by Lisa N.

The Ann Arbor PTO puts its proceeds towards public schools, which I am all about and which added one star to their review.  They have a wide selection of things -- clothing, jewelry, furniture, kitchen supplies, decorations, DVDs.  It's pretty much full range in there.  I will admit whenever I go into a thrift store I always look for the cheap bling and I got my favorite gold from here.  Since it does not receive as much traffic as the Salvation Army or Value World, you will probably run into more great finds at this place.  You will not believe this hot 60's vintage pantsuit I found with a plunging neckline!  Totally Foxy Brown.  I also found my fuzzy white coat there, and I get tons of compliments on it.If you're looking for a bargain, find out when their half off days are.  Also, they are part of Recycle Ann Arbor and are near other places where you can find second hand goods, like the Reuse Center and the Salvation Army.

by Clarence C.

The proceeds go to a good cause, but I've found that the Salvation Army and the Recycle Ann Arbor Re-use Station are better places to find something that you're looking for. The PTO shop does have a decent stock of kitchen wares, clothing and old records. Tons of decorative tchochke.If you're on a hunt for something you need to survive, like a window fan, a desk to study on, lamps, or a couch to put on your porch and then set on fire accidentally with your hookah (you know who you are), then check at the other two stores.

by Sarah R.

This thrift store doesn't have the largest collection of most things, but it has a nice selection of several, and it's got a fun and funky atmosphere.I went here with friends on a Sunday afternoon, and it was hopping with people, from middle aged men to soccer Moms with little ones. They have clothing, house goods, furniture, books and all the other things you'd expect at a thrift store. Their selection of books is smaller than at several other thrift and resale shops I've been to, but the selection of children's books is actually pretty respectable.They also sell smaller items that I've had trouble finding elsewhere. I've been looking to buy one small white button to replace a missing one from a favorite shirt, but many thrift stores don't deal in items that small. The PTO thrift store had a box of buttons you could sort through, and I found the perfect button for 10 cents. It saved me a trip and a buck or two that I would have spent at a retail fabric store.And, even though the book selection wasn't as good as other resale shops I've been to, it was pretty well organized. I found a book, memoirs by Reeve Morrow, that I've been seeking for ages. It was a hard cover in good condition, and I scored it for $1.And, as if that weren't enough to make my day, I got a discount at the register. They have a small child's toy slot machine at the front counter, and if you pull the handle and  "win," you get a discount.The fun atmosphere and the good prices will make the PTO a new favorite on my list of local thrift stores.

by Jae K.

If I lived in Ann Arbor I would come here every week! (seriously) I was recently there visiting my boyfriend's family---who just moved to the west coast so I won't have an opportunity to go back to Ann Arbor!! *( We went to all the thrift shops and this one was the best. The clothing selection is small (compared to other thrift stores in the area) but they have a ton of knic-knacs and furniture and books. But I found the best clothing here (smallest selection but yet the best selection? perfect) They had an AWESOME vintage room which I went absolutely crazy in (all the vintage stuff priced around 8-10bucks!!) I ended up gettting 2 tank tops, a cute shirt dress and a vintage dress for $21!!! For a New York City girl that is cheap! And they are some of my favorite things now. This is an awesome awesome store and the money goes to a great cause. Wish I could go back!

by Linda L.

I have been there twice and each time found the staff rude. They keep items in a glass case and when you ask to view them they act like it is a real discomfort for them to walk over there.  They seem to look down on the customers as if they are above them.  They had 3 people behind the counter and not one approached me as I waited for someone to notice I needed help with the glass case. I think I would notice someone staring at me! In the end I went to the check out and asked. One cashier couldn't figure out what item I was refering to even though it was the only one in pink. The other cashier said I should have asked earlier and so on. I just turned around and walked out. Truthfully  prices on clothes good but I don't buy them,  though not many clothes there. Toys trashed. Sales clerks - We probally make more money than you so treat everyone the same or get out of the business

by mariah c.

I came back here and found a sweet red and black 80s dress (which just needs some minor alteration) as well as some truly weird old board games.  The thing that made me nervous about buying a board game here was that all of the games were sealed, with a label reassuring the customer that the PTO had checked and that all of the pieces were inside. I guess I'm just cynical, though... it turns out the PTO did just fine and all of the game pieces were indeed included! Way to go, PTO!There was also a pin that was a hot pink silhouette of an eagle. I am kicking myself for not purchasing it immediately!  *Note... if you read this, please do not go buy it. I plan to return soon! ;) I've never done well with the clothing department here, but for accessories and some furniture, it's…