Salvation Army Thrift Store

Big, relatively neat store, friendly employees, lots of things to look through. I come here a lot for baby clothes; no sense in spending a ton of money on stuff they grow out of in a week! Unfortunately it seems the pricing process is a bit careless. Today is the second time I’ve bought a onesie in great condition only to realize they’ve stapled the price tag right to the front, leaving two huge holes in an otherwise perfect clothing item. I should have taken a closer look in the store but come on. Who puts a staple through stretchy cotton? There’s a tag inside you could have stuck the price on. Now I’m stuck with a onesie with two big holes in the chest (all sales final). Please be more careful when you prep your items for sale!
Another thing that has now happened more than once– when I’ve gone to try on items I’ve had my cart removed from in front of my stall. No carts are allowed in the fitting rooms, so I’ve taken my son in his car seat into the stall with me and left my cart in front of the door, only to have my cart taken (even with items still inside) and put back by the entry, even when I’ve only been a few minutes. Great that you’re so up on tidying the store but can I get a minute to try on my stuff? If there are no returns allowed I’d like to be sure I want it!

I stopped by here to see what if anything I could find to pick for my online biz. Staff was busy on their phone and didn’t greet me, which didn’t bother me much. I found a old box with 8 tracks and a router brand new in what appeared to be the sealed retail package, both at good prices, and so I purchased them and drove home. About a hour later I opened up the box with the 8 tracks to see what titles I had, the box had about 4 – 5 dead COCKROACHES inside. I almost vomited. bagged it quickly, and tossed into the trash. I moved on to the router, scared at this point, and I opened the box. Inside I found a bunch of trash and rolled up newspaper but zero router. I drove back to the store with the router (no bug box) and explained to the 20 something male cashier what had happened, including the bug surprise. The cashier smiled at me, told me how funny this situation was, but he was sorry — no returns. Now I get the whole no returns policy– however the employees are supposed to take a look at the products before placing them onto the sales floor for customers. Clearly this was not done. So not only did I waste $ 40, I also had to go home and clean my house with bleach to avoid any bugs moving in. Later that week I posted my experience to their Facebook page and was told to call the manager and she would explain to me how this was all totally acceptable somehow. Your better off going to Goodwill or Walmart, at least you can be sure there won’t be bugs in your purchase.
Never again. NEVER

Ok people, remember that this is a rating for a Salvation Army, not a consignment or antique store. A lot of folks that have come here have complained about the service or quality, but I enjoyed stopping here last week as we looked for some children’s books and toys.
This Salvation Army is fairly large and the staff here was incredibly polite. The only true complaint I had was not related to the complex itself but the fact that one of their patrons slammed their door into my car as I was sitting in the drivers seat. Beyond that, one of the best Salvation Army stores I have been to in a long time and I have to say that I appreciate the services this organization provides to individuals in the community.

bunch of pot smoking employees

Nice and clean. The employees are extremely friendly and always helpful. I love that they have restrooms. It’s good that they realize that the majority of the shoppers there are middle aged women and they got to go… got to go… got to go right now. Hello Hanover!!! Hint hint hint! Everything is nicely displayed and you can get some great buys here. It was all good until I stood behind a gentleman with two children at the checkout line. He had a basket full of clothing and other items and was under the impression that veterans got a 25% discount. he was told the veteran discount was discontinued and unfortunately he had to put some of his items back. I offered to pay for them but he declined my offer. Up until a few weeks ago college students and veterans did get a discount. If you have to make cuts, I can understand cutting the college students if absolutely necessary
but really cutting the veterans??? Let’s think for a minute about what the veterans have given up for us and how about rethinking this policy?

