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Big Blue Thrift Store Opens Saturday

Proceeds from the sale of gently used clothing, accessories and other items will benefit Swampscott's five public school PTOs.

 

On Saturday, Jan. 21st the Big Blue Bargains thrift store is scheduled to open its doors at the located at 207 Forest Avenue. The store will be staffed by PTA volunteers and all proceeds will benefit projects, programs and events of the five public school’s PTOs (Parent/Teacher Organizations) in town.

The goal of Big Blue Bargains is to establish a continuous resource of funds to enhance educational programs in the Swampscott Public Schools.  The thrift store will provide good quality, used items for reasonable prices, as well as provide a way for residents and surrounding communities to recycle and reuse.

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Big Blue Bargains has been modeled after the Magic Hat thrift store in Marblehead (which has raised over $200,000) and others across the country that raise money exclusively for educational programs. The Magic Hat staff has been very supportive and helpful throughout our start-up process. 

When visiting Big Blue Bargains, you can expect to find gently used clothing and accessories for adults and children with some designer items and new pieces, books, movies, sports equipment, unique and antique items, and a variety of household goods and decorations.

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Donations can be dropped off during hours of operation. If you donate an item of high value, please bring along any pertinent information so it can be appropriately priced. 

Items accepted are adult and children’s clothing & shoes as well as housewares, books, movies, furniture, small appliances, sports equipment and various other items.  We gladly accept monetary donations as well.  No safety equipment, baby items, appliances such as televisions, computers and printers will be accepted.

Store hours are scheduled for Wednesdays 9 a.m. -11 a.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. every week. The store entrance is the blue door located around the back of the Middle School gym/cafeteria entrance.   

Please contact bigbluebargains@gmail.com with any questions.

 


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