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Category: Merchants Doing Good

Meet the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board – Leading the Way
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Oct 21 , 2025 /

Meet the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board – Leading the Way

A big thank you to everyone who cast their ballot and took part in this year’s La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board of Directors election! Your...
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Let’s Get Out the Vote! Elections Take Place October 6-7
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Oct 01 , 2025 /

Let’s Get Out the Vote! Elections Take Place October 6-7

Did you know that nearly every business in La Jolla Village has the opportunity to vote in the LJVMA Board of Directors election? These board members shape the...
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When Business Meets Purpose: Belle Sirène Shows How La Jolla Village Does Good:
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodUncategorizedWhat’s New? / Aug 22 , 2025 /

When Business Meets Purpose: Belle Sirène Shows How La Jolla Village Does Good:

A local salon's wellness morning raises $1,000 for pet rescues in 2.5 hours La Jolla Village has always been known for its stunning coastline, world-class...
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La Jolla Artist Concetta Antico featured in podcast, In the Art Scene
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Aug 12 , 2025 /

La Jolla Artist Concetta Antico featured in podcast, In the Art Scene

The latest episode of In The Art Scene shines a spotlight on Concetta Antico — celebrated artist, master teacher, and tetrachromat — as she shares her...
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September 5 Deadline to Self Nominate for the LJVMA 2025-2026 Board!
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Aug 11 , 2025 /

September 5 Deadline to Self Nominate for the LJVMA 2025-2026 Board!

If you've ever thought about serving on the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board of Directors, now is the perfect time.  Our 2025 Election Timeline and...
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Let’s Get Out the Vote! Elections Take Place October 1-2
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 10 , 2024 /

Let’s Get Out the Vote! Elections Take Place October 1-2

Did you know that nearly every business in La Jolla Village has the opportunity to vote in the LJVMA Board of Directors election? These board members shape the...
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September 8 Deadline to Self Nominate for the LJVMA 2024-2025 Board!
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Aug 12 , 2024 /

September 8 Deadline to Self Nominate for the LJVMA 2024-2025 Board!

If you've ever thought about serving on the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board of Directors, now is the perfect time.  Our Election Timeline and Self...
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LJVMA Elects 7 New Board Members – Fresh Faces, New Energy
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Oct 20 , 2023 /

LJVMA Elects 7 New Board Members – Fresh Faces, New Energy

While 13 candidates ran for the seven open seats on the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board of Directors, there were seven who captured the attention...
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Let’s Get Out the Vote! Elections Take Place October 2 – 4
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 28 , 2023 /

Let’s Get Out the Vote! Elections Take Place October 2 – 4

Did you know that almost every business located in La Jolla Village can cast a ballot and help choose the LJVMA Board of Directors? Your board members make...
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Meet Your 2023 -2025 Board of Directors Candidates – Elections Take Place October 2 – 4
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 13 , 2023 /

Meet Your 2023 -2025 Board of Directors Candidates – Elections Take Place October 2 – 4

It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have 13 candidates running for 6 open board seats.  There are 3 incumbents...
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5 Tips to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint When Traveling to La Jolla
Merchants Doing GoodVisit & Stay / Jul 25 , 2023 /

5 Tips to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint When Traveling to La Jolla

Out of the nearly 29 million tourists that visit San Diego each year, a significant portion are attracted by the seaside village of La Jolla. Dubbed “The Jewel...
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La Jolla Restaurants Serve Up Sustainable Seafood
Eat, Drink & Be MerryMerchants Doing Good / Jul 25 , 2023 /

La Jolla Restaurants Serve Up Sustainable Seafood

As we celebrate the Ocean this month at First Friday Art Walk and as part of we look at what it means for a seafood restaurant to be sustainable, it means that...
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Is Your Website Putting You at Risk? Let’s find out!
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing Good / Jun 12 , 2023 /

Is Your Website Putting You at Risk? Let’s find out!

La Jolla Village Merchants Association in partnership with AccessiBe is proud to offer FREE online training to help small businesses understand the need to add...
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Rady’s and La Jolla Village – The Perfect Partnership for Giving Back
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / May 03 , 2023 /

Rady’s and La Jolla Village – The Perfect Partnership for Giving Back

This year La Jolla Village is partnering with Rady Children's Hospital to raise funds to support the miraculous patients, parents, staff, programs, and...
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Rady’s Means Business –  Shop for a Great Cause April 29 – May 7
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing Good / Mar 21 , 2023 /

Rady’s Means Business – Shop for a Great Cause April 29 – May 7

Rady Children's is teaming up with La Jolla Village Merchants in a highly publicized cause-marketing promotion aimed at both raising funds for Rady's patients...
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Is Your Website Putting You at Risk?
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing Good / Feb 16 , 2023 /

Is Your Website Putting You at Risk?

