HKUST Community to Organize Summer Garage Sale for Fun and Sustainability

A garage sale with over 195 stalls of new and pre-loved goods will be held in the covered car park at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) this Saturday (15 June).

In line with the commitment of HKUST to environmental sustainability, the biannual Garage Sale endorses the Reduce-Reuse-Recycle-Replace-Rethink (5Rs) campaign.

Mrs Jean Hudson, the garage sale coordinator, takes delight in the enthusiastic reception by the HKUST community, outside organizations and general public at large. That the event is well-received by the charitable organizations adds to it even more significance. People come from all over Hong Kong to participate from as far as Sheung Shui and Tsuen Mun to the south side of Hong Kong Island and everywhere else in between. As in previous years, the proceeds from the table hire fees will be donated to charities for the benefit of many people in a variety of ways. This is a fun and enjoyable community event.

In addition to HKUST staff and their families, students and alumni, holders also include a wide variety of charitable and non-profit making organizations. A specifically designated area is available for people to donate items in good condition that they no longer require and these in turn are given to charities in Hong Kong, Mainland China and South East Asia which are supported by HKUST student charities. The HKUST Student Social Services Society are helping with the sorting and boxing all the donated goods.

Parking, food and drinks are available. Admission to the garage sale is free.

Summer Garage Sale @ HKUST:

Date:

15 June 2013 (Saturday)

Time:

9:30am – 1:30pm

Venue:

LG3 Car Park at HKUST Clearwater Bay

Contact:

Mrs Jean Hudson (9045 5942)

Remarks:

The event will take place unless there is a black or red storm warning, in which case it will be postponed.