Spring Swap at Side Practice Coffee

5139 North Damen Avenue,Chicago IL 60625

01 May, 2021

Description

Join us for our first ever, item swap event! This event allows you to live a more sustainable lifestyle, save money, and meet great people. WHY SWAP For every t-shirt we swap, we save the planet 2,168 gallons of water. For every garment worn twice as long, it's carbon footprint is reduced by 44%.Create a more conscious closet without the harsh budget.Have a more organized life -- like Marie Kondo!Free! Fun! Friends! Coffee! Snacks! *This event is encouraged for everyone and anyone of all identities! HOW IT WORKS 1. Drop off any day during shop hours BEFORE Saturday, May 1st. (If this doesn't work for you and you still want to swap, please email [email protected] and we can work something out!) 2. Sign up for a time on May 1st to swap. Max group 5 at a time, 30 min slots. (11A-2P) *If you're signing up to swap with a friend or a group, please make sure to get tickets for each individual, as we are trying to limit people in the shop for social distancing. *There will be an open house between 2-3PM where anyone, regardless if they brought clothing or not, will be able to take what they desire. *Anything that is not taken will be donated. If you don't want your clothes donated please make sure to come get them no later than 3PM on Sunday, May 2nd. *MASKS ARE REQUIRED. Please respect social distancing guidelines. WHAT YOU CAN BRING (up to 10 clothing items per person) PantsShortsTank topsT-shirts Sweaters Coats ShoesAccessories (purses, bags, jewelry)RecordsNOTE: In order to swap, you must bring items! *Exception for open house. ACCEPTANCE POLICIES Only stylish items in tip-top condition. (Must be washed. No rips, piling, stains). (Think as if you were selling to Buffalo Exchange, Plato's Closet, etc.) No underwear or socks.Please bring a reusable bag, as this is a sustainable event. Side Practice will be open for business. Drinks and pastries available for purchase. (Sources: Ellen MacArthur Foundation, A New Textiles Economy: Redesigning Fashion's Future.)