The first group of Vons shoppers gather outside the Nipomo Vons just prior to its opening, September 20, 2000 at 8:00 a.m.

For decades the community of Nipomo was without a major grocery store chain.  Some may have thought that quaint–I was not one of them.  Finally, in September 2000, Nipomo came of age and Vons opened its doors.  I was the outgoing President of the Nipomo Chamber of Commerce at the time.  I attended that opening and took the following photos of that historic event here in Nipomo. Nipomo continues to grow and change; but, Vons’ opening was one of the most significant events in its history.  More photos after the jump. Continue reading →