Notus Garage and Mercantile

Weekly Update (Sept 10-Sept 13)

We are open Wed-Sat 10am-6pm at the shop this week! Remember though, even on days we're normally closed if the flags are out, we're open!

As we're making the transition to Fall, you're going to find a lot of great merchandise showing up in the sale tab on our online store. We also have a corner in the shop dedicated to just clearance deals. These items are priced to move, meaning it's a fantastic time to grab them!

Sometimes life just happens and we don't get things done when we plan on it, right? That being said, the sale on our hand crafted Lotions is wrapping up this week. Buy any 3 of our large lotions (normally $8 each) for $20. Mix & Match both Men's & Ladies' scents! Stock up for Christmas (it's coming faster than you realize)!

This week you're going to find FUDGE in the shop! We're starting out with: Traditional, Peanut Butter, Frosted Animal Cookies & Almond Joy! (When they're gone for the week, they're gone.)

Whatever your plans this week, make the short drive out to Notus. It's a short distance from anywhere in the valley and worth the time! If you're coming out for watermelons, make a point to come inside to see, shop, and share our beautiful store. Our small business is so very grateful for every single one of you and we appreciate your continued support more than you realize right now. Sincerely, Thank you!

Watermelon

We have roughly 2 weeks left of Watermelon Season. (If that extends, this is where you'll find that information) We will have Watermelon at the shop in Notus all week. You'll find us in Middleton at Roadside Park on Friday (starting about 10) until sold out. Saturday (9/13) you'll find us at Tractor Supply in Middleton until we're sold out. These watermelon are local, seedless, delicious and come directly from the farm. You won't find them fresher or yummier!!!

A Look Ahead

With so many new products, what could we possibly be working on next? Souvenirs, Fall/Winter Candles & Wax Melts, Fizzing Bath Soak and possibly Carpet Freshener & Body Spray (those are still being debated, tested, and refined). There's always something in the works!

Giving Corner

The Notus Community Historical Society is asking for help and we're happy to jump in. After saved the original Fire Station in Notus and occupying it for over 16 years as a private, non-profit museum they're losing their location. The city has determined it would be better utilized as a maintenance building. The Museum is trying to find a new location and, wherever they end up, it's going to take money. I'm certain, as are they, that they'll find a new & better location, but they're also facing storage costs. Any amount you can give would be most helpful. Please take a look at the flyer to the right to read the whole story. When you come into the Garage, you'll see a plastic collection tub on the counter where we are collecting donations for them. (Every single penny in that tub will go directly to the museum - we're keeping nothing.) In addition, we have some beautiful photo cards showcasing some of Notus that we're are donating all the proceeds from those sales to the Museum.

On a more personal note, our own family is dealing with an unexpected and devastating event. Kim has been diagnosed with several different incurable, autoimmune diseases. On top of that (and in the same week she got her diagnoses) Vance was diagnosed with congestive heart failure and Stage 4 Metastatic Squamous Cell Sarcoma in both lungs. For the time being, we've canceled all our events and have shortened the shop hours. Huge shoutout to Randy for holding the fort down at the shop most of the time and covering during Kim's absences. A dear friend set up a crowdfunding page to help with the mounting medical & "life" bills. If you feel inclined, please keep this family in your thoughts and prayers and if you're able, we'd welcome anything you could give that would help pay the bills during this tough time. Thanks friends. Hug your loved ones a little tighter. Help here

Who are we?

Kim is the "mix master" behind all of our Kandles & Wax Melts, the brain and designer of Butterfly Kisses Lotion, creator of ultra moisturizing Bath & Body Products, the mad scientist behind our Men's line, primary purchasing for all the new merchandise, the web master and about a million other things all at once.

Renee has shifted her focus to Summer with her amazing decor and she's been hard at work cranking out more Kitchen Scrubbies! Did you know she has well over 50 years experience in floral, balloons, decor and every other creative endeavor you can imagine?

Randy is the man behind our amazing and popular Car Freshies, the room sprays, air fresheners and the collectibles. He's procured some awesome garage memorabilia including from when his parents operated the garage. His various beer, Pepsi, Coke classics and selection of collectibles are unique and desirable.

Vance is a man of many ideas and he loves to see those come to life. His disabilities greatly limit what he can physically do, but on those "good days", you'll find him puttering around the shop or see him waving to passing cars on the highway. Sometimes he's out there with a sign and wild clothing to get your attention. If you see him, wave back & honk to show support of local businesses in Notus, Idaho.

Video Tour and History

What is The Notus Garage?

The Historic Notus Garage has been in Kim's family since her grandparents bought it in 1938. Originally a Wescott Oil Station, it would convert to a Conoco Station in the 40's. Kim's Grandpa, Lewis, was the only full-time, full-service mechanic in Notus (there were 7 Gas Stations at one point) & her Grandma, Helen, pumped gas and established what we'd call a "convenience store" today. Lewis passed in 1964, but you'll still find some of his treasures and keepsakes in the shop. Helen would continue to pump gas into the late 1970's/early 1980's (until gas was over $1 a gallon - the pumps didn't go above a dollar) to her loyal and much-loved customers. Over the years it has never been without a family run business of some kind in it, whether that be a retail store, a warehouse, production or a wholesale business. Kim is the third generation of Taylor's (with help from the 4th generation) to operate a business out of the Garage.

The Notus Garage is our primary brick and mortar location. We have joined cooperatively to help grow Notus' non-traditional businesses. This closed agreement will help to ensure quality products, including holiday decor, art, floral, balloons, and collectibles not limited to antiques.

Just to put this out there, (it's a question we get several times a week) we do NOT take in other consignment items.

Weekly Hours

Wednesday 10-6
Thursday 10-6
Friday 10-6
Saturday 10-6
Sunday - Tuesday: CLOSED
After hours text (only): 208-991-4274 or 208-965-3821

Cash, Card, Venmo or PayPal Accepted

Located at 342 Elgin (Highway 20-26 & Notus Rd) in downtown Notus, Idaho. We're right across from the giant grain silos and museum.