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Honoring Pier Families Through Legacy | Venice Beach News
Celebrate the unsung heroes of Santa Monica Pier as it honors the Gordons and Whitings—two families whose legacy has shaped the pier for generations. The Gordons, now in their fourth generation, have run Playland Arcade for over 70 years, turning every visit into a memory. The Whitings, heirs to the historic Newcomb family’s commercial roots, continue to support the pier’s soul—even funding a book about its past. This year’s Casino Night gala, set in a transformed Merry Go-Round Building, invites guests to dress in roaring 20s flair while raising funds for kids’ programs and the beloved Pier…
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