Great independent book store on Main Street in Middletown near Wesleyan. They have a wide…read moreselection of Wesleyan merch and of course a great book selection. I've always had terrific service and they do a good job of curating kids' books. On more than one occasion, my son picked out a book to later discover that it was an author-signed copy. My favorite Hartford area coffee shop Story & Soil took over the cafe space. The pairing of S&S and RJ has great potential.

This is only on the bookstore, I have no experience with the cafe. This is a combination college…read morebookstore for Wesleyan and actual bookstore with books for all ages. If you want Wesleyan paraphernalia, this is a great place to grab a hoodie, shirt, or onesie. The general book selection is very good if that's what you're looking for. Parking in the front is limited, it's pull-in to the curb and a crapshoot if anything will be open. You may have to drive down a few blocks.

The most beautiful and diverse collection of crystals in Connecticut!! I am a long time collector…read moreand Borrowed Time Emporiums selection is world class! The store has the such a cozy and serene vibe. If you're lucky enough you'll be greeted by Rudy! The prices are incredibly affordable. She has everything from pocket stones, to large specimens, to frankincense resin, beautiful jewelry, hand poured soy candles ($6!), oracle cards, selenite lamps! I could go on and on, one of my all time favorite stores.

First time buyer from Town's End Books and Bindery. I purchased a book that was difficult to obtain…read moreanywhere else at a reasonble price and in good condition too. Dellivery was prompt and the book was packaged with great care. The condition of the book exceeded my expectaions, it was in great condition. Very refreshing experience after purchaing a lot of ex-library books, from better known online sellers. Thank you Town's End Books.

the owner, John Townsend, has been in the business for decades. he buys and sells rare books and…read morefirst editions, specializing in Americana. I've bought and sold books through his store and have always found him more than fair. knowledgeable guy, a straight shooter who loves books and has a phenomenal collection. also does binding and restorarion, which are kind of lost arts.

Never know what you will find. I highly suggest people read all the expiration dates on their food…read more Other than that the prices are very good especially for the clothing. They typically have bedding sets for under $50 but you have to find your bed size (Queen seems to be hard to find). The appliances are normally name brand and great price, I recommend you review their return policy on electronics and thoroughly test things out. Staff is generally nice. FYI: For parents this is also a hidden gem for the popular dumplings and squishy cubes.

"I'd gladly lose me to find you I'd gladly give up what I…read moregot To catch you, I'm gonna run and never stop I call that a bargain The best I ever had" (The Who) Man, oh man, do we love the bargains at Ollie's. This was our first visit to Newington's Ollie's, and we scored a fantastic deal. I am the Committee Chair for a convention next month, and one of the participation activities for the conventioneers will be assembling kits to donate to a Boston charity for children in need. We are set on the school supply side, but we are still a little short on the socks and underwear side for 50 boys and girls. So, when I saw a "15% off" email from Ollie's, it seemed like a divine sign to make a pilgrimage to the new Ollie's in Newington. And guess what we found? How about 5-packs of boy's underwear marked down to $2.99? BEFORE our 15% discount. Thank you, Lord Ollie. Ollie's was stocked to the gills and very neatly shelved. We bought this eclectic mix of goods: a big bag of Dot's pretzels, five boxes of K Cup coffees, a bottle of shampoo, a jar of pickled zucchini, a jar of salsa, and 20 of the aforementioned underwear 5-packs for just a shocking $88. Ollie's is a fun store to browse around in, and today we made out like bandits.

Agree with the first review. Lovely, brand new location that crams a lot of great books into the…read morelocation as it is not the biggest location I have been to. The Glastonbury and Milford locations kind of the size that seems to be standard. The staff who work here have some fantastic tastes though! Their buy one get one half off tables were overflowing with all of my horror book needs! Despite telling myself I was only getting a few, I walked out with 8. Oops. Can't pass up a great deal, right?! Finding my niche tastes here is what pushes it to 5 stars for me!

the new store was absolutely gorgeous inside and so organized. it smelled so clean and the…read moreselection was amazing! my new favorite Barnes and Noble!

WESU is all you need. NPR during the day, free-form programming during the evening…read more DEAD AIR with Uncle john is one of the best programs ever.

WESU 88.1 FM is great, and im not a DJ at the station :) .. I havent yet heard Jims Greasepit &…read moreCocktail lounge, but one Thursday I will be in the car and remember to put it on.. I listen to WESU just about every morning on the way to work for their NPR broadcast. Some people don't like National Public Radio - but they always have some pretty interesting things on, and if it isnt something I care to listen to its not so hard to put my iPod on. On the way home from work its always something different, sometimes its something i can listen to.On Wednesdays if I am lucky I work late and get to catch Fusion Radio on the way home - James is bangin! .. Its worth checking out if you are passing through the middletown area and looking for something that is an alternative to mainstream media.

I bought RSD Jeff Buckley vinyl, very good price and fast shipping. It was exactly as described and…read morehe honored my request of taking the wrap of the album to prevent splitting. He shipped it properly and it arrived in perfect condition. He responds quickly. I'm very pleased and will definitely buy from them again

Coffee! New records! Old records! I spent at least a half hour alone digging through those blue dot…read more(dollar) bins. Brand new and vintage records alike are here, not every new record, but a fun eclectic mix of the old. That record remember from when my folks were kids? Found it! The album artwork is amazing, and I dint even get to the bins on the floor. My kid loves anything Stranger Things and she found some success here too. Obligatory Uncle Joes stickers were by the register, and the staff were friendly without hovering. You are almost exactly behind Cromwell Diner so f you're in Central CT this isn't far, but park with care in tiny angled lot, Can't wait to dig around another time soon.