Not a local fish store, but I know if you check the moving companies, like prestige they always hire lumpers or a driver is always in need of one. It normally pays cash, and pays well.
Fuuny I was thinking the dollor tree too, and it just so happen I have extra pvc pipe. Maybe I should start making these. I'll give a good deal 2$. LOL!!
Isn't this a loofa? Not 100% sure, but I think I can get the same thing at Fred Meyers for 4.99.
http://stores.aquaculturenurseryfarms.com/-strse-316/POD-HAVEN-4%22/Detail.bok