FARMERS MARKET RETURNS AT SOUTHBAY PAVILION WITH A MONTH-LONG GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

THE FARMERS MARKET RETURNS AT SOUTHBAY PAVILION WITH A MONTH-LONG GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

Scheduled Every Thursday from 9 am – 3 pm starting on November 7, 2019

October 10, 2019 – Carson Calif.  SouthBay Pavilion and it’s loyal and local patrons are excited about the return of the Farmer’s Market. The market will have its official grand opening ceremony on November 7^th at 9am and will be followed by a series of live performances and non-profit partnerships for the entire month of November. The Farmer’s Market will return to its original location at the parking lot closest to the food court area at 20700 Avalon Blvd., Carson CA 90746.

Since the Farmer’s Market’s last day at SouthBay Pavilion in 2016, the mall management team has received numerous requests to bring the market back. Due to the F21 construction, the market had to relocate to the parking lot of the Dignity Health Sports Park (previously known as the Stub Hub Center). “The market hasn’t been the same since we were relocated.” Irma Hernandez, Manager of the Farmer’s Market said. “The SouthBay Pavilion is really the best place for us and we are so excited to return with familiar and new vendors this November”.

Erma and Tony Hernandez are experienced Farmer’s Market vendors. They have participated in various markets over the years and Erma decided to take matters in her own hands to learn the business and personally manage the SouthBay Pavilion market under their company, Villa Nueva Market. Some of the confirmed vendors include:

Reyes Farm, Patty Farm, Garcia Farm, Yee Vue Farm, Orosi Farm, Jassmin Jam Jellis, Brothers Products, Evan Angelo’s Gelatos, Mix Certified Organic Lemonade, La Gordita Feliz Pupusas, Mommie Helen’s Bakery, Maria’s Original Kettle Korn, Sausage Master, and more!

SouthBay Pavilion will celebrate the return of the Farmer’s Market with a month-long celebration:

• Thursday, November 7, 2019 – Official ribbon cutting at 9 am. Live DJ from 9 am – 3 pm with a special performance by the famous Motown band, SEVILLE. 50% of the proceeds from selling the Farmer’s Market tote bags will benefit the Carson Gardena Dominguez Rotary Club and the Carson Lions Club
• Thursday, November 14, 2019 – Live DJ from 9 am – 3 pm by Rockin’ Blues Entertainment and a Fall Harvest theme party for organizations and agencies serving people with special needs. 50% of the proceeds from selling the Farmer’s Market tote bags will benefit Know Me Network
• Thursday, November 21, 2019 – Live DJ from 9 am – 3 pm and a special performance by Mariachi Los Flores from 11am – 1pm. 50% of the proceeds from selling the Farmer’s Market tote bags will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Carson.

The Farmer’s Market will be closed on Thanksgiving, November 28, 2019.

About SouthBay Pavilion SouthBay Pavilion in Carson, California, is located immediately off the 405 Freeway with direct exposure to over 300,000 cars daily in the Los Angeles trade Area. The 1.1 million-square-foot regional mall is anchored by Target Greatland, IKEA, JCPenney, the newly opened 13-screen Cinemark Theatre and 74 specialty stores and restaurants including other significant national retailers such as Bath & Body Works, Old Navy, Children’s Place, Foot Action, Sheikh Shoes, rue21, F21red and more. SouthBay Pavilion is a shopping center destination for more than 2.5 million residents within a 10-mile radius. The 4,500 parking spaces provide a convenient and safe shopping experience.  The 200-seat food court features many of the most popular family restaurants in addition to exterior restaurants such as Olive Garden, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s, Tony Roma’s, Panera Bread, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Wing Stop, Sansai, Chuck E. Cheese’s, Pieology and more. Amenities include conveniences such as family restrooms, full-service Guest Services Center, Security escorts and over 300 events annually aimed at enhancing the overall shopping experience and serving the community. These events include several free weekly and award-winning events for the community such as Kids Club, Mall Walkers, Farmer’s Market and Zumba Fitness Club. For more information visit www.southbaypavilion.com.

About Carson Gardena Dominguez Rotary (CGD Rotary) was founded in 1947. CGD Rotary is proud to serve the community and meets every Wednesday at noon at the Carson Community Center. Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create a lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than 110 years, Rotary’s people of action have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.

About Carson Lions Club – This chapter was founded on May 2014 in the City of Carson.Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships and improving the world through kindness. It’s 1.4 million caring me and women serving together so they can make a lasting impact and change more lives.

About Know Me Network founded by Melva Thompson, Know Me Network offers free art workshops within the community to help fund their programs for parent support while working hands on with children with Autism.

About Boys and Girls Club of Carson a 501c3 nonprofit organization with after-school programs in Carson and South Los Angeles serving nearly 1,000 elementary, middle and high school youth each day. Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson offers young people a safe environment where they can have fun and be themselves, with dedicated adult mentors who respect and listen to them and outcome-based programs that empower youth to become lifelong learners.

About Villa Nueva Market, Inc., is owned and managed by Tony and Irma Hernandez. Irma has been involved in Farmers Market for over a decade as a vendor under the name Irma’s International Food Catering Company, which specializes in Mexican food and natural Agua Frescas. For Farmers Market booth inquiries, they can be reached at 323-353-2385.