If you're a lover of thrift stores, as I am, you'll be happy to know that the Triangle is getting another new thrifty shopping venue this week.

Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina is opening the store at 10 a.m. today, Oct. 27, at 5151 N.C. Highway 42, Garner.

It's the first Goodwill in Garner and the 33rd store in the area, according to Becky Lytle, spokeswoman for Goodwill Industries.

The Purple Shoe Thrift Shoppe on 407 West Gannon Ave, Zebulon, is in need of donations, according to Alice Coleman, executive director of Domestic Violence Outreach Stores. The thrift shop that opened last spring has been generating consistent shoppers. The proceeds from the store help shelter victims of domestic violence.

The Purple Shoe is always accepting donations of men’s and women’s clothing, jewelry, handbags, shoes, belts and accessories. The shop also accepts household décor and small furniture items.

For more information or to make a donation call 269-0109 or visit http://www.ncadvos.org