This place is great for gently used and new teacher/classroom supplies at a low price. No other…read morestore like it in the area. I make the 40 minute drive once a month to check out what Heidi has that is "new to me". I always find things, I never knew I needed. Love this store!

This teacher shop is awesome! I've gone twice in the last month and both times, books were marked…read moredown to super cheap. They have a lot of series of chapter books, as well as popular story books. They also have a decent number of games/resources for math/literacy/social studies/science. And if you're looking for something specific, you can jot it down on the form upfront with your number and she'll contact you when she gets it in! It's a bit of a drive for me since I'm in schaumburg but I'm happy to make it. If it were any closer, I'd be spending all of my money there :)

I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Circa Vintage Gallery in St. Charles! I was looking for…read morea birthday gift for my father, and the staff went above and beyond to help me find something special. Everyone was incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. They took the time to walk me through the store, show me the different pieces they had, and learn what I was looking for. They even went into the back to pull out some specific items they thought I might like. It was clear that they really cared about helping me find the right gift rather than simply making a sale. The selection is fantastic, but the customer service is what really stood out to me. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and will absolutely be coming back. Highly recommend Circa Vintage Gallery to anyone looking for unique antiques, gifts, or just a great place to browse!

This is DeKalb's only independent bookstore other than the adult one. It's run out of what used to…read morebe a garage in back of the main building at 115 N. 1st Street; hours are limited and the stock doesn't rotate much. Still, they have an awful lot of books packed into a small space, and the proprietor - a retired professor who's just looking to break even - is very helpful. He'll help you find what you're looking for, and if you're interested in something there isn't much demand for - such as books in French - he may be able, if you call ahead, to grab some out of storage for you. Prices are reasonable.

Wonderful treasure in downtown Dekalb. A very eclectic assortment of used and rare books. The owner…read morehimself is a gem and will be happy to talk about a variety of subjects as you explore the shelves searching for that book you didn't know you wanted. A great way to spend an afternoon!

I've been shopping at AS&S since before I lived in Chicagoland (used to order from their catalog;…read morekids, that was the paper version of the internet), but wanted to stop in when I was in Geneva today since the company has been having a hard time according to their social media. I was happy to see so many people in here! If you're shopping for random stuff, this is the place for it: craft supplies, games and toys, bottles and jars (including itty bitty ones, which I bought), marbles, strange holiday overstock, neon signs, science experiments, a billion electronic parts...you name it. For sheer weirdness this store can't be beat but I legitimately do buy practical items here too. Stop in and support this long time local favorite!

Now employee owned but still as quirky and fun as ever. Whether looking for school poster supplies,…read moreperiodic table coffee mugs, science kits, crime scene tape, multi-function tools, or other odds 'n ends, I triple-dog-dare you to spend more than 10 minutes there and walk out empty-handed! Pro Tip kid stuff to the right.

Small but mighty is the best way to describe the St. Charles History Museum. My husband and I…read morevisited the museum which had a special exhibit on several buildings in Saint Charles that were celebrating significant milestone birthdays this year. They also feature permanent exhibits on the beginning of the village and important people and events in village history. There are just as many things to see outside of the museum as there are inside (like the gas pumps just outside the entrance). There is also a gift shop and a room that can be used for special events. I highly recommend the St. Charles History Museum.

Not a huge museum but this spot does a great job of packing as much as they possibly can both…read moreinside of, and outside of the museum. What it lacks in size, it makes up for in extremely high quality displays with very attractive panels that provide detailed stories and videos to supplement some of the items. This museum also uses the wall space very efficiently, packing plenty of artifacts and information without much space between each item. Though most of the information is in one room, it takes quite a while to read through everything which provides a great sense of important people and buildings throughout St. Charles' history.

This shop is the best kept secret in the Fox River Valley. I often meet my friends for lunch…read morearound the corner from this shop at Thai Village and a MUST after we finish our savory is to make a stop at this darling boutique. Wow...the aesthetics in this shop are incredible...a stucco wall, a brick wall and a perfect complement of ambiance illumination and stunning displays coax even the most reserved shopper in for a delightful dalliance with bling and fun...for a song...seriously great pricing! The buyer for this shop knows her stuff and the display genius is equally brilliant but even with the affordable and glorious offerings, if the staff weren't great, I'd have no interest. The staff here are some kind of wonderful. They are so helpful and so down to earth. I can honestly say that I've never encountered a fashion assistant/accessory expert who was less than stellar in this shop. This is my favorite accessory boutique and NO, I have no personal or vested interest in this shop. I just love grand and this shop is grand....a wonderful small business offering wonder!

UNFORTUNATELY THIS STORE IS NOW CLOSED (Sigh)!…read more Cute little shop for accessories, especially if you like a bit of glitz. I thought the prices were very reasonable - I bought a cute purse for $27, an unusual scarf for $14, and a very unique bracelet for $11. I think my best friend will love this place - so I got her a gift certificate.

If you're claustrophobic, this isn't the place for you. If you're not. Come on in! This place gets…read moremore visitors than a public library does! This place has tons of books to browse around and shop for! Plenty of great finds and activity bustling inside this little place. Owner was really nice and friendly. Overall! Great hidden nook!

Excellent little book shop, great selection of books, nice owner…read more Definitely need to check it out!

This store has everything from home decor to jewelry to clothes. Great quality stuff. The employees…read moreand management go out of their way to serve their customers. It's Swedish Days now in Geneva and the sales are great. I purchased a bag for only $10. It was flawed but I didn't notice till I got home. I called them and not only did they exchange it for me but they got the replacement from another store the same day! And texted me to tell me. THAT is incredible customer service.

First time stopping in this store, so glad I did!…read more I was asked if I needed any help and was provided suggestions when asked. I had a nice time talking to one of the store employees. The store has mainly women's clothing, I would say the style age range is women between 20-40 years old. There is also a good amount of home decor. I bought a sweater and fabric pumpkins!