There’s an event that comes around twice a year that I make SURE I attend. The Visiting Nurse Association hosts their famous VNA Rummage Sale in the spring and fall at the Fairgrounds in Far Hills, NJ, and it is the largest rummage sale in NJ. My husband found about it two years ago when he was working in the area, and since that first time we decided to check it out, I have been completely hooked.
Now when I say that this affair is massive, I mean MASSIVE! They have tents and tents full of every item imaginable, in every category you can think of from holiday, clothing, household items, antiques and tools in VERY affordable prices. But wait, it gets even better! All proceeds go towards the health care of families in need. This is how it works; the VNA recruits volunteers, receives donations, then every single donated item they sell goes towards helping change lives. It’s a win/win for everyone.
“DONATE your stuff. SHOP for bargains. HELP change lives.”
Now if you want to check out this sale next spring, here are some tips I’ve gathered over the years to make your trip a little more successful.
Tip #1: Go early!
The early bird definitely gets the worm, and if you want the better items offered at this sale, you better get there early. Both early in the day, and earlier in the weekend. Also, this is a town wide event that attracts thousands of people, so parking is very limited. In order to avoid spending an hour roaming around looking for parking (been there), get there before the sale opens to get into their free parking lot.
Tip #2: Mind the weather.
The VNA hosts this event rain or shine on the Far Hills fairgrounds, so be prepared for a day of shopping in less than desirable conditions. If it is scheduled to rain or has rained up to a couple days beforehand, wear shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy. I learned this the hard way and had to throw out one of my favorite pairs of flats.
Tip #3: Make a list of what you are looking for, and sort it by order of importance.
Things go fast at these types of events, so think of what you want the most and head to that section first. This year I really wanted to pick up a pair of bikes for my husband and me, and because we didn’t get right to the front of the line, (Yes, there will be lines) I missed out. Well, it also didn’t help that one single person literally claimed dibs on every single adult bike available! Not cool.
Tip #4: Bring cash!
While it isn’t exactly necessary, it helps if you bring cash along with you. The VNA has credit card machines in every station, but it always gets you onto your next item hunt a little faster if you don’t have to wait on a receipt to sign. Plus, they have a snack stand that will only take cash. If you plan on staying the whole day, be sure to check out the food they serve there.
Tip#5: Take a large, heavy duty shopping bag along with you.
Depending on where you found parking, (You may be blocks and blocks away) you will want to bring a large shopping bag along to help keep your hands free and keep you from making trips back and forth to your car to put away your purchases.
Tip #6: Leave your haggling skills at home!
While this won’t be the case in about every other garage sale, flea market, and rummage sale, you will not need to be haggling for better prices here. Because everything for sale has been donated, you don’t need to worry about the item’s owner adding sentimentality to the prices. Plus, you’re helping out a charity! Bargaining for even lower prices will be in bad taste.
Tip #7: Look carefully at each item in the category tent you’d like to make a purchase inside of.
Because there are countless items available for the picking, and limited space to display each item, you will need to be a little more diligent in your hunting. Plus, don’t look at everything at its’ face value, you could bring an outdated item back to life with a little polish, paint job, or even by a good cleaning job!
Tip #8: Think long term.
Because the prices will be soooo good, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to think ahead with some of your purchases. Start thinking of things you will need for your home in the future, gift ideas, and even start your Christmas shopping early!
Tip #9: Happy Hunting!!
It really is tons of fun looking for your own little (or big) treasures. I’ve collected quite a few things the past couple of years, and things I never would have been able to find in stores. I’ve even been lucky enough to find matching china and glassware that I have accidently murdered in a dishwashing gone bad!
I hope to see you all next year on line to find some amazing treasures. (Unless you are looking for a bike… in that case, I’ll be keeping an eye on you!)
Where do you like to shop for your best bargains? Do you have your own tips? Share with us, we’d love to hear from you!
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 17:04With thanks. Helpful information.
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
my canadian pharmacy
canadian pharmacies that ship to us
safeway pharmacy
trust pharmacy canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 20:06Superb stuff, Thanks a lot.
