Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Half Price Day at Goodwill
On the last Saturday of the month, the Elkton Goodwill has a half price sale on their clothes. This Saturday take advantage of it! Get there early because the 2 dressing rooms get lines from all the bargain shoppers. Someone told me that the last Saturday of the month sale was at all Goodwills. I can't confirm that, so call your local Goodwill before you go.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Prom is a Four Letter Word
When one of my four daughters says the word Prom, it strikes dread into my heart. I dislike proms for a number of reasons but the one that I will concentrate on here is the cost. A small fortune is spent every year by teenagers across the nation to go to the prom. A 2001 study done in North Dakota says the average cost of proms were $600 per couple. http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/money/news/2002%20spring.pdf I have to admit that completely baffles me and makes me nauseous.
Prom costs more for the girls than the boys. The dress alone runs over $100. So, what is a girl and a very annoyed parent to do??? Below are some suggestions for lowering the costs.
First, the dress.
Free options: The Elkton United Methodist Church is running a free Prom boutique. The boutique is open from 3 to 5 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays in room 29 on the upper level of the church off Main Street. Donations are being accepted too.
The other free option is to borrow a dress from someone else. May as well give the dress more than one night of life.
Next best option: Check the Elkton Goodwill and local consignment shops. You may find a cheap gown and just need cleaning costs. Here is my article and it may help to locate the shops:
http://fltayg.blogspot.com/2009/02/thrift-and-consignment-shops-in-and.html
Next is shop a week or two before the event. That is when the sales happen. My daughter found a $190 dress on sale for $106 a week before her prom two years ago.
Or shop at Fancy Formal Boutique, 117 Ryan Dr Rising Sun, Phone: 658-5477. They have many gowns in the latest fashions for a lower price than you will find in the regular department stores.
Nails and hair can be done at a local beauty school for a much smaller price than a salon.
Schilling Douglas School of Beauty in Newark does updoes without a shampoo for $14. http://www.schillingdouglas.com/
The Delaware Academy, Paul Mitchell Partnership school, is located in Newark also.
http://www.thedelawareacademy.com/html/index.cfm
IBS is in Bel Air
http://www.ibs-belair.com/
(Disclaimer: I haven’t tried any of these and this is not a recommendation on the quality of the school.)
Prom costs more for the girls than the boys. The dress alone runs over $100. So, what is a girl and a very annoyed parent to do??? Below are some suggestions for lowering the costs.
First, the dress.
Free options: The Elkton United Methodist Church is running a free Prom boutique. The boutique is open from 3 to 5 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays in room 29 on the upper level of the church off Main Street. Donations are being accepted too.
The other free option is to borrow a dress from someone else. May as well give the dress more than one night of life.
Next best option: Check the Elkton Goodwill and local consignment shops. You may find a cheap gown and just need cleaning costs. Here is my article and it may help to locate the shops:
http://fltayg.blogspot.com/2009/02/thrift-and-consignment-shops-in-and.html
Next is shop a week or two before the event. That is when the sales happen. My daughter found a $190 dress on sale for $106 a week before her prom two years ago.
Or shop at Fancy Formal Boutique, 117 Ryan Dr Rising Sun, Phone: 658-5477. They have many gowns in the latest fashions for a lower price than you will find in the regular department stores.
Nails and hair can be done at a local beauty school for a much smaller price than a salon.
Schilling Douglas School of Beauty in Newark does updoes without a shampoo for $14. http://www.schillingdouglas.com/
The Delaware Academy, Paul Mitchell Partnership school, is located in Newark also.
http://www.thedelawareacademy.com/html/index.cfm
IBS is in Bel Air
http://www.ibs-belair.com/
(Disclaimer: I haven’t tried any of these and this is not a recommendation on the quality of the school.)
Cheap and Free Things to do in and Around Cecil
This weekend there are quite a few things to see and do in the area! I am excited!
