Bright, stocked and bustling. A broad selection of games, books and toys for kids. A great place!read more

Popped in for a gift for a 10 & 12 year old and within 5 minutes, I had 3 recommendations and one…read moregift in hand. Love their stuff, love supporting at a small business even if the prices are a bit higher.

Owner is Awesome and store is very Unique! I wish them all the best of luck!!! You need to visit…read moreand check them out!

This store was so much fun! My friend is a huge rubber duck fan, so we had to stop by. The shop was…read moresmall but that was due to renovations. The owner was so sweet and kind, she definitely made us feel more welcome and enjoyed the experience even more. Hopefully next time we go, we get to see the shop in its full glory. But either way, it's a must see if you're in the area! (The the selection of items were amazing and has something for everyone!)

The Emporium of Retro Toys is such a fun and unique place to visit! Even if retro toys aren't…read moreusually your thing, this store really has something for everyone and all ages. If you are into nostalgic collectibles, then you'll absolutely love it -- it's nostalgia galore. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with the question: "Who remembers?" -- and that really sets the tone for the whole experience. Everywhere you look there's something that takes you back in time. The owners are awesome and very friendly, which makes the visit even better. I'm also especially grateful for the 10% discount they give my son when he does a great job at school -- such a thoughtful and encouraging gesture for kids. The store itself is neat, organized, and packed with things to explore. There's so much to look at that you could spend a long time just walking around remembering old favorites. The prices vary across different ranges, so there's something affordable for everyone. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area!

I stopped in here on my lunch break because one of my co-workers said it was worth a visit. They…read morewere right, this place is awesome, unlocked so many memories of my childhood as I walked through and browsed the vast selection and variety of stuff they have, pricing is reasonable and fair. The staff was pleasant, and they seem to have forged a solid foundation around themselves with their customers. The Owner of the shop makes daily updates on Facebook as well, you can tell this is a true passion for them. Every community needs a place like this!! Can't wait to visit again.

I've been shopping here since the store opened years ago. I was never aware that this is not a…read moreHallmark store. I have ordered online from Hallmark and shipped to home or picked up orders there, so I assumed that Hallmark and the Paper Store are one and the same. Not the case. Today, I picked up an order but upon opening immediately in the car, I found that one product was loose in the box and broken in 3 pieces. One other item was missing altogether. Two items were in good order, just poorly boxed which is unusual for Hallmark but it is their busy season. I had the pre-paid order detail and after going back and forth with Paper Store Manager and Hallmark Manager (on-site), i was told they couldn't help me with a refund or exchange because they aren't Hallmark. I had no idea. It was not a good customer service experience but I've never had a problem there before, just the opposite. The one time I did I was basically told we can't help you and there's nothing we can do. You have to deal with Hallmark even though they carry the same products in the store. I was told I could purchase them from them though but not an exchange. Just want to share if you pick up an order there and you have a problem they can't help with it. It's just a pickup place. Thank you.

Always a great experience. I went there recently and I was on crutches so the girls were very…read morehelpful with picking out a wedding gift for a friend of mine a special Alex and Ani bracelet to let her know how really special she was and how happy she is that she married the man of her dreams. I was on crutches as I said and the girls were very helpful even help me to find just the right special card for them as well as for a few other people. I'm always wear when I go to my paper store and Mansfield because they are always so good to me

Local chain/franchise that specializes in active playthings and educational toys. The stores have a…read moregood variety of stuff. Three stars for variety and quantity. My issues with the stores are the unpleasant staff and the return policy. The return policy: If you have a receipt and the item is unopened, is straightforward. If you have opened the box and the item does not have a manufacturer defect, then they will not accept the item back. Opening the item makes it unable to be resold. Only with a manufacturer defect will they take an open item back for a refund. So, if your child does not like the toy or you just are not happy with your choice, you are out of luck. I hate to say it, do your research and purchase the item somewhere that has a less restrictive return policy even if slightly more expensive. Not having the hassle of dealing with The Learning Express will be worth it in the end.

Holiday time and this Nana with 4 grandkids wants to know what are the hot toys and what gifts…read morewould delight the kids?. Thank goodness for this local retailer - I have tried the big box stores as well as Amazon for many many things . But toys are different - how do you really know if it's a winner ? Certainly no sales people in the aisles at these big box stores to assist or give personal recommendations. So hats off to Learning Express - sales people are exceptional and the prices are reasonable. Shop their great sales - shop local. Support small business. I am glad I do- and so are my grandkids!

We love Henry Bear Park! It has a great little selection of toys, stuffed animals, and fidget toys…read more They host fun events for shoppers and the neighborhood too. Plus their window display is always adorable. All of the workers are so kind and give my dog treats.