I’m not sure if I’m Unilocaling the right Salvation Army but here goes. My sister planned a pick up of estate furniture in Sandwich, MA. We scheduled the pick up for July 7 and they show up on June 17! We finally got that straightened out. We put all of the goods in the driveway and these two guys show up in the big truck that says «DONATE GOODS» on the side and instantly start taking pictures of the stuff and sending them back to the «main office» for approval. They turned almost everything down except for 2 old televisions and a metal shelf. I mean I had a nice antique bureau (there’s a scratch on it) and a really nice condition slipcover loveseat (we saw a stain on it), a mattress and box spring that was used in a guest room and had been slept on maybe 5 times in 10 years (we don’t take old mattresses even though I saw one in their nearly empty truck at 2:30 in the afternoon). Yea it was 82 degrees but these hoity toity lazy bastards… you’d think they worked for Boston Interiors or Jordans Furniture for God’s sake. The items are going to charity, people who need things but I get the distinct impression that Salvation Army has gone highbrow. NEVER WILL I CALL THEM AGAIN!
There motto must be… Nothing new after two…
I had lunch with 3 of my friends yesterday (7÷28÷15) and lo and behold one of my dining companions had a very similar experience. Coincidentally another friend was appalled as her parents were both Majors or something in the Salvation Army. Her mother had never heard of the whole picture taking thing. She also told me that a lot of the drivers are «recovering» from God knows what and she believes that these two drivers were on a personal shopping trip and were relaying pictures back home for their friends/​spouses approval. I’ll get to the bottom of this yet.

Great thrift store. However, come prepared to shop until you drop because this place is HUGE. Many older pieces but you can also find great and more modern items if you spend an hour or so shopping.

Went to this store yesterday. First time I’ve been in about five years. A lot has changed about it since then! The store was very clean, extremely organized and staff was very friendly! But the best thing was all the great clothing at unbelievable prices. And to my luck, it was ½ off on Wednesdays… The day I happened to stop by. I got 6 great quality sweatshirts for my kids, and two pairs of pants for my boys… All for a grand total of $ 14! I couldn’t believe it. This place is amazing! Blows the other thrifty stores away. Will surely be back!

One of the largest, cleanest thrift stores that I have been in. Be prepared to shop. Every other Saturday is 50% off and there are lines at the door — for a reason. I have found Jones of New York sweaters, Old Navy jeans (with tags), Liz Claiborne, Ralph Lauren, linen shirts, silk skirts, and even a $ 14 Brooks Brothers wool tuxedo for my husband. Oh, and I should mention I’m a size 18. Yes, there are 4 X as many racks for «normal» people, but the selection and turn over are great.
Kids toys? I have seen the Barbie ride-​on car in working condition for $ 99 (half off day, so $ 50!). Saw a huge lot of bikes one weekend. Kids clothes selection tends to be a little thin and expect your grandpa’s style mostly for the men (although if you need button down office type shirts, yeah, they have them).
Furniture tends to be great, though. Saw a truck loaded with a green suede sectional sofa for $ 100. 10′ X 12′ wool rug for $ 300. Always at least one nice dining room table and chairs. Pottery barn sheets (be fast because I tend to grab them), down comforters, and kitchy curtains.
The biggest downside to shopping here: only three dressing rooms so there is always a line. Checkout lines tend to be long, but it gives you time to shop for stuff in the housewares section (where the line tends to form). I’ve had great conversations and admired other women’s pets (dogs in purse) and eye popping diamond rings. Eclectic.

It is a good shop. There are lots of things that can be picked on, but I’m not gonna do it because there is always someplace else to go. Book selection is excellent, it is actually continually quite large. The furniture is plentiful but really quite awful. Clothing is light, quite a bit so actually.