La Jolla Village Merchants Association in partnership with AccessiBe is proud to offer FREE online training on Wednesday, February 22 at 1:00 PM and Thursday,...
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LJVMA’s Ongoing Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing Good / Feb 14 , 2023 /

LJVMA’s Ongoing Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

In 2020, La Jolla Village Merchants Association developed a Diversity Task Force that developed strategies to build a more diverse organization.  Goals were...
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Winning Windows Announced: Merchant Holiday Windows Rise Above the Rest
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Dec 28 , 2022 /

Winning Windows Announced: Merchant Holiday Windows Rise Above the Rest

Holiday decor, festive lights, and music have been adding to the ambiance of La Jolla Village since before Thanksgiving.  However, some merchants embrace the...
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Twelve Days of Giveaways Brings Joy to Lucky Winners!
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Dec 28 , 2022 /

Twelve Days of Giveaways Brings Joy to Lucky Winners!

It was a lucky holiday for 12 fans of La Jolla by the Sea as our Twelve Days of Giveaways attracted hundreds of people to our social and digital media sites....
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Our Gift to You x 12! Enter to Win Twelve Days of Giveaways!
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Nov 28 , 2022 /

Our Gift to You x 12! Enter to Win Twelve Days of Giveaways!

This holiday season we invite you to enter La Jolla Village Merchants Association's first-ever 12 Days of Giveaways featuring incredible prizes from La...
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Voting Now Open for 2022 -2024 Board of Directors
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 16 , 2022 /

Voting Now Open for 2022 -2024 Board of Directors

It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have 14 candidates running for 12 open board seats.  There are 9 incumbents...
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LJVMA Hosts Restaurant Zoom Meeting to Introduce App
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 12 , 2022 /

LJVMA Hosts Restaurant Zoom Meeting to Introduce App

I hope your summer has been super successful.  The village and hotels have been busy as ever and we know that means good things for our restaurant community....
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Taste of La Jolla is BACK! Restaurants Invited to Take Part
Eat, Drink & Be MerryMerchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 07 , 2022 /

Taste of La Jolla is BACK! Restaurants Invited to Take Part

La Jolla Village Restaurants are invited to take part in the first major event of the La Jolla High School Foundation since COVID! Participating restaurants...
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Captains Wanted – Get to Know Your Neighbors
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Aug 29 , 2022 /

Captains Wanted – Get to Know Your Neighbors

La Jolla Village Merchant’s Association is excited to relaunch its popular peer-to-peer Block Captain program. Anyone can be a Block Captain --  even people...
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You’re Invited to Coast Walk Trail Clean Up and Gathering of Friends
Events & Family FunMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Jul 01 , 2022 /

You’re Invited to Coast Walk Trail Clean Up and Gathering of Friends

La Jolla is celebrating the spirit of Hakuna Matata all summer long in partnership with the return of the Broadway San Diego's production of Disney's #1...
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PRIDE Themed Art Walk Features Five LGBTQ+ Organizations
Merchants Doing GoodUncategorizedWhat’s New? / Jun 03 , 2022 /

PRIDE Themed Art Walk Features Five LGBTQ+ Organizations

Five LGBTQ+ organizations will be featured at the June 3 PRIDE themed Art Walk.  Click on their logo below to go to their website and learn more. Participating...
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La Jolla Mutt Strut – Lace Up, Leash Up, Party on!!
Events & Family FunMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Apr 15 , 2022 /

La Jolla Mutt Strut – Lace Up, Leash Up, Party on!!

La Jolla Mutt Strut is a pet-friendly event for all dog lovers in town. It is presented by the Foundation of La Jolla High School. It is kicked off with a...
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LJVMA’s New President to Lead All Female Executive Board
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Nov 29 , 2021 /

LJVMA’s New President to Lead All Female Executive Board

La Jolla Village Merchants Association has elected long-time resident and luxury real estate professional Amber Anderson to serve as the 2021-2022 Board of...
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Voting Now Open for 2021 Board of Directors
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 20 , 2021 /

Voting Now Open for 2021 Board of Directors

It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have ten candidates running for this year's board.  There are 8 incumbents...
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Pillage the Village is Back!
Events & Family FunMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 15 , 2021 /

Pillage the Village is Back!

