This Weekend's Local Garage Sales

Sometimes we find what we're looking for when we least expect it. Scouring garage sales is a good way to find what you want at a discount price.

With that in mind, here's a list of local weekend garage sales in RVC and in some neighboring villages. Check out the map adjacent to the article for directions to each sale.

Aug. 28

• Where: Amherst Court, Rockville Centre
• When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• What's being sold: Sports memorabilia, baseball cards, Beanie Babies, kids' toys, clothes, electronics, books, linens, shoes and bags.

Aug. 28, 29

• Where: 15 Winifred Drive, Merrick
• When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• What's being sold: Sellers say there is something for everyone!

Aug. 28

• Where: 2816 Rockaway Ave., Oceanside
• When: 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• What's being sold: Puzzles, fax machine, plant stand, sports memorabilia, glassware, flatware, dishes, Mikasa Pompadora China, curtains, videos, books, clothes, toys, games, baby items, knives, jewelry and mirrors.

Aug. 28

• Where: 359 McKinley St., West Hempstead
• When: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• What's being sold: Antique spinning wheel, comb-back Windsor chair, other Windsor and assorted style chairs, tables, vintage cedar chest, wood stools, signed oil paintings, lamps, dishes, vintage kitchenware, old toys, crocks, pewter, pictures, needlepoint, louvered shutters, and a fabulous, huge, old, one-of-a-kind Purple Martin Bird House.

Aug. 28, 29

• Where: 1752 Harton Ave., East Meadow (benefits St. Francis  PNC Church)
• When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• What's being sold: Kitchenware, clothes, toys, furniture and household items.

Aug. 28, 29

• Where: 169 Spencer Ave., Lynbrook
• When: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• What's being sold: Office supplies, books, chairs, file cabinets, silverware, stereo equipments, sewing machines, house supplies, clothing, computers, outdoor pottery, paintings, costume jewelry, toys, watches, pottery, shoes, dining room set, kitchen set, chandeliers, wine racks, DJ equipment, board games, car stereos and antiques.

Aug. 28

• Where: 1640 Fletcher Ave., Merrick
• When: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• What's being sold: Slot machines, craft supplies, board games, multiple dressers, 36-inch white kitchen table with three chairs, queen-size head and foot boards, microwave popcorn maker, golf travel bag, boys' bikes, pocketbooks, clothes, deep fryer, bread machine, corner computer desk with hutch and a corner entertainment unit.

Aug. 28

• Where: 26 Brookside Drive, Baldwin
• When: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• What's being sold: FUBU, Old Navy, Ralph Lauren, Baby Phat, Nike, new coats and winter clothes.

Aug. 29

• Where: 5 Gateway, Rockville Centre
• When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• What's being sold: Silver coins, children's toys, Sony surround sound, electronics, hundreds of cds, dvds, christmas items, glassware, bric a brac, baby swing, large bird cage suitable for African Grey or bird that size and two antares vending machines.