Introduction

The American Cancer Society saves lives by helping you get well and stay well, by finding cures and by fighting back against cancer. Through a unique quality resale shopping experience the WEST SEATTLE DISCOVERY SHOP helps to support the fight against cancer.

Staffed with friendly, dedicated volunteers, the Discovery Shop offers men's and women's clothing, Junior Trends, vintage wear, accessories, jewelry, artwork, antiques, collectibles, books and other household items.

Sunday, June 2, 2013

HAPPENINGS - June 3 - 16


Pink tags are 50% off and starting Monday June 3 we have a week of daily Manager's 40% off Specials - something for everyone!
·         Monday June 3 women's clothing;
·         Tuesday June 4 men's and women's accessories (hats, shoes, scarves, purses, belts, ties);
·         Wednesday June 5 will be pictures and frames;
·         Thursday June 6 all household and electronic items;
·         Friday June 7 media and entertainment (CD's, games, puzzles, books, etc.);
·         Saturday June 8 any item of your choice is 40% off (excluding white tagged items).

For Father's Day we have some very nice men's wear for Dad's special day June 16. Visit us the week of Monday June 10 through Sunday June 16 and walk away with some great gifts at 40% off. Also that week our leather coats (women's and men's) will be 40% off. Some REAL DEALS!!

On Thursday June 13 we're open until 8:30 p.m. for the West Seattle Art Walk, and to celebrate Flag Day Friday June 14 you can "pick a flag" and win a percentage off your entire purchase.
All-month specials: Mondays-Double stamps on Customer Appreciation cards, Tuesdays-20% off Seniors' purchases, Saturday-20% off for HS students with school ID and Sundays-40% off men's wear.

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The month of June is National Cancer Survivor Month (ribbon color light blue)

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY IS CELEBRATING THEIR 100TH ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR!

Friday, May 17, 2013

HAPPENINGS May 20 - June 2


West Seattle Discovery Shop Happenings -- May 20 - June 2
Shopping with Purpose: For over 40 years the American Cancer Society Discovery Shops have been supporting the fight against cancer through the sale of high quality, gently used, donated goods. 100% of profits go to support the American Cancer Society's programs for research, education, advocacy and service. Specifically, every penny of profit goes to support the mission of Living Well, Getting Well and Staying Well. We are an all-volunteer run shop.

Yellow tagged items are $1 from Tuesday May 21 through the end of the month.
Friday May 24 through Sunday May 26 anything in the Shop red, white or blue will be 50% off. We will be closed Monday May 27 for Memorial Day.

Beginning June 1 pink tags are discounted 50%.
All-month specials: Mondays-Double stamps on Customer Appreciation cards, Tuesdays-20% off Seniors' purchases, Saturday-20% off for HS students with school ID and Sundays-20% off men's wear.

Check our blog at www.discoveryshopwestseattle.org and then follow us to Facebook. We'd love to have you "LIKE" us on Facebook and leave a comment.
The month of June is National Cancer Survivor Month (ribbon color light blue)

Friday, May 3, 2013

HAPPENINGS - May 6 - May 19

Our volunteers have been busy preparing teacups filled with "goodies" for that Special Person in your life this Mother's Day. When the "goodies" are gone there will be a beautiful cup and saucer to remember the special day. Items are available through Sunday May 12, or until the stock is depleted.

Saturday May 11 and Sunday May 12 cookies will be available, made by many of our volunteers. Come early for a good selection. We're open Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and all other days
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All yellow tags are 50% off through May 20.

Starting Sunday May 5 through Sunday May 12 you can pick up clothing items "2 for 1" - find two treasures, pay for one and get the 2nd one of equal or less value FREE. Everyone loves FREE!!

Sunday May 12 through Saturday May 18 you can find greeting cards for many occasions. The table will be full of unopened cards - now is the time to stock up.

All month specials: Monday-Double stamps on your Customer Appreciation card, Tuesday-20% off Seniors' purchases, Saturday-20% off for HS students with school ID and Sunday-50% off men's wear.

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. When shopping with us you help "create a world with more birthdays." Remember, you receive a 20% discount on your actual birthday.

May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month (ribbon color black) and Brain Cancer Awareness Month (ribbon color grey).

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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

HAPPENINGS - April 22-May 5

Lots going on at the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop in the next two weeks. Top of the list is thanking all of our wonderful volunteers for their dedication and support. Join us in thanking them during Volunteer Appreciation Week April 21-April 27 when you are in the shop. Without them we would be unable to help fight cancer. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. "A World With Less Cancer is a World With More Birthdays."

The volunteer handmade Craft Fair continues through Sunday April 28. There are still beautiful items to choose from, like American doll outfits, infant sweaters & hats, etc., etc.

Also during the week of April 21- April 27 we are offering all clothing at a 50% off discount to make room for new donations. (Exception: Hand crafted items at the Craft Fair.)

