I have to say, it was really nice going into a Goodwill and seeing Goodwill prices again. Lately…read morewhen you go, it seems like they sell things priced the same as stores new, so what's the point of even going to Goodwill now in days? I remember the last Goodwill I went to; they priced over the 1.25 dollar tree price as 2.99 I could not help but laugh out loud at the ridiculousness as I put it right back on the shelf. On this occasion we went looking to see if we could find a costume dress but ended up finding a lot of other things priced reasonably. Walked out with a couple of good finds; would definitely come back to this one.

This Goodwill is located across the street from Westfarms Mall. I have been here a substantial…read moreamount of times, I've never found anything noteworthy. I recently dropped off five bags of things. The lady at the donation door was already there when I arrived. The donation process was very quick and easy. This isn't a huge Goodwill, but small to average. Their furniture area is pretty lackluster. I did find some interesting shoes, one of them was entirely handmade. Maybe my donations will help improve their inventory. You never know what might be hidden at Goodwill.

I have brought many donations to Gifts of Love over the past decade. They provide a valuable…read moreservice to those in need.

I understand that this organization has guidelines for donations it can and cannot accept. However,…read morethe general approach of personnel is not one of gratitude, but rather, 'attitude.' I always donate usable and high-quality items that are in very good condition. However, they are frequently not met with genuine appreciation, but rather, with interrogation and rejections. Since this has happened on several occasions, I will donate to other organizations in the future.

Imagine Nation is a learning. Center and children's museum. There are three levels and exhibits for…read morekids from toddlers and up to elementary aged. There is a parking lot and street parking. There were so many interactive and hands on play areas. They even had an animal exhibit. There is a water play, music, engineering, area (and more). My kids enjoyed it and we were there for a couple of hours. If you have kids, I highly recommend.

ImagiNation constantly updates their facilities and we have been going to this place for years…read more They adjust their rooms and facility for changing child interests. They have a lot of Open Ended play and they offer some real cool opportunities to let your child explore their imagination. They have an Art room, a Animal exhibit room, a doctors office area that looks EXACTLY like a doctors office, an kitchen area built to look like a kitchen, a place to put on a play with stage lights and so much more. We loved the new changes so much we got a family season pass. This is not only the perfect place to bring kids on a weekend but a cool place for parties. They are a non-profit Childrens Museum but put ALOT of thought into making it more like an experience than anything else. Bring your kid (s) and you wont regret it. Just be aware though that parking is accessed from the street behind the museum so it might be confusing at first. Enjoy

Amazing staff, good food, great location and atmosphere. Love their mission to help the homeless…read morecommunity too. Wonderful place to go if you need help or services in Hartford. They will take care of you and help you in any way they can!

Today's lunch at Gather 55, the latest Hands on Hartford food experience, offered up a truly…read morewonderful meal. The place was packed but the front of the house rep found us a perfect table against the rear wall with a view of the dining room. The gentleman who fixed/adjusted our table did a super job; hate those wobbly tables I always manage to find. The menus were clear and the ordering was super easy. The end product went way above our expectations. My dining partner ordered the Chicken Salad plate with a pasta side included. The chicken was fresh, tender and delicious [I stole a piece] and the penne pasta was just right while the celery and walnuts added crunch. I had the Salmon Wrap with spinach, avocado and ginger vinaigrette. The wrap was huge and the salmon perfectly cooked while the added ingredients made the dish even better. The crowd was lively and the atmosphere was full of love. We will return! Want to try the breakfast.

This was one of the most professional interactions with a home services company that I have ever…read morehad! It was easy to schedule an appointment via text, followed up with regular updates and clear pricing with estimates. On the day of the appointment, I even got a link with updates on the arrival time! Nick was courteous, methodical, and thorough, going far beyond a simple vacuum of the dryer vent. Quags takes apart pieces of the dryer to make sure that there is no lint collecting in undesired places, does a thorough cleaning of the hose and the vent, and looks for any parts that need to be replaced. Payment via credit card was really easy. All in all, I am thrilled to have Nick, as part of the team that helps take care of my home! I would recommend Quags to anyone.

Nick from Quags dryer vent did an excellent job explained to me the high-quality materials he was…read moreusing in the installation. Did an airflow check to ensure proper airflow through the dryer. Cleaned up the worksite and appeared on time and ready to go overall I would recommend this dryer service without reservation.

A tremendously creative, inspiring & enriching cultural organization that Hartford is lucky to…read morehave. Greater Hartford Arts Council is a treasure when it comes to promoting and supporting the arts and cultural development initiatives within the region. The council supports dance, visual arts, theater, music, public art projects and organizes the city's annual Taste of Hartford (which I'm all about!). They also have a pretty rockin' events calendar and offer a Let's Go Arts card (I think it's $50) for member discounts. Put it this way- their 7 Day Arts & Entertainment Forecast has saved me from a boring existence. Scope out their website & go get cultured!

From the owner: The Greater Hartford Arts Council is helping to improve lives and transform communities through the…read morearts. Through our annual United Arts Campaign, we secure community resources and responsibly reinvest those dollars into a wide array of arts organizations and programs that keep our community strong. We promote the arts as a regional asset and connect citizens to the arts - publishing an events calendar, distributing a weekly e-newsletter, and managing the Let's Go Arts! discount program to help ensure the arts are accessible to all.

"'I'd gladly lose me to find you I'd gladly give up all I…read morehave To find you, I'd suffer anything and be glad I call that a bargain, The best I ever had" (The Who) Favarh was jampacked with bargain hunters examining their inventory today. I saw racks and racks of men's and women's clothing, shoes, accessories, footwear, household goods, dishes, and kitchen equipment in the front of the store. In the back of the store were CD's, record albums, thousands of books, collectibles and pretty much everything. I even saw three Pez dispensers with likenesses of former presidents. Much of the inventory is what I'd call vintage, which is a code word for "old". Those items may not be for everyone, but if you're into old dishes, bric a brac, dolls, China, wall hangings, glassware, jewelry, furniture, and lamps, well Favarh might just be what you're looking for. Today was 50% off day, and I scooped up two ties marked at $2 each for a grand total of $2.13. You might find a thrift store out there with better quality merchandise, but I'm not sure you'll find one with as much stuff as I saw here. And since their proceeds go to charity, it's well worth your time to check out their stock and see what bargains appeal to you.

A very organized thrift shop and for a good cause. The employees were also super friendly. Favarh…read moreis a non profit organization which helps people with disabilities since 1958. The employees there are volunteers. Once I walked in, it looked like a boutique. Clothes, shoes, and cutlery/china were in the front area. Everything was organized by size and color. I immediately found a Vineyard Vines sweater that I loved for $12. They have sales based on color of the day/week; I would ask the employee for that information. In the back section, they had household items, books, and miscellaneous items. You can also sign up for their free rewards card; you gain points from every purchase and that adds up for future discounts. Overall, a great thrift store and I look forward to shopping there.