Looking for bargains and treasures in New Westminster? Don't miss the upcoming thrift sale on Saturday, March 28 at Century House.
The annual fundraiser features jewelry, books, DVDs, plants, clothes, linens, puzzles, children's items, appliances and more.
"We always have a lineup," said Shelly Schnee, a recreation programmer with Century House. "People are waiting to come and get their bargains."
The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Century House, at 620 Eighth St.
Schnee said last year's sale drew 900 people, and the busiest time is in the morning, when people line up down the walkway before the doors open.
Examples of past sale items include eclectic household items (a mermaid lamp, for example) paintings, jewelry, vintage clothes and vinyl records. This year, there will be a children's boutique. Most items are priced at just a few dollars.
Century House is also looking for donations for the sale, so if you've been spring cleaning and want to donate clean items in working condition, drop them off at Century House this Saturday, March 21 till Friday, March 27 at noon. (Shoes and computer items are not accepted.)
Schnee said the sale is an opportunity for people to come together and enjoy some refreshments and for Century House members to donate items after spring cleaning.
Money raised goes directly to the Century House Association, the non-profit leg of the seniors' centre.
To see a sneak preview of some of the items that will be on sale, check the City of New Westminster Parks, Culture and Recreation page on Facebook for photos.
