The Collection in Vermont

06/08/2026

So honored that somebody would take the time to create this post. I have got to admit that is a MUCH better video and post of The Collection than I have ever posted of my own store! Thanks Sam!

06/08/2026

Trying out the metallic markers coloring with Melissa Bernstein for a flow art moment. It’s always a thrill to see Melissa at a show.

06/07/2026

Checking out SO many things Marketplace & Academy. Sometimes you just gotta try it on for size. So I did. Can’t wait for you to see all the new things coming to our shelves soon.

06/06/2026

Yes this is what it looks like to be in a seminar when you are in the toy business! “Classroom” learning at its very BEST. This one was actually a game changer. I feel more grateful than ever to be able to offer toys, games and puzzles to help create a better world. Positive childhood social development truly hinges on PLAY!

06/06/2026

They say it's an honor just to be nominated... and it is! BUT 🌼 we'd also love to win! 🌼

It would mean the world to us if you would take 5 minutes of your day to vote for The Collection in Vermont as Vermont's best toy store.

A quick login is required, but 5 minutes of your day would validate that after 30 years in business, we're on the right track 🥰

We're truly grateful. Thank you for voting for us!

Vote for your favorite Vermont businesses, people and places June 2-15, 2026.

06/04/2026

Always looking to learn when at a Toy Show. Yup it’s about business but boy is it ever fun. Soooo grateful to be a part of the toy industry. Love my job. Thanks for supporting us so I can do what I love.

06/03/2026

Up and at em!
Early flight out from Burlington through Atlanta to Milwaukee today. Filled with anticipation for ALL the people and ALL the things ahead of me. Leaving one cheese state traveling to another. I will TRY to be open minded but WE know whose cheeses are the very best. Stay tuned for all the fun and updates of what is to come. According to my previews there are going to be some really innovative products hitting our shelves shortly….

06/02/2026

I only wish I knew how to post a direct link for you to vote more easily but I am so technically challenged but hoping to learn for future posts. You’ll need to go to to vote for us under SHOPPING/BEST TOY STORE until I figure it all out. After closing in on 30 years in business it’s our first time on the ballot and we couldn’t be more excited about that! (Unless we win a Daysie) We love our little community for believing in us and hope you will vote for us and rally others to vote too. Please be sure to vote for other Valley Faves on the ballot too….



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Please help us shine a light on our wonderful Valley.
LET’S DO THIS!

06/01/2026

After so very many years from FINALLY was in the area and visited The Collection! It was her first time seeing our little store in the middle of nowhere. It was a thrill to have her in our store at long last. Toy friends just get it. They understand the passion and joy of spreading play to as many folks as possible. Our lives can be so very different but at the same time we share SO much! Thanks so much Karen for making the time to stop by. 😍