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
canada drugs online pharmacy
canada pharmaceutical online ordering
canada pharmacies
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 23:06Beneficial facts. Kudos!
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
rx pharmacy
canadian cialis
prescription drug cost
canada pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 01:57You revealed this exceptionally well.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
prescription online
northwest pharmacy
prescription price comparison
canadian pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 04:46Thanks. I like it!
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
mexican online pharmacies
top rated canadian pharmacies online
pharmacies near me
canada pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 10:35You actually revealed this perfectly!
https://www.lunarciel.com/
prescription cost comparison
north west pharmacy canada
canadian pharmacy king
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 13:36Great posts, Kudos.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
drug costs
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
drugs without prescription
canadian pharcharmy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 16:33Helpful facts. Thank you!
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
discount drugs online pharmacy
canada online pharmacies
best online pharmacy
canadian pharmacies without an rx
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 19:23Cheers. Helpful stuff!
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
best online pharmacies canada
canadian drugs
canadian pharmacy no prescription
canada online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 22:20Many thanks! Very good information.
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
canadian drugstore
canada drugs
canadian pharmacy reviews
northwest pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 01:13You explained that adequately!
https://www.lunarciel.com/
online canadian discount pharmacy
canada pharmacy online
online pharmacy reviews
canadian drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 04:07Nicely put, Kudos.
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
canadadrugs.com pharmacy
canada pharmacy
best canadian prescription prices
canada pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 06:57Thank you, Numerous tips!
https://www.lunarciel.com/
discount drugs online pharmacy
canada pharmacy
pharmacy prices
top rated canadian pharmacies online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 09:51Thanks a lot, Loads of facts.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
online canadian pharcharmy
canada online pharmacies
legitimate canadian mail order pharmacies
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 12:49You have made your position extremely effectively..
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
online pharmacies canada
canadianpharmacy
canada online pharmacies
canadian pharmacies-24h
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 15:41Really a good deal of awesome data.
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
canada drug
canadian pharcharmy
canadian pharma companies
canadian drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 18:27Very good stuff. Many thanks.
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
pharmacy online store
aarp approved canadian online pharmacies
canadadrugs
canada pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 21:18You revealed it very well!
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
safeway pharmacy
aarp approved canadian online pharmacies
canadian viagra
canadian pharmaceuticals online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 00:13Amazing lots of terrific tips.
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
mail order pharmacy
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
online pharmacy without a prescription
canada pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 03:04You made the point!
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
mexican pharmacies online
canadian pharmacy
canadian drugs without prescription
canadian pharmacies that ship to us
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 05:58Good material. Thanks!
https://www.lunarciel.com/
reputable canadian mail order pharmacies
canada pharmacy online
pharmacy online store
canada drugs online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 08:50Lovely content. Thank you!
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
no 1 canadian pharcharmy online
canadian pharmacies-24h
pharmacy without dr prescriptions
canadian viagra
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 11:45Truly plenty of fantastic information!
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
online discount pharmacy
canadian pharcharmy
pharmacy cost comparison
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 14:32Amazing loads of wonderful advice!
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
best online pharmacy
canada drugs
pharmacies in canada
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 17:08Nicely put, Appreciate it!
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
medication costs
canadian viagra
canadian pharmacy 365
canada pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 19:39Kudos! Very good information.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
prescription drugs without doctor approval
canadian pharmaceuticals online
compare prescription prices
canadian pharmacies online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 22:12Thanks, Fantastic stuff.
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
canada pharmacy online
drug prices comparison
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 00:50Regards, I appreciate it!
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
best online pharmacies no prescription
canadian pharcharmy
ed meds online
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 03:25Kudos, Numerous information.
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
walmart pharmacy price check
canada drugs
canada drugs
canadian pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 11:10You actually said this fantastically!
https://www.lunarciel.com/
mail order pharmacy
canadian viagra
pharmacy tech
canadian pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 13:52Kudos, A lot of write ups!
