A local treasure. Unique assortment of gifts, jewelry, and crafts from local artists and around the…read moreworld. The staff is very friendly. They offer gift wrapping complimentary on full price items. Really the perfect spot to buy a special gift.

We loved this eclectic little shop. Quite a varied selection of clothing, toys, gifts, kitchen…read moreitems and decor. We bought a few unique holiday items and would definitely return.

So I found this little gem by happen stance when I was looking for good coffee while in the area…read more It is right next to a very popular coffee/smoothie bar and I HIGHLY recommend you stop on in after you grab a smoothie or coffee. Locally made crafts/gifts/cards and the store is filled to the brim with lovely things! Good to note: If you put 50 Pleasant street Norwich in your GPS it will take you to the back of the building which is the wrong side. Go past pleasant st and the parking lot is on your left! Or search for Dexters smoothie and Coffee vault. The location is a little odd but definitely a hidden gem!

Artists pour their heart, soul and energy into each and every item they produce.... each so…read moreunique... with a story to tell. It's hard to walk away from this store coz it's so cute n adorable and evokes an interest just from the outside and makes you curious on what you may find inside... its quite small .. a hodgepodge of wonderful handmade crafts all made locally in CT... makes for a one of a kind gift... I bought some whimsical clips and rings for the kids and they weren't priced too high which makes it all the more wonderful.... hard to list what you can find coz there are just too many knick knacks but to give you an idea handmade greeting cards, seasonal items... earrings, lip balm holders, hand carved stone animals...you can spend a good lot of time if you enjoy things like this. Also, when you purchase goods from local artisans, you're supporting their business, which helps strengthen the local economy.

Great place! Does Frank ANATI still own? I went to high school with him. 1969…read more Jeff Hill.

As a bumper sticker connoisseur, I always check out the bench shop before anywhere else. They…read morealways have positive, funny, or pretty bumper stickers for a reasonable price. This little shop makes Main Street look a little brighter, and I remember getting $1 sun glasses from their little stand at third Thursday years ago that I still wear- meaning that they are active in the community. They also have beautiful jewelry and a chill atmosphere. Definitely recommend heading down the the Bench Shop, even just for a look around.

Charming consignment and gift store with great prices! We picked up a nice hand-made ceramic berry…read morebowl for $10 and a couple of cute and collectible salt & pepper shakers for $5 or less. We didn't get a chance to try the boutique chocolates and other local food items but certainly will next time we visit. Very clean and well-cared for items to peruse.

Reopened October 2024 in same location after building renovation…read more Same setup, with lots of local artists and crafters work available for purchase.

The day after Thanksgiving. .we were here at 730am 1st in line…read more. fantastic trees as usual. ..we tried a Cana fir tree this year....even better than the Fraser fir we usually get. .it was up and decorated by 1pm on black Friday. .yup someone in our house loves trees...we took it down Jan 7th, and it never dropped many needles. ....

Thoroughly enjoy visiting the Geer Family Gift Shop. So many unique gifts. The staff are always…read morepersonable & helpful. The store smells fresh, looks clean, & has a cozy/comfortable atmosphere.

This is a great little mall right on Main Street! There is easy parking in the lot in back. There…read moreare some great little shops in here, most noticeably A Pocketful of Posies gift shop and its neighboring La Cucina kitchen store with the most amazing items for your home and kitchen! These two little shops, side by side, are the best part of this adorable mall and are well worth stopping in for a visit! There is also a hair salon, dance store, frozen yogurt place, and more! It's a great addition to the cool new vibes of Downtown Middletown.

Such a great indoor mall in town! I was in town for the week and ate here every day at different…read moreplaces and also bought souvenirs at the cute shops. Perk and Celtic Cavern were really good. The building is managed by a really nice guy (Joey) who helped my coworkers out a lot this week, too. Definitely check it out!!!

This Place is so cute. We were in Providence, Rhode Island and were looking for a souvenir shop…read moreand this place popped up. Richard the owner is such a kindhearted man. We purchased a few items, as we were paying, we started talking about the shop and where he was from. We had such a nice conversation. Thank you Richard you truly made our day!!

Had just what I was looking for. This shop has a little bit of everything. Glad I found it.read more

What a wonderful little store. This shop sells an abundance of Scandinavian goodies: toys, books,…read morefood, attire, gifts, and more. I can't remember seeing another such well-stocked store with these type of themed goods. The owner is very kind, and she remembers seeing my husband each year when he visits for Christmas baked goods. There is really something for everyone here. There are representations of all Scandinavian countries and traditions. I personally love getting Swedish ornaments and decorations each year.

This place is ADORABLE. So not only does it feel like you've stepped into a hallmark movie, but the…read moreowner is super friendly, and carrying on her grandmother's name with this space. The shop itself has something for everyone, I personally bought some great environmentally friendly bags for shopping, and a reusable paper towel cloth, along with candies and a funny shirt. They have a wide variety of Scandinavian gifts and foods, and an added bonus: there's a tea cottage on site as well with loose leaf teas and freshly infused drinks to try. It's such a charming family owned business, it's absolutely worth a visit!

We happened upon this delightful independent bookstore after enjoying a late lunch at the…read moreMediterranean restaurant next door. It's brightly lit and beautifully arranged by theme, with lots of staff pick summaries/comments posted all around. Friendly staff and welcoming vibe. Great book selection of books!

This is such a cute and cozy bookstore! The River Bend Bookshop is set inside a refurbished old…read morehouse in downtown Gastonbury. It's an adorable New England town that looks like it was plucked straight from a movie. When you go inside, the store is so cozy. It's packed full of books and bookish merch, but so well set, there is plenty of room to explore. There are books in every nook and cranny, sorted by genre, with bookseller recommendations and plenty of signed copies. The booksellers are very knowledgeable and helpful too. If you are looking for a gift for an avid reader, they will definitely be able to help you find the perfect present. This is going to be a permanent stop for me every time I head through Connecticut.