White Elephant donations sought for Heritage Fair
Cleaning out that garage, shed or spare bedroom this spring?
The McHenry County Historical Society is seeking donations for its popular "white elephant" sale as part of this year's 30th annual Heritage Fair.
The sale has become a much-anticipated and pivotal part of the McHenry County Historical Society's fundraising effort. Items range from vintage clothing, vinyl records, garden tools, furniture, new and vintage books, glassware, seasonal merchandise, games, sporting equipment and tables of odds and ends you'll not find anywhere else.
This year's sale runs from from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12, in the Schuette Building, next door to the museum. No early birds. Checks or cash only.
Donations may be dropped off at the historical society museum, 6422 Main St., during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please, no broken or soiled items, or items that have been recalled or contain hazardous materials.
Large appliances, antiquated computers and electronic items, VHS tapes, medical supplies and such child items as cribs, car seats and used stuffed animals will not be accepted. The historical society also reserves the right to reject items because of duplication, condition or disposal costs.
Your donations are tax deductible and will contribute to funding McHenry County Historical Society programs and operations. For information, call (815) 923-2267. Visit www.mchsonline.org or follow the historical society on Facebook.