I am personally a fan of thrifting. I love the idea of finding vintage or unique treasures on the cheap, and I’ve found plenty here. For example, last time I was there, I picked up a gorgeous high-​waisted houndstooth pencil skirt, a lovely Talbots blouse with funky tuxedo cuffs and collar, and a slick, slim-​cut blazer, but there was plenty more that I wanted to buy. The Salvation Army thrift store in Wareham is definitely a treasure-​hunters dream, but I can understand why a lot of people would find it challenging. As far as clothing goes, the racks are jam-​packed to the point where just retrieving an item results in several other articles coming off the rack with it. The sheer amount of clothing can be really overwhelming. With that in mind, I have a few tips for thrifting which have helped me in the past.
First, LOOK OUTSIDE OF YOUR SIZE! Think about why people get rid of clothes in the first place. Unless the clothes are really out of style, they ditch them because they don’t fit or don’t flatter anymore. Lots of people wear clothes until the fabric begins to relax and lose it’s shape. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it means that smaller sizes in a thrift store may actually fit larger. Conversely, if the clothes are really vintage, you will run into the opposite problem, as vintage sizing is smaller than modern sizing. Finally, the mod look is in right now, and some clothing that has been surrendered by older/​more conservative dressers who bought looser fitting garments, might work on a more curvaceous modern shopper whose body type would fill out the garment. Just be flexible. After a while, you’ll be able to eyeball to a certain extent what is a small size 10 or a large size 4. I’ve bought both.
Secondly, TRY IT ON! Many people become dissuaded by the presentation in thrift stores, and this can dampen your motivation to take a closer look at something you find interesting. If you know your body type and you can distinguish what silhouettes will and won’t work on you, try on everything you can in that silhouette. Colors and patterns can surprise you once they’re on your body. Don’t just dismiss an outfit because of what it looks like on the hangar.
Third, ONLY BUY WHAT YOU LOVE! It’s easy to talk yourself into purchasing a so-​so piece because it’s only 3 bucks, but it’s not worth it. Unless you love it, you won’t wear it (trust me), and you’ll be less motivated to go back. A lot of shoppers recommend buying things that don’t quite fit because it’s easy to hem or take in anything you buy. I say, save this practice for real treasures. Sure, if you come across a vintage Jackie-​O style Chanel suit that’s just a tad too big, you’ll want to rush that baby to the nearest tailor, but for most items, they’ll just end up sitting in the closet, making you feel guilty. Unless you’re someone who really enjoys altering clothes, just give it a pass.
Fourth, BE PATIENT! Thrifting is a skill. It’s easy to learn how to hunt down the good stuff, but the first couple times may be really frustrating. Don’t give up if you go home empty handed, and don’t buy anything you don’t want just to make the trip feel worth while. Go when you have a couple hours to kill, not when you’ll have to be in and out in fifteen minutes. I actually prefer going alone so that I can move at my own pace. This is not a process to be rushed. It also helps to be open minded. If you go into a thrift store with a rigid idea of what you want, it’s likely that you will end up stressed out and disappointed.
If you don’t mind crowds, Mondays are half-​off days for most of the clothing at Salvation Army. It does get crowded though, so wear something you can throw shirts or dresses over so you don’t have to wait for a dressing room. This is also a great place to check out if you are looking for furniture. Bedroom sets seem to be a specialty. All in all, with a little patience and a trained eye, this is a great place to pick up a new wardrobe on the cheap. Just be patient, and be prepared to make a few return visits before you find your thrifting groove.

I was having an all around «meh» day. After traveling with a friend to a «meh» restaurant in Bourne for breakfast (another review. see Leo’s Restaurant), she begged me to turn into Salvation Army Thrift Store on the way home to see if there was anything good inside.
I admit I was a little spooked walking in. On the rack right in front of me was a Purdue University tshirt. Ironic? I attended Purdue (in Indiana… probably 1000 miles away from here) in the previous year. Was this shirt calling to me? Was it a sign? I passed by it and continued to poke through the racks. Nothing too exciting. Mostly clothes you don’t want that you throw to the back of the closet anyways, but I don’t want to sound completely rude, I’m sure someone out there appreciates them. My friend on the other hand, seemed to be really enjoying herself and already had a handful.
I checked the books along the wall and found some classics for a buck each. Came across that controversial book «A Million Little Pieces». I’ve never read it so I decided to check it out as well. Can’t pass up books if they’re less than a dollar.
Although I only purchased one book, my friend walked out of there with $ 12 worth of things. Good for her I suppose. The whole store is kind of hit or miss.