Greenwood, SC, October 26, 2025
News Summary
St. Mark United Methodist Church is set to hold the Tinsel and Treasures sale from November 7-9. The event will raise funds for the Women’s Ministry and feature a variety of vintage and holiday items, with a preview day for attendees on the first day. Admission to the preview event is $5, which includes a holiday gift box. The sale will take place at Founders Hall, and selections will cater to families looking for unique holiday gifts.
Greenwood, SC – St. Mark United Methodist Church will hold its second annual Tinsel and Treasures sale from November 7-9, 2025. The event aims to raise funds for the Women’s Ministry of the church, which supports various needs not included in the church’s operating budget.
The kickoff for the sale will be a preview event on November 7, which runs from noon to 2 p.m. and again from 4 to 6 p.m. A $5 donation is required for entry to this preview sale, and attendees will receive a holiday gift box as part of their admission. Following the preview, regular shopping hours will occur on November 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and November 9 from noon to 2 p.m.
The event will take place at Founders Hall, located at the church’s main campus at 550 SC Bypass 72, Greenwood. This year’s sale will feature an array of vintage and holiday items available at various price points, with offerings ideal for families and children looking for gifts. Prices for items will start at just $1.
Among the highlights of this year’s sale are holiday sign decor, shiny vintage ornaments displayed in mid-century modern punch bowls, and decorative bows. Participants can expect themed decorations, including trees and wreaths, creating an inviting atmosphere for holiday shopping.
Throughout the year, sale organizers, including Pat Williams, Cyndi Cioffi, Debra Robinson, and Fran Brown, have been busy preparing for the event, accumulating donations and curating unique items for the sale. Debra Robinson described the preparations as more than just a garage or yard sale, emphasizing the dedication to providing quality items.
This initiative began in 2024 when Cyndi Cioffi donated the inventory of her antiques shop for the previous sale. The inaugural Tinsel and Treasures sale was a success, narrowly missing expected earnings from a prior pecan sale fundraiser that was impacted by Hurricane Helene, which damaged pecan crops. The Women’s Ministry has used funds from past sales for essentials like signage and renovations.
In conjunction with the Tinsel and Treasures event, the church is also operating a pumpkin patch that is open until October 31, 2025, allowing community members to purchase pumpkins before the holiday festivities begin. The church encourages the community to contribute additional items for future sales, enhancing the variety available for aspiring holiday shoppers.
Key Features of the Tinsel and Treasures Sale
- Date: November 7-9, 2025
- Preview Sale: November 7 from noon to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.
- Regular Shopping Hours: November 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and November 9 from noon to 2 p.m.
- Location: Founders Hall, 550 SC Bypass 72, Greenwood, SC
- Entry Fee for Preview Sale: $5 (includes holiday gift box)
- Item Price Range: $1 and up
- Sale Highlights: Holiday sign decor, vintage ornaments, decorative bows, themed trees and wreaths
FAQ Section
The Tinsel and Treasures sale is an event organized by St. Mark United Methodist Church to raise funds for the Women’s Ministry.
The sale will occur from November 7-9, 2025.
The event will be held at Founders Hall, located at 550 SC Bypass 72, Greenwood, SC.
A $5 donation is required for entry to the preview sale on November 7, which includes a holiday gift box.
The sale will feature a variety of vintage and holiday items, with prices starting at $1.
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- Index Journal: Pumpkin Patch Opens at Church
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Charity
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