2009 400 Mile Sale

2009-06-09T08:52:00.001-05:00

One young man had lost his job the day before the sale. He, his wife and young daughter went through their house and pulled out everything they did not need and held a yard sale in order to make enough money until he can get another job. He said this sale could not have happened at a better time.

Logan County High School was using this opportunity to raise money for their band uniforms.

And there was a church that was selling everything for whatever people wanted to donate. One man loved the idea so much he decided to sell hugs and kisses for donations. Within an hour he had made $50 and donated it all to the church then continued on his way. - Sally

2009-06-09T08:51:00.001-05:00

STORIES THAT TOUCHED OUR HEARTS…Here are a few that were shared with us.

A mentally challenged young man in the central portion of the route baked cookies and brownies this year to raise money to go to Disney World. He has never been.

Three children in the western section raised over $200 dollars last year selling hot dogs and lemonade. I wonder how much money they made this year?

We had a mother who had raised enough last year at her yard sale to pay for her daughter’s wedding dress and was hoping to raise enough for the cake and decorations this year. Did she raise the money she needed?

There is a church in the western section of the route that raised over $10,000 this year for their unfunded school.

We had numerous people raising money for leukemia, the shelter for battered women, humane society, girls club and other worthwhile organizations.

Tell us your story. We would love to hear. Just e-mail sale@400mile.com

2009-06-09T08:31:00.001-05:00

We started the 400 Mile Sale six years ago to help the small communities be rediscovered. Due to interstates, parkways and bypasses, people no longer traveled this historic highway and these once thriving communities who have so much to offer were dying. We thought that by holding an event along the entire route, visitors might come through and spend some money in the shops, eat at the local restaurants, and rediscover these small historic communities and all they had to offer. Thus the 400 Mile Sale was born!

The yard sales just kind of happened. And each year, more and more yard sales are setting up along the route, more and more shoppers are coming from further distances, and more and more people are getting to know their neighbors, their neighboring communities and people from out-of-state.

And people come from everywhere! Every year we have shoppers from as far away as California and New York City. We even had two couples this year who flew in from Australia and Chile! Many people plan their vacations around the sale, have attended every year and have watched it grow. They have certain stops they make each year and have gotten to be friends with many of the vendors and shop owners along the way.

Take a few minutes and fill out either a vendor survey or a shopper survey. We would love to hear back from you. And do share with us photos and stories about your experience on this year’s Hwy 68 400 Mile Sale. We would love to hear from you!

2009-06-07T05:46:00.002-05:00

Saturday was perfect weather for the 400 Mile Sale and people came out in huge numbers to shop along Hwy 68. More yard sales popped up all day long! We anticipate a number of yard sales opening this morning with some awesome deals! A number of yard sale people were telling us that they have no intention of keeping anything. Make them an offer and its yours. Everything must go! They plan to open early and stay open until its gone. Others plan to go to church this morning and open around 11:00 or 12:00. We even had one person say he was putting a sign up first thing Sunday morning that said "Everything FREE"! Figured it would save him a trip to the Good Will. A youth group I believe in Lebanon KY is having a yard sale in a few weeks and was going around telling everyone they would take everyone's leftovers.

Not sure how many will be open today (Sunday) but one thing I can assure you, you will find some great deals!

2009-06-06T06:05:00.001-05:00

Hey Shoppers! If you have made it east past Paris, you have got to come check out Alice's Concrete! We found tons of "stuff" there! You could spend hours! - Darrell

2009-06-06T05:55:00.002-05:00

If you are headed east, Paris is the first place one comes to out of Lexington and they have done a great job! The antique shops have been opening early and are offering some great sales. It is a great place to stop for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Varden's is a wonderful coffee shop which also offers sandwiches and salads for those on the go. And you don't want to miss Ardery’s Antiques Fountain/ Lunch Counter. It is the most wonderful place and allows one to shop while you wait for your food. Check it out. Paris also has a great chinese restaurant and I noticed that they now also have a mexican restaurant. Last year we ate dinner at Migdalia's. Shoppers! If you want a 5 star meal, Migdalia's is the place to go! The food is absolutely the best I have ever had. You deserve it after a long day of shopping. I promise. You will love it! - Judy

2009-06-06T05:49:00.002-05:00

Friday was PERFECT for yard sales. We started in Edmonton at 8:00 and headed east. It took until noon to make it into Greensburg! There were that many yard sales! I bought way too much! We ended up taking Mimi's advice (see Blog below) and stopped at the Cafe in Downtown Greensburg. They have only been open three weeks but the food is DELICIOUS!

