Itching to order some comic books or the newest games on the market? How about some really cool stunt kites and Frisbees?
Well, you need to head over and see Frank Pergande at
Thoom! Games Toys and Comics, located above Wattsson & Wattsson Jewelers in downtown Marquette.
The shop itself is open Tuesday through Friday from noon until 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. But that's not the only place you're going to see Pergande selling his wares.
"Look for me in the parks and beaches around town selling Frisbees, kites and other outdoor toys on the weekends," he says.
Customers who head over to Thoom can expect to find reasobly-priced, high-quality, award-winning games and toys. Not sure if you want to buy it?
"People can try out almost everything in the store from the stom rockets and Spooner boards to the board and card games," Pergande says.
What's more is Pergande focuses on offering items that just can't be found at the big box stores.
Pergande has been an avid board game player for the past decade, so he not only can recommend games, but he can teach tem as well.
"I was a teacher overseas and locally for the past 15 years, and I ran a children's outdoor camp for almost as long, so I have a good idea of what is 'fun,'" he says.
Beyond carrying a wide variety of products, Thoom will also have a large selection of comics--ranging from main stream to independent titles--and will be offering a subscription service. Anyone reserving three or more titles a month will get 10-percent off their comics and Pergande says his comics will always come in on time.
Thoom is also available for special ordering of games, comics, kites and many other items. Anything with a suggested retail of over $50 will always get a 10-percent discount.
Writer: Sam Eggleston
Source: Frank Pergande, Thoom! Games, Toys and Comics
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