Holiday Sale Begins on November 4th at the WSL Thrift & Consignment Shop
Meryl Hymson, who has served as chair of the Holiday Sale at the WSL, poses with items that will be available starting on November 4th. Photo credit: Joan O’Connor
The Westfield Service League Thrift & Consignment Shop will start selling Trim-a-Tree items such as ornaments, lights and mantel décor on November 4th. Each week merchandise will be added, such as wreaths and trees, garlands, Christmas and Hanukah housewares, baking tins, gifts, toys and clothes.
“Our very merry holiday sale will begin in November and go through December 22nd. Every week we will have new items which include everything you will need to decorate your home, holiday dishes, nutcrackers, platters, linens, Hanukah decorations and musical Santa’s,” said Meryl Hymson, who is serving her fourth year as Holiday Chair.
Starting after Thanksgiving on Black Friday and Super Saturday, the shops will feature new clothing, designer handbags and shoes with original tags for good prices and brand-new toys donated by our volunteers for half price.
“Our holiday sale is our biggest sale of the year and it allows us to make generous grants to the non-profits that we support,” said Hymson.
The money raised from the sale of the goods goes to local non-profit organizations, including the Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey, Moms Helping Moms, Caring Contact, Roots and Wings, and St. Joseph’s Social Services Center. Last year, the League was able to donate $90,000 to 41 organizations.
The shop is located at 114 Elmer Street in Westfield and is open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information about donations or volunteering, call 908-233-2530 for the Thrift Shop or 908-232-1223 for the Consignment Shop. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @westfieldserviceleague
“Our very merry holiday sale will begin in November and go through December 22nd. Every week we will have new items which include everything you will need to decorate your home, holiday dishes, nutcrackers, platters, linens, Hanukah decorations and musical Santa’s,” said Meryl Hymson, who is serving her fourth year as Holiday Chair.
Starting after Thanksgiving on Black Friday and Super Saturday, the shops will feature new clothing, designer handbags and shoes with original tags for good prices and brand-new toys donated by our volunteers for half price.
“Our holiday sale is our biggest sale of the year and it allows us to make generous grants to the non-profits that we support,” said Hymson.
The money raised from the sale of the goods goes to local non-profit organizations, including the Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey, Moms Helping Moms, Caring Contact, Roots and Wings, and St. Joseph’s Social Services Center. Last year, the League was able to donate $90,000 to 41 organizations.
The shop is located at 114 Elmer Street in Westfield and is open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information about donations or volunteering, call 908-233-2530 for the Thrift Shop or 908-232-1223 for the Consignment Shop. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @westfieldserviceleague
Westfield Service League Announces New Board
Thrift and Consignment Shops to Open on September 5
The Westfield Service League (WSL) has officially announced their new Executive Board for the 2024-25 season. Susan McClelland and Karen Salemme will continue to serve as Co-Presidents, and Rosann LiVolsi, as Vice President. New to the Board are Jan Herringer, Treasurer, and Carole Peyton, Secretary, who will begin two-year terms.
“Our shops are full, so come on in to do your fall shopping. We would like to remind our customers, that although we sell beautiful and designer merchandise, we are a nonprofit agency and all proceeds are distributed through grants to local charitable organizations. We wholeheartedly thank our shoppers for their support,” said Salemme.
The money raised from the sale of the goods goes to local non-profit organizations, including the Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey, Moms Helping Moms, Caring Contact, Roots and Wings, and St. Joseph’s Social Services Center. Last year, the League was able to donate more than $90,000 to 41 organizations.
“If any community member is looking for a great way to volunteer their time, look no further. We would love for you to join our caring community of volunteers who run all aspects of our shops. Come on in and we’ll show you around and answer your questions,” added McClelland.
“I’ve been part of the WSL for over 23 years. Being part of this non-profit organization has been an amazing, rewarding experience. Not only do we work hard for well-deserving charitable organizations, but we have a great time doing it. I’ve been blessed to become a part of a family of over a hundred dedicated women. It is truly my home away from home,” said LiVolsi.
“Volunteering at the Westfield Service League is such a rewarding experience, and I encourage anyone who wants to give back to the community and make lifelong friends at the same time to join this amazing group of women. There are even opportunities for high school students to begin their volunteer journey as part of our intern program,” said Herringer.
“I just completed my first two years on the WSL and I am impressed with the wonderful, charitable works that the members do. It’s exciting to have the opportunity to serve the League as its Secretary,” said Peyton.
Paula Davino and JoAnn Neylan will chair the thrift shop and Arlene Bertrand, Sarah Martin and Charlotte Abruzzo will chair the consignment shop.
Besides working in either the thrift or consignment shops, members serve on special committees, such as holiday sale, grants, personnel, house, food pantry, mobile meals and more. There are also many other social activities, such as “happy hour” at local restaurants once a month, book club, and field trips to area attractions. The League is active and the stores are open from September to June. Membership meetings are held once a month.
The shop is located at 114 Elmer Street in Westfield and is open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 am to 4 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information about donations or volunteering, call 908-233-2530 for the Thrift Shop or 908-232-1223 for the Consignment Shop.
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The League has been serving the community since 1932.
Top row left to right: Carole Peyton, Rosann LiVolsi, Jan Herringer; bottom row left to right: Susan McClelland and Karen Salemme.
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A brief history of WSL
For 89 years, the Westfield Service League has served Westfield and Union County as a service organization and resale shop.
We offer a mix of new and gently used clothing for sale in Consignment and Thrift. The proceeds from the shops help us help others by awarding grants to other Westfield and Union County nonprofit and service organizations.
We like to say we put used goods to good work.
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Donate with dignity
If, like us, you dream of your closet or your children's closet looking like the one above, where you can actually see what you own, and you've spent your time at home cleaning your closet, please consider dropping off your donations in Thrift. We are seeking items that you would give to your BFF. If you wouldn't give it to someone you love, please don't give it to us. Visit our Thrift Donation FAQs page for more information on how to donate.
Want to earn a little extra cash? Consign with us!
If you hate to part with something that is still in excellent shape but you know you're never going to wear and could use a little post-holiday cash, consider consigning with our Consignment Shop. To find out how, visit our Consignment FAQs page.
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