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
pharmacy prices compare
canada drugs online
mail order pharmacies
canada pharmaceutical online ordering
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 16:25Nicely put. Kudos!
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
cialis online
canadian online pharmacy
canada pharmacies without script
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 18:52Wonderful data, Thank you!
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
online pharmacies no prescription
canadian pharmacies that ship to us
canada drugs online pharmacy
northwest pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 21:18Awesome forum posts. Thank you!
https://www.lunarciel.com/
medication costs
canadian pharmacy
no prescription pharmacy
canadian pharmacies-24h
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 23:48Thank you. I enjoy it.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
walmart pharmacy price check
canadian pharmacy online
canadian cialis
trust pharmacy canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 02:20Thanks a lot. Quite a lot of write ups.
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
prescription prices comparison
northwestpharmacy
overseas pharmacies
canadian pharmaceuticals online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 04:54Thank you! Numerous info!
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
prescription drug assistance
global pharmacy canada
buy prescription drugs canada
canadian drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 07:26Nicely put, Thanks!
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
online pharmacy no prescription
global pharmacy canada
buy online prescription drugs
canada online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 10:04You said it well.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
drugs online
top rated canadian pharmacies online
prescription online
canadian pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 12:44You explained that wonderfully.
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
canadian pharcharmy online
canadian pharmacy online
us pharmacy no prior prescription
trust pharmacy canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 15:18You definitely made the point!
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
board of pharmacy
canada drug
prescription drugs online without
canadian pharmaceuticals online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 17:52You actually suggested it really well.
https://www.waltcoexpress.com/
best price prescription drugs
canadian online pharmacies
canadian family pharmacy
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 20:31Wonderful material, Cheers!
https://www.dunamisproductions.com/
prescription prices comparison
global pharmacy canada
no prescription online pharmacy
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 23:10You stated this really well!
https://www.interlandchemie.com/
best canadian prescription prices
canadian online pharmacies
prescription cost comparison
london drugs canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 01:51Many thanks, A good amount of data.
https://www.lunarciel.com/
cheap canadian drugs
canada online pharmacies
online canadian pharcharmy
northwest pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 04:28You actually stated this terrifically.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
online canadian discount pharmacy
canadian cialis
pharmacy prescription
online pharmacies of canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 06:58Truly plenty of good tips.
https://www.lunarciel.com/
buying drugs canada
canada online pharmacies
cialis canadian pharmacy
london drugs canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 09:34Amazing loads of awesome data.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
mexican pharmacies online
canadian pharmacy online
canadian drugs without prescription
global pharmacy canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Jimmieonemy
05.10.2014 at 12:15Kudos! Wonderful stuff.
https://www.visitwaushara.com/
no prescription pharmacy
canadian pharmacies
best price prescription drugs
canada drugs online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 15:25Truly a good deal of awesome facts.
https://nicktambone.com/
prescription pricing
canadian pharmacies-24h
canada pharmacy online reviews
canada drugs online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 15:51You said it adequately..
http://canadianpharmaciescubarx.com/
canadapharmacyonline com
canada pharmacy online
canadian pharmacies shipping to usa
canadian viagra
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 16:57Reliable posts. Thanks!
http://canadianpharmaciesnnm.com/
canadian pharma companies
canada drugs
online pharmacy without a prescription
canada online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 17:21Lovely write ups, Appreciate it.
https://nicktambone.com/
prescription drugs canada
north west pharmacy canada
web medical information
canadian pharcharmy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 18:25Appreciate it! A good amount of information.
http://www.canadianpharmacymsn.com/
canadian pharmacies online prescriptions
online pharmacies of canada
canadian rx pharmacy online
canadian online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 18:48You actually suggested that fantastically!
http://canadianpharmaciescubarx.com/
compare rx prices
canadian viagra
drugstore online
north west pharmacy canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 19:53Many thanks. I enjoy it.
http://canadianpharmacysilo.com/
canadian pharmacy uk delivery
canada drug
prescription without a doctor’s prescription
canadian viagra
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 20:15Really lots of beneficial info.
