Name: Barrington United Methodist Church Annual Rummage Sale Oct. 2-3
Start: 2026-10-02T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Barrington United Methodist Church

Barrington United Methodist Church

Treasure hunters, bargain shoppers, and volunteers are all invited to Barrington United Methodist Church's 92nd Annual Rummage Sale! Join the fun on Friday, October 2, from 9 a.m.–7 p.m. and Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m.–noon at 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington. Cash and check only.
Browse thousands of clean, gently used treasures, including clothing, jewelry, toys, housewares, holiday décor, tools, sporting goods, bikes, garden items, and so much more. Looking for something extra special? Don't miss the French Room, featuring designer labels, antiques, collectibles, china, crystal, artwork, and other unique finds.The popular half-price sale begins at 3:00 pm on Friday. Saturday shoppers can take advantage of the Bargain Bag Sale in select departments, where anything you can fit into designated bags is just $5, $10, or $15. The French Room and Jewelry &amp; Accessories will also be half-price on Saturday.

Local Event: Barrington United Methodist Church Annual Rummage Sale Oct. 2-3

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Barrington United Methodist Church Annual...

Treasure hunters, bargain shoppers, and volunteers are all invited to Barrington United Methodist Church's 92nd Annual Rummage...

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Items that did not sell in recent auctions are offered here in a last chance online-only auction. Many items at reduced prices!
Did you miss the action? The show isn’t over yet. We want to make sure every piece of history finds the right home. This is your final opportunity to bid on these items, often at a great value.
The Rules of Engagement
<ul><li>Format: This is a 1-Week Online-Only Auction. Bidding takes place exclusively on the Donley Auctions website.</li><li>Timing: The Online Encore opens shortly after the live auction concludes. Bidding remains open for 7 days.</li><li>Winning the Item: When the week is up, the auction closes. The highest bidder wins.</li><li>Payment &amp; Pickup: Standard Donley Auctions terms apply. Winners will be invoiced shortly after the online auction closes. DonleyAuctions.com/shipping . Local winners can pick up at our Union, Illinois location - make an appointment at 815-923-7000.</li><li>Shipping: We offer reasonably priced, expert shipping on small to medium-sized items. For larger items, we can help you arrange third-party transport.</li></ul>
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This auction offers over five hundred artifacts celebrating the enduring spirit of civic duty, public service, and early industrial might.
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