I had a very disappointing experience with Penmar Golf Course because of how management handled a…read moreserious safety incident. On Friday, July 24, I was driving home from work the same route I always take, heading down Dewey St. toward 23rd St., when a golf ball suddenly flew through my back window. The ball completely shattered the window and landed directly in my dog's car seat, sending glass shards everywhere. Thankfully, my dog was not in the car at the time, because this easily could have resulted in a severe injury. I found the golf ball sitting in the car seat after I pulled over. I immediately went to the golf course to report what happened. Unfortunately, the response from the staff was dismissive. I asked to speak with a manager, but was told that "there's an event, so he's busy right now." No one came out to speak with me or even acknowledge the seriousness of what had happened. Instead, they simply took my information and essentially told me to file a claim with the City Attorney and hope I might get reimbursed. Accidents can happen, but customer service and accountability matter. A golf course located next to public streets has a responsibility to take safety concerns seriously, especially when a golf ball leaves the course and causes property damage that could have seriously injured someone. The lack of urgency, empathy, and willingness to address the situation was extremely disappointing. I hope Penmar Golf Course reviews its safety measures along the perimeter of the course and improves how it responds when incidents like this occur. No one should have to worry about a golf ball crashing through their car while simply driving down a public street.

I did not golf but went to the Friday night music gig. Talk about a fun night. People of all ages,…read moredogs and babies were there. I would say median age that attends us 20 to 30 year olds. The band was so awesome. They have good and drinks set up all over. I would recommend Bering there. Parking is limited. We did bring our own wine. It had a $25 corkage fee

Update: it's been 2 more days, still no call back -- I have no idea what's going on with the…read moremanagement here, because the manager is his instructor and who was supposed to call me back during his free period Monday at 4pm. I am honestly so disappointed at the lack of interest and professionalism. Look, this isn't some fantasy booking. He has a history of multiple years at this location coming every week on Monday. I told them who he is, that I was interested in purchasing a special package for his birthday and was prepared to purchase it right then and there. So what's going on here?! I was open to even arranging lessons with another instructor if his usual instructor the manager Mr. Gore wasn't available. And nobody can call me back? Very poor customer service and unprofessional.

I took advantage of the March promotion for the swing evaluation and it was well worth it. My…read moreinstructor Kevin Albi was patient and showed me what I was doing right and what I needed to work on. I watched a bunch of tutorials and know the principals, and just when I think I I was doing it right, the video doesn't lie. Seeing my stance compared to a pro made all the difference. I can see that when I thought I was too hunched over that I wasn't. They have a reputation as being pricey but I didn't' think so at all. It's about results. I've taken lessons before and what I enjoyed most is that I have actual goals and things to work on to improve. I usually hate going to the range but now I got with things I am actually trying to achieve.

In a city where the only thing worse than the traffic is securing a tee time, Wired Golf is a…read morebreath of fresh air. With three simulators (recently upgraded) available to rent in 30-minute increments, it's a perfect place to sharpen your game on the range or play an indoor round. The staff (Casey, Ron, and Bobby) are all very welcoming. Grateful for Wired Golf and a place to keep my game sharp when I can't get out to play on a course every weekend.

Private parking lot for easy parking and Qty:4 screens total…read more - Amazing customer service! - Clubs for both right and left handers available free of charge (not to mention some premium brands) - BYOB which is amazing at this facility - Refrigerator to store anything - Clean large bathroom and couch for lounging Air conditioner was not working so it wasn't a pleasant experience for a few hours here. =(

Updating my review, the owner quickly did everything in his power to compensate and set things…read moreright. Place is fantastic. Go find your actual club yardages or play a virtual course in a very clean and comfortable place.

From the owner: Welcome to The City Golf! Our state-of-the-art indoor facility is designed to help you take your…read moregame to the next level, rain or shine, day or night. With 19 hitting stations powered by the Foresight GCQuad and Falcon system, you’ll get instant swing data and advanced ball tracking to better understand and improve your game. We also feature the TourPutt putting system, giving you the tools to sharpen your short game with precision feedback. Whether you’re practicing, playing, or looking to elevate your performance, The City Golf provides the perfect environment to train year-round.

Joey is the best. I needed some help moving my golf bag to the driving range and getting the lay of…read morethe land, and he was very proactive and helpful. Felt very welcomed and he made the experience at the course pleasant. Very excited about coming back. Rate of pace on Saturday was great. We were a twosome with a group of 4 behind us and a set pair of players ahead of us. Didn't feel rushed at all. Despite it being 95 degrees yesterday, the breeze made it quite manageable. Landscape seems well taken care of and it was nice to golf with beautiful mountains behind us - reminded me of Colorado and Utah. Divots weren't a problem for us when we played.

