<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3fRkKv_0wAGRpoJ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3fRkKv_0wAGRpoJ00" width="1763" height="1176" ><figcaption>Pianist Chad Lawson makes his BroadStage debut on Nov. 2. (Santa Monica Travel &amp; Tourism)</figcaption></figure>“Creating Order:” A Group Exhibit by Artists with Multiple Sclerosis”TO DEC. 7“Chair Yoga,” “Releasing Tension without Stretching,” “Drawing MS” and more (complete list at opening reception)dnj Gallery, 3015 Ocean Park Boulevard., Santa Monica, 5 p.m., dnjgallery.net“Monsters: Exhibit of Horrors”OCT. 23The Santa Monica Art Museum showcases a new exhibit, “Monsters: Exhibition of Horrors.” This immersive experience takes visitors through the dark history and cultural impact of monsters, from ancient myths to modern films.Santa Monica Art Museum, 1219 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, tickets range from $20 to $50, 4 p.m., santamonicaaremuseum.com“Wags and Witches”OCT. 24Join the “Wags and Witches” event at the Miramar Gardens, Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows for a stylish Halloween evening. Guests can enjoy a special Happy Hour menu while their furry friends compete in a doggy Halloween costume contest, with prizes for the top three costumes.Fairmont Miramar - Hotel and Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, free, 5 p.m., fairmont-miramar.comHalloween Bar Crawl: Walking Dead EditionOCT. 25 TO OCT. 31Experience a zombie-themed bar crawl in Santa Monica. Enjoy exclusive drink specials and eerie entertainment at six-plus bars each night.The Whaler Santa Monica, 101 Broadway, Santa Monica, $17.85 for the wristband, 8 p.m., eventbrite.comHalloween and Dia De Los Muertos Ferris Wheel LightingOCT. 25 TO NOV. 2The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit orange and red with Halloween emojis, sugar skulls, and jack-o-lanterns, celebrating Halloween and Día de Los Muertos.Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, free, 5:30 p.m., santamonica.comSounds of Santa MonicaOCT. 26Santa Monica Place presents Sounds of Santa Monica, a new year-long live music series in Center Plaza every Wednesday through Sunday. The series showcases a diverse range of musical talents, including interactive kid-friendly entertainment, energetic DJ sets, emerging local artists, and student performances. Shoppers may also catch performances by artists who have graced the stages of “The Voice” and “American Idol.”Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, free admission, noon, santamonicaplace.comMuch Love Animal Rescue Adoption EventOCT. 26The organization is seeking compassionate individuals and families who are interested in adopting a furry friend. Coldwell Baker, 1608 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, free admission, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., muchlove.org.Venice Beach Halloween Nigh Pub Crawl PartyOCT. 31 TO NOV. 1Go all out for Halloween in Venice Beach’s bar-hopping destinations. Expect dastardly drink deals and possessed party leaders. The half-dozen locations will feature cheap drinks and an epic crowd. 10 Washington Boulevard Venice, tickets range from $8.14 to $36.20, 6 p.m., eventbrite.comMake God Popular: A Venice Beach TakeoverOCT. 26Join us for the Venice Beach Takeover, a relaxed beach gathering hosted by “Make God Popular.” Enjoy the sun, free giveaways, uplifting atmosphere, fun games, and music while connecting with others. Don’t forget to bring your beach essentials like blankets and towels, and let’s unwind, connect, and embrace the movement to “Make God Popular.” 1800 Ocean Front Walk Venice, free, 11 a.m., eventbrite.com“BYOB: A Comedy Show”NOV. 2Have a baby? Date nights non-existent? e have a mid-day, raunchy comedy show for parents – by parents – that you can bring your baby to! The BYOB Comedy Show: bring your baby, bottle, buggy. (Stroller parking included.) Enjoy a comedy show in the middle of the day instead of crying in the corner while your baby doesn’t nap. Bring the baby to the show because they don’t understand anything yet.The Crow, 2525 Michigan Avenue, Unit F4, Santa Monica, 5 p.m., crowcomedy.com<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2ziJci_0wAGRpoJ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2ziJci_0wAGRpoJ00" width="1763" height="1176" ><figcaption>Cirque du Soleil Performers at Third Street Promenade (Photo Credit - Santa Monica Travel &amp; Tourism)</figcaption></figure>Cirque Du Soleil: “Kooza”OCT. 19 TO DEC. 1The thrilling, internationally-acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production, KOOZA, is coming to the Santa Monica Pier from October 19 through December first. Audiences are invited under the iconic Big Top at the Pier to be part of the joyous return of Cirque du Soleil to this much-loved location that is home to both magic and memories. From daredevil performances to mischievous clowns, KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience in its most exciting form with high-flying acrobatics, whimsical characters, lavish costuming, colorful sets, hilarious clowning and a powerful live score.200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, tickets start at $69 and go up to $339, santamonicapier.orgSixth Annual Playa Vista Monster Dash 5kOCT. 25 TO OCT. 27Celebrate the spookiest month of the year with an exciting race and walk marathon. This event is a Halloween-themed, family-friendly trek through the calming community of Playa Vista. Registration includes entry into the race; a custom nickelm finisher medal; access to sponsor booths and giveaways; participation in a costume contest; hydration stations; complimentary products and coupons; and a viewing of Halloween performances.Randy Johnson Park Bluff Creek Fields, 12702 Bluff CreekDrive, Playa Vista, $14.64, multiple times, for registration,visit eventbrite.com“Puras Cosas Maravillosas”OCT. 26The story is about a seven-year-old girl who learns of her mother’s suicide attempt and creates a list of things to live for. What follows is a heartfelt monologue performance underscored with loss and laughter. Audiences will join with her on journey through childhood, adolescence and adulthood, celebrating what makes life worth living. This play is directed by Michel Hausmann and stars Erika de la Vega.Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, tickets start at $45, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., centertheatregroup.orgChad LawsonNOV. 2World-renowned pianist Chad Lawson makes his BroadStage debut with a uniquely meditative classical music experience not to be missed! After topping the Classical Billboard and iTunes charts, Chad took an honest look at his career and found that being true to himself was more important than any accolade. His reflections are inspirational, brave, and most of all freeing.BroadStage, 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica, tickets range from $50 to $70, 7:30 p.m., broadstage.orgSanta Monica Airport Antique MarketNOV. 3Noted 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.2800-3200 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, $5 admission, santamonicaairportantiquemarket.com/</div></body>

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“Creating Order:” A Group Exhibit by Artists with Multiple Sclerosis”. “Chair Yoga,” “Releasing Tension without Stretching,” “Drawing MS” and more (complete list at opening reception) dnj Gallery, 3015 Ocean Park Boulevard., Santa Monica, 5 p.m., dnjgallery.net. “Monsters: Exhibit of Horrors”. OCT. 23. The Santa...