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Happy 250th Birthday, America. 🇺🇸❤️

As we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday today, we’re reflecting on another milestone that means the 🌎 to us.

Just a few days ago, on July 1st, East Palo Alto celebrated its 43rd birthday. It was an incredible honor for “I ❤️ EPA” to spend that day with THE CULTURE KEEPERS —young leaders who are learning, preserving, and carrying forward the stories that built our city.

Seeing the next generation ask questions, share ideas, and proudly wear “I ❤️ EPA” merchandise reminded us that a community’s greatest legacy isn’t just its history—it’s the people willing to protect it and pass it on.

To the Culture Keepers, 🙏🏽 thank you for welcoming us, listening to our story, and inspiring us with yours. 💯💯💯 The handwritten notes, conversations, and encouragement meant more than you know.

We’re also grateful to imelda_benavides and everyone at the EPACENTER for creating a space where history, culture, and community continue to thrive.

As America celebrates 250 years, and East Palo Alto celebrates 43 years, we’re reminded that every generation has a responsibility: to honor those who came before us while making sure the next generation has something even greater to inherit.

The torch has been passed. 🕯️

And we’re proud to help carry it.

From our family to yours—Happy Independence Day. ❤️🇺🇸

Be sure to follow the EPA Community Archive and stay tapped in with the EPACENTER for upcoming community programs. We’re honored to continue supporting this movement and can’t wait to see you along the road. 🛣️


“Keeping the culture, one ❤️ at a time”

The year changed.
The message stayed solid.

Peace From the East — a reminder that strength, growth, and unity come from where we’re rooted.

The Nine Quad (94303) — more than an area code, it’s a way of life.

These capsules represent East Palo Alto culture, history, and forward motion.
Designed with intention.
Built for the community.
Made for us, by us.

New Year capsules are live now.
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#94303 NewYearDrop HometownPride

TOMORROW! 📍 Juneteenth at Stanford Health Care!!
We’re proud to celebrate FREEDOM DAY with Stanford Health Care and the BEAM TEAM — a Black Employees & Allies Employee Resource Group working to uplift, unite, and empower the community. ✊🏾

🗓️ Thursday, June 19, 2025
📍 500 Pasteur Drive, Stanford, CA 94304
(Bass Promenade – between 300 & 500 Pasteur buildings)
⏰ 11AM – 2PM (vendors will be set up by 10:30AM)

🎶 Music
🍗 Waffle Roost Food Truck
🛍️ Black-owned businesses like ours, proudly repping the culture
🎉 Dancing & community love!

Come tap in with us— we’ll be in full effect with:
🧢 Snapbacks
🩴 Slides
🧼 Rugs
🔥 Exclusive merch from our website — available on hand!

💸 Mention this post for a special discount while supplies last.

This moment means everything — representing our roots and our future at one of the most prestigious institutions in the world. Let’s honor our freedom with unity, purpose, and power.

Tariffs? Recession? Not touching us.
We’re fully stocked, fully local—and summer is heating up.

The I ❤️ EPA snapback has been the city’s favorite for a reason 🙏🏾 Now it’s yours for less. 🫡

Use code TARIFFPROOF for 20% OFF all “I ❤️EPA” SnapBack hats 📱 Only available at www.iluvepa.net | No excuses. Just love for the town.

“Start with how you want to finish—by envisioning your goal and ensuring every step reflects the future you’re creating, as Stephen Covey says: ‘Begin with the end in mind.’”

As we wrap up an incredible year, on this 🙏🏾 All Glory to 🙏🏾
I Love EPA is dedicated to finishing #2024 with passion and purpose, just as we started!!! 🎯 We’re excited to announce the release of our final capsule for this year—a collection that celebrates the resilience and beauty of our East Palo Alto community.

(READ ENTIRE ARTICLE TO SEE WHAT WE DID WITH THE TO CHANGE THE NARRATIVE) But we’re not stopping there!

🎉 New Years, New Capsules 🎉
In 2025, we’ll introduce a new capsule every month, combining timeless designs with bold creativity. Each piece will tell a story of community pride, unity, and progress.

Stay tuned for what’s next—because the best way to honor where we come from is to keep building where we’re going. 🌍 💪🏾 Let’s finish 2024 strong and make 2025 unforgettable together.

View our entire “City Seal” Collection Here on shop Shop & Always at the WWW.ILUVEPA.NET

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“It always seems impossible until it’s done” - Nelson Mandela

🎉 Dive into the season with our Exclusive Super Bundle’s - a sizzling collection of style & comfort for the ❤️ of the city!

Each HAT bundle includes:

- (5) “I ❤️ Epa” SnapBack Hats of your choice - not just hats, but a statement! (Valued at $265)
- That’s a whopping $265 value for ONLY $100 - yes, you read that right, over 60% OFF!
🧢 Only 53 of each hat’s are made - grab one of these exclusive pieces before they’re gone!

Each Car Mat bundle includes:

- A full set of “I ❤️ Epa” Car Mats - step into luxury! (Valued at $53)
- 👟 And the cherry on top? A pair of slides, FREE! Choose any size! (Valued at $35)
That’s a $88 value for ONLY $53 - yes, you read that right, 40% OFF! 💸

But hurry, this deal melts away with the summer sun and is only available until sold out!

🛍️ Shop now and make your summer unforgettable! 🛍️

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“Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought.” – Albert Einstein

We wanna thank from the bottom of our EPA ❤️s for believing in the collective ideas we’ve sparked over the past years on our pursuit to success, leadership & entrepreneurship.

Thanks to all individuals/small businesses involved on this journey to in our community

East Palo Alto, California has a rich history of entrepreneurship.


During the mid-to-late 1800s, entrepreneur Isaiah Woods attempted to turn the area into a shipping town. Later, Lester Cooley built a brick factory in the area now known as Cooley’s Landing that turned the town into a manufacturing region for some time

Drop a ❤️ In the comments section if you enjoy facts from our

Our highly anticipated
“ I ❤️ EPA SnapBack “ is set for release early February #2024 | Get ready this year!!

But wait, there’s more ❤️ We have coming to the store!!!

It’s never too late, to be great! Esp when your from | But don’t miss the drop, you know where to shop