Oh, to be young again! Jesse's toys in Orange, Connecticut can make anyone feel like a child again…read more There is a phenomenal selection of toys for children of all ages and interests. The staff is friendly, helpful, and welcoming. As an adult, I could spend hours checking out all the new arrivals. It was challenging to pick the right items for the different ages on my list. Hopefully the items chosen will be appreciated and enjoyed for many hours. There is also plenty of accessible parking right in front of the shop.

Wonderful selection of toys and games. Customer service was top knotch and I will absolutely be…read moregoing back. Reasonable prices (competitive to Amazon/target pricing) plus free gift wrapping! If you like me are boycotting Amazon and trying to shop small and at independent stores, go to Jesse's toys!!

I was looking for a silver dollar from the year 1935 for my grandmother. Instead of buying it…read moreonline, I decided to visit a local coin shop because I hadn't been inside an old school coin shop in years. While searching for all local coin shops I could find, I wrote down a list of the ones that looked most promising. Valley Coins of Seymour was on that list.  For whatever reason, I've heard that some coin shops these days no longer keep their stock out in full view of anyone walking in, but rather focus on "What are you looking for? We probably have it in back." I called a couple shops who confirmed they no longer have their stock out on display, and then they said "We have a lot of stock in back. What are you looking for?" Fortunately, Valley Coins of Seymour was not one of those shops. When I called, the owner said they were open and would be there until 5pm. I left immediately and headed up there. Upon first walking to Valley Coins, it hit me that the place was remarkably clean and well put together. Everything was organized and the display cases were stocked. I didn't tell the owner exactly what I was looking for, instead I opted to look around and comb through some of the bins of loose silver dollars he had available. I spent at least 2 hours in the shop, sitting on a barstool, searching through piles of silver dollars. While seated, people kept coming in and out of the shop, and it surprised me how busy the place was. It felt like a cross between an episode of Pawn Stars and an episode of Cheers. As a first-time customer, I was careful not to make any sudden movements with my hands, or shove my hands into my pockets for any reason. I remembered once when I was much younger, walking into another coin shop and seeing a Glock tucked in the waistband of one of the employees. While I didn't expect to be shot at Valley Coins, I realized they didn't know me and I didn't want them to get the wrong idea. I found what I was looking for...a 1935 Peace Dollar for my grandmother. Upon taking the coin home, I noticed someone had scratched the initials "J.A.M." onto the coin, along with the date: 12/22/42. Wow! Had someone scratched that on the coin in 1942? Or was that someone born in 1942 and they scratched the coin on their 50th birthday in 1992? There was no way to tell, the only thing I did know was I had picked the right coin. The one with a story. I talked with the folks at Valley Coins quite a bit and was very impressed with not only their operation, but also their knowledge. Next time I'm on the hunt for a coin for whatever reason, I will certainly return to Valley Coins of Seymour!

I have only had VERY good experiences @where I call #SEYMOUR-VALLEY-COINS. The owner, his staff,…read moreeven Patrons all always are straight forward with me, from educating me, or exchanging with me. They @VALLEYCOIN are consistent, & very knowledgeable. Ed especially so. I've exchanged Silver for USD's & Visa Verse. Also USD's for Numismatics. Or the other way around, I've sold coins for USDs, $$$$ .. I've bought, studied, referred folks, spent time, returned over & over & over for years. I will con't to do so as a buyer & seller with this LOCAL COIN SHOP for years to come, I hope. Numismatics to Bullion. Both Silver & Gold! I also frequent 8 -9, even 10 -12 ?, other CT, MA, & NY State LCSs (Local Coin Stores) as I roam often. When in the Shelton CT area, in Fairfield County or New Haven County, VALLEY COINS is my GO-TO, when in Connecticut and I say ".....Hey I'M GOIN COIN or BULLION exchanging !! ... I've been involved with Coins & Bullion since 1976 & still very active over the last 50 years, as VALLEY COIN is just a 30 minute ride, close to my home, is Seymour thankfully so .... I always know ED will treat me well .. A must stop as a plan, or if just in the area, or if you enjoy old coins, be it Carson City Morgan's or maybe 1785-88 Copper Connecticut Cents, or New MINT Releases, or old Proofs, Foreign Coins, add the Commemoratives, to Bullion or objects pertaining to COINS & BULLION.. My FRIENDS~~ *** ""GO TO~ VALLEY COINS in SEYMOUR !!"" *** Do know, in my opine~~ ALL should have some .999 PHYSICAL GOLD too .999 PHYSICAL SILVER or 90% PHYSICAL SILVER US Coins, be they dimes, quarters, halves & or even Silver Dollars, of pre 1965, for the Silver content ... VALLEY COIN has it ALL & with competitive prices & top knowledge !! See ya soon folks!

Had been searching the world for Pokemon. Lots of options here. If I were crazy enough, I could…read morehave signed up for phone call when new cards were released. FYI, always jump to the one star reviews, meet a person you'd avoid at all costs.

