3 Ways to Love Your Local This Valentineâs Day
This Valentineâs Day, show some love where it matters mostâright in your own community! Small businesses are the heart of Essex, CT, and this weekend, weâre celebrating with our Love Your Local event. Whether youâre 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 Valentineâs Day!Â
At Grace & Haven, weâre 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, weâre proud to give back. In 2025, weâre 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 youâre 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.
Shop with Purpose: Meaningful Gifts That Make a Difference
At Grace & Haven, we believe that shopping with purpose can change the world. When you choose from our gifts that give back collection, youâre not only giving a thoughtful present, but also supporting causes that matter. From artisan-made jewelry to sustainable fashion and education initiatives, every item you purchase helps empower communities, protect the planet, and provide vital resources to those in need. Discover how each purchase can make a real impact with our shop products with purpose collectionâwhere every gift has a story of positive change behind it.
Discover the Charm of Essex, CTâs Groundhog Day Parade
Looking for a fun, family-friendly event this winter? Join us in Essex, CT, for the beloved Groundhog Day Parade on February 2! Watch Essex Ed, the townâs 12-foot papier-mĂąchĂ© groundhog, make his grand procession up Main Street in a top-secret costume, delighting locals and visitors alike. This 46-year-old tradition is a celebration of community, complete with noisemakers, groundhog hats, and hot chocolate from The Griswold Inn.
Before or after the parade, stop by Grace & Haven for a FREE kidsâ craft and explore our selection of locally made goods, heirloom-quality wooden toys, and cozy essentials. Will Essex Ed see his shadow this year? Weâre crossing our fingers for an early Spring!
đ Plan your visit now and experience the magic of Essexâs Groundhog Day Parade!
At Grace & Haven, we are proud to carry Ripley Raderâs iconic pants, known for their flattering fit and timeless design. But itâs not just her fashion we admireâRipleyâs commitment to making a difference, like her recent efforts to support California wildfire victims, inspires us. Discover how Ripleyâs journey from dreaming big to becoming a Forbes-featured designer aligns with our mission to curate meaningful collections. Shop the perfect pants and explore the story behind the brand that embodies purpose, empowerment, and style.