North Elk Coffeehouse - Sat., March 21st. Mike Lopez playing guitar and singing blues, jazz, swing, and country music. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. and ends by 9:30. Admission: $8 adults; $6 children under 18. Snacks and drinks available for purchase. All proceeds benefit The Meeting Ground, a homeless aid and empowerment organization in Cecil County . Information: 410 287 5522 or at http://www.stmaryanne.org/ . North Elk Coffee House, 315 S. Main Street, North East, MD, 410 287 5522.
Amadeus – Millburn Stone Theatre, Cecil College – Fri., Sat. 8:00 p.m. and Sun. 3 p.m. (March 20, 21 & 22), Tickets $15 adults, $12 students, $10 children. http://www.milburnstone.org/
Voice Master Class with faculty Dr. Michael Larkin, baritone, The Wilmington Music School, 4101 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19802, 2:00 p.m. Free. Melinda Steffy - msteffy@wilmingtonmusic.org
Cultural Crossroads Program: Arts of Eastern Europe, The Wilmington Music School, 4101 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19802, Featuring music, dance and visual arts from Russia, Georgia, the Baltic States, Ukraine, Hungary, Germany and more! After the concert, performers will share cultural tidbits, such as language lessons or food, from their native countries. Art exhibit by Georgian painter Matiko Mamiladze. 3:00 p.m., $10 adults, $5 seniors & students. Melinda Steffy - msteffy@wilmingtonmusic.org
University of Delaware - Film: "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"
7:30 PM
Location: Trabant movie theatre
URL: http://copland.udel.edu/stu-org/scpab/films.html
Phone: For more information, call (302) 831-8192
University of Delaware
Theatre: "E-52 Presents: Alice in Wonderland"
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$5 for Students, $7 for Others. Open to the public and campus. For six nights and six nights only, E-52 Student Theatre will be presenting the classic tale of "Alice in Wonderland." Join Alice as she meets some of your favorite characters like the Queen of Hearts, the Mad Hatter and March Hare, and that ever elusive Cheshire Cat!! Bring all of your friends, relatives, acquaintances, and even the random people you walk past on the street to see this hysterical performance!
Location: Pearson Hall Auditorium
Phone: For more information, call (267) 241-2936
University of Delaware
Ice Skating Public Session
Friday, March 20, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Sat. March 21, 1 – 3 p.m. & 8 – 10 p.m., Sun. 1 -3 p.m.
Admission is $7 per person; $5 per person for youth 6 years of age and younger. Skate rental is available for $3.
Location: Rust Ice Arena, Phone: (302) 831-2868
http://www.udel.edu/icearena
University of Delaware – Women’s Lacrosse v. St. Bonaventure, Noon, Rullo Stadium – Not sure of the cost but free or cheap for sure!
University of Delaware – Softball v. James Madison, Delaware Softball Diamond, noon – no cost posted.
University of Delaware – Women’s Tennis v. George Washington, Delaware Field House Courts, 2 p.m.
University of Delaware, Concert: "Wind Ensemble", March 22, 8 p.m., Robert J. Streckfuss, director Featuring selections from the Danserye by Tielman Susato, instrumental dance music from the Renaissance, and Baron Cimetiere's Mambo by Donald Grantham. The Wind Ensemble will perform both of these pieces at the March MENC convention in Providence, RI. $12 adults; $8 seniors and $3 students.
Louise and David Roselle Center for the Arts, Puglisi Orchestra Hall
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum , 100 Lafayette Street Havre de Grace MD 21078
CHILDREN’S DAY, Saturday, March 21, 2009, 11AM-5PM
Bring the whole family for a day of maritime fun! Children and adults can learn how to tie knots, help build boats, play like a sailor and participate in other craft activities. Moon Bounce and kite flying. $10 per family of four ($2 for each additional member) or $3 for single admission. Children under 3 are free.
http://www.blogger.com/http:/www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org/special_events.htm
North Elk Coffeehouse - Sat., March 21st. Mike Lopez playing guitar and singing blues, jazz, swing, and country music. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. and ends by 9:30. Admission: $8 adults; $6 children under 18. Snacks and drinks available for purchase. All proceeds benefit The Meeting Ground, a homeless aid and empowerment organization in Cecil County . Information: 410 287 5522 or at http://www.stmaryanne.org/ . North Elk Coffee House, 315 S. Main Street, North East, MD, 410 287 5522.