We used to like going there, finding things we couldn't find anywhere else. We liked the place as…read moreour local toy shop! But then they moved to a different location down the road. Someone shopping with me had to use the restroom really bad. He asked an elderly woman behind the counter if he could simply use the staff restroom very shortly, and she rudely denied the request. We ended up having to go all the way down the road for him. Also half of the place doesn't even sell toys! I wouldn't come here too often.

Took my girls to this terrific shop just yesterday, and after a great shopping experience, left…read morewondering why I hadn't found it before. Billed as a "mom and pop" toy shop, it certainly makes one think back to the toy shops of yesteryear for those of us old enough to remember shopping for toys "pre-Internet". A surprisingly strong selection of toys, games and gifts. My daughters are already talking about what they'll pick out "next time".

This is literally the best toy shop I know. The staff is always helpful and cheerful and they are…read morealways well stocked on really well designed toys. Most of the staff at any given time knows all about most of the toys If not all of the toys. Anytime I need to buy a present for someone I can count on the staff to tell me all the good options for all different interests and explain each and every one of them to me. They always have great suggestions, cheerfully take any products back and gift wrap for free. It is a small store but they know their stuff and they do a fantastic job!

I had a caning/furniture refinishing business back in the 70's- 80's. Purchased all my supplies…read morefrom H H Perkins. You had excellent products & very good quality. I have slowed down since then but still do some chair caning. To that end , I purchased 1 bunch of narrow medium cane Sept 2012 order # 358559. Price with shipping was $43.70. The cane was not the usual good quality I was used to from your store. Many strands were unusable & all had the black break mark. I called about it & talked to Ray the owner. That's what I was told. He said he could not discount that order, but would give me a discount on my next order. I just got my next order dated 9/28 Inv 752360, acct # 012696. I explained to the salesperson what Ray had told me about a discount. The cost was not discounted & actually went up $47.90. (same cane) I know times are not the same now as back in the 80's, but I do expect to be able to take HH Perkins at their word. Your help in this matter is greatly appreciated. R Hull

What a great place! I agree with some of the other posts. This place is a dream shop for weavers…read moreand people who love arts and crafts. Ordering is so easy. You can use the website, go to the shop in person, or call and place your order with the super friendly staff. I've even attended the classes they hold to learn new craft skills. Anything seat related or basket related HH Perkins has it! Even through the pandemic my orders from HH Perkins arrive on time so I can keep my customers happy as well. Caryl is the owner and she is one of the nicest most friendly people you will ever talk to. I love HH Perkins. This place is a hidden gem. If you want to start crafting HH Perkins is the spot! I recommend it to everyone! Couldn't be happier from my experience at H.H Perkins. You won't be disappointed. I go to them for all of my cane, fibre rush, Danish chord, cane webbing, and Nantucket Basket materials.

First rate comic book store. They carry just about everything in current books and a good selection…read moreof back issues. Plus graphic novels, action figures and a lot of stuff for kids

Nice selection of books here. Came her a few times a couple years back when I was looking for…read moreissues to fill runs. They were super friendly and helpful in person and on the phone. I ended up not needing 2 books I had them dig for for me and they were super polite about putting them back (some comic shops have made rude comments when asking about stuff and choosing not to buy something last minute). I ended up coming back 2 weeks later and bought out the rest of the books that I originally did not want, as well as got some older books as well. Condition here is good. Its super clean and organized too. Wish we had a shop this big near me. Also, comic hunters, they have bins, FOR DAYS!

LOVE this shop! These days when the shopping experience has been reduced to shopping online and…read moremediocre at best, it's refreshing to shop here. A brick and mortar store filled with so many delightful treasures! If you require quality you'll find it there.

P S Fine Stationers is my go to for special gifts and unique items for myself. Sometimes I find…read morethings there that I always wished I'd had but didn't know existed. Sal and his sister run this family owned business and one of the two of them are always inside when it's open. They have helped me with invitations and with choosing gifts within my budget. One example was that I was looking for "Evil Eye" jewelry for a couple of gifts and Sal showed me items ranging from $25 to $950. that were all unique. I'm sorry but there's no place like this. I have a set of heavy leather TV/lap trays that I wanted to give as a gift but couldn't part with. Jeweled photo frames, scarab jewelry, artistic pieces everywhere and just being in the store with room scent sprays and little chocolates makes me smile every time. It's right in the center of Branford across from The Green. Don't miss it!

The Fat Robin is a wonderful store to visit. It contains every imaginable item relating to wild…read morebirds and squirrels. In addition, the owner is a world wildlife photographer and some of his pictures hang in the store which are for sale. The store also has stationery, mugs, candles and other gift ideas.

What an amazing store! I was looking for a new set of binoculars and they were so helpful. They…read morewere able to answer all of my questions and gave me great recommendations. The store is stocked with great items if you are into birds and birding .