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... Welcome to Nifty Nic Nacs online! This is the place to find what's new at Nifty Nic Nacs! Retro-fit Your Life with our hilarious and affordable pop-culture memorabilia, eclectic books and greeting cards, Floridiana (gifts with scenes of old Florida) and cutting-edge humor gifts. Check below for news of the latest zaniness here in our kooky corner of paradise, Venice, Florida, USA!
Friday, September 3, 2010: Don't miss the Miami Avenue Craft Festival in downtown Venice this weekend, Fri/Sat, fro 10am to 5pm.
Also, from now through October 15th, we will be opening at 11am (instead of our regular 10am opening hours) Mondays through Saturdays.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010: If you're a teacher or school employee in the Venice, Florida, area, you can receive a 10% discount on all in-store purchases this month! Simply show your school ID at time of purchase. Offer does not include markdown items, Kit-Cat Klocks or special orders. No shipping. Home school teachers much show some form of identification that acknowledges they are an official home-school teacher.
Monday, August 30, 2010: Mark your calendar: this weekend is the Miami Avenue Craft Fair in downtown Venice -- Saturday and Sunday, 10 to 5. We're open Saturday from 10am to 8pm and Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Don't miss it!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010: Just a reminder during the waning days of summer -- which here, extends through mid-October! -- to SHOP LOCALLY at your independently-owned merchants' stores. It's really important, especially in these challenging times of economic trouble. Think outside the (big)box. When you pull into those huge parking lots looking for a place to park, think "oh... I could probably buy this at (fill in the blank with your favorite local independent store).
Friday, August 20, 2010: Venice's Sun Fiesta (in October of each year) is searching for Miss Sun Fiesta pageant contestants for their upcoming event on Saturday, October 16th. Applications are available at www.sunfiesta.net and contest is open to women 17-20. Winner gets a $1,000 scholarship from Venice Sertoma.
Saturday, July 31, 2010: We have been busy reducing prices on merchandise that needs to be cleared out of the way this summer before we start receiving our orders in the fall in preparation of the holiday season. NOW'S the time to stop in and stock up on great merchandise at reduced prices.
Be watching, too, for our WEBSTORE coming this summer!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010: Did you know that bikers (motorcyclists) get a 10% discount on their purchase on Sundays at Nifty Nic Nacs? Just show your driver's license with its motorcycle endorsement when you check out! (Discount doesn't apply to items already reduced for clearance or for Kit-Cat Klocks.) Remember, we're open 12pm to 4pm on Sundays through the end of October. (10am to 5pm November through Mother's Day.)
Friday, July 2, 2010: Just in! Gumby, Pokey and Mr. Bill bendables and Mr. Bill bendable keychains! Also, Betty Boop Celebriduck rubber duckies! These go fast, so stop in soon...
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Monday, May 31, 2010: With June on our doorstep, don't forget that Father's Day will soon be here! It's Sunday, June 20th. We have fun things for dad, including John Wayne memorabilia, Star Wars, Star Trek -- all those "Dad" type of things! Great books, too! Even golf and beer gifts!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010: The summer 2010 edition of Atomic Ranch magazine is here! If you love mid-century modern decor, furnishings and/or architecture, this is for you! Only $6.95.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010: We have received our selection of the newest Mik Wright greeting cards! They always have their finger on the pulse of what's the funniest combination of photos and captions. Our customers gather around the rack and share belly laughs! Come split your sides!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010: If you are in the immediate Venice/Sarasota/Bradenton area and want to help with the effects of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico consider Save Our Seabirds. You can see their website at http://saveourseabirds.com/
Tuesday, May 11, 2010: If you live here on the suncoast and want to help with preparations in event the gulf oil spill affects our coast, check out the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, who needs donations ahead of the direct effects that may be realized: http://www.seabirdsanctuary.com/
Tuesday, May 4, 2010: How has the BP oil spill affected us in Venice, Florida? First, we do not have oil on our beaches. Our water is safe and is being monitored. Fishing and recreational water activities have not been affected in our area. Seafood is safe to eat. (This information is provided by the Sarasota Convention & Visitors Bureau.)
