Sweet Finds at Sunset Swap Meet and Drive In

Sunset Drive In is one of about twenty drive in movie theaters still running in California. Always a double feature, always starts at dusk. Nachos with mystery cheese sauce and extra jalapenos, giant cokes, and hot dogs, and every kind of candy. And, yes, they do play the dancing snack commercial to remind us when to go the lobby..."and get ourselves a treat!". Just about perfect.

On Sunday mornings, Sunset Swap Meet takes over.
You have your regular sellers, those clearing out the garage, fresh fruit from the orange guy, cactus and every kind of pepper, fresh tamales, dates and succulents, every kind of plant and flower direct from local growers, along with vintage motorcycle parts, Our Lady of Guadalupe handbags, perfectly worn in jeans, a new-to-you seat for your Schwinn, Steve Madden heels that just might be your size, and have that spare key for the back door made while you are there- finally.
A lovely mix of things you want and things you need.

And the people? Worth the $1 admission price alone. From sellers to shoppers, regulars to those just passing through- I do love my swap meet folks! From every walk and every where. Lori Baker is shown with her son, Javi, and handpainted suitcases. Email her at lori.baker (at) hotmail.com to purchase. Tamale de Tono makes just about the best tamales around. Fresh horchata, too! You can order your own by calling 805.406.0471. Roman of Castaways resale shop in Morro Bay finds some treasures, too.

Where: 255 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo, California (805) 544-4475 When: Sunday mornings. Get there by 6am if you want a good spot to sell. Shoppers start at 5:30am (yes, really) but most come in with the sunrise. Just about over by 11am. How Much: $20 for a large space to sell ($40 for produce), $1 to walk in and shop

See you there!


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