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3 Ways to Love Your Local This Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, show some love where it matters most—right in your own community! Small businesses are the heart of Essex, CT, and this weekend, we’re celebrating with our Love Your Local event. Whether you’re shopping, dining, or simply spreading kindness, every action helps support the local businesses that make our town special.

Join us this Saturday in Essex, CT, for a day filled with shopping, giveaways, and community fun! Plus, enter for a chance to win a $100 Grace & Haven gift card by sharing what you love about your local businesses.

Read more about how you can Love Your Local this Valentine’s Day! 

At Grace & Haven, we’re deeply committed to building and supporting our local and extended communities. Through empowering women in business, hosting networking events for Momtrepreneurs and Women in Business, and supporting local charities with Shop for a Cause initiatives, we strive to make a positive impact. From collaborations that inspire to donations benefiting organizations like St. David's Center for Child & Family Development and the Community Music School, we’re proud to give back. In 2025, we’re excited to create even more opportunities to engage and connect. Learn how you can get involved today and help us build a network of women supporting each other and giving back to our communities!

Discover Heirloom Wooden Toys for Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Play

Looking for toys that are as durable as they are delightful? Our heirloom wooden toys are the perfect solution. Crafted from sustainable materials, these eco-friendly toys are designed to inspire creativity, encourage imaginative play, and last for generations. From the charming wooden garden playset to our adorable sliceable fruit sets, each toy is built to withstand years of play while fostering learning and development. Whether you’re shopping for mindful moms or searching for wooden toys for kids in Essex, CT, our collection of sustainable toys will provide your child with endless opportunities for fun and growth. Read our latest blog to learn why these timeless toys make the perfect gift for any child.