We're so excited about the

NEW VENUE

for our Fall Fundraiser!



We just have to tell you about it!

When??

Thursday, October 22, 2026
10:00 AM–3:00 PM

**9:00 AM Vendors open

Where??

DoubleTree Hotel,

2800 Via Cabrillo Marina

San Pedro, 90731

The lovely DoubleTree in San Pedro is located in the Cabrillo Marina, near the Cabrillo Aquarium and 22nd St. Our event will be in the Madeo building which is separate from the main hotel. This charming 2-story building has an elevator, beautifully designed ballrooms, an amazing view of the marina from the second floor, and right next door is the LA Yacht Club.

Parking is free and plentiful! The Madeo building is a short, flat, and easy walk from the main lot. Accessible parking is located directly next to the Madeo building.

The Madeo building and courtyard where vendors will be set up

View from the 2nd floor!

Tickets: $150

**Sales close October 16th**

Don't wait! No walk-ins

Chris Nichols is a longtime preservationist and senior editor at Los Angeles magazine.

For many years he worked with the Los Angeles Conservancy Modern Committee, serving a term as chairman of the group. In addition to creating tours, exhibitions, and lectures about historic Los Angeles, Nichols has advocated for endangered buildings all over Southern California including the Cinerama Dome and the world’s oldest McDonald’s in Downey.



His books include Walt Disney’s Disneyland for Taschen and The Leisure Architecture of Wayne McAllister. He writes the Ask Chris column in Los Angeles magazine and has served on the board of Hollywood Heritage.

Charles Phoenix is an American pop culture humorist, historian, author and chef whose work explores 1950s and 1960s kitsch and Americana.

The New York Times says: “Call him the King of Retro.”

Phoenix is widely known for his “Retro slide shows” featuring a collection of vintage film slides capturing mid-century American life and culture—set to Phoenix’s commentary. He is also known for his “test kitchen” creations of exaggerated novelty foods and desserts, including the Cherpumple, a three-layer cake/pie hybrid.

Phoenix has appeared as a recurring judge on the Food Network series Cake Wars, Jay Leno’s Garage, Martha Stewart, Conan, Storage Wars, and Nailed it. He has also served as a frequent guest commentator on NPR and KCET.

A Marketplace Worth Arriving Early for

Shopping starts at 9 AM, giving you plenty of time to browse an incredible lineup of returning favorites and exciting new vendors before the program begins.

AR Workshop - Handcrafted decor and gifts

Art Couture - Art inspired fashion and accessories

Beach House Stones - Jewelry

Citrine Jewelry - Jewelry

Classy Bag Lady- Designer handbags and accessories

Colleen Berg Jewelry - Handcrafted and personalized jewelry

Cynde's Jewelry - Jewelry and accessories

Dale Michele - Women's clothing

Gifts 2 Have - Unique gifts

Karim Collection - Artisan clothing and jewelry

Mrs. Hovies' Toffee - Gourmet handcrafted toffee

Planet Chic Fashion - Women's fashion

RePURRposed - Upcycled gifts and creations

Rock Goddess Jewelry - Handcrafted jewelry

San Pedro Soapworks - Handcrafted bath and body

Social Butterfly Designs - Stationery, cards, and gifts

The Sheet Guy - Luxury sheets and bedding

Featuring unique Buy It Now Experiences and Trips.

These deals are ONLY available at this event!

Click HERE to read all the details!

Proceeds to benefit this year's charity partners:

Boys & Girls Club of the LA Harbor

Community’s Child

Family Promise of LA

Harbor Interfaith

Manes for Movement

Momentum for All

Providence at Home Trinity Care Hospice Foundation

South Bay Children’s Health Center

South Coast Botanic Garden

Toberman Neighborhood Center

With gratitude to our sponsors and partners:

Las Candalistas is a 100% volunteer non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to benefiting children and the environment in the South Bay of Los Angeles County.

Tax ID 95-4270483

www.lascandalistas.org

lascandalistas@gmail.com