Look for the red door. That is how we found it. I don't think they have had time to put a sign up yet but people are sure finding it. I had a delicious Teriyaki Burger with a huge slice of pineapple on it and grilled onions and some of the most delicious fried zucchini. My husband had soup and a chipolte chicken sandwich. Both were wonderful! Do check it out if you are heading through Greensburg. - Debby

2009-06-06T05:25:00.000-05:00

766 Blue Level road, Bowling Green, Ky Location less than a mile off of Russellville Road, Saturday June 6. 7 am. to 4 pm. Two – family -stuffed animals, books, analog tv. Pictures, dishes, clothes, Playstation 2, flower arrangements, tires, and various items too numerous to mention. Everything is very cheap! - Angela

2009-06-06T05:19:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone! WLSK 100.9 / WLBN 1590 is doing a great job promoting the sale and keeping folks updated on what is happening in the central section of Hwy 68 near Lebanon.

2009-06-06T05:17:00.001-05:00

As a part of the 400 miles of Antiques, Collectibles, and Stuff, the Marion County public library is using the opportunity to kick off their summer reading program and have organized a Street Fair at our New Farmer's Market Pavilion (for which the ribbon cutting will be today (Friday).
Join us tomorrow, Saturday, June 6th from 9-12 p.m. for the: "Be Creative In Marion County Street Fair". Some of the activities include: Face painting, Balloon artist, FREE Inflatable slide for children, Games, treats, Live DJ (Music provided by Breakfast Boy)

Lots of Booths including local artists and craftsmen, Farmers produce booths, Jewelry, Wood toys, Wreaths and Red Hats. Marion County Public Library will be offering summer reading registration and will have a photo effects booth. There will also be the FFA Alumni dunking booth and Ragetti’s Pizza will be selling pizza by the slice! - Patty May

---Lebanon is right on the 400 Trail ---and the Street Fair (from 9-12 at the New Farmer’s Market Pavilion) will be a great opportunity to stop, and hits lots of fun things for the entire family to do!

2009-06-06T05:12:00.002-05:00

The sales between Rockfield School and Russellville are amazing! It took us nearly four hours Friday morning to cover just this section of yard sales and we didn't even stop at every one of them! Two places to stay while in this area are EconoLodge - 1450 Bowling Green Road Russellville, KY 42276 Phone. 270-726-2488 http://www.econolodge.com/hotel-russellville-kentucky-KY223 and Quality Inn - 1120 Bowling Green RoadRussellville, KY 42276 2707259771 http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-russellville-kentucky-KY003 - Carol

2009-06-05T06:59:00.002-05:00

We have met shoppers from South Carolina, Alabama, Texas, California, Ohio, Indiana, Georgia and Missouri. The furthest shopper was from Chili South America!!!!!! Wow! Let us know about the sales you have made, the people you have met and the treasures you have found by e-mailing us at sale@400mile.com and we will post it on the blog.

2009-06-05T05:37:00.002-05:00

Alice's Concrete in the section between Paris and Old Washington has at least 40 vendors set up. Located just south of Blue Lick State Park, it's a place you can stop and shop for hours. They also serving some great eats! And do stop by Blue Lick State Park. I believe Friday night is "all you can eat fish" on their buffet. - Judy

2009-06-05T05:32:00.002-05:00

You want a lot of sales??? Check out the section from the outskirts of Bowling Green eastward through the communities of Merry Oaks and Bon Ayr, both sides of Glasgow and down into Edmonton. Lots of places set up and more opening today. - Leah

2009-06-05T05:25:00.002-05:00

We drove the western section yesterday. Nothing happening in Paducah but the small communities of Palma and Sharpe sure were hopping! They sold a ton yesterday. All the antique shops in Cadiz are offering special discounts. Elkton once again have outdone themselves. Everyone and their brother is having a yard sale. Stop by City Hall and pick up a map.

