Where do you dig for deals? As part of the Lansing State Journal’s weekly polls, we are asking readers to vote for their favorite thrift store in Greater Lansing.
There are numerous thrift stores scattered around Lansing where residents can either donate or sell their goods, or — on the flip side — browse for hidden treasures at a discounted price. Thrifting was celebrated on Aug. 17 as an (unofficial) holiday, National Thrift Shop Day.
Voting is open now through midnight on Wednesday, Aug. 19. We’ll announce the winner after polls close.
There are 10 stores to choose from, though you may send in your favorite thrift shop in the “other” section if your personal favorite is not included in the list.
Go to the bottom of this story to vote. Refresh your browser if the ballot does not automatically appear.
Here are the 10 thrifty contenders:
City Rescue Mission Uplift Thrift
The City Rescue Mission Uplift Thrift, at 3800 W. Saginaw Hwy., is a large thrift store with clothes, shoes, bags, books, decorations, furniture, jewelry and other donated items collected through the City Rescue Mission of Lansing. It is Christian ministry that was founded in 1911.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store in Lansing
Lansing’s Society of St. Vincent de Paul thrift store is located at 1020 S Washington Ave. and is a collection of items that were funded by SVDP conferences — gifts of clothing, food and other items to families in need.
“Families can find a nice table for the kitchen, and books, toys, and clothes for the children. Men and women can select a good suit and shoes for a job interview. Thrifters dig for treasures. College students outfit their apartment. Green shoppers find goods to reuse, recycle, and upcycle. When you’re ready to clean out your basement or attic, we’ll be ready to pick up your donation,” SVDP said on its website.
St. Johns Thrift Store and Resource Center
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul operates another thrift store in St. Johns at 1009 S US Hwy 27. Residents are also available to volunteer at SVDP locations.
Old Town’s Thrift Witch
Thrift Witch is a vintage store located in Lansing’s Old Town at 329 E. Cesar E. Chavez.
“We specialize in Oddities, Original Dark Art, Pop-Culture Collectibles, Creepy Antiques, New/Vintage Clothing & Accessories,” Thrift Witch said on Facebook.
Carousel Consignment in Okemos
Carousel Consignment is a women-owned thrift store located in Okemos at 1780 W Grand River Ave. They offer “pre-loved” shoes, hats, purses, athletic wear, jeans, dresses and more with a sizeable clearance section.
MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Surplus Center
On Michigan State University’s campus, the Surplus Store and Recycling Center is located at 468 Green Way. The warehouse-sized thrift store offers clothing, comics, antiques, various collectible items, tech. items, household items and much more.
“We collect materials from the MSU community and look for value in them. Reusable items are made available back to MSU (in lieu of purchasing new items) or displayed for sale through our Surplus Store. When we collect items that cannot be reused, we look to our recycling center,” MSU Surplus said.
Uptown Cheapskate in East Lansing
For a trendy thrift search, East Lansing’s Uptown Cheapskate offers superfluous clothing items with an emphasis on MSU-related gear. There are more than 160 locations across 29 U.S. states. Consumers may shop and sell clothes for store credit or cash.
Plato’s Closet in Okemos
Plato’s Closet is another store to search for trendy, discounted brand name items. There is one is East Lansing at 2825 E Grand River Ave.
Volunteers of America stores in south, west Lansing
Volunteers of America in south Lansing at 5411 S Cedar St. and west Lansing at 5900 W Saginaw Hwy. has a wide variety of options with large sections for both men and women, and a section for home decorations and furniture. Volunteers of America Michigan has been supporting local veterans, seniors, and families in need since 1896.
Goodwill Retail Stores in Greater Lansing
Goodwill is a reliable source for reasonably priced items and donations, and they are conveniently scattered around Greater Lansing as part of the Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan Heartland (GICMH).
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Contact Sarah Moore @ smoore@lsj.com
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