05-25-24 I came to Providence from San Diego, CA to attend…read moremy son's graduation. While everyone took a nap from being exhausted because of traveling, I opted to take a stroll. When I saw this shop, I decided to enter. As I walked in, I saw Ashley, the manager, standing near the counter. I asked for her assistance and described to her what I needed. Ashley made some recommendations and showed me a variety of toys that were aged appropriate. She spent a lot of time helping me until I felt satisfied with my decision. I ended up with the 5+ Burger Truck (see pic). If you have small children, this place has everything: fun, educational and interactive. Also, I loved the fact that they have free gift wrap service and interactive toys for children to enjoy while waiting for their moms to shop. Enjoy shopping for your children Moms!

This is an awesome place! From the ever-changing diecast side of the store that has classic to…read moremodern diecast vehicles (ie:cars, planes, tanks, Lego figures, Classic GI Joe's etc etc). With a good mix of unique and popular finds there's something for almost anyone. The staff are pleasant and accommodating. And if they don't have it will try to recommend where to get it. And the pricing is very reasonable! Must check it out. Not to mention the hobby side is excellent too from a great selection of movie inspired vehicles to cars and trucks. Plenty of models to start or in my case restart my hobby interests. Just picked up a starter model airplane for my kiddo there. Good selection as well of military vehicles from multiple eras. Something to check out!

What a jerk! I recently saw some puzzles on Facebook yardsale posted by the store owner. I wrote to…read moreinquire about buying multiple. He wrote back and said So very sorry but just got home. We had a family emergency this morning after we spoke and it affected our entire day. Will followup tomorrow after we open at 12 noon. Again my apologies. The next day He sent me photos of the ones available. Mind you for Facebook yardsale they were overpriced, usually they're $5-8 used, but I understand the cost of a physical business. Before I wrote back I needed to check which ones I already had or had completed, but before I could do so had a personal emergency that prevented me from writing back to the message right away, which he should have understood could happen based on his own message. He wrote the next day, any interested, then I just get a message that says "There is no common courtesy these days..." Meanwhile on my end I'm handicapped from a recent spinal neck surgery going through a medical emergency and I come back and find this rude message when I went to write back a few days later about the puzzles. Had actually planned to buy all but one but this guy's snarky rude remark definitely does not make me want to get the ride over to do business with him and his overpriced puzzles. What a absolute jerk who obviously does know how to offer good customer service. Started off strong only to be an utter disgusting disappointment of a business. Learn how to talk to people and treat them with respect. You never know what someone else has going on in their life.

Boom Boom Games is fantastic. They are an absolute gem of a retro game and collectible store…read more Their inventory is my favorite part about them. They always have a lot of cool things in stock. They also have things you would have trouble finding elsewhere. You can visit them one week, and the next week they have more great stuff in. I haven't been a frequent customer at the other retro gaming stores in the area because it's always the same products. Boom Boom always has new and exciting things, so they're worth the frequent visits. They price things fairly, and their rewards program gives you opportunities to save money with points redemption. Every dollar counts! The staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They constantly run events in store. The owner, Ben, runs an Easter Egg Hunt around Billerica with prizes. My children love it and look forward to it annually! Boom Boom just recently did a Christmas raffle, and for Thanksgiving they did a Turkey Shoot (nerf gun to an electronic target) to determine percentage off the purchase. They keep things fresh and give everyone a chance to get involved in the fun. It's obvious how much the Ben cares and is passionate about the store, and the customers who frequent it. They're also very active on socials to keep everyone informed on the latest updates. I've recently them doing unboxing videos. They have been interesting to watch to get a first look at what's coming in. I am a collector of all things retro gaming, and Boom Boom games is where most of my items come from. Not to mention they have clothing items, retro toys to make you feel nostalgic, and it's not my thing, but they have a substantial wrestling toy and item collection. They also get video games and consoles in pretty quickly. I've gone there on the day of releases before to get games ahead of the crowd. This hasn't been an issue for them. Me and my family will definitely be back there often, as each one of us finds things we love at Boom Boom.

I have no idea why this page says it is wheelchair accessible. I typically use a rollator when I go…read moreout, and it could not fit in there. I'm mobile to to be able to switch to a cane for a short time, but that limits how long I can spend anywhere. The store is very tiny and cramped. It seemed very well stocked, but again, I could not stay long. Customer service was non-existence. The only thing the cashier said to me was asking if I wanted my receipt or not.

old, outdated + DIRTY! miserable staff…read more I suggest going to Henry Bear's Park just around the corner!

This store is a gem in the middle of Wellesley . They have a huge variety of toys, and the workers…read moreand super friendly . They even gift wrap for you free of charge, which is huge. I recommend 1000 times.

Fun and trending products! But.. How do young families possibly afford this expensive toy store?…read more Shop at Walmart, Amazon, or Target instead. What ever happened to the good ole' days of Child World.

I brought my daughter to this place for a classmates birthday party. It was such a fun experience!…read moreI was super impressed with how clean and organized it was. The staff was great and very friendly with the kids. My daughter had such a fun time and we plan on going back soon! Highly recommend!