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and outdoor areas bursting at its seams with junk, gems and everything in be tween. A full set of dining table chairs hang from a ceiling over tubs of vinyl records, electric guitars, dishes, purses, couches, lamps — you get the idea. Make yourself at home. There’s an easygoing vibe thanks to owner Ken See, who is glad to either chat you up or leave you to your quiet perusing. Some days the staff smokes barbecue for community suppers and to feed people in need. A percentage of EVs’ sales benefit East Dallas’ Native American Church. Call ahead for barbecue smoking requests or to volunteer at the store: 214.707.0078.

Curiosities, 8920 Garland Road

When Jason Cohen says he’s going hunt ing, it isn’t because it’s dove season. It’s because he’s scouring resale outlets, ga rage sales and flea markets far and wide seeking spectacular objects for his shop, Curiosities. That doesn’t rule out returning with a dead bird, since Curiosities is known for its robust taxidermy section.

Cohen, whose mom, Terry, founded Cu riosities, says his genuine desire to intro duce new people to the “antiques and col lectibles world” drives him.

“That means listening for what younger people are interested in and being constantly out there trying to find things for all of us to get excited about.”

Young people like things that look good in photos — nice Victorian antiques and jewelry; Native American Indian, ethnological and archaeological pieces; mid-century modern furniture and accessories and rare works of art, he says — which is a win for all.

The original Lakewood shop closed last year, but the newer Garland Road location has expanded to include two suites, so it’s huge. rated and organized with a selection that’s better than ever, Cohen says.

Super Thrift , 11411 E. Northwest Highway

Patient perusers are often rewarded with fab finds, but they might have to work for them. There are rows of clothing options for men, women and children, plus luggage, hats, sunglasses, shoes, partially spent bottles of perfume, belts, ties, shoes, linens, minor furniture and kitchen and household items — there is a ton of inventory, but shoppers say it’s organized and clean.

Fahra Mitchell of the Lochwood neighborhood, who frequents the Northwest Highway reseller, recommends going once a month or so.

“I do find that if I go too often, I hardly get anything, which would indicate that they don’t have a good turnover compared to some other stores,” she says.

Before you go, check for coupons on sites such as fivestars. com, where Super Thrift sometimes posts “5% off your entire purchase” (or similar) deals.

Super Thrift is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and accepts donations during those hours.

Second

Chance Treasures,

10101 Garland Road

Next door to White Rock Center of Hope Thrift Store is Second Chance Treasures, where proprietors give furniture, jewelry, handbags, hats, books, vintage clothing and home acces - sories a second life. The shop does the same for orphaned pets, per the website.

Inside the orange brick boutique, neatly organized rows of carefully selected objects give Second Chance an antique-mall vibe. Customers are tempted by seasonal displays — think Easter egg wreaths, planters in unique vivid colors and designs, whimsical yard art, hand-painted Peter Rabbit mugs.

Go ahead and buy things you don’t need but want, because sales benefit the East Lake Pet Orphanage. That is why visitors, while browsing cat sculptures and dog embroidery, are apt to encounter the real thing, like poodle-mix Griffin, a rescue and the shop mascot, found abandoned to the streets and, thankfully, given his second chance.

To volunteer in the store or to inquire about consigning or donating, call 214.660.9696.