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Local Thrift and Consignment Shops for Back-to-School Style

Local budget friendly back to school clothes shopping

By Kendra Bradford, publisher of Macaroni KID Carlisle - Shippensburg - Boiling Springs July 26, 2024

Discovering unique and affordable back-to-school clothing doesn't have to mean sacrificing style or breaking the bank. There are so many great local options here in Carlisle, Mt Holly Springs, and Shippensburg, tucked away from the neon lights of big-name retailers, lies a treasure trove of local thrift and consignment shops. These hidden gems not only offer a sustainable shopping alternative but also promise one-of-a-kind finds that can define your personal style. Join us as we explore the best-kept secrets of our community's thrift and consignment stores, where savvy shoppers score big on both fashion and savings.


C LUV Thrift

20 N Hanover St. Suite 102
Carlisle, PA 17013

717-448-4295

Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 1:00pm - 6:00pm


GreenLife

406 N Baltimore Ave.
Mt Holly Springs, PA  17065

Hours: Monday - Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm


Time & Again Consignment Boutique

200 S Spring Garden St.
Carlisle, PA 17013

717-245-0991

Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00am - 4:30pm, Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pm 


Miss Ruth's Time Bomb

24 N Hanover St
Carlisle, PA 17013

717-241-2662

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 4:00pm


Katie's Place Thrift Shop

130 S Penn St.
Shippensburg, PA 17257

Hours: *By appointment*


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