles and fungi can slow erosion and help with post-fire soil recovery.
Teen Orchestrates Exhibit of Miniature Buildings, Based on Beloved Places Burned in the Palisades Fire
Palisadian Luca Dal Bello, 17, devised the exhibit Rebuilding Memory: Dioramas of the Palisades that features miniature homes and landmarks recreated from structures lost to the Palisades Fire.
“Mini Lake” Forms at Will Rogers Beach
Dirty water from the Santa Monica Canyon Channel flowed onto Will Rogers State Beach on Monday and formed an expanse of stagnant, dirty water.
Canyon Square Owner Frank Langen Honored for Community Building Through Art, Music, and Business
Canyon Square owner Frank Langen was recognized for his contributions to the Rustic and Santa Monica Canyon community due to his creation of the popular square and its varied business and artistic offerings.
Upcoming Events: Topanga Lagoon Restoration, Gerry Blanck Martial Arts, Pali Rec Center Rebuild Meeting
Meetings about the Topanga lagoon and Palisades Recreation Center plus the grand re-opening of Gerry Blanck Martial Arts will be occurring in the coming week.
Monday Night Picnics Return to Rustic Canyon Park on June 1
Weekly potlucks will return to Rustic Canyon Park on June 1.
Canyon Resident Creates Coastal Alliance to Safeguard State Coastline
Canyon resident Ashley Oelsen formed the Coastal Alliance to organize residents and organizations to better protect California’s coastline.
PPCC Will Meet May 28 at 6 p.m.
The Pacific Palisades Community Council will hold its regular virtual meeting on May 28 at 6 p.m.
Young Musicians Bring Their Sound to the Canyon May 30
Canyon resident Sam Walker will perform with his band Sundial and his friend, singer/songwriter Teddy Mailer, in Canyon Square on May 30.
New Rustic Canyon Park Director Keith Rice Thrives on Recreation
Facility Director Keith Rice has taken the reins of Rustic Canyon Recreation Center this spring with the goal of meeting the community’s needs.
May 19 Online Meetings: Potential Disaster Recovery District & Long-Term Recovery Plan
The Pacific Palisades Community Council and Councilmember Traci Park’s office have joined together for a May 19 virtual meeting focused on the features of a potential Palisades Disaster Recovery District, while Mayor Karen Bass and AECOM will be holding a webinar the same day about a draft Long Term Recovery Plan for the town.
Deadline Extended For Public Comments on Potential NPS Management of L.A. Coastline
The National Park Service has extended the public comment period concerning whether to add the L.A. Coastline to its park system, and the new deadline for feedback is May 23.
Fourth of July Parade and 5k/10k Run Will Return to Palisades This Summer
Pacific Palisades will celebrate its 79th annual parade in town this summer, and the Palisades Will Rogers Race will return to local streets.
Great Blue Heron Oversees Lower Canyon
A resident spotted a great blue heron this weekend in the lower Canyon.
Seniors Mother’s Day Luncheon On May 15
A Mother’s Day luncheon for seniors will be held at the American Legion on Friday.
PPCC Will Meet May 14 & Consider Board/Officer Nominations
The Pacific Palisades Community Council will consider officer and board nominations at its May 14 virtual meeting.
Heal the Bay invites residents to clean up the local beach on June 20 at 10 a.m.