Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who worked to make this year's Rummage Sale a success! Early numbers indicate that we likely met or exceeded our fundraising target. The vibes from the past two weeks indicate that we ABSOLUTELY exceeded our "being in community" target! More specific info and pictures to come soon. THANK YOU!

​Saturday, June 21, 2025 · 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
St. John XXIII Parish, St. Nicholas Campus, 806 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
Oldershaw Hall and the School Cafeteria
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*Free on-site parking lot behind the church*

Get ready to find the most amazing treasures at the 2025 St. John XXIII Parish Rummage Sale! (Scroll down for more pictures.)

Volunteers Needed!

Calling all adults, teens, and families: We need your help!
Move-In and Set-Up
Wednesday, June 11:  6 - 8 p.m.
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Donation Unloading and Sorting
Friday, June 13:  10 a.m. - 4p.m.
Saturday, June 14:  10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Monday, June 16:  10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
​Tuesday, June 17:  10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

St. Vincent de Paul Trailer Loading
Thursday, June 19:  1 - 3 p.m.
Work the Pre-Sale
Friday, June 20:  5:45 - 8:15 p.m.
(If you volunteer for 6+ hours total, you're invited to the pre-sale, too!)

​Rummage Sale Day!
Saturday, June 21
Work the Sale:  7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Post-Sale Clean-Up:  2 - 4 p.m.

Pack Up & Return Display Items
Sunday, June 22:  1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
​If you volunteer for 6 hours or more, you and a guest can shop at the special volunteer pre-sale on Friday, June 20, from 6-8 p.m.!

Donation Information

Let your clutter become someone else's treasure!

Donation Drop-Off

Friday, June 13 - Tuesday, June 17
  • Friday, June 13:  10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 14:  10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Monday, June 16:  10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 17:  10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Donation Guide

NOT ACCEPTED: Anything broken, ripped, stained, dirty, or with missing pieces
NOT ACCEPTED: Liquids, paint (except craft paint), perfume, toiletries, personal health items, mattresses, beds, full size appliances (refrigerators, freezers, stoves)

Oldershaw Hall - Use the parking lot/alley door
Clothes, baby items, children's books, toys, and costumes

Category
Description
Clothing
​Women’s, men’s, children’s clothing, shoes, belts, purses, scarves, hats
Infant & Toddler
​High chairs, bouncy seats, infant toys, nursery décor, diaper bags
Not Accepted
​No car seats, cribs, crib mattresses​
Children's Books
​Picture books, board books, chapter books
​Not Accepted
No books or magazines for adults
Toys & Costumes
​Toys, puzzles, games, dolls, Legos, craft sets, costume items

School Cafeteria - Use the parking lot/Religious Education doors
Furniture, bikes, jewelry, kitchen & household goods, sporting equipment, electronics, and all other donations

Category
Description
Bikes & Helmets
​Bikes, trikes, and scooters in good, rideable condition
Furniture
Sofas, dining tables & chairs, bookcases, dressers, chairs, ottomans, end tables, coffee tables, accent furniture
Not Accepted
No sleeper sofas, sectional couches, glass-topped tables, china cabinets, entertainment centers, beds, mattresses
Garden & Patio
​Mowers, garden tools, planters & lawn ornaments, lawn chairs, patio furniture
Hardware & Tools
​Small power tools, hand tools, hardware, clean paint brushes & supplies
Housewares
Pots, pans, plates, bowls, dish sets, drinking glasses, picnic sets, flatware, serving trays, casseroles, storage items, utensils & gadgets
Jewelry
Women’s & men’s jewelry, watches, necklaces, earrings, rings, pins
​Kitchen Appliances
Microwaves, mini refrigerators, blenders, toasters, crock pots, instant pots, coffee makers, mixers, irons
Knick Knacks
Small décor items, candles, baskets, vases, crafts, yarn, religious & holiday items
Linens
​Bed & table linens, towels, window treatments, decorative pillows, small throw rugs, fabric
Luggage
Suitcases, travel bags, backpacks
Music & Video
CDs & DVDs, vinyl records, musical instruments, sheet music
​Office
Desk storage items, scissors, staplers, unused notebooks, journals & stationery, unopened gift wrap​
Small Electronics​
Flat screen TVs only, lamps, vacuum cleaners, fans, clocks, radios, hair dryers, curling irons
​Not Accepted
No computers, printers, fax machines, phones
​Sporting Goods
Clean and usable balls, bats, gloves, hockey sticks, skates, golf clubs, cleats
Wall Art
​​​Framed art, mirrors, picture frames

Questions? 

​Contact Jean Luft  at [email protected].