Car boot sale OGEC Saint-Joseph — Abbaretz

The OGEC Saint-Joseph car boot sale in Abbaretz

Every autumn, École Saint-Joseph d'Abbaretz opens its doors to a car boot sale organized by its OGEC — the Catholic Education Management Organization. This annual event, supported by parents and school volunteers, has become an anticipated date in the calendar for the town and surrounding villages. Families from Abbaretz and the Mière region find an opportunity to find bargains while supporting their children's school.

A solidarity rate to encourage participation

The pricing chosen by OGEC Saint-Joseph — €2.50 per linear meter — is one of the most affordable in the region. This deliberate choice aims to encourage the widest possible participation, without the cost of a pitch being a barrier for families with modest budgets. Individuals looking to clear out their closets, empty a cellar, or declutter an attic can thus register without significant financial constraints, thereby enriching the offerings for visitors.

Profits for the school

As with all car boot sales organized by OGECs, the revenue generated by this event is entirely reinvested in École Saint-Joseph d'Abbaretz. These funds contribute to the financing of educational projects, school trips, teaching materials, or sports equipment for the children. By participating in this car boot sale, exhibitors and visitors directly support the education of the students at the institution and contribute to the vitality of the local Catholic school.

Abbaretz, between the Juigné forest and tin mines

Abbaretz is a unique commune in northern Loire-Atlantique, particularly known for the artificial lakes inherited from the tin mining operations that built its industrial reputation in the 20th century. This singular heritage gives the commune a special character, blending nature and industrial history. The OGEC Saint-Joseph car boot sale is part of the associative tradition of this rural town attached to its institutions, among which the Catholic school holds a central place in community life.