Pocketful of Posies is one of my favorite local shops. They always have amazing gift ideas for baby…read moreshowers, bridal showers, closing gifts, birthdays, and just because. The service is always wonderful, so friendly and helpful, and they make shopping easy. I love that they have such a great mix of home decor, jewelry, clothing, and unique finds. Their gift wrapping is beautiful too, which makes every present feel extra special.

Looking for a gift for a friend or simply want to treat yourself with something nice? At a…read morePocketful of Posies you will get lost in all the great finds this small and might boutique has to offer. The shop is carefully curated and laid out. Upon walking in, the shop felt small, but all the little nooks and corners made it feel large. Something new to see at every turn. They sell some of the softest t-shirts, delightful scented organic soap bars, cutest stuffed toys and fun quirky gifts. My favorite part was the wall of teas and honey. I will definitely return if I have to find a thoughtful and special gift for a birthday, Christmas or baby shower. I liked how each shelf was a vibe. There was a section with "plant lady" gifts for the friend or loved one that is talented in the garden. They had a rather large area filled will baby clothes, toys, and the recently popular Jellycat plushies (they were SUPER soft). I personally love going to a boutique like this to find a gift rather than ordering online. A Pocket Full of Posies is hidden as I discovered it while on my way to Perk On Main. It's located INSIDE the Main Street Market building. There is, conveniently, a large parking lot with access from the backside of the building. There is also street parking in the front as well, look for the big sign "Main Street Market," sandwiched between Perk On Main and Pokemoto. Parking is $1/hour or free on Sundays.

A lot must have changed since these reviews were written. To have a store that supposedly supports…read morea good cause, the owners/management should really be giving that same energy. Extremely rude to potential customers. They don't care about the town of Berlin, just your money and to make sure you don't park in their spots too long. Will never shop here ever.

Great gift shop with big selection of decorations, candles, kitchen stuff, clothing and more…read more Friendly staff. Supports people who are developmentally disabled. You need to check it out.

They erase bad reviews, worst business ever... not a single helpful or even an approachable…read moreemployee on site

This is a great shop if you are sourcing things to practice your craft. Really good selection of…read morebooks, lots of raw ingredients for creating recipes. They will order books for you and will also suggest companion books for your next read. I always find something on my wishlist when I go there, and the staff are so nice to deal with.

I'm Back again! Always new products in! Nice to check in to…read moresee what's new! But the reason I came was to get my favorite ACV!! The best!!!!

Wondered in while exploring Middletown after a family lunch and it was the highlight of our…read moreafternoon. The Man Cave and She Shed Too is a cool shop with witty, hilarious, and fun items. There is something for everyone in every corner for plant lovers, drink enthusiasts, motorheads, and any other niche you can think of. There were hats, bags, jewelry, chocolates, snacks, soaps, candles, and items with jokey says. Most items appeared high quality and reasonably priced. We purchased a few items and completing some holiday shopping off of our lists. We were surprised to find thoughtful gifts for family and coworkers, especially if they have a sense of humor. If you happen to be on Main Street in Middletown, you have to check out The Man Cave and the She Shed Too! It's near the Perk On Main.

A great addition to Middletown. I would love to see more Middletown based vendors. We have so many…read moretalented people in town. There is a good variety of handmade items. From 3-D printer to crochet/knitting and sweets to eat. You'll be able to find something for someone, or even for yourself. Pricing varies by vendor, but all seem decent. The people working are very helpful and friendly.

From the owner: What makes our store special? We bring together over 80 local farms, food producers, artisans, and…read morecrafters — each contributing their handmade products to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.

High quality chocolatier, doing his own thing…read more Came here initially on a whim, seeing the owner walking outside with the big white hat and chef whites. We were greeted with a mostly empty display with lots of stuff everywhere. We did manage to get a small group of treats at a fairly high price point, but the attention to detail and quality of the chocolates produced were at levels typically not seen in Connecticut or even around the US. Ever since that first meeting, we try to make the trek here to get a few delectable treats to savor once in a while. The owner is very relaxed and uses his place as a ramshackle display of personality and skill. It's not prim and polished, but there's a few pieces usually on display, a subtle sweet smell in the air, and many interesting flavors and fillings of truffles dotting the display cases. Like a master tailor, this place is known by those who know. They look past the grit and enjoy the true gem. It's really good chocolate, pricy but worth it, and worth a trek.

I absolutely love this little intimate shop with all the different explosive flavors. The…read morechocolatier surely perfected his craft in making delectable and artsy pieces. We time we opted in for the 12 piece pack, instead of the 6 to try a variety of different flavors. My favorite is the Knights of Tasmania, which is milk chocolate with hints of heat/pepper. My other favorite is First and Last. It is a tomato, flavored chocolate, but don't let the combination fool you. It is a very smooth and creamy chocolate. There is no way to describe it except you must try it. It is VERY good! The prices are a little expensive, but what do you expect for good chocolatier craftsmanship and good chocolates? This is not your average go to the corner store and purchase a box of chocolate. The time taken and the effort put into these chocolates is worth the money! The flavors are simply mind blowing, and nothing that you would normally put together and some of the more unique flavors

Im very surprised that no one has left any reviews for this great place!…read more I have ordered my wedding thank you cards and sympathy cards for my father's funeral. I showed them the designs I wanted, and they customized to exactly how I wanted! Note that I'm picky on what I want, they accommodate my wants with perfection. They will listen to you, and do exactly as you want. If what you want is almost impossible, they will do their best to make it possible. Great price for awesome personalized stationary. Highly recommend!

Ironically I was turned away when I stopped in to select invitations for my sons bar mitzvah on the…read moreday that they were being featured on TV. They weren't interested in my business so I'll go elsewhere. I don't need to spend hundreds of dollars with rude people. No sweat.

"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.

If you're a bargain hunter, this is a great place to check out! What surprised me was their book…read moresection. We were on a time crunch, so I will definitely be back to check it out, thoroughly. They had a great selection, and I was impressed with the children's section. We also found a great selection of old school candies, and brands I haven't heard of since the 70s, lol!