Discover Sycamore Prepares for Annual City-wide Garage Sale

The infamous days of spring cleaning are upon us.  For the majority of us that means spending a day or two (or sometimes more) scrubbing, dusting, vacuuming, organizing and decluttering.  Once you’ve decided what to keep and what to get rid of, why not make a little extra cash by hosting a yard sale?

Discover Sycamore has announced that the 4^th annual city-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sale event is scheduled to take place June 14^th, 15^th and 16^th.  It is estimated that at this year’s Treasures from the Attic event there will be as many as 100 sales across town, many of which will be multi-house sales.  A program featuring sale listings will be available at Discover Sycamore member businesses the week prior to the sales.

“We will promote this event all across the Northern Illinois area. Many of our visitors come here every year in search of great bargains,” said Lauren Diehl, Discover Sycamore Director.  “Treasures from the Attic brings hundreds of tourists to our community, and they spend money at our restaurants and stores.”

Discover Sycamore receives phone calls from interested “treasure hunters” all year long.  Any home interested in listing their sale in the program should click here for the Registration Form or call 815-895-3456 for more details.

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Treasure Maps Now Available at Discover Sycamore Member Locations

Sycamore’s City-wide garage sale will take place this weekend, June 9, 10 and 11.  Get a jump start on your bargain hunt by picking up a treasure map today!  Maps are available at the following locations…

American National Bank of Dekalb County- Downtown Sycamore Branch

American National Bank of Dekalb County- Main Branch—Dekalb Avenue

Blue Moon Bikes Cycle and Fitness

Castle Bank (Sycamore)

Culver’s of Sycamore

Dolce Vita Salon and Day Spa

Giordano’s of Sycamore

Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor

Illinois Community Credit Union

Kar-Fre Flowers

Lundeen’s Liquors

Midwest Museum of Natural History

Old Second Bank

PJ’s Courthouse Tavern

Shawn’s

State Farm- Jeff Keicher

STOMP—Shoes, Boots & Accessories

Sweet Earth*Jewelry*Engraving*Beads

Sycamore Antiques

Sycamore Chamber of Commerce

Sycamore Golf Club

Taxco Restaurant Too

The Confectionary (Sycamore)

The National Bank and Trust Company—Downtown Sycamore Branch

The National Bank and Trust Company- Coltonville Branch

 

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Sycamore’s City-wide Garage Sale Listing

Click here to take a look at all the registered garage sales for Treasures from the Attic, June 9, 10 and 11. 

Treasures from the Attic Map

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Discover Sycamore Prepares for Annual City-wide Garage Sales

Discover Sycamore has announced that the 3^rd annual city-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sale event is scheduled to take place June 9^th, 10^th and 11^th.  It is estimated that at this year’s Treasures from the Attic event there will be as many as 150 sales across town, many of which will be multi-house sales.  A “treasure” map of the sale listings will be available at Discover Sycamore member businesses the week prior to the sales.

“We will promote this event all across the area and beyond. Many of our visitors come here every year in search of great bargains,” said Lauren Diehl, Discover Sycamore Director.  “Treasures from the Attic brings hundreds of tourists to our community, and they spend money at our restaurants and stores.” 

Discover Sycamore receives phone calls from interested “treasure hunters” all year long.  Attendance for this year is expected to exceed the past.  Any home interested in listing their sale on the map needs to fill out a registration form and return to the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce before June 1st.

2011 Registration Form

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2010 Treasures From the Attic Digital Map

Please note: This map is subject to change.

*Map has been taken down to ensure privacy for past participants. Look for Treasures 2011 next year!

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Treasures From the Attic Flyer in the Midweek Today!

Did you miss the our insert in the midweek this morning? No worries! You can get it here!

Treasures From the Attic Flyer

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Deadline looming for Treasures From the Attic registration!

