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October 29, 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Every morning that I wake up and they have not repealed the 19th Amendment, I am convinced that we have …[READ MORE]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 Council Passes Resolution Endorsing Business for Democracy
    October 28, 2026 0
  • Dunlap Appointed as Interim Police Chief
    October 27, 2026 0
  • One Suspect Arrested in Robbery; Two Others Still Sought
    October 23, 2026 0

Culver City Community

  • Culver City Historical Society – “Mr. Novak” Oct. 27
    October 26, 2026 0
  • Hate Crimes Report – Oct. 23
    October 22, 2026 0
  • Spooky Saturday @ West Washington District
    October 21, 2026 0

Culver City Politics

  • Vote Centers Now Open – Early Voting Available
    October 26, 2026 0
  • No Kings/Early Voting Rallies – Oct. 17
    October 16, 2026 0
  • Small Wins Endorsements from Sierra Club, Jane Fonda Climate PAC
    October 13, 2026 0

Culver City Arts

  • Mindfulness: the Braided Prescription @ The Village Well
    October 28, 2026 0
  • Culver Arts Goes Global – International Artist Residencies Announced
    October 27, 2026 0
  • An Author Talk with Christopher Bardt – The Feeling of Space
    October 27, 2026 0

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