As the holidays approach, food is always a major priority on the list, but a good place to find great gifts for others and yourself is also high on the list. These area stores have what you need.
The Meriden Mall: 480 Lewis Ave., Meriden
The shopping center is open Monday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed Thursday; Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, from noon to 6 p.m.
Boscov’s: large family store in the Meriden shopping center
Boscov’s offers clothing, shoes, handbags, cosmetics, jewelry, housewares, small appliances and home accessories.
Their Black Friday deals are now underway with promotions like 25% off Hey Dude shoes and 50-60% off list prices on almost all Alfred Dunner & Ruby Rd. fall collection and items separate associated.
Boscov’s is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. at 18 hours
F21 Red (Forever 21): clothing store in Meriden shopping center
Forever 21 offers clothing, shoes, accessories and more.
Early Black Friday deals are now underway with special offers like 40% off everything, up to 70% off markdowns, deals of up to 50% off select styles and great deals at $15 and less.
Charlotte Russe: clothing store in the Meriden shopping center
Charlotte Russe offers clothing, shoes, accessories and much more.
Black Friday deals include up to 70% off select items and shoes under $20.
Torrid: a women’s clothing store in sizes 10-30, inside the Meriden Mall
Torries offers clothing, shoes and accessories.
Black Friday deals are now underway with special offers like 40% off everything.
Hot Topic: Music-Inspired Teen Accessories Store for Boys and Girls in Meriden Mall
Hot Topic offers band merchandise, accessories, toys and collectibles, backpacks and more and is offering up to 50% off holiday deals.
Shoe Dept. Encore: shoe store in Meriden mall
Shoe Dept. Encore offers shoes from Crocs to Adidas to New Balance and boots.
They’re currently offering great deals on top brands (some exclusions apply). Get deals under $50, 25% off boots and more.
Foot Locker: shoe and clothing store in Meriden Mall
They offer shoes and clothing from Nike to Adidas to New Balance to Jordan and more.
They’re currently offering several deals, including up to 30% off Nike.
Champ’s Sports: shoe and clothing store in Meriden Shopping Center
Champ’s offers shoes and clothing from Nike to Adidas to New Balance to Jordan and more.
Their Black Friday sale includes 25-30% off Nike styles, up to 50% off CSG and more.
Finish Line: Shoe and Clothing Store in Meriden Mall
Finish Line offers shoes and clothing from Nike to Adidas to New Balance to Jordan and more.
Their Black Friday sale includes 25% off select Nike shoes, clothing and accessories; up to 50% off selected accessories; and buy one, get one 50% off select t-shirts.
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Sporting goods store in Meriden Mall.
Dick’s has everything you could need for fishing, basketball, golf and more.
Their Black Friday deals include up to 50% off thousands of styles including clothing, shoes and fitness, and up to $200 off golf equipment.
Bath & Body Works: Fragrance store in Meriden Mall.
This store offers personal care and home fragrances, including best-selling collections of fine fragrance mists, body lotions and creams, three-wick candles, home fragrance diffusers and liquid soap for hands.
Their Black Friday deals include all full-size body, skin, and hair care, buy three, get three free, and all three-wick candles for $12.95.
TJ Maxx: American department store chain inside the Meriden Mall
TJ Maxx offers clothing, shoes, accessories, home products and much more.
Their Merry Christmas discounts include up to 70% off department and specialty store prices.
They are open Monday to Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; closed Thursday; Friday (Black Friday) and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Local businesses
The Dressing Room Boutique: clothing store located at 7 S. Elm St., Wallingford
The Dressing Room offers dresses for all occasions, including vacation and wedding, shoes and accessories.
They have a holiday store with tons of gift options, for under $25, under $50, and under $100.
They are open Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Sunday (hours may differ due to Thanksgiving and Black Friday)
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Bricks and Minifigs: toy store with the possibility of organizing parties and events, at 1173 Queen St., Southington
This store has sales on Block Friday and Saturday for small businesses, Friday through Sunday. This includes: buy one, get one at 50% off all pre-owned sets (not including certified ones); buy one, get one 50% off all bulk containers; five for $13 at Build-A-Fig and Build-A-Friend; and spend $50 or more and spin the prize wheel.
They are open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (times may differ due to Thanksgiving and Black Friday)
Other department stores
The marshals: An American chain of off-price department stores (owned by TJX Companies). There is one located at 533 S Broad St., Meriden and 199 Highland Ave., Cheshire.
Marshall’s offers clothing, shoes, accessories, home products and much more.
Their Merry Christmas discounts include up to 70% off department and specialty store prices.
They are open Monday to Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and closed on Thursday. Open Friday (Black Friday) from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Burlington: A national discount American department store located at 533 S Broad St., Meriden.
Burlington offers clothing, shoes, coats, accessories and much more.
They are currently holding their Burlington coat event over Thanksgiving weekend. Buy a coat and receive 10% off your entire purchase from December 1 to 15 (valid on an in-store merchandise purchase). They also have other mantel deals, holiday decorations under $20, gifts under $20 and more.
They are open Monday to Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; closed Thursday; open Friday (Black Friday) from 7 a.m. to midnight; Saturday, 7 a.m. to midnight; and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Former Navy: An American clothing and accessories store located at 533 S. Broad St. Space 2, Meriden.
Old Navy offers clothing, coats, accessories and more.
Their Early Black Friday deals are ongoing, including gifts starting at $6, tops starting at $10, dresses starting at $20, pants starting at $30 and more. There’s also an in-store Friday exclusive that ends at noon where pajama pants for the family are $5.
They are open Monday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and closed Thursday. The store opens again on Friday (Black Friday), from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Kohl’s: An American department store chain located at 1248 S Broad St, Wallingford.
Kohl’s offers clothing, shoes, home accessories and more.
Their Black Friday deals are now underway and you can get an extra 15% off your purchase for every $50 you spend through Friday. There are also offers for $10 and less; Offers of $20 and less; 50% off store toys; 30% off on the Lego store; and 50% off Amazon devices and more.
They are open Sunday to Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; closed Thursday; open Friday (Black Friday) from 5 a.m. to midnight; and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Nordstrom Rack West Farm Shopping Center: Department store at 1600 S. East Road, Farmington
Nordstram offers clothing, shoes, home products and much more.
Their Black Friday deals include Marc Jacobs products starting at $80; UGG products starting at $50; Madewell products starting at $20; BCBGeneration, Marc Fisher LTD and more up to 60% off.
They are open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (times may differ due to Thanksgiving and Black Friday)
H&M: Fast fashion clothing store at 31 Westfarms Mall, Farmington
They carry clothing, accessories and much more.
Their holiday boutique is now underway. Deals include gifts for her for under $35.
They are open Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (times may differ due to Thanksgiving and Black Friday)
Target: Retail chain located at 474 Chamberlain Highway, Meriden and 600 Executive Blvd. S., Southington
Target offers clothing, shoes, accessories, home products, food and much more.
Their Black Friday deals include 50% off the X Rocker Horizon Floor Rocker Gaming Chair; 60% off games and accessories; up to 50% off top tech and toys; and 30% off clothing, pajamas and slippers.
They are open Sunday to Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday (Black Friday), 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and closed Thursday (Thanksgiving).
Walmart Supercenter: A large department and grocery store at 235 Queen St, Southington and 844 N. Colony Road, Wallingford.
Walmart offers clothing, shoes, accessories, home products, food and more.
Their Black Friday deals are ongoing, including up to 40% off selected items; up to 65% flash offers; and savings on Christmas gifts.
They are open Sunday through Monday from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (hours may differ due to Thanksgiving and Black Friday)
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