Time is running out to register for Discover Sycamore’s annual “Treasures from the Attic” event. City residents and business owners who wish to join in the city-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sales, can register with Discover Sycamore and have their location put on the map that will guide guests around town. The registration deadline is July 1^st. This event draws people from all over Northern Illinois and beyond searching for that special item. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the fun! Register by calling 815.895.3456

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Sycamore Gears Up For The 2nd Annual Treasures From the Attic

Looking to clean out your attic and fill  your wallets? Then Discover Sycamore has an opportunity for you! Sycamore is gearing up for its second annual city-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sale event. Treasures From the Attic will take place July 15^th, 16^th and 17^th.  Sycamore residents and business owners can register their sales with the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce by July 1^st and be a part of it. This city-wide sale will be heavily marketed outside of the area and will bring in many tourists and ‘treasure hunters’

“Last year’s event was a gigantic success” said Megan Yockey, Discover Sycamore Director, “It was our first year and we were only expecting around 50 houses to sign up, we had over 160!”.  The 2009 event drew shoppers from all across Northern Illinois, even as far as Nebraska to browse the selection. “Many of them come to Sycamore for Pumpkin Fest or Chocolate Weekend and are looking for more reasons to come back and shop here.”  With registration forms already coming into Discover Sycamore, it appears that Treasures From the Attic is doing just that.

Many Discover Sycamore member businesses took advantage of the crowd and held Sidewalk sales during the event. Rich and Roseann Para of Sweet Earth Jewelry and Gifts hosted a sidewalk sale during the 2009 event. “The Treasures From the Attic was very successful for us be a part of.” Said Rich Para, “Having all of our items out during the event was fantastic. Many people were drawn to Sycamore because of the yard sales and stopped when they saw our sidewalk sale. Our customers are elated to receive such a huge discount on our items.”

Discover Sycamore has been receiving phone calls from interested ‘treasure hunters’ all year. This year they are expecting a much larger crowd.  Any house having a yard sale or business having a sidewalk sale can have their location listed on the treasure map.  For more information visit www.DiscoverSycamore.com or call (815) 895-3456.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE REGSITRATION FORM

If you are planning a yard sale, this is a great time to have one. If you are not yet planning on having a sale this is a great way to clear out some attic treasures!

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Treasures From The Attic Registration Form

Thank you for your participation in the 2010 Treasures From the Attic Event!

Download the PDF 2010 TFA Registration Form

or you can fill out the form below

The deadline for registration is July 1st, 2010.

The registration fee is $10.

Please Return this form and Payment to:

The Sycamore Chamber of Commerce

407 W.State Street

Sycamore, IL 60178

If you have any questions please contact the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce at (815)895-3456.

Address:_________________________________________________________________

Sale Days (please circle):

• Thursday July 15^th
• Friday July 16^th
• Saturday July 17^th

Listing (40 words or less):

If you are part of a neighborhood sale please let us know which one:________________________

Your payment and contact information will not be published.

Name_______________________________

Phone Number______________________________

Email:___________________________________________

___I would like to receive a once monthly email with information on Sycamore events

___I would NOT like to receive a once monthly email with information on Sycamore events

Payment Information:

ˆ       Cash

ˆ       Check #_________

ˆ       Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard)

Credit Card Number _________________________________

Expiration Date______________

Security Code(3 digits on the back of the card)_______________

I understand that registration and payment are both due by July 1^st, 2010,  the payment is nonrefundable and after 4pm on July 1^st, 2010  I will be unable to remove my listing from the publication.

Signed______________________________________________  Date_________________

I understand that registration and payment are both due by July 1^st, 2010,  the payment is nonrefundable and after 4pm on July 1^st, 2010  I will be unable to remove my listing from the publication.

Signed______________________________________________  Date_________________

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Treasures From the Attic Registration

COTS: $10

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 1st

REGISTRATION FORM: 2010 TFA Registration Form

Sycamore is gearing up for its second annual Treasures from the Attic, city-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sales. Last years event was a huge success with over 160 houses participating, multiple businesses with sidewalk sales and a surge of shoppers treasure hunting all over Sycamore. This year the event is back July 15th, 16th and 17th.  This year the event includes a blood drive, outdoor movie and craft fair! This city-wide sale will be heavily marketed outside of the area and will bring in many tourists and ‘shoppers’. If you are planning a yard sale, this is a great time to have one. If you are not yet planning on having a sale this is a great way to clear out some attic treasures. Local businesses can also take advantage of this huge event by holding a sidewalk sale.

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