SHOP LOT comes to SVdP's Los Angeles Store on June 23

SATURDAY...SATURDAY!  June 23, 2012.  The SHOP LOT will be at the Society's Los Angeles Thrift Store from 11 am to 4 pm. A free event, The Shop Lot LA fundraising event will feature six (6) "Stores on Wheels" -Americaʼs latest trend in shopping! Trucks in attendance include Le Fashion Truck (as seen on NBCʼs The Today Show), Skullastic (as seen on NBC4 LA), Shop Truck LA, JD Luxe, BNIB LA Shoe Truck, as well as SVDPLAʼs very own store on wheels Glamour to Go. This family-friendly event will also have a live DJ set, food trucks and complimentary gift bags for attendees! (while

supplies last) Don't be left out!  Click on flyer to enlarge.

Make sure to join us on the SHOP LOT Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/events/430284960326953/

Be sure to check out our Fashion Truck friend's Facebook page:
 https://www.facebook.com/skullastic

https://www.facebook.com/lefashiontruck

https://www.facebook.com/shoptruckla

https://www.facebook.com/JDLUXEFASHION

https://www.facebook.com/brandnewinbox

Dodger pitcher appears at SVdP's Store in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Dodger pitcher Javy Guerra signed autographs and posed for photos with fans this past Saturday at the Society's Thrift Store in Los Angeles.  Fans of all ages enjoyed meeting the Dodger reliever.  One girl presented Javy with a picture she had colored, while another girl, around 2, displayed her mighty swing for Javy.

Due to Father's Day the following day, a huge sale was also in place for the shoppers on Saturday.  Proceeds from the store revenue helps fund the Society's various local charitable programs for children and families.

Thank you, Javy, for your kindness.  Fellow Dodger Dee Gordon was originally scheduled to appear, but couldn't make it.  Here are some photos from Javy's appearance.

Meet L.A. Dodger Dee Gordon Saturday June 16 at SVdP Thrift Store in L.A.

THIS SATURDAY...JUNE 16.  Meet L.A. Dodger shortstop Dee Gordon (aka Speed Racer on the basepaths).  First-come.  First-served.  One autograph per person.

Ralphs & Food 4 Less Supermarkets present $22,000 check to Society's Council of Los Angeles

In an effort to assist the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's local charitable programs, Vanessa E. Rosales, manager of community relations of Ralphs & Food 4 Less Supermarkets, presented a $22,000 check to the Society on Thursday at its Los Angeles Thrift Store, 210 N. Avenue 21, 90031.

The donation is a result of the “Bringing Hope to the Table” holiday campaign in which financial gifts were collected in canisters at Ralphs & Food 4 Less' check stands to help local organizations like the Society.

"We are extremely grateful for this generous donation," said David Fields, executive director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Council of Los Angeles, which serves the counties of Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara.  "This gift will allow us to continue to improve the quality of life for children, families and individuals through our varied outreach programs.”  

The check stand fundraising program is geared to help reduce hunger in communities across Southern California.

“Now more than ever, hunger organizations and food banks are stressed and stretched,” said Donna Giordano, president of Ralphs Supermarkets. “People who have never been in need before have been hurt by the difficult economy and they are struggling to meet their families’ basic food needs.”    

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul THANKS Ralphs, Food 4 Less and the many donors who participated in this tremendous holiday program. 

About Ralphs 

Ralphs Grocery Company was founded in 1873 and currently operates 249 supermarkets from its headquarters in Los Angeles. The company is a division of The Kroger Co., (NYSE:KR), one of the nation’s largest food retailers, based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Last year, Ralphs provided more than $6 million in cash and in-kind donations to organizations focused on health, education, the fight against hunger, developing our youth, and the environment. For more about Ralphs, please visit our web site at www.ralphs.com.

About Food 4 Less/Foods Co

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Food 4 Less operates 146 price-impact, warehouse-format supermarkets under the banners Food 4 Less in Southern California, Nevada, Illinois and Indiana, and Foods Co in Central and Northern California. Last year, Food 4 Less contributed more than $4 million to support education, hunger relief, women’s health and local nonprofit organizations in the communities served by the company’s stores. Food 4 Less is a subsidiary of The Kroger Co., (NYSE:KR), one of the nation’s largest grocery retailers, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. For more information about Food 4 Less, please visit our website at www.food4less.com.

Los Angeles Dodger Dee Gordon to appear at St. Vincent de Paul Store

SAVE THE DATE...

Los Angeles Dodger shortstop Dee Gordon will greet baseball fans and sign autographs at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Store from 12-1:30 pm on Saturday, June 16 at 210 N. Avenue 21, Los Angeles, CA 90031.  One autograph per person.

KLAC Radio's street team will also be at the Society with giveaways and more.

Los Angeles Dodger to appear at St. Vincent de Paul Store

SAVE THE DATE...

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Dee Gordon will greet baseball fans and sign autographs at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Store at 210 N. Avenue 21 in Los Angeles on Saturday, June 16, 2012.

More details to follow in coming weeks.

