Community Closet Set For March 21 in Gilboa

GILBOA  –  Trading clothes or providing clothing so it isn't sitting idle in your closet, has become a thing in the town of Gilboa.

Gilboa Town Clerk Linda Wyckoff is organizing a second Community Closet at the Gilboa Town Hall on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. She is promoting community and sustainable fashion. The town hall is located at 373 state Route 990V in Gilboa.

She was surprised to find out how much everyone enjoyed the first one last November, called a clothing exchange. She said people were stopping in to chat, browse through the clothing and go home with some new fashions. "Everyone was involved and exchanging clothing, I was surprised at some of the people who participated, but then I realized it was an opportunity to try something new."

"We hope that while you browse, you can mingle with others in the community and find some amazing new pieces for yourself or a family member," said Wyckoff. "Our goal is to offer free clothes of all styles and sizes for all ages and genders at no cost. We want to keep the clothing out of the landfill and be sustainable."

They ask that the items be dropped off between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. on March 21 or Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until noon. If you need a different time, please let Wyckoff know so a time can be scheduled. Doors will open at 10 a.m..

Please do not bring stained or torn items. Please make sure the items are clean and free from pet hair. They must be folded at the time of drop off and no undergarments.

Clothes, shoes and accessories are all welcome to be donated to the exchange.

Once the doors open on March 21 you are free to shop for clothes, shoes or accessories to put together your best outfit. You do not need to exchange an item to take an item.

She invites people to have fun and explore, and to be kind and generous to the other swappers and the coordinators. Please do not take items you will not personally use or give as a gift. You agree not to sell anything you received for free at the exchange.

The items that remain at the exchange will be donated to the Schoharie County Department of Social Services for families in need or foster care.