LAist: A Glowing Disaster or Success? Opinions on the SaMo Fest are Strong

Zach Behrens

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:38:12 -0800

Regarding experience that you mention, floor, I do agree somewhat. From someone who has been on the planning team for some massively large events (Nike Run Hit Remix, Santa Clarita Marathon, street festivals, etc), I was surprised there were no dedicated emergency lanes (even a one-way) on the bridge to the pier for ambulances and into the streets. It would have made traffic get worse, but with that kind of stuff, you can't screw around.

ftoor

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:12:53 -0800

It is offical -- a bunch of retards run GLOW. The potential for this is HUGE, but they screw up. DJ/Music on the pier? Are you nuts, there is no room for that. I was thinking that they would have a stage on the beach so that we can enjot a concert. Plus the art? Are you nut. An oversized water sprinkler with lights? Ok, so some it will be art, but it was hardly any displays. What a joke and I think that there was too much internal drama for this lousy event to really take off. Overall, the idea is great. Business around SM was booming! Event the shit bars had lines outside their door. Find new people to run this event. Maybe people to actually HAVE EXPERIENCE in running outdoor festivals. Not a bunch of "wannabes high culture" twits.

Elise Thompson

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:57:50 -0800

I love the koi fish and the glo-stick trick photos so much!

QuietTristan

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:19:09 -0800

as all of my friends have said not enough art ... and where the hell is the music at ?! Turbo Failure...

samkim

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:03:00 -0800

if we had some fucking public transportation then yes it would be great.

ilexeye

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:14:31 -0800

going to that event was the single worst decision i have made in recent years. sporadic art, no music. if this is the cost of free, count me out.

Royps

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:04:16 -0800

Thanks for that tip, Nick. Looks like an awesome series.

nicksm

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:01:25 -0800

the beach is open every thursday night - people drinking and smoking heavily on the south side of the pier. http://www.twilightdance.org/

tp4free

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:46:56 -0800

more lights; more DJs just throw a couple DJ stages on the beach and everyone will be happy.

Royps

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:35:28 -0800

The beach aspect is what I loved the most. The city should consider opening it up late night more often. I had a blast people watching, chatting with strange strangers, listening to music and just chilling.