Keep informed at www.sarasotafl.org Venice is part of Sarasota County.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the workers who were killed in the explosion, the people of the Gulf coast who are being affected by the oil spill, and with the people who are trying to resolve the problem.
Monday, May 3, 2010: Coming early summer: shop online with us! Watch for our web store coming SOON on this site! Check in often -- stay posted!
Friday, April 23, 2010: Our latest email blast detailing our special sales and upcoming events went out today. If you're not receiving our emails and would like to receive them, please email us via this site and provide us with your name and address and you will be included in subsequent blasts. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010: Start planning your Mothers Day shopping now (it'll be here before you know it!). We just got a shipment of Wonder Woman gifts that are perfect for that Wonder Woman in your life!
Wednesday, April 13, 2010: Come on down! We're always open until 8pm Mondays through Saturdays (and Sundays noon to 4pm).
Thursday, March 18, 2010: We're open until 8 SIX NIGHTS A WEEK, Monday through Saturday -- year 'round (and Sundays noon to 4pm)!
Monday, February 15, 2010: Check our our latest rave on the web from a great website featuring retro places on the road: http://retroroadmap.com/
Wednesday, February 10, 2010: Hot out of the boxes: talking Godfather bobblehead, as well as bobbleheads of Yoda and Rat Fink! Also, Homer Simpson Bobble Breeze for your dashboard!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010: Congratulations to Venice's Emily Mounce for winning 2nd place in Sarasota County's "High School Idol" competition!
Nothing in the store costs more than $99.95 and most items are under $24.95!
Thursday, December 3, 2009: Anne Taintor fans, rejoice! We stock her latest smirky, snarky and FAAAAB-ulous products on our shelves. Note boxes with note sheets, coasters, zipper pouches, mousepads and more! $2.50-$17.95
Tuesday, November 3, 2009: Check out our sock monkeys! Our Monkeez have magnetic hands and feet, so they're always hangin' around... ($5.95 to $24.95, depending on size)...
Also Sock Monkey ornaments, including a firefighter, police and doctor monkey!
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009: We have Gumby, Mr. Bill and Speed Racer bendable fun figures! Stop in soon! Prices vary depending on size $7.95-$12.95
Wednesday, August 19, 2009: Did you know Nifty Nic Nacs in on Facebook? Become a Fan by searching Nifty Nic Nacs and clicking on "Become A Fan!"
Find us on Twitter and MySpace, too!
Monday, August 10, 2009: For fans of Nifty Nic Nacs, you may recall our "mascot," our Wire Haired Fox Terrier, Cory, who has been coming to the store with us virtually every day since we opened the business in 2003. We are sad to report his death, which occurred on Thursday, July 30, 2009. It has been quite an adjustment for us.
His little body was just worn out and we are sure he is now whole again in heaven. We kept him as long as we could, carrying him (as he could no longer walk) for more than the last two years of his life. He was a blessing to our lives and to the store and we miss him dearly.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009: We have Felix The Clock cats! $49.99
Tuesday, July 14, 2009: One of our favorite songs of the Nifty Period; watch Jayne Mansfield on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CRj_MIT_EM
Tuesday, June 30, 2009: Are you a fan of Blue Q? We have their popular health and beauty products for sale as well as great sticker sets, tattoos, totes, lip balms, car air fresheners, zipper pouches and coin purses .
Monday, June 29, 2009: Stop in and check out our great Flickback jigsaw puzzles that feature the popular personalities of each decade from the 1930's through the 1990's! Big 500-piece puzzles for only $14.95.
We also have vintage-looking metal signs, "Budweiser" and "Ice Cold Beer" that would look great behind a bar, in the office or in the garage.