Amadeus – Millburn Stone Theatre, Cecil College – Fri., Sat. 8:00 p.m. and Sun. 3 p.m. (March 20, 21 & 22), Tickets $15 adults, $12 students, $10 children. http://www.milburnstone.org/
Voice Master Class with faculty Dr. Michael Larkin, baritone, The Wilmington Music School, 4101 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19802, 2:00 p.m. Free. Melinda Steffy - msteffy@wilmingtonmusic.org
Cultural Crossroads Program: Arts of Eastern Europe, The Wilmington Music School, 4101 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19802, Featuring music, dance and visual arts from Russia, Georgia, the Baltic States, Ukraine, Hungary, Germany and more! After the concert, performers will share cultural tidbits, such as language lessons or food, from their native countries. Art exhibit by Georgian painter Matiko Mamiladze. 3:00 p.m., $10 adults, $5 seniors & students. Melinda Steffy - msteffy@wilmingtonmusic.org
University of Delaware - Film: "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"
7:30 PM
Location: Trabant movie theatre
URL: http://copland.udel.edu/stu-org/scpab/films.html
Phone: For more information, call (302) 831-8192
University of Delaware
Theatre: "E-52 Presents: Alice in Wonderland"
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$5 for Students, $7 for Others. Open to the public and campus. For six nights and six nights only, E-52 Student Theatre will be presenting the classic tale of "Alice in Wonderland." Join Alice as she meets some of your favorite characters like the Queen of Hearts, the Mad Hatter and March Hare, and that ever elusive Cheshire Cat!! Bring all of your friends, relatives, acquaintances, and even the random people you walk past on the street to see this hysterical performance!
Location: Pearson Hall Auditorium
Phone: For more information, call (267) 241-2936
University of Delaware
Ice Skating Public Session
Friday, March 20, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Sat. March 21, 1 – 3 p.m. & 8 – 10 p.m., Sun. 1 -3 p.m.
Admission is $7 per person; $5 per person for youth 6 years of age and younger. Skate rental is available for $3.
Location: Rust Ice Arena, Phone: (302) 831-2868
http://www.udel.edu/icearena
University of Delaware – Women’s Lacrosse v. St. Bonaventure, Noon, Rullo Stadium – Not sure of the cost but free or cheap for sure!
University of Delaware – Softball v. James Madison, Delaware Softball Diamond, noon – no cost posted.
University of Delaware – Women’s Tennis v. George Washington, Delaware Field House Courts, 2 p.m.
University of Delaware, Concert: "Wind Ensemble", March 22, 8 p.m., Robert J. Streckfuss, director Featuring selections from the Danserye by Tielman Susato, instrumental dance music from the Renaissance, and Baron Cimetiere's Mambo by Donald Grantham. The Wind Ensemble will perform both of these pieces at the March MENC convention in Providence, RI. $12 adults; $8 seniors and $3 students.
Louise and David Roselle Center for the Arts, Puglisi Orchestra Hall
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum , 100 Lafayette Street Havre de Grace MD 21078
CHILDREN’S DAY, Saturday, March 21, 2009, 11AM-5PM
Bring the whole family for a day of maritime fun! Children and adults can learn how to tie knots, help build boats, play like a sailor and participate in other craft activities. Moon Bounce and kite flying. $10 per family of four ($2 for each additional member) or $3 for single admission. Children under 3 are free.
http://www.blogger.com/http:/www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org/special_events.htm
Monday, March 16, 2009
Buying and selling books, DVDs and CDs
I love garage sales! I spend many of my Saturday mornings in spring, summer and fall going to the many garage sales in our area. I look for books, DVDs and CDs that I like and purchase them at a reduced rate from what I would purchase in the store. I look for items with good resale value too. Many times I buy things that I don’t want to read or watch because for a $1 purchase, I can get a resale value of $3 - $10.
