Catholic Thrift Store — Attraction in Mesquite

Things sure have changed since the opening of this thrift store. In the recent months things have gone up in price. Before you would be able to find items at reasonable prices. Nowadays it seems more like an antique/boutique than a thrift store. Not sure who makes up the prices or decides what goes out on the floor. Found a stained dress for $5. A fake “jade” roller over at the jewelry section for $15. I have the exact one that I purchased new at Walmart for under $5. Some unbranded cheaply made boots that are not even UGGS for $25. They even had some Harley Davidson shirts and other sports one that use to be reasonable now at eBay prices. I even saw some scratched and messed up bikes in front of the store priced at $100!! A Disney Donald Duck collectible for $20 missing the entire fishing rod…the list...

So, 3 people (potential customers) walk up at 11am on Saturday morning, Oct 11, and are literally blocked from entering while a VERY rude woman states 'we are closed.' Years of retail experience have told me to stay that extra 5 minutes...in case 2 of the 3 are there to discuss DONATING A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF FURNITURE! This was our second attempt to find the store open and rude woman actually argued with us about their hours. (Our first trip was during their stated open hours and they were not open but she informed us we were wrong!) OK, I guess she's all knowing since she wasn't there. NOT a charitable store, not a friendly staff, and bizarre hours. We will not try...

A thrift store is a great place for secondhand shopping in any place, that is much more affordable and sustainable than most shopping that helps you feel connected to your neighbors.

They have a great variety of household items, clothes and furniture to thrift. I highly recommend everyone check it out at some point, I'm sure you'll find something you like. I wish more people knew about them. I'm grateful to have them in the local neighborhood, the volunteers are always helpful and motivated to serve...