We are happy to announce that the La Jolla Village Merchant's trick or treating extravaganza -- known as Pillage the Village is back after a pandemic hiatus....
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September 3 Deadline to Self Nominate for the LJVMA 2021-2022 Board!
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Aug 25 , 2021 /

September 3 Deadline to Self Nominate for the LJVMA 2021-2022 Board!

If you've ever thought about serving on the La Jolla Village Merchants Association Board of Directors, now is the perfect time.  Self Nomination forms were...
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We’re Having a Costume Drive – Help Children in Need
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Aug 02 , 2021 /

We’re Having a Costume Drive – Help Children in Need

This fall, La Jolla Village Merchants Association is proud to partner with San Diego Family Justice Center by hosting a "Halloween Costume Drive" for some very...
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Limelight: Encelia Hair
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodShop & Save / Jun 24 , 2021 /

Limelight: Encelia Hair

This week we are putting the spotlight on Encelia Hair! Read on to learn about the owner’s incredible story behind the business and how her clients inspire...
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Matching Merchants to Live Entertainment – Buskers in the Village
Events & Family FunMerchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Apr 27 , 2021 /

Matching Merchants to Live Entertainment – Buskers in the Village

As we slowly emerge from a live entertainment coma, it's great to see musicians out and about adding ambiance to public spaces and places.  COVID hit both...
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Enhance La Jolla Day is a Beautiful Thing
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Mar 30 , 2021 /

Enhance La Jolla Day is a Beautiful Thing

We welcomed Spring with our inaugural Enhance La Jolla Day! On March 20th, our community came together on Girard Avenue and took part in two different...
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Join us at Enhance La Jolla Day – March 20 from 7 to 11 AM
Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Mar 10 , 2021 /

Join us at Enhance La Jolla Day – March 20 from 7 to 11 AM

Celebrate the first day of spring with some hands-on community service as La Jolla Village Merchants Association joins other community groups to beautify the...
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Restaurants Invited to Take Part in Takeout Event March 22 -25 – But Space is Limited
Eat, Drink & Be MerryEvents & Family FunMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Jan 28 , 2021 /

Restaurants Invited to Take Part in Takeout Event March 22 -25 – But Space is Limited

Sixteen lucky La Jolla Village restaurants will be given the chance to show off their takeout options and participate in a brand new COVID friendly event to...
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Welcome to our New and Re-elected Board Members!
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Oct 16 , 2020 /

Welcome to our New and Re-elected Board Members!

Six returning and three brand new board members have been elected to the LJVMA Board of Directors.  You can read more about them here and get to know them each...
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Voting Now Open for Board of Directors
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 28 , 2020 /

Voting Now Open for Board of Directors

It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have nine candidates running for this year's board.  There are 6 incumbents...
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Meet Our Board Candidates
Merchants AssociationMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Sep 08 , 2020 /

Meet Our Board Candidates

It's election time at La Jolla Village Merchants Association and we are thrilled to have nine candidates for nine open seats.  There are 6 incumbents running...
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Smallgoods Has Big Cheese Hopes
Coronavirus - COVID-19Eat, Drink & Be MerryMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Apr 26 , 2020 /

Smallgoods Has Big Cheese Hopes

Jenny and Mike Eastwood thought their dream had come true. After four years of selling their artisan American-made cheeses solely at the La Jolla Open Aire...
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Girard Avenue retailers stay virtually open
Coronavirus - COVID-19Merchants Doing GoodShop & SaveWhat’s New? / Apr 25 , 2020 /

Girard Avenue retailers stay virtually open

You still can’t visit Rangoni Shoes or J.McLaughlin, but they can visit you. Both Girard Avenue stores are using the internet for sales promotions this coming...
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Dog days for La Jolla Veterinary Hospital
Coronavirus - COVID-19Merchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Apr 10 , 2020 /

Dog days for La Jolla Veterinary Hospital

[caption id="attachment_7530" align="alignleft" width="454"] Stephanie Coolidge, hospital administrator for La Jolla Veterinary Hospital, poses with her dog,...
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Sugar & Scribe & everything superheroic
Coronavirus - COVID-19Eat, Drink & Be MerryMerchants Doing GoodWhat’s New? / Apr 10 , 2020 /

Sugar & Scribe & everything superheroic

[caption id="attachment_7528" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Chef Maeve Rochford of Sugar & Scribe (inset) delivers fresh Sandwiches for Superheroes...
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