November 19, 2015
Small Business Saturday, November 28th
The LA Fashion District is proud to support Small Business Saturday, the day dedicated to celebrating small local businesses. The Fashion District has over 4,000 small businesses many of which are retailers who will be open on November 28th for Small Business Saturday.
Here's what you can do to support these businesses:
GO OUT AND SHOP: Do your holiday shopping at small businesses in the Fashion District to show your support.
SHARE YOUR SUPPORT: Show your love for your favorite Fashion District businesses on social media using "#ShopSmall #LAFashionDistrict" to get friends and family to participate.
JOIN IN: Visit ShopSmall.com to get more ideas on what you can do for the day.
Created by American Express in 2010, Small Business Saturday serves as the ceremonial kickoff to the holiday shopping season for small businesses across the country. The LA Fashion District recognizes the importance of supporting small businesses, the jobs they help create, and the culture they instill in local communities. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, as of 2014, small businesses nationwide accounted for 63% of net new private-sector jobs created and represented 99.7% of all employer firms.
If you our any business you know is offering discounts or hosting an event for Small Business Saturday, please contact Ariana Gomez at ariana@fashiondistrict.org.
Join us on November 28th and Shop Small!
Holiday Sample Sales
Holiday sample sales are back! Shop discounted designer goods every Friday in November and December until Christmas. Holiday Sample Sale dates are November 20 and 27 and December 4, 11, and 18. We will be posting sales on Facebook and Twitter as they are announced. If you would like to have your sample sale announced please contact Ariana Gomez at ariana@fashiondistrict.org.
October 2015 Trash Tonnage Report
Small Business Expo Attracts Thousands to the California Market Center
The LA Business Journal reports thousands of entrepreneurs came to the California Market Center on Thursday, November 5, 2015 for the Small Business Expo. The expo offered more than 30 workshops on topics like financing, email marketing, building websites, selling businesses, and how to optimize cash flow with technology. Read the full article here.
Where Would You Like to See Bike Share in DTLA?
Metro is partnering with the City of Los Angeles to launch the Downtown Los Angeles Metro Countywide Bike Share Pilot Program in Summer 2016. The Pilot Program will feature up to 1,000 bicycles and 80 stations in Downtown Los Angeles. Visit Metro.net/bikeshareto view the Bike Share map showing proposed station locations. Tell Metro why you like or dislike a location directly on the map. The deadline for comments is Thursday, December 31, 2015.
LADWP Informational Workshop on Proposed 5-Year Rate Increase for Major Account Customers
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is requesting a five-year rate change that seeks modest rate increases each year based on the following investment priorities:
- Replacing and upgrading aging water and power infrastructure to ensure reliability.
- Transitioning water and power supplies to meet regulatory mandates and sustainability goals by expanding renewable energy, local water supplies, energy efficiency and water conservation.
- Improving customer service.
To learn more about the proposed rate increases, please RSVP to attend one of the following workshops hosted by the Major Accounts Team, Continental Breakfast is provided.
Wednesday, December 2, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Saticoy Yard Conference Center 14401 Saticoy Street Van Nuys, CA 91405
Thursday, December 3, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Downtown Los Angeles John Ferraro Building, Room 1514 111 North Hope Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
Farmer's Market
Every Saturday, 9a-2p
Enjoy fresh produce, gourmet food, flowers, and entertainment at The Wall Farmer's Market, located on Wall Street between 8th and 7th Streets. Food, flowers, farmers, and fun!
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