{"product_id":"housewares-swap-registration","title":"Akron Housewares Swap Registration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us for a community Housewares Swap! Bring household items you no longer use and discover new-to-you treasures from fellow swappers. This event is presented by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thanksitsthriftedpodcast.com\"\u003eThanks, it's Thrifted podcast. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eAkron Housewares Swap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textAlign\":\"center\"}}} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunday, August 9, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e9:00 AM – 12:30PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardesty Park\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1615 W. Market St.\u003cbr\u003eAkron, OH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHOW IT WORKS \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis event is exclusively for registered swappers. Participants must bring items to exchange in order to receive swap tickets and shop the event. The Housewares Swap is not open to the general public for shopping. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegister for a swapper spot. Each participant must register separately.  Please do not register multiple participants at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring up to 30 clean, gently used household items to swap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck in beginning at 9:00 AM and receive one swap ticket for each item you bring (up to 30 tickets).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up your items using an available park table (limited availability) or bring your own table (up to 10 feet) or blanket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll items must be set up before swapping begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eSWAP SCHEDULE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9:00 AM – 10:00 AM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCheck-in, setup, and browsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTicket Swap Hour. Use your tickets to \"shop\" and claim items from other participants. Each ticket may be exchanged for one item. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eOpen Swap. Any remaining items are available to all participants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12:00 PM - 12:30 PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePack up \u0026amp; donate. Take home any remaining items or choose to donate them to our nonprofit partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eIMPORTANT NOTES:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:list --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegistration is $10 per swapper and helps cover the cost of the venue, event supplies, and organization.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrompt arrival at 9:00 AM is recommended to allow time for setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants are responsible for setting up and displaying their own items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the conclusion of the event, you may take home any unclaimed items or choose to donate them on site through our nonprofit donation partner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a community swap event, not a sale. No money will be exchanged between participants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend bringing a wagon, tote bag, laundry basket, or box to help transport your treasures throughout the event. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\u003c!-- wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a rain-or-shine outdoor event unless severe weather requires cancellation. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/wp:list-item --\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:list --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003eWHAT TO BRING\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Mugs and drinkware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Plates, bowls, and serving pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Kitchen gadgets and utensils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Small appliances in working condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Artwork and frames\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Vases and decorative items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Candles (unused or very gently used)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Baskets and storage items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Small quantities of books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Other clean, gently used household goods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"\u003ePLEASE DO NOT BRING\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Clothing, shoes, or accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Large furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Broken, stained, or damaged items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Mattresses or large household fixtures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Hazardous materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Electronics that do not work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ Toys\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItems should be from your home and intended for swapping, not resale inventory or commercial merchandise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e \u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's keep great items in circulation, reduce waste, and have some fun treasure hunting together!\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thanks, It's Thrifted Vintage \u0026 Retro","offers":[{"title":"This registration is for ONE swapper","offer_id":46669602422983,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Additional swappers must register separately","offer_id":46669606650055,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/0639\/2007\/files\/HousewareSwap_IG_size_1080_x_1080_px.png?v=1781705974","url":"https:\/\/thanksitsthriftedshop.com\/products\/housewares-swap-registration","provider":"Thanks, It's Thrifted Vintage \u0026 Retro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}