Blue tagged items are $1 through the end of the month and yellow tags will be 50% off starting Wednesday May 1.

If you're looking for something special for Mom on Mother's Day, come in Wednesday May 1 through Sunday May 12 to check out our specially designed teacups. They will be filled with "goodies" for a great gift and when the "goodies" are gone she will have a beautiful teacup as a remembrance of her special day.

All month specials: Double stamps on Customer Appreciation Cards Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon. Tuesdays-20% off to Seniors over age 55. Saturdays-20% off for high school students when showing their school ID. Sundays-all clothing for men is 50% off.


The month of May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness month (ribbon color black) and Brain Cancer Awareness month (ribbon color grey).


Sunday, April 7, 2013

HAPPENINGS April 8 - April 21

Starting Monday April 15 join us for our second annual Craft Fair with handmade items made by our talented volunteers. You'll see why we appreciate these wonderful volunteers for the time and effort they put in to help with the fight against cancer. They have recruited friends and family to make and donate handmade items too - you're sure to find something you love.

Saturday April 20 we are joining other Alaska Junction Association merchants for a tax free 10% off discount all day long. This is the place to shop for "a unique quality resale experience" every day of the year, not just at tax time.
Blue tags are 50% off through Saturday April 20 and then $1 the last 10 days of the month.

All-month specials: Mondays-Double stamps on Customer Appreciation cards; Tuesdays-20% off Seniors' purchases; Saturday-20% off for HS students with school ID; Sundays-50% off men's wear.
All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Help by shopping with us to "create a world with more birthdays." Receive a 20% discount on your purchases when you come in on your birthday.

We'd love to have you "LIKE" us on Facebook and leave a comment.
The month of April is Testicular Cancer Awareness (orchid ribbon), Esophageal Cancer Awareness (periwinkle) and Head and Neck Cancer Awareness (burgundy/ivory ribbon).

Friday, March 22, 2013

HAPPENINGS - March 25 - April 8

Easter is around the corner and we have Easter finery for you - including fashionable vintage hats. All Easter decor is 50% off  and for $1 you can buy a raffle ticket for a beautiful basket of goodies. The lucky ticket will be drawn Friday March 29 at 3 p.m. On Monday March 25 you can choose an egg for a special discount on all your purchases hidden inside.

Pink tags continue at $1 through the end of the month and on Monday April 1 items with blue tags will be 50% off.

Monday April 1 - Sunday April 7 you can purchase "anything with long sleeves or long legs" at a special discounted price. We're making room for summer garments for the warmer weather coming up - soon, hopefully! In the meantime, we still have warm coats and sweaters. This is the place to shop for "a unique quality resale experience."

All-month specials: Mondays-Double stamps on Customer Appreciation cards, Tuesdays-20% off Seniors' purchases, Saturday-20% off for HS students with school ID and Sundays-50% off men's wear.

All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Help by shopping with us to create a world with more birthdays.  Reminder: You receive a 20% discount when you come in on your birthday.
We'd love to have you "LIKE" us on Facebook and leave a comment.

The month of April is Testicular Cancer Awareness (orchid ribbon), Esophageal Cancer Awareness (periwinkle) and Head and Neck Cancer Awareness (burgundy/ivory ribbon).

Friday, March 8, 2013

HAPPENINGS March 11 - March 24

Our semi-annual fundraiser, Antiques, Vintage and Collectibles Event continues at 50% off through Sunday March 17.  Many one-of-a-kind items are still available.  A collection of 114 pieces of Johnson Bros "Rose Chintz" dishes are priced to sell at $600. They would make a beautiful table with vintage green or cranberry goblets. There is a large number of darling Hummels, most with their original boxes, plus vintage dresses, coats, hats and purses.

Starting Monday March 11 Easter baskets, stuffed animals and decorations will be displayed for sale.  At various times during the next two weeks you can pick an Easter egg and receive a special discount on your purchases. Be sure to check out the Easter basket made by one of our valuable volunteers. For $1 you can buy a raffle ticket and surprise a loved one (or yourself) when you win this basket of goodies. The lucky ticket will be drawn Friday March 29 at 3 p.m.

The luck of the Irish will be yours on Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17 when you find a piece of green clothing at 50% off the original price.
Pink tags continue at 50% off through Wednesday March 20 and will be $1 starting Thursday March 21 through the end of the month.

All-month specials: Mondays-Double stamps on Customer Appreciation cards, Tuesdays-20% off Seniors' purchases, Saturday-20% off for HS students with school ID and Sundays-50% off men's wear.
All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Help by shopping with us to create a world with more birthdays. Receive a 20% discount when you come in on your birthday.

Follow us to Facebook. We'd love to have you "LIKE" us and leave a comment.

March is Colorectal Cancer and Kidney Cancer Awareness Month and the ribbon colors are dark blue and orange.