Here are my secrets of getting cheap entertainment and then making a profit on them!
First, find cheap things at garage sales in good condition. The condition of an item is the key to resale value. Check the CDs and DVDs for scratches. Stay away from broken plastic cases, ripped paper covers, etc. Books shouldn’t be creased on the spine, have ripped covers or bent corners.
Books at garage sales can sell anywhere from a quarter to a dollar or two. The best garage sales have hard backs for $1 each or less and soft covers for 50 cents or less. Do not purchase romances if you wish to resell the book. Romances are not bought by second hand shops. Probably because you can get them for a quarter or less and one romance author is as good as another. In other words, there are few people who are dying to read X author’s latest work. If you love to read romances you will hit the jackpot at garage sales. They are plentiful and cheap.
CDs are for sale at garage sales but they are not as cheap as books. Depending on the popularity of the singer or band, they are usually $2-3. However, many of them have good resale value.
DVDs are usually for sale at $2-5. I don’t pay more than $3 for DVDs. I think the market is getting flooded with different ways to view movies and a price must reflect this. If I have a subscription to Netflix, $3 is a high price to pay for a DVD. But, they can get great resale value at the resale store.
Videos deserve special mention here. I have many videos that I get for 50 cents or a dollar. They are well worth it to me since it still costs less than getting the movie from anywhere but the public library. My husband loves old movies and many are for sale on videos at garage sales. We still own our VCR and will continue to use it until it dies. If you still own your VCR get videos for cheap at garage sales and enjoy them. You can’t resell them but they are cheap entertainment.
The final piece of the puzzle is where to resell items. You can resell them at Rainbow Records in Newark, DE. I love Rainbow. It is a small business that buys and sells records (as in vinyl!), DVDs, CDs and books! When you resell items at Rainbow, bring them in a batch not just one or two items. You can get store credit, or cash. Store credit gives you more than cash. We use the store credit to do some of our Christmas and birthday shopping for our teenagers. Because Rainbow is a small business, I usually shop there for our book and CD needs, too.
Another place to resell is on Amazon. I have been an Amazon seller before but gave up since they take a huge chunk out of the sale for their commission. There are also many people selling the item and the money I had to charge to make a sale was so small, it wasn’t worth my time to pack and ship the item. But, you may wish to try your luck there or on half.com.
Here are my secrets of getting cheap entertainment and then making a profit on them!
First, find cheap things at garage sales in good condition. The condition of an item is the key to resale value. Check the CDs and DVDs for scratches. Stay away from broken plastic cases, ripped paper covers, etc. Books shouldn’t be creased on the spine, have ripped covers or bent corners.
Books at garage sales can sell anywhere from a quarter to a dollar or two. The best garage sales have hard backs for $1 each or less and soft covers for 50 cents or less. Do not purchase romances if you wish to resell the book. Romances are not bought by second hand shops. Probably because you can get them for a quarter or less and one romance author is as good as another. In other words, there are few people who are dying to read X author’s latest work. If you love to read romances you will hit the jackpot at garage sales. They are plentiful and cheap.
CDs are for sale at garage sales but they are not as cheap as books. Depending on the popularity of the singer or band, they are usually $2-3. However, many of them have good resale value.
DVDs are usually for sale at $2-5. I don’t pay more than $3 for DVDs. I think the market is getting flooded with different ways to view movies and a price must reflect this. If I have a subscription to Netflix, $3 is a high price to pay for a DVD. But, they can get great resale value at the resale store.
Videos deserve special mention here. I have many videos that I get for 50 cents or a dollar. They are well worth it to me since it still costs less than getting the movie from anywhere but the public library. My husband loves old movies and many are for sale on videos at garage sales. We still own our VCR and will continue to use it until it dies. If you still own your VCR get videos for cheap at garage sales and enjoy them. You can’t resell them but they are cheap entertainment.
