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The Masonic Temple in Salinas, CA, is a versatile venue that caters to a range of events, including weddings and private functions, while also hosting a variety of shows and performances. It offers tours of its historic building and serves as a certified Qualified Film Production Facility in its region. Committed to accessibility, the Masonic Temple ensures that all guests can enjoy their experiences, providing support for those using assistive technologies. The venue also offers premium seating options and a detailed calendar for upcoming events. Generated from the website

Eight farmers, who all believed in a few simple values, founded Growers Express in 1987. Its partners have taken three generations of knowledge and respect for the land and have developed it into one of the nation's largest suppliers of fresh vegetables. Since its founding, over 95 percent of its 15 million cartons grown and shipped annually are still grown by its own partners. Headquartered in the Salinas Valley, Calif., its total year-round ground base exceeds 40,000 acres. To offer its 40-plus items on a year-round basis, it has also grown in Huron, Santa Maria and Oxnard, Calif., as well as Yuma, Ariz., Mexico and Peru. Its largest volume items include iceberg lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, green onions, celery, asparagus and leaf lettuces, all of which are complimented with a full line of bunched items. Growers Express also offers strawberries and several packs to round out its line. Growers Express is a privately-owned company that employs nearly 55 people.