We found the largest group of yard sales who braved the weather were in the stretch just west of Bowling Green in the Rockfield and Auburn areas. Do check that stretch out. There were a ton set up yesterday despite the rain. I bet that number will explode today!

And don't miss the Senior Citizen Center in Hopkinsville! This is a MUST stop! They have a ton of STUFF". - Sally and Donna

2009-06-05T05:04:00.002-05:00

What can we say....Yesterday was WET! I for one am not sure I would have had the nerve to set up. But those that did sold a lot! Hot Spots yesterday... Lebanon did a booming business especially those yard sales set up both east and west of town. At 6:00 last night, they were still going strong. They didn't have a slow minute all day. Harrodsburg was busy. I stopped by the house mentioned below with the antiques outside. They sold tons and are planning to haul more over this morning to replace what they sold yesterday. They have a huge warehouse of antiques they are moving onto this guy's front yard!

And I too stopped by Cricketeers just off Hwy 68 in Harrodsburg. You will love it! There is also a big field near Wilmore that had 20 or more tents set up and more on the way. - Debby

2009-06-05T04:57:00.002-05:00

We discovered a great place to eat in Harrodsburg. The Kentucky Fudge Company just off Hwy 68 on Main Street across from the courthouse. It has the best grilled cheese sandwiches with mushrooms, tomatoes, three cheeses, bacon and more! It is delicious! They also have lots of different coffees, teas, salads, soups and the famous Harrodsburg burger which reminds me of my mom's meatloaf sandwich. Great place to stop. It was once the old drugstore and still has the old soda fountain and some wonderful memorabilia. Do check it out!

2009-06-05T04:53:00.000-05:00

Do stop at 2947 Perryville Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330. He has antiques, old tools, trinkets, old glass wear, old skillets, old perfume bottles, old food bottles, old medicine bottles, old pop bottles, and a variety of other things. From Perryville the house is located 8/10 of a mile on the right from the Boyle County line into Mercer County.

2009-06-05T04:28:00.003-05:00

GREAT SALES IN HARRODSBURG YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS!
Just before you get into downtown Harrodsburg, there is a wonderful place in front of the most beautiful historic home in which the entire front yard is filled with antiques and other items! You can't miss it! Just look for all the cars beside the road. It has tons of stuff and they keep bringing out more!

And just off Hwy 68, you have to stop by Cricketeer, the "Antique Show". It is a HUGE tobacco warehouse full with "stuff" and there are a TON of vendors outside as well. Great food too! This is one place you do NOT want to miss! - Steve

2009-06-05T04:15:00.002-05:00

A special Thankyou goes out to Channel 6 TV out of Lebanon who has covered the 400 Miles Sale EVERY year and has mentioned it numerous times over the past several weeks!

And tune into WLYE Willie 94.1 out of Glasgow. They have been talking it up during their morning shows from 6-9 am and throughout the day. Thanks to both Channel 6 and 94.1 for helping to get the word out about the Sale!

2009-06-05T04:10:00.002-05:00

Just 2 Miles west of Cadiz on old Hwy 68- business district on Edgewood Drive, there is a large multi-family yard sale. We will be open all four days. Tons of clothes and shoes, Furniture, Exercise equipment, Children's Items, Toys, Misc. Everything Priced to Go!!!! - Britney

2009-06-03T19:51:00.000-05:00

Thanks for the info. I'll be talking about the sale on my show tomorrow morning around 8:40 a.m. Central time on Christian Family Radio. In His service, Suz

2009-06-03T19:44:00.003-05:00

Go to YARD SALE LOCATIONS on the 400mile.com (or go to http://400mile.com/locations.html for a direct link) for a listing by community of lots more sales happening along Historic Highway 68 starting from Paducah and heading east along the route. Check it out and see where some of the "hotspots" will be this year!