Friday, May 15, 2009: How is Nifty Nic Nacs green? Let us count the ways:
1. We recycle all the packing materials that come in our shipments. Whether it's using packing peanuts in our own shipping (store items or items we have sold on Ebay) or wrapping breakable items in bubble wrap as we sell them or stuffing purses with the air-filled plastic bags, we don't miss an opportunity to reuse packing materials that might otherwise fill area landfills -- at least they get additional use (and we hope the next person can do the same!).
2. We recycle paper by reusing envelopes and by making our scratch pads to use by the phone.
3. We keep a recycling bin in our restroom in which we place cans and plastic bottles.
4. We use an air curtain at our front door that keeps the cool air in and the hot air out when we have our door open in the evenings.
We will continue to implement techniques as we determine our ability. You do the same, too, where and when you can! The world might just be a better place for those who come behind us.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009: We have an "I $hop Local" sticker campaign at Nifty Nic Nacs: Stop in and pick up your free sticker that you can wear while you shop or stick on your bumper, laptop, forehead -- anywhere! It is crucial to independently owned small businesses for local residents to support locally-owned businesses. For our business it is vital during the summer especially.
Don't forget: we're open in the evenings every night, Mondays through Saturdays! Parking is always FREE in downtown Venice.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009: Our Sunday hours are noon until 4pm.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009: Our 6th Anniversary!
And yes, due to popular demand, we have been reduced to selling Whoopee Cushions, fake vomit and fake doggy doo! It was bound to happen! 
Tuesday, February 10, 2009: Can't figure out what to get the sports fan in your life? If he or she is a serious baseball fan, you've got to come see the collectible retro baseballs we carry! These baseballs are decorated with retro images of the iconic ball parks of Fenway Park, Yankee Stadium and Wrigley Field, as well as commemorative baseballs representing Boston and New York. From $15.95 to $19.95, these come boxed in a hard plastic presentation box -- a cinch to wrap and give!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009: Our "Little Thinker" line of dolls include a variety of intelligent and eclectic personalities: DaVinci, Mozart, Darwin, Jesus, Eleanor Roosevelt, Charlie Chaplin, Barack Obama, Buddha, Jesus -- many more! Perfect for adults and children alike. $17.95 each.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008: You can go green with our popular line of Blue Q totes with designs from some of the world's leading graphic artists. $16.95 each.
Friday, November 14, 2008: Betty Boop just wants to be loved by you in our cute musical snowglobe by San Francisco Music Box:
Tuesday, October 28, 2008: We carry Star Wars Wacky Wobbler bobbleheads! We have Luke Skywalker and Yoda, in addition to the rest of the crew we carry: Hans Solo, Darth Vader, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Chewbacca, C-3PO and Princess Leia. $17.95 each.
We also carry Bobble Breeze bobbleheads for your car dashboard including Tweety Bird and Spiderman. They join Homer Simpson, Yosemite Sam, and Speed Racer already in stock. $10.95 each. These mini bobbleheads have a scent cartridge that serves as an air freshener for your car. We also sell refills with three different scents in each refill pack. Refills are $4.50
Monday, August 25, 2008: Magnetic Poetry is a blast! Those ever-popular little magnetic words that you can arrange all over your refrigerator or locker are now available at Nifty Nic Nacs! Create your own literary works of art for the next person to walk by and make their own.
While our selection will vary, titles include Rock & Roll, 50 Something, Movie Lines, The Beach, Shakespeare, Yiddish, Dog Lover, Cat Lover, and Queer.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008: Two of our most popular mugs: Freudian Sips and Yiddish Proverbs!
July 23, 2003: New Arrivals! We now carry retro "Having Fun In The Sun In Venice, Florida" magnets, mouse pads and license plates. We also carry them in the following area towns: Port Charlotte, Bradenton, Sarasota, North Port, Punta Gorda, Englewood, Osprey and Nokomis. These have a cheery 1950s style smiling sun on an orange and yellow background.