The final piece of the puzzle is where to resell items. You can resell them at Rainbow Records in Newark, DE. I love Rainbow. It is a small business that buys and sells records (as in vinyl!), DVDs, CDs and books! When you resell items at Rainbow, bring them in a batch not just one or two items. You can get store credit, or cash. Store credit gives you more than cash. We use the store credit to do some of our Christmas and birthday shopping for our teenagers. Because Rainbow is a small business, I usually shop there for our book and CD needs, too.
Another place to resell is on Amazon. I have been an Amazon seller before but gave up since they take a huge chunk out of the sale for their commission. There are also many people selling the item and the money I had to charge to make a sale was so small, it wasn’t worth my time to pack and ship the item. But, you may wish to try your luck there or on half.com.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Cheap and Free things to do this Weekend
Here is a list of cheap and free things to do this weekend in and around Cecil county:
Del Lord & Country Ramblers - Free bluegrass concert (although donations will be accepted) given on Sat., Feb. 21st at 7 pm at the James United Methodist Church located at 213 Walnut St. in Rising Sun.
Ice Skating at the UD Fred Rust Arena - This weekend skating session that are open to the public take place, Friday, Saturday from 8-10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1-3 p.m. Admission is $7 per person; $5 per person for youth 6 years of age and younger. Skate rental is available for $3.
North Elk Coffee House - 315 S. Main Street, North East, MD
410 287 5522 - Saturday, February 21 – Brooks Williams – playing blues, folk, and roots music
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. and ends by 9:30. Admission: $8 adults; $6 children under 18. Snacks and drinks available for purchase. All proceeds benefit The Meeting Ground, a homeless aid and empowerment organization in Cecil County .
"Flute Guest Artist Master Class: Keith Underwood" - Saturday, Feb. 21st, 1-3 p.m. University of Delaware campus, Loudis Recital Hall, Amy E. du Pont Music Building. FREE
Club Sports: Men's Ice hockey vs. Naval Academy - Saturday, February 21st, 5 p.m. Fred Rust Ice Arena, Single game tickets are $6 for adults; and $4 for UD students and children 18 and under. (I don't know if this is the regular university hockey team)
'An Evening with Groucho' - at Cecil College, Sunday, February 22, 3 p.m. at the Millburn Stone Theatre. Tickets are$15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $10 for children 12 and younger.
Washington College Mens' and Women's Basketball - Women's team plays at 2 p.m. and men's team plays at 4 p.m. In the Russell gymnasium on campus. I didn't see a ticket price.
Del Lord & Country Ramblers - Free bluegrass concert (although donations will be accepted) given on Sat., Feb. 21st at 7 pm at the James United Methodist Church located at 213 Walnut St. in Rising Sun.
Ice Skating at the UD Fred Rust Arena - This weekend skating session that are open to the public take place, Friday, Saturday from 8-10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1-3 p.m. Admission is $7 per person; $5 per person for youth 6 years of age and younger. Skate rental is available for $3.
North Elk Coffee House - 315 S. Main Street, North East, MD
410 287 5522 - Saturday, February 21 – Brooks Williams – playing blues, folk, and roots music
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. and ends by 9:30. Admission: $8 adults; $6 children under 18. Snacks and drinks available for purchase. All proceeds benefit The Meeting Ground, a homeless aid and empowerment organization in Cecil County .
"Flute Guest Artist Master Class: Keith Underwood" - Saturday, Feb. 21st, 1-3 p.m. University of Delaware campus, Loudis Recital Hall, Amy E. du Pont Music Building. FREE
Club Sports: Men's Ice hockey vs. Naval Academy - Saturday, February 21st, 5 p.m. Fred Rust Ice Arena, Single game tickets are $6 for adults; and $4 for UD students and children 18 and under. (I don't know if this is the regular university hockey team)
'An Evening with Groucho' - at Cecil College, Sunday, February 22, 3 p.m. at the Millburn Stone Theatre. Tickets are$15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $10 for children 12 and younger.
