Holidays and celebrations around the world bring a sense of joy and excitement. Whatever the season, whatever the reason, populations create their own unique way of expressing the day.
Here, our holiday season sets off a frenzy of shopping and eating. There is no better place to shop to see the cultural interpretations of celebrations and do some gift shopping at the same time than at Ten Thousand Villages in Pasadena. There you can find unique items from around the world representing all cultures and beliefs.
Ten Thousand Villages is a fair-trade store that impacts artisans and their families around the world who would likely remain in a cycle of poverty if not for the work and investment provided by fair trade stores. Partnering with artisans in developing countries allows these populations to earn income by bringing their products and stories to the market place.
Ten Thousand Villages fair trade partnerships ensure makers earn a fair, living wage in safe working conditions, empower women and marginalized communities, put food on their tables, allow children to stay healthy and go to school and allow families to build homes and save for the future.
For complete information on Ten Thousand Villages, see their products and learn about the artisans, visit their website at pasadena@tenthousandvillages.com.
Ten Thousand Villages is located at: 567 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena. Parking is behind the store.
Help to break a cycle of generational poverty and impact social change through your holiday giving, or any time.
