ThriftLOVE - Where Every Purchase Has a Purpose

Issue #263

06 Nov

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🌨 Columbia Weather - Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 78

❤️ ThriftLOVE - Where Every Purchase Has a Purpose

🍻 Whiskey Alley Saloon Opens Downtown

📌 Fri/Sat: Ye Peddler’s Christmas Open House

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

⛑ Looking For Ways to Help Victims of Hurricane Helene? Click Here

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details!

Upcoming Local Events

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Wednesday, November 6th

Thursday, November 7th

Friday, November 8th

Saturday, November 9th

Sunday, November 10th

ThriftLOVE - Where Every Purchase Has a Purpose

At ThriftLOVE, every purchase goes beyond the sales floor, creating real opportunities and support for adults with special needs in our community. This non-profit thrift store was founded by Gina Russell, whose passion for helping adults with disabilities is deeply personal. With an adult son with Down syndrome, Gina has dedicated her career to uplifting this community. 

In the late 90s, she chaired the Memphis Area Buddy Walk, an annual Down syndrome awareness event, and received Memphis’ Volunteer of the Year award in 2001 for her efforts. She continued her advocacy work with STEP, guiding parents through the IEP process and providing vital support. After moving to Columbia, she served at The Family Center, assisting community members in need and later managing their thrift store, Common Threads. She continued that work until she felt lead to start ThriftLOVE in 2020, creating a store where adults with disabilities could find purpose, mentorship, and employment in a supportive environment.

The dedicated ThriftLOVE team is led by Store Manager Sandie Haskins, who helped launch the store with her background in nonprofit and pastoral ministry work. Supporting her, Heather Maize and Sarah Compton serve as processing center managers, playing an essential role in the day-to-day flow of the store. Together, Gina, Sandie, Heather, and Sarah have built a welcoming, organized, and friendly shopping environment for customers while providing mentorship and career support for their special needs employees.

ThriftLOVE’s commitment to community goes even further. They partner with local organizations, including Rotary, the Maury Alliance, the Maury County Animal Shelter, and the King’s Daughters’ School. ThriftLOVE also offers regular monthly sales and special events like Senior Day every second Tuesday of the month, when seniors can shop early, receive a 10% discount, and enjoy live music in the store.

In an exciting expansion, ThriftLOVE will be opening a Holiday Shop next door today (11/6), adding festive items and holiday decor just in time for the season!

By shopping at ThriftLOVE, customers can feel good knowing they’re supporting a mission that makes a difference in lives right here in Columbia, blending meaningful employment with a truly unique shopping experience.

Location: 1116 Nashville Hwy, Suite 101, Columbia

*Donations of gently used clothing, household goods, and furniture can be delivered in the rear of the store during business hours.

Learn even more about ThriftLove here, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Whiskey Alley Saloon Opens Downtown

Whiskey Alley Saloon is a passion project from the heart of the Terry Archer Food Group.

Enjoy coastal Mediterranean influenced cuisine with menu by Executive Chef, Damien Boggs. Experience flavor profiles viewed through the rich lens of our regional food supply. With freshness, flavor, and experience in mind, the menu is curated for social occasions of every variety. 

A casual, yet refined menu paired with craft cocktails, a dedicated wine list with unique flare, as well as an extensive top shelf liquor selection. 

We are officially open for business! After two long years of construction, planning and lots of dreaming, we have opened the doors of Whiskey Alley Saloon. We look forward to serving you all! Please give us a follow here for updates and other news. We hope you’ll join us for lunch, dinner, sporting events, and live music soon! You can find our menu and information at www.whiskeyalleysaloon.com

Fri/Sat: Ye Peddler’s Christmas Open House

Join us for the Christmas Open House at Ye Peddler Home & YP Boutique—a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss.

On Friday, November 8th, from 10 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday, November 9th, from 10 AM to 4 PM, we’re celebrating the season with gourmet food tastings, special giveaways, and a touch of Christmas magic to inspire your holiday shopping.

Gather friends and family, and experience the warmth and joy of the season with us. We look forward to welcoming you to a festive weekend at Ye Peddler!

305 W. 8th St., Columbia

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Wednesday, November 6th

Oliver Pigott, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

Thursday, November 7th

Austin Byrd, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito's Spring Hill, 6-9 PM
Stevierock, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Sinclair, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 8 PM

Friday, November 8th

Nick Bentley, Grinder's Switch, 7-9 PM
Cochise County, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Troy Castelland, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
Escape, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Saturday, November 9th

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 4-7 PM
November Blues, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
The Deltaz, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
5x5, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Sunday, November 10th

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Mary Lou, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

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