http://talahicc.com/
mail order pharmacies
online pharmacies canada
prescription drugs without prior prescription
canadianpharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 20:16Wow plenty of amazing information!
http://www.canadianpharmacymsn.com/
discount prescription drugs online
canada pharmacy
the canadian pharmacy
online pharmacies of canada
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 21:20Very good postings, Appreciate it.
http://www.canadianpharmacymsn.com/
compare prescription prices
north west pharmacy canada
buy cialis
canadian pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 21:42Thanks a lot. Very good information.
http://canadianpharmaciescubarx.com/
canada pharmacy
canada drugs
best price prescription drugs
aarp approved canadian online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 21:43Very good data. Regards.
http://canadianpharmacyntx.com/
mexican pharmacies online
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
buy drugs online
canadian pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 22:49Wow lots of great info!
http://canadianpharmacymim.com/
canadian prescription
global pharmacy canada
most reliable canadian pharmacies
canadian pharmacies online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 23:12Great postings, Thanks a lot!
https://nicktambone.com/
best online canadian pharcharmy
canada pharmaceutical online ordering
buying prescription drugs canada
canadian pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 00:18With thanks, Great information!
http://talahicc.com/
best online international pharmacies
canadian pharmacies-24h
canadian prescription
canadian pharmaceuticals online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 00:39Perfectly voiced truly! .
http://canadianonlinepharmacynnm.com/
canadian drugs
canadian pharmaceuticals online
international pharmacy
canada pharmaceutical online ordering
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 00:39You have made your position very effectively.!
http://canadianonlinepharmacynnm.com/
mexican online pharmacies
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
canada meds
canadian drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 01:46You revealed that superbly!
http://canadianpharmacysilo.com/
canadian mail order pharmacies
canadian pharmaceuticals online
candrugstore com
canadian pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 02:07Nicely put. Regards!
http://canadianpharmacysilo.com/
prescription prices comparison
top rated canadian pharmacies online
buying prescription drugs canada
canada drug
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 03:15Info nicely considered..
http://canadianpharmaciesnnm.com/
highest rated canadian pharmacies
canadian pharmaceuticals online
drugs for sale
canadian online pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 03:36Many thanks. Lots of stuff.
http://canadianpharmaciescubarx.com/
discount prescription drugs online
canadian pharmacies without an rx
reputable canadian mail order pharmacies
canadian pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 04:45Very good stuff. Cheers!
https://nicktambone.com/
prescription drugs online without doctor
canadian online pharmacy
northwest pharmacy
canada drug
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 05:06Wonderful data. Regards.
http://canadianpharmacysilo.com/
northwest pharmacy
canadian online pharmacies
discount prescription drugs online
aarp approved canadian online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 06:15Terrific material. With thanks.
http://canadianpharmacysilo.com/
pharmacy price compare
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
online drugs
canada pharmacy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 06:36Position well taken..
https://nicktambone.com/
highest rated canadian pharmacies
canadian pharmacies online
drug costs
canadian pharcharmy
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 06:36Useful information. Many thanks!
https://nicktambone.com/
canadian drugstore reviews
london drugs canada
canadian family pharmacy
canadian online pharmacies
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 08:06You said it perfectly..
http://www.canadianpharmacymsn.com/
best online canadian pharcharmy
canadian pharmacies
canada drugs online
canada pharmacy online
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Peterensum
05.10.2014 at 08:07Thank you! Helpful information.
http://canadianpharmacymim.com/
pharmacy price comparison
northwestpharmacy
trusted overseas pharmacies
canada pharmaceutical online ordering
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Scottenlix
05.10.2014 at 09:17Kudos! Lots of info!
https://nicktambone.com/
northwest pharmacy
canada drug
highest rated canadian pharmacies
canada drugs
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
Patrickbrart
05.10.2014 at 09:37You have made your point!
https://nicktambone.com
canada pharmacy online orders
mexican pharmacies shipping to usa
prescription cost comparison
canadian viagra
Your comment is awaiting moderation.