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Wolff's Flea Market: We are All of Us

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NICE & NEUTRAL   WE ARE WOLFF’S FLEA MARKET WE ARE ALL OF US GOAL: COLLECTIVE EXPERIENCE These thoughts are not unique. We are spinning them as they relate to our family business. 2024 is full of controversy People own strong and sometimes polarizing personal viewpoints. Conversations sometimes lead to a arguments and negative scenarios amongst those with differences. Please remember:   Wolff’s Flea Market is a family place. We strive to present ourselves as a haven of happy, eclectic diversity. We provide you with a few hours away from the rest of the world on a nice sunny Sunday to experience fresh air, camaraderie, bargains and success.   We are a place for peace, neutrality and unity.   We continue to remind you that disparaging speech, merchandise, brochures, signs, etc. are not tolerated. Please reserve such merchandise, concepts, opinions and arguments for your personal lives and time outside of the market. There are plenty of amazing products to offer and kind words to sha

FIRST TIME VENDORS AT WOLFF'S FLEA MARKET - PLEASE READ

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WELCOME TO WOLFF’S FLEA MARKET 2024! CLICK HERE FOR VENDOR PRICING REFER BACK TO WOLFFS.COM FOR MORE INFO FIRST TIME & NEW VENDORS!   PLEASE READ! Created 8/7/17 - Updated 3/10/19, 4/19/19, 6/21/19, 2/19/2020, 3/3/2021, 2/26/22, 8/29/22, 4/4/23, 7/11/23, 1/8/2024, 3/7/2024 Yup, looks like another long read by Wolff's Flea Market...👀. Still have that coffee? Thanks for considering selling at one of Chicagoland’s best flea markets! Whether you are decluttering or starting a small business, we are here to support your endeavors! It's easy to get your seller space, and you will need to set your alarms ! No reservations required. Drive to west side of building around 4am *  stay in your car and staff will direct you to a space. You will park across the back of the space.  * NOTE : WE EXPERIENCED LARGE VENDOR CROWDS IN 2023. TO OBTAIN A FIRST-COME-FIRST SERVE SPACE WE RECOMMEND VENDORS ARRIVE  EARLIER THAN 4AM ON GOOD WEATHER DAYS. That's just how it evolved

Wolff's Flea Market 2023: Seasons & Sunrises

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WOLFF'S FLEA MARKET 2023 Seasons change They told us so From before To during To after To the sweet anticipation of  Next Time Next Year Missing what passed in a flash Wasn’t it yesterday? When sleepless nights and rushing minds fused with flea market Sundays? Shoppers, Sellers, Staff New faces and wonders merge with the old Heart souls we call family  Your flea market journey blends with ours You are our home, this amazing Rosemont Flashlights, wagons, treasures Eclectic eccentricities Moonlight missions lead to sunrise Each day unique, this year the strongest Missing what’s paused But it’s only for now Time will send us spinning toward next season And we will do it all over again Our words and pictures do not embody the full perspective of Wolff’s Flea Market Your creative contributions complete the vision Sending heartfelt thoughts of gratitude, peace, health and kindness to our flea market community as we say goodbye for now and look to more in 2024! Love,  Wolff’s Flea Market

WATCH YOUR WEIGHTS

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C - Canopy Weights A - Are N - Not O - Optional P - Please Y - You need to be safe ! Vendors, this post is for you. With hot weather upon us, many of you will choose to bring a canopy to shield you and your merchandise from the sun. It is very important that when setting up your booth for the day that the first tasks you attend to are your CANOPY & UMBRELLA WEIGHTS. We understand you are eager to unpack your merchandise, but if you are using a canopy, the first priority is safety. Do not leave your weights in your vehicle "to set up later". You may get busy and forget. Wind and wind gusts are an inherent part of of being outside and can occur at any time. Early in the day, the air may seem calm, but being in a wide open space, wind gusts can occur. As the day progresses, air currents from overhead planes and other weather conditions can also cause windy conditions. Occasionally we may require canopies to be taken down due to weather conditions. We like the E

COUNTERFEITS: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -WOLFF'S FLEA MARKET

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COUNTERFEITS FAQ QUESTIONS & ANSWERS BY SHARON WOLFF Creative Media & Merchandise Consultant to Wolff's Flea market We are not lawyers, and this is not legal advice. Information here is gathered from our experience and ongoing research. Counterfeits are not allowed at Wolff's Flea Market.  Vendors are responsible for monitoring their own merchandise. More Questions?     Call or text 847-524-9590     wolffs.com   Originally published May 2015 Edited 11/17/16, 3/7/2017, 5/5/18, 2/19/2020, 4/4/2023 WHAT IS A COUNTERFEIT? Counterfeit products are illegal fake copies of real products. People knowingly or unknowingly buy or sell counterfeits. Other related terms: fake, copy, replica, forgery, knock-off, bootleg, pirated, unlicensed, trademark infringement, trademark dilution, look-alike.                                              IS THERE A LAW? The Lanham Trademark Act is the federal law prohibiting counterfeits. It bans the use of: copied pictures, word

No Merchandise Shortages at Wolff's Flea Market - Rosemont

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Shoppers & Sellers win big on pallet auctions of store returns, overstock, past season, new merchandise Experts predict that the 2021 holiday shopping season will be fraught with shortages on everything from gifts to toys to clothing, electronics and even daily necessities. Manufacturing, shipping and transport delays may prevent certain products from reaching your homes in time for the holidays.  Luckily, you can start and finish your shopping in October at Wolff's Flea Market - Rosemont. With just 2 more Sundays left to the season, we hope to quickly introduce you to our fabulous in person, all outdoor, unique, sustainable, shopping experience.  You can stock up in on most everything you want and need because there are no shipping or shopping delays here!   Don't you think it's time to start (and finish) your holiday shopping? Logically, you can even check off your whole list in just one visit. It's all here, out in the open and in stock. One place for all ages an

Wolff's Flea Market Diaries 10/18/21

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FLEA MARKET DIARIES 10/18/21 ​ BE KIND -  In words and actions As our 2021 season draws to a close, we are beginning to having those sentimental flea market thoughts.  Wolff's Flea Market - Rosemont, IL   Wolff's Flea Market is a family owned and family friendly business. For over 30 years, we have offered fair and equal opportunities for vendors and customers to participate in diverse, enjoyable and successful shopping + selling. We monitor merchandise and respectfully educate if you have something we do not allow. We also expect our clientele to maintain respectful behavior. If an uncomfortable situation arises, please do not engage, but instead contact a staff person (in green shirts with walkie talkies) who will direct you to or contact the proper management or security. Please do not shout, use profanity or insults. An individual may be asked to leave the market if we deem their behavior to be offensive, disruptive and inappropriate to our family friendly atmosphere.   ​ A