On April 19, the Palisades community hosted “Rooted in Resilience” at Clover Park in Santa Monica, drawing over 1,500 attendees for a day of live music, wellness activities, local food, and speeches by leaders and first responders, marking the first major gathering since the January fire.
The event fostered healing and togetherness, with residents like Sam Laguna and Councilwoman Traci Park expressing hope, reinforcing the community’s determination to rebuild stronger.