I had always wanted to check this thrift store out but they have limited hours, Monday through Thursday, 10 AM to 2 PM. Whenever I came by it was a weekend and they were closed. I finally had a few hours off from school one day and I noticed as I drove by that there were some signs out and bingo I finally hit them while they were open.
Once you park just look for the purple door which is the entrance to the shop. The thrift store is part of the Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church and School which has a long history in the North Ft. Lauderdale area. The church opened in the early 1960's, and now they have a thriving church, K-8 school and an early childhood center. Their mission "is to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our local community by providing opportunities for individuals to Learn about God's Love and in turn Live out that Love."
Proceeds from the thrift store help to fund the church ministries. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the sweetest ladies. They were having a sale and anything that was priced over $1 was half off. Everything in the store was inexpensive anyway and with the additional sale they were practically giving it away. The thrift store is one room but they had it packed with a little bit of everything including books, clothes, games, collectibles, dishes, shoes, accessories, lamps, linens, baskets and more. There was even a wedding dress. There was a beautiful set of green dishes complete with glasses. It was a bit of a treasure hunt to try and see everything they had. With the inexpensive prices this thrift store is ideal for anyone starting out or starting over. Or maybe you will luck out and find that certain something you have been missing. Even if you don't it is always fun to look. read more