Washington College Mens' and Women's Basketball - Women's team plays at 2 p.m. and men's team plays at 4 p.m. In the Russell gymnasium on campus. I didn't see a ticket price.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Cheap or Free Exercise
I just received my latest email with coupons from BJ’s and in it were several coupons to save money on exercise equipment. The prices on the 4 pieces of equipment range from $179.99 to $649.99 (after your coupon is subtracted). Wow! Such a deal! Exercise equipment is frequently advertised for sale or for free on the Cecil Freecycle or Cecil Yard Sale list serves. I also see equipment for sale at garage sales. How many people out there have some expensive piece of equipment gathering dust in their home?
What are some of our options besides buying equipment or joining a gym?
First is exercise at home with some weights and a mat. I have a yoga mat and two weights that I bought for a total of $16. I have a routine that I do several times a week that I took from various web sites but mostly from the Self magazine website. I joined the 2008 SELF Challenge and took some exercises from the monthly videos there. I also get emails every week and incorporate some of these exercises into my routine. Right now the 2009 challenge is going on. This is cheap. The big plus is I don’t have to go anywhere to do it and I didn’t have to buy any cute exercise clothes.
I also joined Exercise Friends since I love to hike and walk. I did find a walking buddy a few years ago but my work schedule changed and we don’t walk together anymore. We used to walk at the New Castle County Park in Glasgow. They have a great walking/riding/jogging trail that is 2.5 miles long. It is located on Rt. 40 across from the new YMCA. It also has a great playground!
Elkton’s Meadow Park, located on Delaware Ave., is also a great place to walk. Last Fall the town put down a paved path. The trail is 3/4ths of a mile long. The only drawback is you need to be careful of the cars that share the road.
I have read about the Women Who Walk in the Perryville area but cannot find anything on it on the web. I don’t have the Cecil Whig online subscription where I know they reported on it. Does anyone have information on it?
Let’s not forget our two State Parks – Elk Neck and Fair Hill. They are both beautiful places to take a walk or a hike. My husband and I frequently go to Fair Hill since it is near our home. For $3 in-state and $4 out-of-state, it is a cheap way to exercise. Does anyone know of walking trails in the southern part of the county?
As the weather gets warmer, the free, and almost free, options for exercise increase. Winter won’t last forever even if it sometimes feels like it.
What are some of our options besides buying equipment or joining a gym?
First is exercise at home with some weights and a mat. I have a yoga mat and two weights that I bought for a total of $16. I have a routine that I do several times a week that I took from various web sites but mostly from the Self magazine website. I joined the 2008 SELF Challenge and took some exercises from the monthly videos there. I also get emails every week and incorporate some of these exercises into my routine. Right now the 2009 challenge is going on. This is cheap. The big plus is I don’t have to go anywhere to do it and I didn’t have to buy any cute exercise clothes.
I also joined Exercise Friends since I love to hike and walk. I did find a walking buddy a few years ago but my work schedule changed and we don’t walk together anymore. We used to walk at the New Castle County Park in Glasgow. They have a great walking/riding/jogging trail that is 2.5 miles long. It is located on Rt. 40 across from the new YMCA. It also has a great playground!
Elkton’s Meadow Park, located on Delaware Ave., is also a great place to walk. Last Fall the town put down a paved path. The trail is 3/4ths of a mile long. The only drawback is you need to be careful of the cars that share the road.
I have read about the Women Who Walk in the Perryville area but cannot find anything on it on the web. I don’t have the Cecil Whig online subscription where I know they reported on it. Does anyone have information on it?
Let’s not forget our two State Parks – Elk Neck and Fair Hill. They are both beautiful places to take a walk or a hike. My husband and I frequently go to Fair Hill since it is near our home. For $3 in-state and $4 out-of-state, it is a cheap way to exercise. Does anyone know of walking trails in the southern part of the county?
As the weather gets warmer, the free, and almost free, options for exercise increase. Winter won’t last forever even if it sometimes feels like it.
