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Toy Company
The Toy Chest has been a trusted independent toy store for 55 years—with decades of experience helping families find the perfect toys. We're not just selling toys; we're curating experiences and making life easier for families by doing everything from personal birthday shopping to building custom holiday packages. Our expert staff genuinely wants to know you and your family, because we believe play should bring people together at every age. What started as a simple toy store has become a place where creativity lives and families find exactly what they need, even when they don't know what that is yet.
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As an independent toy store with 55 years of experience, we focus on curating quality toys and creating personalized experiences for families. Our expert staff takes time to get to know you and your children's interests, helping you find the perfect toys rather than just selling products. We offer specialized services like personal birthday shopping and custom holiday packages that you won't find at larger retailers.
Yes, we provide personal birthday shopping services where our experienced staff will help select age-appropriate and interest-specific toys for your child. We take the guesswork out of gift-giving by understanding your child's preferences and developmental needs. Simply let us know your budget, the child's age, and their interests, and we'll curate the perfect selection.
Our custom holiday packages are personalized toy collections we create based on your family's specific needs and budget. We work with you to understand each child's interests, age, and any special requests, then carefully select and package toys that will create magical holiday moments. This service saves busy parents time while ensuring thoughtful, age-appropriate gifts.
We serve families with children of all ages, from infants to teens, and believe play should bring people together at every stage. Our carefully curated selection includes educational toys, creative play items, and developmental toys that grow with your child. Our knowledgeable staff can recommend toys that support learning while keeping play fun and engaging.
You can visit us in-store to speak with our expert staff about your needs, or contact us to schedule a dedicated consultation time. We recommend calling ahead for personal shopping services so we can prepare and give you our full attention. Our team genuinely wants to get to know your family to provide the best possible recommendations.
Yes, we provide gift wrapping and special packaging as part of our commitment to creating complete experiences for families. Whether it's for a birthday, holiday, or special occasion, we can beautifully package your purchases to make gift-giving even more special. This service complements our personal shopping and custom package offerings.
Absolutely! This is one of our specialties with 55 years of experience helping families. Our expert staff will ask about the child's age, interests, developmental stage, and any specific needs to recommend the perfect toys. We believe in finding exactly what families need, even when they don't know what that is yet.