The Iola Chamber of Commerce promotes the event by publishing articles and ads in the Register, posting on social media and emailing Chamber members.
A sign-up form is on the Chamber website, Iolachamber.org. You can also call 620-365-5252 to sign up or stop by the Chamber office from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The registration fee is $10.
The Iola Register will design and print the map of those hosting sales and print additional copies to distribute to participants. A digital map will also be available on our website and Facebook page.
Tips for having a successful garage sale:
• Clean out what you don’t need: A good rule of thumb is if you don’t use it or wear it regularly (or forgot it even existed), it probably needs to go.
• Sort and organize your items.
• Get pricing stickers or even a permanent marker and masking tape will do.
• Make sure the prices are visible.
• Be careful not to attach sentimental value to your things and overprice it in the process.
• Have change on hand.
• Grab a table and chairs so you can have a designated area to cash people out (and stay comfortable).
