Washington Township VFD to host flea market

The event will welcome vendors offering a variety of items, including yard sale merchandise, crafts, hunting and fishing items, baked goods and more

The event will welcome vendors offering a variety of items, including yard sale merchandise, crafts, hunting and fishing items, baked goods and more.

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Published June 1, 2026 - 9:29 a.m.

The Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department will host its first flea market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 13.

The event will welcome vendors offering a variety of items, including yard sale merchandise, crafts, hunting and fishing items, baked goods and more.

Vendor spaces measuring 12-by-12 feet are available for $15. Admission for shoppers is free.

A food stand operated by the fire department will be available throughout the day.

For vendor information, contact Alice at 740-658-3779.

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