Market Updates: February 7th

Clothing Swap, Music, Workshops & FREE Farm Boxes for Canyon Sages & those in need!

Better together! A blissful reunion of friends, neighbors, market family and the World Central Kitchen team last Friday. (šŸ“ø: Fadeout Media)

First off, weā€™d like to say THANK YOU to everyone who came to the market last week. Our reopening was a moment of gratitudeā€”for the land, our people, and the strength that binds us. Thank you to our elder, Kat High, for blessing us with a Chumash welcome song and to all who showed up to support and heal together. If you missed her land blessing, you can view it here.

It was a day of togethernessā€¦ (šŸ“ø: Fadeout Media)

ā€¦and of healing. (šŸ“ø: Fadeout Media)

Free Produce Box for Canyon Sages & those in need at the Market this Friday, 2/7

Weā€™ve partnered once again with the incredible organization, World Central Kitchen, to provide a limited number of free boxes of assorted market produce to our Canyon Sages, as well as those still struggling financially from the recent fires. If you feel you qualify, please fill out this quick form to reserve your box (for pickup at the market this Friday, 10 am -2 pm). Sages do not need to fill out the form.

Valentineā€™s Day Flower Workshop with Superbloom

Join us at the market on February 14th from 11-1 for a special Valentineā€™s Day floral workshop hosted by Superbloom! Whether celebrating a relationship with a friend, lover, or self this Valentineā€™s Day treat yourself and someone special to a fun and seasonal workshop. 

šŸ’ Learn design fundamentals in a relaxed and creative environment. 

šŸ’– Leave with a beautiful vase design ready to be gifted or taken home. 

Tickets are $95, and available online for purchase until 2/10. Email questions to [email protected]. Tickets are non-refundable except in the case the workshop is canceled.

Support Our Market Family

Nicola and her daughters

Nicola, our beloved Topanga Farmers Market team member and a cherished Palisades resident for 13 years, needs our help in the aftermath of the Palisades Fire. When the fire broke out, Nicola, her daughters, and their dogs, had only 30 minutes to grab what they could and evacuate their Palisades Highlands home. Miraculously, Nicolaā€™s rental home did not burn down, but it is sadly no longer habitable. Her car sustained damage and is no longer operable. As she navigates the immediate challenges of securing new housing and a new vehicle, she also faces significant long-term expenses. Our community has an opportunity to rally around Nicola and help her rebuild. Any amount you can contribute will make a meaningful difference in helping Nicola and her girls rebuild their lives. Click here to Support Nicola and her family.

Hannah Wear (šŸ“ø: Nicola Buck Photography)

One of our beloved vendors, Hannah Wear of Greener Empowerment Foundation, tragically lost her home. Hannah has been a true steward of our canyon, championing native plant awareness, pollinator projects, and Sustainable Saturday events. We are committed to supporting her, her husband Kevin, and their daughter Pearl as they rebuild their lives. If youā€™re able to help, please contribute to their GoFundMe campaign here: Support the Parkhurst-Wear Family.

Additionally, many of our loyal customers have lost their homes. Click here to see a list of families impacted. If you know of others, please let us know so we can share their campaigns with our community.

Community Clothing Swap

šŸ‘• ā™»ļø Starting this Friday and continuing every week throughout the spring, join us at the Topanga Farmers Market for our community Clothing Swap! It's a sustainable way to refresh your wardrobeā€”bring up to 5 clean, gently-used items (no stains, tears, undergarments, athletic wear, or shoes) and swap them for something new-to-you. We welcome both kidsā€™ and adultsā€™ clothes. Not only can you swap items, but you can also leave clothes for others to take or make a $10 donation to the market to purchase pieces that catch your eye. Come find some new treasures and give your old items a second life! This is not an opportunity to offload a ton of unwanted clothes - instead, bring things you would give to a friend. **If raining at the market, the Clothing Swap will not take place.

Kids Music Class @ The Market this Friday!

šŸŽ¶ Our kids music classes begin again THIS FRIDAY! Join the incredibly talented Brafo from Music Collab for a fun musical experience for kids and their adults down under the magical oak tree by the stage (or inside on the Community House stage when itā€™s too wet and windy)! šŸ‘¶ āœØ We will be continuing the class every other Friday through winter and spring. Come sing, dance, and enjoy the market before or after class! šŸ„ Bring blankets! The $15 suggested donation per family directly supports our music educator. If you forget to give $15 during class, hereā€™s the Venmo link to pay anytime.

Welcome Back, Topanga: A Community Gathering & Fundraiser in Collaboration with Theatricum Botanicum

Saturday, February 15 | 11am - 4pm, at the Theatricum Botanicum

šŸŒˆ The Topanga Farmers Market has joined forces with the Theatricum Botanicum for a day of healing and community. Come together to support local businesses and families impacted by the recent fires and help us honor our firefighters and emergency responders. This event is free to attend, open to all, and no reservations are needed. More info to come!

Important Upcoming Dates

February 7 - šŸ„¬ Free Topanga Farmers Market Produce Box šŸ„¦ Canyon Sages & those in need, courtesy of World Central Kitchen

February 7 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- šŸ„ Music Class with Brafo šŸ„, 10:30 am (Rain Location šŸŒ§ļø Inside the Community House on the stage)

February 14 - šŸŒ¹ Valentineā€™s Day Floral Workshop with Superbloom šŸŒ¹ 11am-1pm

February 14 - šŸ’ƒšŸ•ŗ In the Field: A Movement Experience with Erin Rose Ward & Mollie Mendoza, 10 -11:15 am

Sat, February 15 - šŸŒˆ Welcome Back, Topanga: Community Gathering & Fundraiser at Theatricum Botanicum šŸ™ A day of healing and celebrating, benefiting local families impacted by the Palisades Fire. Free entry.

February 21 - šŸ§µ Mending at the Market šŸ§µ with Tigerowl (bring your clothes to be repaired)

February 21 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- šŸ„ Music Class with Brafo šŸ„, 10:30 am (Rain Location šŸŒ§ļø Inside the Community House on the stage)

March 7 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- šŸ„ Music Class with Brafo šŸ„, 10:30 am (Rain Location šŸŒ§ļø Inside the Community House on the stage)

March 21 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- šŸ„ Music Class with Brafo šŸ„, 10:30 am (Rain Location šŸŒ§ļø Inside the Community House on the stage)

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