‘Brighter Tomorrows,’ Our 2026 Authors Event with Boutique Shopping – TICKET SALES OPEN SEPTEMBER 1ST
Yes, we are having another Authors Event as our Fall Fundraiser! This one will feature authors who specialize in Los Angeles and mid century modernism. It was a fascinating time in Los Angeles history and we feel it ties in well with our upcoming 60th birthday. That’s right, Las Candalistas has been serving the South Bay community since 1967!
FEATURING
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.
AND MORE!
Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne! Plus a full cash bar is available.
Includes a delicious buffet lunch of lemon herb grilled chicken, grilled salmon fillet, green salad, vegetable kebab skewers, cranberry jasmine rice, and cucumber spears. In keeping with our mid-modernism theme, we are offering classic desserts from the 1950’s: pineapple upside down cake and assorted jellos.
Featuring the popular LC Marketplace: Sweet Shoppe; Jams & Jellies (including the popular Cranberry Jalapeno Jelly); LC Creations; Found Treasures; and more!
Plus specialty boutique Vendors. Some you’ll recognize, some will be new! Including: Classy Bag Lady, Mrs. Hovie’s Toffee; Colleen Berg Jewelry; Jaqueline B. Clothing; AR Workshop; Rock Goddess Jewelry; Kash LLC (scarves & other accessories); Dale Michele (clothing); Art Couture (clothing); Karim Collections (clothing & jewelry)
Looking for an interesting getaway? Or gift? We’re offering these unique and exciting Buy-it-Now exeriences at our event:
LAS VEGAS Getaway and THE SPHERE: Next-Generation Entertainment in Las Vegas for Three Days & Two Nights at Your Choice of Either Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, the Venetian or the Palazzo for Two, Including a $500 Gift Card Toward Tickets for a Show at the Sphere (Land Only)
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY IN NEW YORK: Rockettes Holiday Spectacular: This Christmas Spectacular is a beloved holiday tradition captivating audiences for generations! Imagine you and your friend, spouse, daughter, mother- Fifth Avenue Windows glittering with lights, The Rockefeller Christmas Tree glowing over the crowds, Music, Snowflakes, and Holiday wonder filling the air. New York during the holidays feels like stepping into a story book and this experience puts you right in the heart of it! (Limited to certain dates in November and December 2026-2027, Land Only)
Includes: 2 mezzanine tickets to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes. 2 night stay at the Hilton Midtown New York (moments from Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, Central Park, and the Radio City Music Hall). Winspire booking and concierge service makes planning a breeze. (land only)
Ticket sales open September 1st, stay tuned!
When: Thursday, October, 22nd, 2026
Time: 10:00-3:00 **Vendors open at 9:00, come early and avoid the rush!
Where: NEW LOCATION: The DoubleTree Hotel 2800 Via Cabrillo Marina, San Pedro.
Plenty of free parking!
