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Community Yard Sale - Saturday, May 10, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join us for the Clean Community Division’s first-ever Community Yard Sale! This event is designed to help reduce waste and give new life to gently used items. Community members are invited to sign up and host a yard sale at their home, with the Clean Community Division providing event promotion, including advertising, an online map, a handy resource guide, and yard signs for participants.

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By shopping or selling at our Community Yard Sale, you'll help keep goods out of the landfill while supporting a more sustainable future. It’s a great way to declutter, find unique treasures, and make a positive environmental impact. Let’s come together to reuse, recycle, and reduce waste—see you there!

Tips for Hosting a Successful Yard Sale

Make the most of your yard sale with these helpful tips:

Plan Ahead: Choose a layout that makes browsing easy and price items clearly with visible tags.
Spread the Word: Take advantage of the event’s promotion, but also share on social media, in neighborhood groups, and by word of mouth.
Organize Items by Category: Arrange similar items together—clothing, books, home goods—to make shopping easier.
Offer Deals & Bundles: Encourage sales with discounts like “Buy One, Get One Free” or bundle pricing.
Be Prepared with Change & Bags: Have plenty of small bills and coins for making change and provide reusable bags for buyers.
Make It Fun: Play music, offer refreshments, and create a welcoming atmosphere to attract more shoppers.

Sustainable Shopping Tips for Yard Sale Shoppers

Want to be a more eco-friendly yard sale shopper? Here’s how:

Bring Your Own Bags & Boxes: Reduce waste by carrying reusable shopping bags or baskets for your purchases.
Choose Quality Over Quantity: Look for well-made, items that you can enjoy longer.
Think of Upcycling Possibilities: Consider how items can be repurposed or refurbished to give them a second life.
Plan Your Route Efficiently: Use the online yard sale map to reduce unnecessary driving and save fuel.

Good Housekeeping & Responsible Disposal

Once the yard sale is over, be sure to dispose of leftover items responsibly:

Donate Gently Used Items: Consider donating unsold goods to local charities, thrift stores, or shelters.
Recycle What You Can: Check your local recycling guidelines for accepted materials.
Dispose of Hazardous Waste Properly: Items like old paint, batteries, and electronics should be taken to designated disposal sites.
Check out our resources: Refer to our resource guide and online map to find the best locations for donating, recycling, and properly disposing of your items. (coming soon)

By participating in the Community Yard Sale, you’re taking an active role in keeping our city clean and sustainable. Thank you for being part of the movement to reduce, reuse, and recycle!

Residents in the City of Santa Barbara are eligible to participate as yard sale hosts included on our map and promotion. If you live in a condo or apartment, please check with your management before registering to host.