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Keeping the farm in Venice: how a long-fought hotel project sparked a new sanctuary at Westminster Elementary

Apr 19, 2026

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Keeping the farm in Venice: how a long-fought hotel project sparked a new sanctuary at Westminster Elementary

Chickens, bunnies, and science class walk into a school...

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community

A Venice-made film with a bigger purpose

Apr 18, 2026

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A Venice-made film with a bigger purpose

Featuring local kids and giving 100% of proceeds back to the community.

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prenatal

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UCLA vs. Providence Saint John’s: The ultimate “where should I have this baby?” showdown

Apr 17, 2026

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UCLA vs. Providence Saint John’s: The ultimate “where should I have this baby?” showdown

this isn’t a “which is better” situation. It’s more like: which flavor of excellent do you want?

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high school

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The middle school e-bike boom rolling through Venice

Apr 16, 2026

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The middle school e-bike boom rolling through Venice

From Santa Monica to the Marina, packs of kids on e-bikes are now the norm...along with new questions about safety, independence, and status.

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weekly

Venice Rising Weekly: April 14–20

Apr 14, 2026

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Venice Rising Weekly: April 14–20

LAUSD 3am: “jk we’re open”

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LAUSD

LAUSD teacher strike: what parents should know

Apr 10, 2026

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LAUSD teacher strike: what parents should know

what’s actually happening, and what you can do, which is, not much ̄\_(ツ)_/ ̄

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Preschool

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Venice Beach Preschools

Jun 4, 2025

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Venice Beach Preschools

Because finding the right preschool feels like dating, but with more finger painting.

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help

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What Is the LAUSD Magnet Program?

May 31, 2025

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What Is the LAUSD Magnet Program?

Points, PHBAO + more

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help

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Universal TK & The Great Preschool-to-Kindergarten Mystery

Apr 7, 2025

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Universal TK & The Great Preschool-to-Kindergarten Mystery

Because if you’ve read the LAUSD brochure twice and still can’t figure it out, you’re not alone.

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schools

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Public School Elementary Picks: Venice Beach, Mar Vista & Marina del Rey

Jun 26, 2025

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Public School Elementary Picks: Venice Beach, Mar Vista & Marina del Rey

So many great options, you’ll wish you had more kids just to try them all.

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