Sneakers, boots, heels, and sandals fill aisle after aisle. Most shoes look like they’ve barely touched pavement. Home decorating enthusiasts will need extra time to explore the housewares wonderland.

The people-watching alone is worth the price of admission, as the swap meet attracts a cross-section of Southern California that no other venue can match. Families make outings of their visits, with ...

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