WHAT:	In a continued show of community support, The Original Farmers Market plans to host multiple health and wellness clinics in the days leading up to the 4th of July holiday.     On Wednesday, June 30, the Market will host its second COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and Rite-Aid.  Both the Pfizer (1st and 2nd shot) and the Johnson and Johnson vaccines will be available. Anyone who receives their COVID-19 vaccination at The Original Farmers Market will automatically be entered into a drawing for one $500 Original Farmers Market gift certificate, or one of ten $100 Original Farmers Market gift certificates.     Then, on Thursday, July 1 and Friday, July 2, The Original Farmers Market will host the Cedars-Sinai Bloodmobile Bus on site for urgently needed free blood donations. Testing for COVID-19 antibodies is included for all who successfully donate blood, and Cedars-Sinai will provide each donor a complimentary health screening, which includes blood pressure assessment, iron/hematocrit reading, temperature and pulse reading.     All donors will receive a FREE pickle from Kaylin and Kaylin and will be entered into a drawing for a $40 Original Farmers Market gift certificate.
WHEN:	Vaccine Clinic:  Wednesday, June 30  8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.    Blood Drive:  Thursday, July 1 and Friday, July 2  10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:	The Original Farmers Market  Farmers Market Plaza (in front of Clock Tower)  6333 W. Third Street  Los Angeles, CA 90036
APPOINTMENT DETAILS:	To make an appointment for the free COVID-19 Vaccine, visit: https://farmersmarketla.com/events/covid-19-vaccine-clinic    To make an appointment for the Blood Drive on Thursday, visit: https://www.donatebloodcedars.org/index.cfm?group=op&expand=6366&zc=90036   To make an appointment for the Blood Drive on Friday, visit: https://www.donatebloodcedars.org/index.cfm?group=op&expand=6368&zc=90036     Walk ups are welcome and encouraged.
ELIGIBILITY AND FINE PRINT:	Blood Donations are encouraged for anyone 17 and older; 16-year-olds may also donate blood with parental consent. Candidates must weigh at least 110 lbs. and be in good general health.     Anyone 12 years and older is eligible to receive the COVID vaccine. Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for consent.    The COVID-19 vaccine is FREE regardless of insurance, immigration status or residency. No purchase necessary. Drawing for Farmers Market Gift Certificates will take place on July 5; drawing dates and rules for the State of California prizes vary. For more information, visit https://covid19.ca.gov/vax-for-the-win.     A FREE all-day parking pass for The Original Farmers Market surface lots and a Farmers Market tote bag will be provided to all vaccine clinic participants.

About The Original Farmers Market: 

The Original Farmers Market has been Los Angeles’ favorite gathering place since 1934. With more than 100 grocers, retailers and restaurants—as well as year-round activities for the whole family—the Farmers Market is a beloved place for locals and one of the top tourist destinations in Los Angeles.  For more information, visit www.farmersmarketla.com. Follow the Farmers Market on Facebook at facebook.com/farmersmarketla, Instagram at Instagram.com/farmersmarketla, and Twitter at @FarmersMarketLA.   

 

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