Blog – National 5 and 10

20 Jan

Taking small steps to make a big impact.

Posted by Cindi

Every year on the third Monday in January, we are inspired by the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Famous quotes and speeches are shared, people participate in...

15 Jan

Community, Store Windows

Pop-Up Exhibit: Pray For Snow

Posted by Cindi
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Who doesn't love a snow day? It may be cold outside, but we're thinking warm, nostalgic thoughts with our latest pop-up exhibit collaboration with the Newark Historical Society. For the...

13 Jan

Products

How to wear Pantone’s 2020 Color Of the Year: Classic Blue

Posted by Cindi
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Every year, those in the know at the Pantone Color Institute reveal what they believe will be the standout color of the coming year. Imagine our surprise and delight when they...

05 Dec

DIY, Holidays & Celebrations

Dime Store Decor: DIY Rustic Ornaments

Posted by Cindi

Looking for a quick and easy holiday project to work on while you watch your favorite Hallmark movies by the fire? Look no further! For just a few dollars and...

08 Nov

Holidays & Celebrations

Keepin’ it Simple….

Posted by Cindi

We're trying something new-fangled here at the ol' Five and Dime...a November photo challenge! When Louis Handloff started National 5 & 10 in 1931, life was slower. Main...

09 Sep

Community

Say Watt?? YES! We have .99 Cent LED Lightbulbs!

Posted by Cindi
Efficiency Smart, LED Lightbulbs

LED Lightbulbs now available to City of Newark Electric customers for only .99 cents each!

09 Jul

DIY

Dime Store Decor: Rope Flower Pot

Posted by Cindi

Who doesn't love a good make-over?? Today, we are going to transform this sad, ugly trash can into a beachy boho flower pot. This project take about an hour and...

03 May

Events

Book Signing: “Hello, YoUDee!”

Posted by Cindi
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Stop by during Alumni Weekend to meet local author, Dana Davis, and pick up a signed copy of her adorable children's book, "Hello, YoUDee!" These make great gifts for the Baby...

27 Feb

Holidays & Celebrations

How to Throw a Family Friendly Mardi Gras Party

Posted by Cindi

Here at National 5 & 10, we love a good party and there aren't many that are bigger or better than Mardi Gras. If you can't sneak away to New Orleans for the real...

23 Jan

Community

Pop-Up Exhibit: Abbott’s Shoe Repair Shop

Posted by Cindi

It's been a while since our last pop-up exhibit, so we're excited to announce that we have just installed a small exhibit in the store featuring our former Main Street neighbors....Abbott's Shoe Repair Shop....