Thrift Sale in Solon

Whether it’s a thrift store, a yard sale, or a flea market, there’s nothing quite like pawing through other people’s castoffs to get the heart pumping. You can snag your fair share of shopping CPR — not to mention killer bargains on used clothes, shoes, jewelry, and handbags— today through Tuesday at the Budget Bin, a twice-a-year consignment sale sponsored by the Solon P.T.A. “Basically, it’s a huge, indoor, week-long garage sale,” says co-chair Suzi Castiglione, with nearly 400 consigners hauling in everything from prom dresses to household appliances. Among past treasures, Castiglione recalls the year when several pieces of Arhaus furniture showed up. “Another year, we had antique photo developing equipment!” Today’s shopping hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; tomorrow, it’s 10 a.m. to 7. If you want to trade selection for price, Saturday and Monday are “bonus” days, with 30 percent off all purchases. And on the final day — Tuesday — whatever you can stuff in one of the PTA’s bags will cost just $5. All monies go to provide scholarships to Solon High School seniors; leftovers go to local charities. It’s happening at Parkside Elementary School Gymnasium, 6845 SOM Center Rd. in Solon. Find out more on the website.