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October 5, 2026
HomeCommunityJust a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Reflections of living life in Culver City by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Doubling Down/Doubling Up

January 24, 2025 0
The unfortunate phrase “doubling down” has been used so often by mainstream media that it’s become kind of bland, and …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Tasting the Moment

January 10, 2025 0
As someone who has anxiety issues, I often practice meditation as way of helping myself through a challenge. While I’ve …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

A Season of Darkness

December 20, 2024 0
We enter the holidays, that slice at the end of the calendar when the days feel absurdly brief, wildly over-scheduled …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

The Crazy Man

November 6, 2024 0
Like many people, the news I woke up to this morning is so overwhelming, I’m in a state of shock. …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Please Do Not Vote For Albert Vera (You Might Save His Life)

October 30, 2024 0
At the City Council Candidates Forum sponsored by Culver City Democrats United, the moderator asked a great closing question, “What …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Signs, Signs, Signs – Council Looks to Rush Kiosk Agreement Before the Election

October 9, 2024 0
It’s all been a lot of confusing language; kiosks, signage, way-finding, surveillance, data gathering, billboards, public space and advertising. All …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Signs, Signs, Signs – Part One

October 4, 2024 0
There are so many sign issues happening in Culver City, the topic seems ripe for an essay. Changing the rules …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Whole Lotta MOVEment Goin’ On

August 29, 2024 0
It’s a human conundrum; when we attempt to solve a problem working in the wrong direction, we often succeed in …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

The Science of Cleaning, or Fix What, Actually?

August 9, 2024 0
Sometimes, the knowledge picked up in one field of study can be very effectively applied to another. Some of the …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Happy 4th – Pressure, Privilege and Pronouns

July 4, 2024 0
Every morning that I wake up and they have not repealed the 19th Amendment, I am convinced that we have …[READ MORE]

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Culver City News

  • Culver City to Suspend CityBus Services Following Shooting
    October 2, 2026 0
  • City Approves Purchase Option Agreement for 9050 Washington Blvd
    October 2, 2026 0
  • Road Rage Leads to Street Closure
    October 1, 2026 0

Culver City Community

  • Skip the Line – CAF Fundraiser Fiesta Mexicana
    October 1, 2026 0
  • Sunkist Park Design Meeting – Oct. 7
    September 30, 2026 0
  • Rain Barrel Giveaway – Oct. 10
    September 30, 2026 0

Culver City Politics

  • Small Campaign Meets Big Fundraising Goals
    September 30, 2026 0
  • Jeannine Wisnosky Stehlin Announces Endorsements for Council Run
    September 30, 2026 0
  • Candidate Forum Hears from All Five Running – Housing and Wages Get Center Stage
    September 24, 2026 0

Culver City Arts

  • LA Women’s Theater Festival
    October 2, 2026 0
  • Brooklynd Wild Flowers Leads Culver Arts ‘Unique Critique’ 
    October 1, 2026 0
  • Peaking: Psychedelics and the Pursuit of Happiness – Oct. 2
    September 28, 2026 0

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  • Culver West Alexander Park to Cut Ribbon on New Playground
    October 3
  • Peaking: Psychedelics and the Pursuit of Happiness - Oct. 2
    Oct. 2 - Oct. 8
  • FIREHOUSE Photography Exhibit -CCFD's Brian Haimer Frames Local History
    October 3
  • Alex In Wonderland @ The Blue Door
    October 16 -25
  • Abilities Carnival & Resource Fair - Oct. 4
    October 4
  • CC Garden Club - Orchids Beyond the Basics
    Oct. 6
  • Everyone Belongs! Life Steps Foundation Offers 'Fun Run for Inclusion'
    Oct. 3 - Oct. 11
  • Music in the Chambers Returns - Oct. 18
    October 18
  • A Deer Walks into a Dance - Artist Laureate Vic Marks @ the Nimoy
    October 16 and 17
  • Culver City Arts Festival - Oct. 10
    Oct. 10
  • CAF & Tito's 9th Annual Fiesta Mexicana - Oct. 4
    Oct. 4
  • Helix Collective and Brian Lauritzen Offer Public Broadcast Stereo (and Tea!)
    October 11
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