Emmanuel welcomes gently used treasures for the event's various tents. Collections have begun and donations can be dropped off at the parish hall Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Sundays between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Additional collection dates on Wednesdays and Saturdays will be held between 11-1 p.m. and will begin Aug. 22. Items in good condition are being accepted for the following booths: toys and children's books, art, collectibles, handmades, jewelry, furniture and garden.
The church is unable to accept housewares/dishes/glassware (excluding collectibles), VHS or cassette tapes, bedding, clothing, cribs, stuffed animals, playpens, car seats, computers, televisions, electronics and sports/exercise equipment (i.e. helmets, cleats and skis are not eligible, but baseball bats and balls will be accepted). Bicycles and scooters can also be donated.
A complete list of items that can and cannot be accepted can be found here.
Drop-offs should be delivered to the parish hall on the Emmanuel Church campus at 285 Lyons Plain Road. All donations are greatly appreciated.
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