This is definitely a question for the Parks & Recreation folks. One would think a brief gathering of 10 minutes of 30 people could be done in conspicuously, but you better double check.
Yes, it has been done before. Check the L.A. County website for more info.
Ive seen it done however best to contact city of santa monica to be sure about permit. Congrats btw!
I actually have seen that been done
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