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LOCAL LIFE: A flea market to keep solidarity going | Faxinfo

November 6, 2026

LOCAL LIFE: A flea market to keep solidarity going | Faxinfo
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This Sunday, November 8th, the association Garage solidaire et associatif – Éco Suprême organize a large flea market in La SavaneBeyond the good deals and the friendly atmosphere, this day should help to bring to fruition a project launched three years ago: to open the first community garage of Saint-Martin, with commissioning expected in 2027.

Since 2023, the association has aimed to create a structure enabling people with modest incomes to to have their vehicle repaired and maintained at affordable ratesThe project also includes a training and integration component and the transmission of know-how, particularly to young people. milestone The hurdle has just been cleared: the land has been found and the building permit is being processed.

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To support this initiative, the public is invited to pParticipate in the Grand Solidarity Car Boot Sale, organized at Sandy's Orange, opposite the Robert Weinum high school. Up to 75 exhibitors will be able to offer clothing, items and bargains while a solidarity raffle will complete the program, with tickets priced at €5 or $5 and a drawing scheduled for 15 p.m. Proceeds will contribute to the development of the future garage. Registration is open to exhibitors, at a rate of €20 or $20This includes the space (65 with a vehicle and 10 without) and membership in the association. Organizers hope to welcome around 300 visitors for this day dedicated to sharing and solidarity. Join us Sunday from 7 a.m. to 16 p.m. to browse the flea market. _Vx

Exhibitor registration: https://urls.fr/zHbzEF

Information: 0690 12 31 53 / 0690 20 11 15 or [email protected].

Source: https://faxinfo.fr/en/vie-locale-un-vide-grenier-pour-faire-rouler-la-solidarite/

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