If you are a thrift shopper, you will travel far and wide to find all things nostalgic, collectible, or just plain odd. Re-Runs Thrift Store in Hellertown, PA has a bit of all of that mixed together. Customers should expect to find cheap items for their household, including books, movies (VHS! Remember those?), music (in many formats), plates, pots and pans, furniture, knick-knacks and toys. On top of that, they have a decent sized collection of used clothing, all for one dollar. Of course, as with any thrift store, selection will vary from day to day. If you are from the area, you know that many of the thrift stores belong to chains, or are connected to organizations. Re-Runs is totally independent from all of other chains and the experience you get when visiting a small, independent store is totally different than one you get at a “Goodwill” or something similar. As an independent store, it is a for-profit business. Donations of furniture, kitchen items, books, and music can be made if you want to get rid of them, and pick-ups can even be arranged with the owners. But since this is a small business, do not expect to get paid for your items. Be sure to visit re-runs if you are in the area. Who knows what you may find! To find other great thrift stores, visit globalYP.net, an online directory.

Once Upon a Child is a marvelous consignment shop exclusively for kid’s clothing, toys, and gear located at 10150 Hudson Rd Suite 128 in Woodbury, MN. So, whether you are looking for a new crib, baby carrier, snowsuit, or Christmas dress, this is the place to stop first. They are very particular about what they accept for sale, so everything is in excellent condition. The store is clean and very well organized, according to gender, clothing type, and size. Their prices are great. And if that isn’t enough, they frequently offer coupons for five dollars off your purchase, when you by twenty five dollars or more. My son is a big fan of the ball pit that they have in one corner of the store. My only real complaint is that the aisles are a bit tight for strollers. It is still manageable, but a little cozy. Also, they do not open until ten o’clock AM. My children are early risers who are almost ready for their naps by then. If you have never been there, this store is definitely worth checking out. Even if you do not have children, their gift cards make excellent baby shower presents. This past December, they had an amazing gift card deal. You could buy $35 gift cards for only $25. Plus, they allowed you to use one of the $5 off $25 purchase coupons, so you really got the $35 gift card for $20! At globalYP.net you can get local business listings online, so check it out and see what else is near you.

Beth’s Books, located at 2700 Chartres St. in New Orleans, LA, is a small, but packed treasure of used and new books. The person behind the counter is always friendly and helpful. Customers are given the freedom to browse and read at leisure. The full shelves and tilting piles of books exude the feel of a writer’s secret hideaway. You will get light streaming in the windows in the daytime, night and stars blanketing the view at night. This Bywater neighborhood shop has a great atmosphere. The selection is impressive. I personally enjoy browsing through the New Orleans section. Every time I walk into Beth’s I know that I am going to leave with a great, one of a kind find. On my last visit I saw excellent used copies of gems, like Jeri Cain Rossi’s Red Wine Moan, Tom Piazza’s Why New Orleans Matters, the anthology French Quarter Fiction, and Andrei Codrescu’s The Blood Countess. To add to my excitement, they were all signed. I highly recommend Beth’s Books for locals and visitors alike. All books are sold at a very reasonable price. I highly recommend that you visit! To find other unique bookstores like this, visit globalYP.net, an online directory.

Karen’s Book Barn & Java Stop is a small, locally owned and operated shop on the Main Street of LaGrange’s Historic District. They buy and sell used books, gifts and coffee. They have a wide variety of blended drinks, lattes and smoothies. Karen’s is a great little place to stop and visit in LaGrange. Right on the Main Street where a train runs right through the middle of the road every hour – a must see. Karen’s is THE place to start your visit in the historic district of LaGrange, KY. Even if you aren’t a book lover, Karen’s has great blended coffee drinks and smoothies (the Jamocha and Strawberry-Banana smoothie are my favorites). Karen is usually working the store herself, which adds to the small bookshop charm. It is the bona fide hotspot for LaGrange locals. Everyone here stops by for a drink and gossip, whether or not they buy a book. It is impossible to visit without seeing someone you know. Although there are a few quibbles (seating is sparse, especially if the shop is crowded, and the storefront is a bit cramped), Karen’s is a nice little bookstore, and a trip to LaGrange would be lacking without a visit! Come check it out! To find other great places in your area, visit globalYP.net, a local online directory.

I had always been fiercely opposed to buying used books. Although I have no problem with purchasing other used media, for me, there is something intimate about purchasing a new book. I say this to make clear just how opposed I was to the concept of Magers & Quinn Booksellers in Minneapolis, MN. I got lured into Magers & Quinn by a desire to purchase new books from a local business, and support them instead of the usual national chains. Right up front, I found a display of new books, which were exactly what I wanted to read. After that, I started venturing back into the store. Let me assure you that Magers & Quinn is enormous, with a selection that, is impressive and reasonably priced. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful. As I began to realize that my book addiction was overwhelmingly expensive, I tried their used books. Customers can buy books, which are comparable to new condition, for about forty cents on the dollar. I have now converted and am an advocate of purchasing used books! Magers & Quinn also features a number of specialty books. Autographed titles are also available! If you are looking for first editions or rare books, this is a great place to visit! To find other useful bookstores like this one, go to globalYP.net, an online directory.

