A historic shopping plaza located in Avon. I stumbled upon it by going to the River Park which is…read moreconnected to the parking lot. The parking lot was spacious. The shops are in various types of buildings; historic houses and more conventional buildings. Getting in and out of the lot was easy because of the traffic lights; this is crucial especially on the busy route 44. As of May 2024, they have the following shops under each category (from their website): SHOPPING: Details: gifts and home decor Sassy's: jewelry, clothing, handbags Tree House Gallery and Tea Room: antiques, collectables, soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts True Hart Boutique: clothing and accessories Wild Iris Home: home decor FOOD: Chez Michel French Market: French inspired bakery Strip Steakhouse: you guessed it, steak restaurant LIFESTYLE: 30 Minute Hit: boxing/kickboxing gym Avon Eye Design: optometry services Avon Nutrition: protein shakes and tea Clifton Barn: 1830 barn/venue used for events Railway Barbershop: you guessed it, a barbershop Salon Jia Li and Spa: hair and nails The Gym of Avon: personal training gym I did see other shops there that weren't listed on their website; I'm sure new places pops up and others move. Overall, a large shopping village/plaza with pretty much all your lifestyle needs.

In the heart of Avon, where routes 10 and 44 meet, you'll find this very popular 60,000-square-foot…read moreretail and office complex. It has a ton of food choices - Pick and Mix, Da Capo, Subway, Hot Heaven Pizza, Brueggers Bagels, the Grist Mill, Yogurt Fantazy, and even a liquor store (Welcome Wine and Liquors). Something for every budget and craving.. Throw in the clothing shops and hair places, some professional offices, a UPS Store, a bank, places for kiddie parties, and a terrific auto repair place (Village Garage) and you have a real multi-purpose lifestyle destination. We live nearby and are regular customers at Pick & Mix and Village Garage. It has easy access from 44/10 with several traffic light controlled entry /exit points. It's big and roomy with lots of parking spots. We love it...

Good Cause Gifts, is a beautiful gift shop in West Hartford Center. They are non profit and support…read morethe disabled citizens within the community. There are so many beautiful and unique items in this store. They sell home decor items, dog items, toys and clothing for babies, women's clothing and jewelry, and seasonal items. There's a nice selection of West Hartford themed items, if you're visiting here, or if you'd like to get someone a gift from West Hartford, this is the place. I personally loved the variety of candles and each one is labeled with a specific West Hartford location. They way the store is decorated is so attention detailed and lovely. The employees are pleasant, always ready to answer questions and chat. They also offer gift wrapping on anything you purchase. I love stopping by this store. While the items are a bit more costly, they are supporting a wonderful cause, and they are not easy to come across in other places. I'd say treat your self or someone you know to a little gift from Good Cause Gifts, you'll be doing a good cause.

This is absolutely the cutest locally owned business I have seen in a while. The staff is so…read morefriendly and helpful! As soon as I entered they told me all about the business. They help adults with all kinds of disabilities and they are not for profit. There's an assortment of clothes baby items HomeGoods and so many very cute things. This is going to be my newest go to gift shop. While there I bought the cutest little jacket I can't wait for fall to wear it!

I love this store! Nancy, the owner, is lovely, and the products are unique and pretty. Yeah…read morethey're a little pricey, but it's worth it and you get what you pay for. They sell all sorts of jewelry and other knick-knacks that make great gifts. Great to explore and indulge in a beautiful piece!

Very cute store with quality pieces. A little pricey for me personally but if you have the budget…read morefor it, these pieces are worth it. I happened upon this place via a sign they had on the sidewalk of Main Street down which lead me down an alley and to my left there it was.

Fantastic experience! The staff worked within my budget and had the very best fabric selection of…read moreanywhere in the area! The previous reviews are wrong! Kindness, excellent service, and a room my family lives in!

Don't waste your time!! They will not work with your current furniture and will insult you current…read morestyle. I was told that the minimum per room for service is $20k. Go somewhere else!!

Lovely little eclectic shop. Gorgeous treasures abound. Definitely worth the trip. The staff were…read morevery helpful.

If you're a thrifter or looking for very curated interesting pieces, I would recommend skipping…read morethis place. The back clothing section is overpriced and not very well curated... quality is not cohesive throughout, with some very cheap feeling items being priced high just like more expensive feeling items. I've stopped in relatively often over the years as I am in the area but have never once found anything to purchase.

I am over the moon thrilled with my caged pearl earrings (14K gold)! They are beautiful, classic…read moreand comfortable. They replace an identical pair I bought maybe 10 years ago and lost on a recent trip out of the country. I swear you can feel the love and care with which these earrings were made! Price was extremely fair and shipping was relatively quick. I only wish the world were still filled with more small businesses like this. Thank you!

