Join U.S. Senator Cory Booker for a timely and hopeful conversation about our shared American ideals.

Important Update: Due to the WGA staff union strike, our upcoming event with Senator Cory Booker on April 3 will no longer take place at the Writers Guild Theater. It will now be held at JAMS Performing Arts Center, 2425 16th St. Santa Monica, CA 90405. On Pearl between 16th and 17th, just south of Pico.

Parking instructions to purchase spots in Structures 3 and 4 on Pico Blvd:

The Pico lots (Structures 3 and 4) will be available on Friday, April 3. Entrance to both Structure 3 and 4 is via 17th Street and Pico Blvd.

Use this link: https://smcevents.thepermitstore.com/purchase.php

Code “1900” will enable daily permit sales. Without the code, the system will say “There are currently no permits available.” Driver’s will need to enter some basic info on their vehicle in order to purchase a virtual permit. There won’t be physical tickets, but our parking enforcement scans license plates to verify who has and hasn’t purchased a permit.

Strict security measures will still apply. NO PURSES OR BACKPACKS PERMITTED. ONLY CLEAR PLASTIC BAGS ARE ALLOWED. Bags must be 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or smaller. Otherwise your bag must be returned to your vehicle.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Centered around his new book, STAND, Senator Booker will share stirring personal reflections and powerful stories of leadership that will challenge us to reclaim our national story and work together to redeem the American dream.

STAND shows that our principles are not luxuries; they are vital, strategic keys to our survival and success. By wielding these tools, we can reclaim our sense of common cause and change the course of our country’s history.

In STAND, Senator Booker offers inspiring and actionable insights for Americans from all walks of life.

Senator Cory Booker is the senior United States Senator from New Jersey. He served as mayor of Newark before becoming New Jersey’s first Black senator and only the fourth popularly elected Black senator in US history.

Pre-signed copies of STAND will be available for purchase at the event.

Moderator to be announced.

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No refunds or exchanges on tickets or books. Books must be picked up on the night of the program. Tickets are strictly non-transferable; do not buy tickets from any resale sites or external vendors.