My son and I stopped in to hand in his form for the Phoenix Summer Camp challenge, I appreciate…read morethat they're supporting kids reading over the summer. He was thrilled to use his gift card to buy the game Trouble, and we had fun picking out books as gifts for my niece as well. One stop for everyone!

I love Phoenix books--independent/locally owned. It is a great alternative to Barne's and Noble…read more I am continually please by the selection which is quite impressive for a smaller (smaller than the massive box bookstores). I think they do a great job with buying. On the few occasions I've had a specific (and obscure) book on my list that I haven't found, they've offered to order it for me. They've got a great little cafe as well. And the staff is really helpful and sweet. It is my go to place for gift certificates for teachers or folks that I need to get a gift for that I don't know well. This place is a gem! Definitely check it out.

I absolutely love moonshadows. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and what they don't know…read morethey will look up in their books for you. The ambiance is perfect for their store and I've never met someone who was displeased who has shopped there! I definitely recommend this store

Finding all the local crystal shops Vermont does so well. This place has got all your meditation,…read morealternative healing, new age goodness covered. Vermont winters can be grey, dark and cold at times but it's super cozy shops like this that will sparkle your life right back up. Walking in you get hit with a wave of fragrant incense, and welcomed by Buddha statues and large amethyst crystals. Wind Chimes and light catchers crystals are hanging from the ceiling. You'll find everything from incense (sticks, palo santo, incense cones, resins, sage, sweetgrass), to healing crystals (on strings, tumbled stones, geodes, pyramids), to books and CDs. They also have singing bowls, candles, jewelry, and some beads for those crafty and looking to make their own jewelry or other project. In the back section of the store where the books and CDs are is where they have private card readings. (One day I'll get to a one!) I ended up getting a strand of labradorite beads right before they closed, so I'm looking forward to the next visit when I have more time!

A heartfelt "shout out" to this wonderful store! Not only do they carry fun items that are not…read moreseen elsewhere, their customer service is AWESOME. On more than one occasion, I asked to be informed when a popular gift item was restocked. Notified ASAP and put aside for later pick-up. Customer care doesn't get better than this. If you are in the Waterbury/Stowe area and don't visit this sweet store, you are missing out! Joanne Crowley

I love this fun, quirky, friendly store. If you're seeking a unique gift and/or a non-Hallmark-y…read moregreeting card, look no further. They also have candles, lotions, fashion, jewelry, baby items (perfect shower gifts!), home decor, awesome christmas ornament selection ... the list goes on and on! I never walk out empty handed. Only thing is, I always go in to shop for someone else and ALWAYS always leave with more goodies for myself! ;) The couple who run the shop also own the women's clothing boutique next door called Ruelle. Definitely worth checking out as well. They bought Stowe Street Emporium from a sweet older couple several years back, and have done an amazing job maintaining its original homey charm, while reinventing it w/their unique brand of coolness, style and fun. Check it out! (Note- I found the photos from their website and posted here).

Went to the store to play Commander on monday night. The atmosphere was great. Both the staff and…read morethe players were really friendly and it made for an overall great experience. The store itself was really diverse in terms of board games, art supplies, TCG games, and even a nice Fro-Yo stand in the back. Overall had a great time and 10/10 would come here again.

I love independent comic and game stores like this one and it's a really clever concept to have…read morepart of the store sell frozen yogurt. We went in on a Friday and no one was around. The man at the front didn't say hello or even acknowledge us which was a bit off putting. We love buying and play all sorts of games and may have had some questions for him. A local came in shortly after us and was having a great conversation with the suddenly alive cashier so I assume he just didn't feel like trying to drum up business with non-locals which is a pity. The selection is okay. Nothing too great and honestly, not a lot of variety. If that's your local store then I'm sure it's great and you can get things ordered but for people out of town, it's not really worth stopping in.

This is a darling little shop and the owner is quite wonderful. Stop in. Check out the Vermont…read moreauthor's section! Buy a book from a local author!

A lovely neighborhood shop with carefully selected books and gifts. Very friendly mother-daughter…read moreteam with a weath of knowledge about children's books.

Super customer service. I've never sold or consigned only bought things. Great prices! We found an…read moreawesome Halloween costume for my 3 year old. Lots of clothes for women, children and men! Also household things like curtains, vintage corningware, bedding, books, dvds...they have it all! The selection isn't as vast as Scampers but everything is in great condition and it just has a nicer vibe.

This is a great bookstore. Always find something not available anywhere else. Very pleasant place…read moreto shop.

Heard some intolerant language from the owner during Pride. She said drag queens shouldn't read to…read morechildren and insinuated it was sex-related. That kind of misinformation is dangerous and awful! She was even instructing the young women who work there to draw people away from the drag story hour that day. She has lost my business and the business of all my friends.

The owner is so nice and helped me pick out a gorgeous dress for homecoming they have a great…read moreselection for all occasions

This is hands down my absolute favorite clothing store on the planet. There are always tons of…read morechoices and the pieces that are used are in amazing condition and very fashionable. The prices are very fair and there are often sales. Sue is wonderful also, helpful and encouraging and personable. Don't miss this little jewel in downtown St Albans!