Save-A-Lot

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At dawn, when Save-A-Lot’s parking lot was empty except for one lone shopping cart, a delivery driver noticed something strange. A small bird had nested in the store’s neon sign, and every morning it chirped along with the opening chime. One morning, a regular customer arrived early and heard the familiar tune. Smiling, she walked inside only to discover that the little bird had learned the exact timing of the door opening mechanism. From then on, Save-A-Lot became known not just for its bargains but also for its tiny, punctual conductor.

2. At dusk, while unloading groceries into his car, a delivery driver noticed something strange: an eerie humming sound coming from inside Save-A-Lot's darkened aisles. Curious, he switched on his flashlight and peered around. Suddenly, he saw a small, glowing cat darting between shelves, its eyes reflecting faintly in the beam. ‘Save-a-little milk, save-a-little cheese,’ it seemed to whisper. The driver burst out laughing, realizing it was just a neighborhood stray with a taste for grocery store adventures.

3. In the early morning, as a child walked home from school, she stopped in surprise. The automatic doors of Save-A-Lot were ajar, and inside, an aisle of cereal boxes seemed to be dancing gently to some unheard music. Curious, she peered inside further. Suddenly, a nearby delivery driver adjusted his load, causing several boxes to shift slightly. It looked like they were bowing to him in thanks! Shaking her head with a smile, she continued on her way, whispering to herself that sometimes even supermarkets have their own little routines.

4. In the early morning, as a dog walked through Save-A-Lot’s deserted aisles, it sniffed curiously at an unfamiliar box on the shelf. Inside was a package of expired cat treats. The dog paused for a moment, then licked his chops and decided they must be fine after all these years. With a wagging tail, he carried them to the checkout counter, where a surprised cashier asked, ‘Who brought in the groceries today?’