Beyond the Baby Blues Tea & Brunch Featuring The Village Community Market

An Afternoon of Community, Connection & Purpose

Join Elijah's Open Arms Foundation and Mama Kawsay Birthing & Wellness Co. for an afternoon designed to bring our community together through great food, local shopping, meaningful connections, and a shared mission of supporting mothers and families.

Whether you're looking to enjoy an elegant brunch, discover local businesses, connect with healthcare professionals, or spend the day with family exploring our outdoor market, there's something for everyone.

This event features two unique experiences:

The Tea & Brunch Experience

A ticketed indoor experience

Enjoy a beautifully prepared brunch while connecting with parents, healthcare professionals, birth workers, community leaders, and local organizations in an intimate setting designed for conversation and connection.

The Village Community Market

FREE & Open to the Public

Bring the whole family and explore our outdoor community market featuring local vendors, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, artisans, food, community resources, giveaways, and family-friendly activities.

Whether you join us for one experience or both, you'll be supporting programs that help strengthen families throughout the Inland Empire.

The Tea & Brunch Experience

Ticket Required

Your ticket includes:

• Catered brunch
• Tea service
• Reserved indoor seating
• Networking with parents, doulas, nurses, physicians, midwives, therapists, social workers, and community leaders
• Giveaways
• Access to maternal wellness resources
• Inspiring conversations in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere

The Tea & Brunch Experience was intentionally created as a smaller gathering where guests can enjoy meaningful conversations, build relationships, and connect with others who share a passion for supporting mothers and families.

To preserve the atmosphere, this indoor experience is recommended for adults and older teens. Guests are encouraged to arrange childcare if possible.

The Village Community Market

FREE & Open to the Public

Everyone is welcome.

Spend the afternoon shopping local businesses, meeting community organizations, discovering family resources, and supporting entrepreneurs making a difference in our community.

The Village Community Market features:

• Local small businesses
• Handmade products
• Health and wellness vendors
• Maternal and family resources
• Nonprofit organizations
• Healthcare providers
• Community services
• Giveaways
• Family-friendly activities

No ticket is required to attend the Community Market.

Vendor Opportunities

Showcase your business while connecting with hundreds of families and community members throughout the Inland Empire.

We're welcoming businesses, nonprofits, healthcare providers, artisans, wellness professionals, and organizations whose mission supports women, children, families, and our local community.

Vendor spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Become a sponsor and help make this event possible while demonstrating your commitment to improving maternal and family wellness.

Sponsors receive recognition through event marketing, social media, printed materials, event signage, and community outreach while helping expand programs that provide support, education, and resources to pregnant and postpartum families.

Your partnership helps us continue building a stronger, healthier community.

Every Ticket Gives Back

Proceeds from The Tea & Brunch Experience directly benefit Elijah's Open Arms Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing safe beginnings and restoring hope for mothers and their children.

Funds raised help provide:

• Emergency doula support
• Transportation assistance
• Baby essentials
• Diapers
• Maternal wellness education
• Community referrals
• Support for uninsured and underserved families

Every ticket purchased helps ensure more families receive the care, support, and resources they deserve.

Who Should Attend?

This event is for everyone who believes in the power of community.

We welcome expecting parents, new parents, grandparents, healthcare professionals, doulas, midwives, therapists, social workers, community health workers, case managers, local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and anyone looking to connect, learn, and support families in our community.

Whether you're joining us for The Tea & Brunch Experience, spending the afternoon at The Village Community Market, or both, we look forward to welcoming you.

Because when a community comes together, every family has a stronger village. 💜