Look, if money is no object to you then this isn't the review for you. This is a nice course, the…read morefacility is good. The issue is the business model. 200 dollars a round just isn't okay. First of all there is no market in that part of LA for 200 a round. On the Friday before Labor Day you can have any tee time you want. You can probably have the whole course to yourself, but 200 dollars. It's just the principle of the whole thing. If you don't want play on your golf course then go private. This place is a complete waste of space. If this were any other industry it would be price gouging. It's cool with me, I'm just gonna go play Rustic for 1/3 of the price. Come on now Angeles National, just cut your rates.

Twenty-two years and going strong, that's the Santa Monica Festival not me, if only. Although 90+…read moredegree heat was predicted, a light marine layer, cool ocean breezes created a pleasant backdrop to showcase this year's sustainability themed event, as well as, events within like, the Juneteenth Celebration, A Taste of Summer with the Annenberg Beach House and the Santa Monica Farmers Market Challenge which pitted Nyesha Arrington http://www.bravotv.com/top-chef/season-9/bio/nyesha-arrington and Josie Le Balch http://www.josierestaurant.com/ to create a $15 meal for four. I fear this foodie was a festival wimp because I was too wiped to hang out for their food fight. A myriad of activities for folks of all ages with kids really digging the Big Blue Bus and trash recycling truck to hop on and explore. The free bike valet http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/santa-monica-festival-santa-monica-2?select=vH2e66N3SWb9kldxGYxzyg#uVsNV593GV0zcfWGsam18g encouraged leaving the car at home as my friends and I did. Plenty of food trucks http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/santa-monica-festival-santa-monica-2?select=vH2e66N3SWb9kldxGYxzyg#8h3JhmFhSm4yY2dSUK3G3g and even a fashionmobile http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/santa-monica-festival-santa-monica-2?select=vH2e66N3SWb9kldxGYxzyg#_UknuOz5Hw8CSlqpB0GlAw ! Santa Monica is indeed a city of cultural activities and well-honed services to be taken advantage of by all. More here: http://www.smgov.net/Portals/Culture/content.aspx?id=15035 Highlight for me was artist Cassandra Tondro's http://tondro.com/ "From Cans to Canvas" interactive painting experience http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/santa-monica-festival-santa-monica-2?select=vH2e66N3SWb9kldxGYxzyg#wUrJjuqoQeDWgII5lKypig http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/santa-monica-festival-santa-monica-2?select=vH2e66N3SWb9kldxGYxzyg#1rjspkly2CXSvNRTZ6H9sg If you missed today's festival, do bookmark it for 2014, trust me, it's worth it!

We came, we saw, we thronged! From a distance, the Santa Monica Festival at Clover Park looked like…read moreany other free outdoor community event, a weekend sea of pedestrians and rows of white tents and bold lettered banners. But Saturday was cool, Clover's grass was green, and the atmosphere was indeed festive. There were several options for free or metered parking in supervised lots within walking distance, making at least our vehicular arrival and departure quick and painless. After leaving the car, we made a beeline for the park's restrooms, where, as it typically happens whenever we step out to a fairground, we spent a considerable chunk of our visit waiting our turns in slow-moving lines. Plenty of music filled our ears while we waited, especially the notes coming from center stage, where a featured group, The Lions, sounded particularly captivating. We quietly joined standing watchers later on, just in time to see The Lions wrap up their soulful and energetic gig. Festival treats were also close at hand, so we couldn't miss tasting Linde's old-fashioned sugar roasted almonds. We followed our noses to her popular table where I impulsively grabbed us a couple of warm paper cones in a sweet twofer deal. Linde jokingly asked if we were unable to share, to which I honestly replied, "yes." It was a fair-tastic time. The usual apparel gifts and arts-and-craftsy things were available for passers-by to browse and purchase, and interactive activities engaged families, kids, and kids-at-heart. It seemed apparent to us after one walk-through that the city government was out to connect with and educate visitors in exchange for cheap swag and fun, with a number of public service kiosks that let you spin wheels and answer questions for prizes. We didn't get around to checking everything out (see Tess M.'s yelp here: http://bit.ly/11hmlqO for some neat things we missed), but all in all, the Festival was pleasant and low-key, which is pretty much Santa Monica in a nutshell.