Gi-normous estate auction at fairgrounds, Saturday

Get a sneak preview of auction items, including garden tools, household furnishings hardware, lighting and rugs, Friday, 5-7 p.m., or Saturday, 8-11 a.m. Bidding begins at 11 a.m. in the main exhibit building.

Forget about the garage sales, at least for a day.

The best place to hunt for bargain-priced collectibles or quality cast-offs will likely be at the fairgrounds in Friday Harbor, Saturday, at a live auction estate sale.

The auction begins at 11 a.m.

Preview the many items up for auction, which include household furnishings, hardware, lighting, rugs and garden tools, Friday, from 5-7 p.m. at the fairgrounds main exhibit building, or Saturday morning, 8-11 a.m. Photos can be previewed here:  http://www.lodging-fridayharbor.com/funkandjunkantiques/pages/MAY%20auction2012.html

The auction will be conducted by Islands Auction Company, and a 10 percent “buyers” premium will be in effect. For info, 378-2638.