I'm sad about how this store is now compared to even a few years ago. This store used to be focused…read moreon learning and items for teachers. There is maybe one row of actual teaching supplies and the rest of the store is now not even books, but cheap toys like slime and other miscellaneous items like that. They also remodeled sometime in the last 6 years or so because it's now dark and gray with just fluorescent lights. The shelves are pretty empty. Overall, I'm sad that this store has had to pivot so hard from what they were to stay open.

I was super impressed with the Learning Post. They have things for every interest and hobby--art,…read morescience, math, make believe, crafts, reading, you name it! My kids could spend hours in this place. This is the perfect spot to find a unique gift for someone, or to find an obscure toy that the big box stores don't carry. Staff is super friendly and helpful, and they remained patient even when the place was packed with busy people. I scored a Mad Libs book that I've never seen anywhere else. Love it!

staff is nice there is a great selection of just about everything i love going to jays it is very…read morefun and its not to expensive and they will give you a great price when selling things there.

Jay's CD & Hobby stores are probably my favorite establishments in all of Des Moines. I'm a huge…read moreretro junkie so scouring through old video games, music, trading cards, etc., is one of my favorite pastimes. This location in particular, is probably my most visited one, but also my least liked of the three. Even so, it's still a great store. When it comes to retro and vintage items, you can always find exactly what you're looking for on sites like eBay. The fun part of Jay's, is not knowing what you want and just browsing. More times than not, I don't buy anything from this location. The selection of items is usually better at the other locations. That's the only reason it's not a 5-star rating for me. Value wise, I think their prices rival eBay, and you can buy it on the spot instead of waiting for shipping. Staff always seems friendly and helpful also.

With other big name toy stores closing, it's great to have a place like Go!. They have a great…read moreselection of games and puzzles! We found items for both the kid and kids at heart. The layout is quite open and makes for finding what you need quickly. A lot of the t-shirts were fun and they had more accessories to match them. As far as other toys, we found many items of interest from superhero toys to Nerf fun. We even found some great items for the office such as Rubik's Cubes. We get lots of requests to return and it will be our "Go! to" toy store.

This is a seasonal store that runs through the holidays and then closes temporarily during the…read moresummer months. There is an awesome selection of games and toys! Right now the store is 50% off so we got some amazing classics for great prices! The cashier was really laid back but wasn't the friendliest. Maybe because the store closing or a bad day but everyone has their off days! We got some great deals and can't wait until they reopen next holiday season. (Usually about September/October through about February)

Honestly, really good collection. There are a lot of magic cards there. Service was nice. A very…read moreincredible amount of funko pops I will say. Even though it is a sick funko pop, I paid 18$ for a anbu itachi.

Awesome place nice people 1$ comic books are amazing you should come until you are brokeread more

Handmade, handcrafted, amazing items…read more I was introduced too this lovely store through a yelp party. This is a new location for this store. The owner has expanded and this location holds all types of wonderful items from artists from across the country. The selection is not overwhelming but gives you plenty to look through. I will probably be back for Lego earrings or hope someone I know sees this and knows that I like them. Wink wink. I really love the IOWA love this owner has as do the many artists displayed there. I really fell for the prints that were being displayed and some of the IOWA jewelry up to purchase. Lots of unique gifts for someone who has everything. Right in the new building by RayGuns new location, this store is a beautiful addition to our Des Moines east side.

This place has a nice charm! Accessories were nicely arranged. I like the way they had arranged…read moredifferent kinds of stuff on the tables on the walls and so on. The owners were super friendly. I talked with them about their passion & how did they came up with such different business idea. Everything in the store was unique & would depict hardwrork. The selection of goods would make you happy. Overall nice cozy place. you fill find something for yourself or your loved one of any age.

I love this place. What a fun spot to stumble upon. All of the items were so fun and I ended up…read moreleaving with some super awesome shirts, stickers, and a cute coat :) Service was good and value was awesome. Definitely would recommend stopping by!

RAYGUN is at the corner of sunshine and rainbows and I'm here for that! So many cool shirts and…read moregifts. I loved the cat shirts especially! Wish I could have spent all day there. Loved the rainbows on the street headed in. Also when I hear raygun I think of the Olympics breakdancing.

Happy place for the gamer. Selection through the roof for the big kids…read more Retro or current. Table or video. The games are there and the pop culture fun selection is a lot. There is a bit of everything here. The prices are wide range depending on what you are looking for. I know this is not the only location around, but this is the Ankeny location. There is a ton in here. I haven't looked at everything in this store but some things are comic books, board games, action figures, vinyl, toys, game system accessories. I was there to see if they wanted purchase something from me. They have a space in the back where they will take and see if they will buy off you. They offer cash and store credit. They entire store has a great vibe. Even though I didn't purchase something this time I left with a smile on my face and knowledge that I would be back.

I freakin love this shop. It has everything a dreamer may want or need from figurines to video…read moregames to squishmallows and LEGO. There's an abundance of seating in the back for gamers to get together and there's even a separate LEGO room. They also have movies, comic books, funko pops, and so much more! It's honestly nerd heaven and I'm a big fan. The employees are kind and helpful, the store is laid out nicely, and it's overall a great place to experience and explore.

We came to town and on a whim decided to bring a box of stuff we were going to put on our garage…read moresale. I was pleasantly surprised I made more on the stuff they took then I would have at a garage sale. They had nice stuff and I like that you can buy seasons of clothing at any given time

Have shopped and sold here a handful of times now. Overall I recommend it if you don't have crazy…read moreexpectations. As far as shopping there, they never seem to have much selection in the size/s I'm shopping for, so I dont buy a lot at once, but I typically pick up a few things each trip. I find the selling side to be kind of hit and miss. Sometimes I'm pleasantly surprised with the payout, other times (more recently) kind of underwhelmed. Also I really wish their turn around time was a little quicker, it typically seems to take around 6 hours +\- for them to get thru your stuff; so I always have to return the next day, which isn't the most convenient.

Incredible selection, funky finds for sure! The service and authenticity of their products was…read morebeyond expectations. Thrilled with what I got and always happy to go back and find more.

Everyone working here was in a bad mood…read more Also, thanks for grabbing my items and placing them behind the counter! I appreciate that you think I look like a thief.

if i could do a half star i would this place sucks the dont give the right amount i have old card…read moreand new cards 300 dollars worth and the only said the max is 40 dollars what a scam do not go there

Very wide selection of new and used merchandise. Definitely worth a walk through if you are a gamer…read moreor collector.