I went to university in CT and all of my friends had The Little Silver Shop's button bracelets. My…read morebest friend gave me one on graduation day, and every time I wear it, it reminds me of what I love about Connecticut: its elegant simplicity. They are adorable, reasonably priced and go with anything.

Right next to The Hartford Baking Company, I came across the CUTEST store. Vivid Hue Home is likely…read morethe most appropriately named little boutique. What caught my eye first was the beautiful assortment of colorful summer dresses. These dresses as well as the layout and the design of the store are very reminiscent of Lilly Pulitzer. In addition to the dresses, they have some home decor items, accessories, and some beautiful wine glasses. Everything is super colorful. There's also a section of men's items and items for baby. I'm so glad I discovered this super cute and super colorful boutique. I will be back.

Your attitude, your prices, your inventory could all need improvement. This is a high priced…read morebusiness that does not merit customers, unless you are into that type of thing.

I adore Ten Thousand Villages. Every time I go, I end up buying a few items to gift people. They…read morecarry Judaica (menorahs, mezuzahs, etc),, cards, candles, jewelry, photo frames, desk organizers, baskets (oh, the baskets!), bowls, rugs, coasters, wall art, mirrors, and more. The coffee samples are a nice touch. If you give your phone number, you'll get texts with discounts of 25-30% (I mute them and when I go to the store, I open the text thread). It's ideal for quirky, cute finds!

Such a cute, unique little shop in WeHa. My friend and I stopped in to have a look around and I…read morefound the cutest Christmas ornaments on clearance. I've also been thinking about the custom jewelry that's sold here that is made out of shrapnel and a copper bicycle shaped pizza cutter. Very unique gifts for people from all over the world, definitely worth a look see!

Need a gift for any occasion? Well check out this very cool store in the back left corner of the…read moreShoppes at Farmington Valley. Anything you can possibly need for your gift or visit is here. Greeting cards, toys, clothing, knick knacks and all sorts of stuff, jewelry, home décor, candy, plus ribbons and bows and wrapping paper. The store is big and bright and gorgeous.

This is an amazing pseudo-Hallmark! It has everything a Hallmark needs - cards, jewelry, bags, and…read morethe holiday decorations you never knew you needed. Considered Hallmarks in this area are dropping like flies, this is a pleasant find for someone who still sends out cards for every major holiday. As already posted, they do have a gift for every occasion, and surely a gift for anyone you may need to shop for. You are able to use your Hallmark card and coupons on Hallmark merchandise.

Brought three watches here recently for repair and/ or battery replacement…read more The first was a Bulova that needed a new battery, the second hand fixed and links removed from the band. The second was an Invicta with which needed the battery replaced and links removed. The third was a non-descript watch that needed a battery. The batteries and links were done on the spot. Battery replacement was $10 for each. Links removed was $6 for each. Repairs for the Bulova was done within 24hrs and cost $40. Overall I was impressed with the customer service, watch industry knowledge and the price of work performed. If you have a watch that needs work or the battery replaced stop at Kim's Gift Shop in Copaco plaza in Bloomfield.

"It doesn't matter much to me As long as you're safe,…read moreKimberly And I can gaze deep Into your starry eyes" (Patti Smith) Kim's Gift Shop may have the most unlikely combination of goods and services I've seen in a long, long time. I mean, what else can you say about a place that repairs jewelry, sells gold, diamonds, silver, chains, nameplates, and wigs.... Lots of wigs. Silver wigs, brown wigs, black wigs, red wigs, orange wigs, blonde wigs, blue wigs, and more. Some were curly some were long and straight. Oh...and they sell plenty of extensions too, Surprisingly, I did NOT visit Kim's to buy a wig. Instead, I was there to get my watch repaired. I needed 1) a battery and 2) to get some links removed from a watchband, because the watch I bought on-line during the pandemic was much too large for me. It's been sitting on my desk for years, never changing the length of the band, but only having the battery run down. With a few weddings coming up this summer I wanted a fancier watch to wear than the cheapie I've worn for a while. So that explains my visit to Kim's. The young lady I interacted with was a joy to talk to, she told me the jeweler was out for a few hours, but if I left the watch, he's get back to me with a quote. In a few hours, he did exactly that and I was happy with his reasonable $40 price. I returned the next day, met the jeweler, he measured my wrist and removed a few of the links like a surgeon. He had already replaced the battery, and I left the store a few minutes later with a much snazzier watch will most definitely be "wedding appropriate". So if you ever need a watch repaired, a gaudy nameplate to hang around your neck, or a powder blue wig..... check out Kim's. PRO TIP Kim's is located in the Bloomfield Mini Mall (Isaacs Bagels and Convenience store) at the far end of the plaza near the Naatiya Indian restaurant