 Save big money at Menards. Come to The Ark in Akeley. Hi, this is Kenny Holm, the new executive director of the Akeley Regional Community Center and also home of The Ark Emergency Shelter, inviting you to come shop and save. The Ark Thrift Store has everything from clothing, household, and garage items, even art. You'll never know what you'll find, and we're always taking donations open Monday through Saturday, 10 to 5. The Ark is in the former Akeley School