Where DJ Skeet Skeet Digs for Treasure in Lincoln Heights

Image via Yelp

by Yale Breslin
www.la.racked.com

Los Angeles has more stores than anyone could physically tackle, but somehow we always keep returning to the usual suspects. To break out of the rut, we've asked some local shopping and fashion gurus to provide their hidden retail gems—those unique stores around LA that we might not all know about. Cue the Beatles: We're about to get a little help from our friends.

DJ Skeet Skeet, born Trevor McFedries, is an LA-based DJ, producer and director who likes to surprise his out-of-town guests by taking them to Society of St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store, a vintage emporium in Lincoln Heights where Skeeter (as he's also known) finds vintage synthesizers. He's on the hunt for more...and he wants your help.

"I like old stuff. I also like digging for gems through endless piles of stuff. While Eastsiders may be familiar with Society of St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Store, I like to surprise my Westside friends and DJs/bands from out of town with a trip to this 'lil spot. They always have crazy artwork, random vinyl and great furniture and you can also find all kinds of keyboards, electronics and doodads. I first ended up there with my best friend, Eagle Rock resident and Eastsider4lyfe Rony Alwin (aka Rony's Photobooth). We ventured over and I procured a Soulja Boy "Crank Dat" tall tee and a vintage synth and I knew this was my dream thrift store. There are some lovely restaurants in the area and some skate spots you'll recognize if you're into that kind of thing. And if you see synths when you go send me a Tweet so I can hurry down and check 'em out."

- DJ Skeet Skeet (Twitter]
- All Shopping Confidential Posts [Racked LA]

Leading the Way in L.A. County

Help Yourself. Help Others. SHOP St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store.

FREE donation pickups also availabe: 800-97-HELP-1 (800-974-3571).

Words of wisdom from Los Angeles Dodger Tony Gwynn Jr.

As Americans celebrate Opening Day to the 2012 Major League Baseball season, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr. serves up an important reminder...

Parking Lot Sale at Long Beach Store on Saturday, March 31

Need clothes at a great price? For just $15, you can stuff a Society of St. Vincent de Paul bag with clothes from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, March 31 at the Society's thrift store at 2750 Pacific Coast Highway in Long Beach.
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More info from 'The Murph Report' about the Society's Store in Lincoln Heights

Here is another episode from The Murph Report The Fashion Citizen | Melissa’s L.A. Thrift Haul about the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Thrift Store in Los Angeles.

From the author...

We decided to split up our thrift hauls into two videos, so here are my thrift finds from the amazing Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. Hope you all enjoy my finds and if you live in L.A. make sure and check this place out! Make sure and stay tuned for Steph’s haul!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store, 210 North Avenue 21, Los Angeles, CA
(323) 224-6280

XOXO
Melissa

The Murph Report visits St. Vincent de Paul's Store in Los Angeles

This video appears on The Murph Report - The Fashion Citizen | Steph’s L.A. Thrift Haul

This from the author...

Here’s my first haul from Los Angeles from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. Hope you all enjoy my finds and lookbook.

XOXO
Steph

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store, 210 N Ave 21, Los Angeles, CA 90031, (323) 224-6280



~ http://murphreport.com/2012/03/16/fashion-citizen-stephs-la-thrift-haul/

You're Invited - Ash Wednesday Mass

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The Society's Boutique is located at its Los Angeles Thrift Store, 210 N. Avenue 21, L.A., CA 90031.

TOMORROW - St. Vincent de Paul Historical Sign Ceremony

* The general public is invited to attend this ceremony. Feel free to click on the flyer to enlarge.

Society's Historical Sign dedication scheduled for October 13

* Click on flyer to enlarge. Everyone is invited to attend.

50% off $ale in Los Angeles on Saturday, September 17

Tomorrow, September 27, 50% off sale on all clothes, linen and draperies at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's store at 210 N. Avenue 21, Los Angeles. Info: 323-224-6291.

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Louisville High School Students Lend a Helping Hand

As part of this year's Senior Service Days at Louisville High School, a number of students are volunteering their time to help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul help others in our local communities. Through Friday, these students will help at the Society's main store in Los Angeles and at its Cardinal Manning Center in Skid Row.

Thank you, Louisville High School!

Photos (top-bottom): Kathleen Labog helps sorts clothes, while Julia Kuretski helps in the production department.

GIANT $ale in Los Angeles on Saturday, September 17

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Days running short to $ave BIG on Back-to-School Clothes in August

You only have a couple more days to take advantage of this month's 25% off Back-to-School $avings on children's clothing at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's store in LONG BEACH.

Don't miss this opportunity to have you children dress for less in a variety of clothes you'll only find in the Society's children's clothing department.

St. Vincent de Paul's store is located at 2750 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90804. Info: 562-494-9955.

This way to the Society's Thrift Store in Los Angeles

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has a new billboard near its L.A. Store at the intersection of Broadway, Spring and 18th streets (across from Young Nak Church). with an arrow near the address pointing to the direction of the store, the goal is to help drive traffic at the Society's main store and keep St. Vincent de Paul's name in front of the driver's eyes.