Merry Melrose at the Melrose Trading Post!
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- MELROSE ARTS DISTRICT & FAIRFAX DISTRICT

ALL SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER, 10AM-5PM

*MERRY MELROSE* AT THE MELROSE TRADING POST

A MONTH-LONG HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

This December, Greenway Arts Alliance wants to bring people together to spread peace, wonderment and cheer to the community at the end of this tough year.

Each Sunday there's a line-up of holiday surprises, discounts and giveaways, alongside 275 of LA's favorite creative artisans & vintage dealers, delicious food & beverage options and live music.

The admission price is $6 for anyone over the age of 12, but we're offering opportunities for people to get in for free:

FIRST HOUR FREE ADMISSION

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If you're an L.A. early bird, come to the Melrose Trading Post for free during the first hour of operations. Starting in December, MTP's hours are 10AM-5PM, so get here between 10-11AM to receive a free admission hand stamp for all day re-entry.

FREE ADMISSION FOR DONATION -  Mágico Toy Drive - November 26th through December 10th
We've partnered with Mágico Toy Drive (by Fairfax High School Alumna, Virginia Bulacio) as a collection location.  Bring a new, unwrapped toy to MTP, and you'll get into the market for free all day long!

Experience an immersive outdoor holiday market, including:

Free Professional Photo with Santa Claus from 12-3PM on December 3rd, 10th & 17th.

Artist Corie Mattie (AKA the L.A. Hope Dealer) will be live-painting a Peace Mural from 11AM-12PM on December 3rd.

Artist-Made Photo Opps - Including a Mirror Wall for Selfies!

Pop-Up Performances by the cast of Little Women Ballet on December 10th & 24th

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Sunday, December 24th - Christmas Eve - Holiday Fun with a Little Twist:

• Jack & Sally from the Nightmare Before Christmas will roam and take photos from 12-3PM
• Holiday Carolers & Pop-up Performers

Full event details can be found here: http://www.melrosetradingpost.org/merry-melrose

Event Location: Fairfax High School - 7850 Melrose Avenue, L.A., CA

About the Melrose Trading Post:
The Melrose Trading Post is a program of Greenway Arts Alliance (GAA), a community-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect communities through art, culture, and local commerce.
The Melrose Trading Post is an arts-based marketplace held every Sunday at Fairfax High  with 275 local creative vendors, delicious food and live music.