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Griffin Garden Market Opens in Clinton
Local produce, honey, food, free range eggs, candles, jewelry, statuary, bulk tea, herbs and spices, candy and more
Looking for a bountiful, beautiful market of magical rooms? Located in a charming old farmhouse on Clinton's West End, Griffin Garden Market is a delight for the senses of shoppers of all ages.
Owner Deb Hawthorne had a vision, to create a varied and abundant inventory of locally made and grown goods, displayed in decorated fireplaces, indoor gardens and miniature ponds.
Step into Griffin Garden Market. Feast your eyes and your tummy on unique gifts and useful crafts. See Deb's vision came true.
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"I felt I was transported to a Green Kingdom, that's all I can say," said one senior citizen during her first visit to Griffin Garden Market, located on Route 1 near the Madison town line.
Once an owner of a thriving antique business, Hawthorne decided she wanted to showcase fresh, seasonal, classic and unusual items in her multi room house. One wall is covered with large jars of dried herbs and spices, sold in any quantity. Kettle corn, maple syrup and hard candy of all varieties are equally appealing and adorably displayed. Folks looking for scented gel candles that burn for 100 hours need look no further than GGM. Made by a blind and deaf relative of the family, the candles are a perfect example of the specialized, custom wares Hawthorne has brought under one roof.
Why is it called Griffin Garden Market? Look for the Griffins!
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Did we mention the extensive garden statuary on exhibit beside the spacious parking lot? Or the handpainted clay creatures suitable for indoor and outdoor use?
A separate charming building on the property houses fresh organic produce from Connecticut farmers.
"We plan to have it full of pumpkins in the fall, and winter greens at Christmas," Hawthorne said.
Future plans include special classes and fresh pies. Treat yourself, your friends and family to a visit to Griffin Garden Market, 129 West Main in Clinton. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 10-3 on Sundays. Closed Mondays. Call 860-267-6971. Check out GGM photos and special announcements on Facebook.