Chegg in Santa Clara, CA is a small company that has been in business for a few years now. They offer a unique system for people who need books, but do not want to pay hundreds of dollars for them. This company is similar to a rent-A-center for textbooks. You may choose to rent your books for an entire semester or less. Customers can also purchase their book at any time during the rental period for much less than one would pay at a textbook store. Another great convenience is that customers can sell their books back to Chegg. Customers obtain a quote from the company’s website and shipping is also paid for! Shipping is also paid for when customers return their textbooks. You must make sure to do this at any UPS location. Another perk provided by Chegg is that the company will plant a tree for every rental purchased! Chegg has planted over one million trees! This is a great option for college students who are looking to save money. Customers must make sure that Chegg is currently buying back the book they wish to sell. All orders are done online only. Visit this store for thrifty shopping! To find other helpful bookstores like this, go to globalYP.net, an online directory.

Clemens & Co. Books is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you are exploring a picturesque, historic downtown area like Hogansville, GA. It is a wonderful bookstore, packed with over 40,000 volumes that range from children’s to military history, to science fiction and fantasy, to cookbooks. In fact, they have over 70 categories of books there, and, contrary to the usual practice of used bookstores, they maintain their organization meticulously! It is really rather easy to get around and to find what you are looking for in Clemens & Co., which is a refreshing change from many dark, cluttered stores of this type. The atmosphere in Clemens & Co. is pleasant and welcoming. They have high ceilings, lots of light, and well-spaced aisles, making browsing a genuine pleasure. It is very clean, so you will not mind getting down on your knees to explore the lower shelves. Once you have found a few books, sink into one of the big, comfy chairs and enjoy the free coffee they provide for all their customers. It really is a book-lover’s delight, and you can tell that the people who work there genuinely love books enjoy their jobs. Clemens & Co. is a bibliophile’s paradise, tucked away in downtown Hogansville! To find another bookstore like this one, visit globalYP.net, an online directory.

No matter if you want a first edition leather bound book of Peter Pan, a cheap copy of Bridget Jone’s Diary, or a Noam Chomsky linguistic text, you will find it at Yesterday’s Books. The selection is wonderful! Chances are you’ll find any book you’re looking for here, which is not necessarily the case with most used book stores. In addition to the great books you’ll find, the best part of this bookstore is the layout. Almost labyrinth-like in construction, the inlets and bends built into the shelves make the store seem endless. I’ve spent hours here just browsing the aisles. When you walk in, be sure to check out the books behind the glass cases- you’ll find some of the most rare and beautifully bound (not to mention OLD) books you have ever seen. The people who work here are very helpful and will help you find whatever it is you’re looking for. Check their website to see what specialties they are currently selling. Since they do focus somewhat on special books, this is the first resource you should contact when searching for the obscure and rare. I love this place with all my heart and recommend it to anybody who loves books. To find other great places in your area, visit globalYP.net, a local online directory.

The Mustard Seed in Bethesda is a very neat place to check out. They buy lightly used designer clothing from individuals and sell it in their shop. You can stop by to drop off some of your old clothes, shoes, or jewelry and get some money (by appointment) or you can go and browse for a new look! The prices are reasonable and the clothes are nice. They are not completely worn out or out of fashion and it is definitely better than throwing away the clothes you don’t want! They give you a pretty fair price when dropping things off. I have bought numerous items from them, including a great pair of shoes and a gorgeous dress for a New Years party I was going to! In fact the dress still had tags on it and was only eighteen dollars! What a Steal! The Mustard Seed is definitely worth checking out even if you aren’t in the market for any new clothes. I’m sure you can find something old you no longer want or get together even five dollars to spend on some cool new jewelry. Just know that once you walk in it will be hard to leave with just one item! Everything at the store is fun and fashionable. Everything you’re looking for you can find faster with globalYP.net, online local listings.

The Red Hat Thrift Store is a wonderful place for cheap, quality clothes in good condition. All the sales profits go to support the Emergency Support Shelter for Women and Parent’s Place (a safe place for parents and children of all ages). All the clothes are in good condition, some are even new. The Red Hat store contains mostly women’s and children’s clothes, but they also have men’s clothes, bedding, and kitchen/home products. The kitchen and home products are always in good shape and at a wonderful price. The bedding is usually in short supply, but in good shape too. They also carry a small supply of movies ranging in rating. The selection on women’s and children’s clothes is wonderful. They have all sizes and colors. It’s almost like shopping in a normal store. I shop at the Red Hat store quite often. My 3 year old daughter loves to shop there too. I can go in with $20 and leave with an outfit or two for myself and four or five for my daughter. I love to shop at the Red Hat Store because I get so much for so little money and I am helping good causes that have helped me in my times of need. When you need to find something in the phonebook, try using globalYP.net, an online directory, instead.