From Pre-Loved to Re-Loved: Thrift Your Way Through Smiths Falls

Thrifting today isn’t just a trend – it’s a movement. The thrill of the hunt, the satisfaction of scoring a unique find, and the bonus of saving money — all while keeping waste out of the landfill – is making second hand shopping more popular than ever.

Smiths Falls has fully embraced the thrifting spirit, boasting a variety of shops where pre-loved treasures are waiting to find new homes. Whether you’re looking for vintage fashion, books, household goods, or even building supplies, the town offers plenty of shops to explore. Some of these stores also support local causes, making every purchase a win-win.

If you love the idea of discovering one-of-a-kind items while giving them a second life, use our list of shops below to get you started, or download the Smiths Falls thrifting guide for a full list of thrifting locations.

Arlie’s Books

Location: 14 Beckwith St. S., Smiths Falls

Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Book lovers will be pleased to know thrifting isn’t just about clothing! Used books are back in style, offering a fun and affordable way to build your personal library. Arlie’s cozy shop is conveniently located in the downtown core and has an ambiance that will make any book lover feel right at home. The hard part will be restraining yourself to just one or two books!

Expect to Find: Fiction and non-fiction books, puzzles and more.

Bernie’s Nearly New Shoppe

Location: 381 Highway 15, Smiths Falls

Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Step into Bernie’s Nearly New Shoppe on Highway 15 just outside of Smiths Falls and find a mix of antiques, furniture, collectibles, and home décor. Whether you’re on the hunt for a statement piece or a little vintage inspiration, Bernie’s offers a fun and ever-changing shopping experience.

Expect to Find: This is the place to go if you’re looking for bigger items like dressers or armoires, they really do have it all here!

Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing

Location: 18 William St. E., Smiths Falls

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

You can shop with a clean conscience here, since proceeds go back to the community in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters Lanark County, helping local youth thrive. With two locations, in Perth and Smiths Falls, Jewel’s is a local favourite for new-to-you finds. Ask about their “frequent shopper” card and how you can save on future purchases.

Expect to Find: Clothing, accessories, footwear, books, CDs, DVDs and puzzles.

The New Old Town

Location: 41 Centre St., Smiths Falls

Hours: Wednesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Part antique store, part vintage treasure hunt, The New Old Town specializes in carefully curated furniture, collectibles, and décor. Every visit offers a chance to discover one-of-a-kind finds with a story behind it.

Expect to Find: Dishware, collectibles, prints, artwork, and more.

The REAL Deal Reuse Store & Environmental Centre

Location: 85 William St. W., Smiths Falls

Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This longstanding community thrifting icon is the real deal (pun intended)! Founded by the Rideau Environmental Action League, The REAL Deal is all about giving items a second life while reducing waste. These folks are known for being a good resource for building supplies and home improvement materials, one of the few in Eastern Ontario. You never know what you’ll find here!

Expect to Find: Everything from household goods and furniture to building supplies and home improvement materials.

The Score | Liquidation & Thrift Superstore

Location: 49 Chambers St., Smiths Falls

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

True to its name, The Score is where you can score big on both new and gently used items. With new stock arriving twice a week, there’s always something new to discover. Don’t turn up your nose at the new items for sale here, someday they could be a re-loved piece, too. This is a good place to score a unique find.

Expect to Find: Household goods to clothing, collectibles, artwork, and beyond.