Thrift and Consignment Shops In and Around Cecil
There is a big difference between Thrift and Consignment shops. Thrift stores sell clothing, books, household items and furniture that have been donated to them. The quality of the items varies. Sometimes you can find terrible junk or wonderful treasures. People who donate the items can receive a tax deduction. Consignment stores accept mostly used clothing (and other goods like baby furniture) or not. Only things in excellent shape are accepted. Items must be clean, pressed and usually on hangers. If your things are accepted, then you get half of what the item sells for and the consignment shop gets the other half. One must usually make an appointment with the owner of the shop for them to look at the clothing to decide what they would like to have hanging on the rack.
I know of only two consignment shops in Cecil County. The first is Second Hand Rose in Rising Sun. They are located at 131 E. Main St. and their phone number is (410)658-4233. I saw a recent advertisement in the Cecil Whig saying they were now accepting Spring wardrobes. They also started to sell furniture. They are not open every day or all day so call to be sure they are open.
The Corner Consignment Shop on Rt. 40 in Perryville, (410) 642-2858 is another local consignment shop. They have men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as some baby equipment. As of today, the number is disconnected and I do not know if it is still in business. Anyone know anything?
On Route 40 in North East is a sign saying Diane’s Thrift Store. I think this is a new venture by someone. I couldn’t find a phone number for it so if anyone knows anything, let us all know please.
There are a few thrift stores in the county and probably the most well known store is the Goodwill store in Elkton located at 208 South Bridge St. I love looking through their huge book selection. I do find them overpriced for books, especially. On the last Saturday of the month they have all clothing half off. It is packed that day so be sure to get there early.
The hospital runs the Nearly New Shop which is located in the Elkton Towne Center on Main St. in Elkton. All proceeds go to support the hospital. Every once in a while they have a bag day sale and it is $2 or $3 a bag.
The SPCA runs a thrift store located near their building on Route 213 south of Chesapeake City. It is called the Wag ‘n Tail Nearly New Shop. They do not have clothing and are only open M-F from 1-3pm when volunteers are available.
Those are the only stores I know of in the county. Outside the county there are many consignment and thrift stores. I think an article devoted to each of the neighboring areas is probably appropriate. So, look for those articles sometime soon. If you know of any good thrift or consignment shops, in New Castle, Harford or Chester counties, let me know of those too.
I know of only two consignment shops in Cecil County. The first is Second Hand Rose in Rising Sun. They are located at 131 E. Main St. and their phone number is (410)658-4233. I saw a recent advertisement in the Cecil Whig saying they were now accepting Spring wardrobes. They also started to sell furniture. They are not open every day or all day so call to be sure they are open.
The Corner Consignment Shop on Rt. 40 in Perryville, (410) 642-2858 is another local consignment shop. They have men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as some baby equipment. As of today, the number is disconnected and I do not know if it is still in business. Anyone know anything?
On Route 40 in North East is a sign saying Diane’s Thrift Store. I think this is a new venture by someone. I couldn’t find a phone number for it so if anyone knows anything, let us all know please.
There are a few thrift stores in the county and probably the most well known store is the Goodwill store in Elkton located at 208 South Bridge St. I love looking through their huge book selection. I do find them overpriced for books, especially. On the last Saturday of the month they have all clothing half off. It is packed that day so be sure to get there early.
The hospital runs the Nearly New Shop which is located in the Elkton Towne Center on Main St. in Elkton. All proceeds go to support the hospital. Every once in a while they have a bag day sale and it is $2 or $3 a bag.
The SPCA runs a thrift store located near their building on Route 213 south of Chesapeake City. It is called the Wag ‘n Tail Nearly New Shop. They do not have clothing and are only open M-F from 1-3pm when volunteers are available.
Those are the only stores I know of in the county. Outside the county there are many consignment and thrift stores. I think an article devoted to each of the neighboring areas is probably appropriate. So, look for those articles sometime soon. If you know of any good thrift or consignment shops, in New Castle, Harford or Chester counties, let me know of those too.
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