Its Christmas In July at the Bargain Basket

It’s Christmas in July at the Bargain Basket – the holiday special began Monday, July 19 and will end Saturday, July 24. All Christmas merchandise will be 50-percent off all week long. The Bargain Basket receives many holiday decorations throughout the year and does not have the room to store them all year long. This gives the staff an opportunity to thin out the Christmas merchandise in a fun way, and their front display table will feature many holiday items.

If you are like me, you start collecting fun gifts to hand out in December or any time of the year for that special occasion. What better way to add to your gift giving list than shopping in July?  You might just find a vintage collectible item such as a snow globe for someone’s collection or for the grandkids. It is part toy and part decoration and when you give it a gentle shake, it brings out that nostalgic reminder of a winter scene long time ago.

Artwork – the Bargain Basket has a good selection of art pieces and sometimes the frame is worth more than the artwork – you can easily insert a special photo making the gift very special.  

Special collectibles – There are lots of holiday knickknacks and collectibles and if your recipient is collecting certain series or special themes, now is the time to start checking out the Bargain Basket. Items are constantly coming and going and always at guaranteed low prices.

Craft Kits – For that crafty or DIY person on your list. The Bargain Basket has an entire section of craft items.

Hero’s Discount - As a show of gratitude for the sacrifices they make to keep the residents safe, 

a 10% discount is extended to all veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters, nurses and all first responders.

A Birthday Discount – The $3 off your purchase is extended on your birthday or the day before or after.

Medical Supplies—Such as canes, walkers are free of charge. All they ask is that you bring the items back once you’re finished using them. Borrowers may, of course, make a donation at the front counter.

Daily Specials:  The Bargain Basket features a daily sales program, and featured sale categories are posted on the Bargain Basket’s Facebook page. You can check in advance what’s on sale that week.  You also can sign up to receive the Bargain Basket’s weekly newsletter at UCMarco.org.

New at the Bargain Basket:  According to Samantha Arago, Bargain Basket and Church Outreach Manager, they are in the midst of making some design changes around the store.  They just added an additional fitting room and summer is the best time for them to get these projects done.

You can shop at the Bargain Basket knowing that you are benefitting the local community.  

Each year, the Bargain Basket and the United Church of Marco Island donates over $100,000 to local missions and also to many local organizations in need.  

As a ministry of the United Church of Marco Island, The Bargain Basket is a non-profit charitable mission of the Church.  According to Samantha Arago, “it is a part of our mission to offer great pricing to the community.” Proceeds from sales support the local community and multiple missions and ministry partners.   

Looking for volunteers – According to Samantha, they are looking for floor help on Saturdays – and if you have spare time and want to meet a dedicated group of volunteers, the Bargain Basket is the place! If interested, please stop by the store to pick up an application or email: bbasket@ucmarco.org.

The Bargain Basket offers quality new and gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, linens, media items, electronics and more, all at great prices.  Samantha would like to thank the public for being active supporters of the Bargain Basket by donating such great merchandise.  Donations are gladly accepted at the back door, Monday through Saturday, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.