2009-06-03T19:42:00.001-05:00

Tents are going up as I speak. We have a bigger variety this year than ever. We are located 3 miles from Glasgow High School,( Barren County ) on the right. ( Look for the big Blue tent) If it's food you want we have that too. Located next door is 68 & 80 Deli & Mkt. They will be serving hot food, ice cold drinks, hot coffee, breakfast & snacks. Lunch time they will have those good Newberry's Recipe Hamburgers. Come on over to 4311 Edmonton Rd. Glasgow for a fun day & lots of good food!!
- Shirley and J.B.

2009-06-03T16:54:00.000-05:00

Anew Blend Coffee Shop and Cafe has recently opened on 68 in downtown Greensburg. It opens at 5 a.m. (central time)for all kinds and flavors of coffee, cappuccino, macchiato, latte, etc....BUT the best thing at 5 a.m. are the home made doughnuts and cinnamon rolls... They are to die for! The dough itself is delish, but the GLAZE has a flavor that beats every other doughnut in the world to pieces! Their iced blends of strawberry and banana are divine,,,,, and wow to chocolate espresso! If you need to wake up, they have a "triple shot" and "Wake up Juice." By the way, they also serve breakfast.... you know, eggs, biscuits, gravy, omelets......

Then at 10:30 (central time) they start serving lunch. Now, they have tossed salads, and two soups, and loaded baked potatoes..... Fried bologna sandwiches that are thick cut, blt's, clubs etc. They grill their burgers OUTSIDE in the backyard garden ON THE GRILL!!!! So when you get grilled onions on your burger, you REALLY do!!

They also have low-cal plates and children's menus....
Now, this new restaurant is located in the same place that Lucy Tucker's WAS... The red door is still there.... in downtown Greensburg across from the fountain....just before you hit the square. I'm not sure they even have a sign out yet... but they might put out some balloons..............

Tell'em "mimi sent me"

Submitted by Mimi Moore (not an owner, just an eater!)

2009-06-03T16:42:00.000-05:00

10766 Glasgow Road, Smiths Grove, Ky 42171.
On top of a 15 family yard sale (this is our 3rd year I believe) We are having a Green House from Hart county come and set up with Flowers and a variety of plants with really good deals on them!! Come check us out!!! We have been nicknamed "The MiniWalmart" over the years on this sale and the Roller coaster that we have done for 10 years!. Rain or shine! Alicia Goode, Avon Administrative Asst. (270) 590-9845
VIEW CURRENT BROCHURE:
http://youravon.com/static/catalog/2009/12/en/index-ba.html
District Website: www.avondistrict4956.com

2009-06-03T16:38:00.001-05:00

I plan on having a sale at 24 Main Street, Cadiz on Saturday. We have an antique harvest table, estimated to be over 100 years old for sale. It breaks my heart to sell it but I don't have anywhere in my "new" historic home for it. Asking price is $1,200. I also will have an entire set of Phaltzgraf dishes (Yorktown pattern). There are over 120 pieces including a brand new chandelier. I am told this was a one time deal with Thomas Lighting and the piece is extremely rare. I will make someone a great deal on the set. The yard sale will be open only on Saturday BUT if anyone is seriously interested in seeing the table or dishes, I will gladly give them a private showing. They can phone me at 270-350-1215 to make an appointment. Have a Great Weekend!! - Cindy

2009-06-03T10:52:00.002-05:00

Bobby our maintenance man just came in from Edmonton via Hwy 68. He said he saw a number of yard sales already set up and people are stopping and buying "stuff"! It is a day early but looks like the sale has already started. : )

2009-06-03T10:46:00.001-05:00

One more day until the 400 mile sale begins. We sure hope everyone has their signs up and their "stuff" ready because the shoppers will be here first thing in the morning!

2009-06-03T10:30:00.002-05:00

It is Wednesday and all the sale event organizers are getting all their supplies and papers ready to head out to this year's 400 mile sale across Kentucky. There will be several of us all along the way talking to shoppers and vendors all 4 days.