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| - It seems that the market is crowded these days for bargain outlets. Big Lots, Roses, and the like evoke a lukewarm-to-contemptuous response from their shoppers, but this bargain outlet lives up to the name.
Ollie's is unique in bargain outlet world in that their employees are friendly. One of the managers knows my name after visiting half a dozen times. The staff actually say hello to you....don't know how long this will last. But oh well.
And values? If you like books (and I'm a librarian) this is your spot. They have the "Dummies" books for $7. So you could learn about green computing or cats or Christian prayer, its up to you. They have a great selection of Bibles and Christian living, plus last year's bestsellers for $3-$5. The food products are similar to what Big Lots sells-cheap coffee, canned goods, jellies, and other non-perishables.
The draw to this store is the variety of name-brand items. The kitchen appliances are worth taking a look at (I got a Hamilton Beach juicer for $20) and they have Paula Deen cookware. Ollie's has a nice selection of flooring, carpet, sporting good, and house decoration. Even if you're not a bargain freak like me, check it out when you are shopping/stopping in Matthews. GOOD STUFF CHEAP as they say.
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