Stonington Borough Businesses Reopen!
Although Stonington Borough’s businesses are starting to reopen, we are following the state’s restrictions and guidelines carefully. We are thrilled to welcome people back, but for the health and safety of our small community, please keep in mind:
- Masks are required
- A 6-foot distance is recommended
- Hands must be sanitized upon entry
- In-store shoppers will be limited in number
We’ve compiled an updated list of our businesses and their current offerings. Restaurants are open for outside dining, and/or takeout. Merchants are communicating directly with customers via phone, email, and social media, and are offering many ways to shop, with curbside pickup or delivery:
- Online
- Through Facebook and/or Instagram
- Window shopping - contact merchants directly by phone, email, or text
- Appointment-only in-store shopping
As this is a developing story, please check with individual merchants for the most up-to-date information. You can also refer to our last post with addresses and phone numbers.
FOOD AND DRINK
Breakwater at Stonington Harbor
Open for outdoor dining, takeout, curbside and boat-side pickup! Tuesday - Sunday (closed Mondays) 12 pm - 8 pm.
Cove Ledge Beer, Wine and Spirits
Call ahead (860) 599-4844 and place your order for curbside pickup or free local delivery. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 8 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm.
Dog Watch Café
Open for outdoor dining for lunch and dinner! Reservations are strongly recommended (Open Table). Curbside pickup and free delivery is available from Dog Watch Mystic 11:30 am - 8 pm, seven days a week.
Indulge Coffee and Sandwich Co.
Order online and pickup curbside. Open seven days a week, 7 am - 2 pm.
Macondo Coffee, Juices & Smoothies
Order ahead and pickup curbside. Open seven days a week, 7:30 am - 2 pm.
Milagro Café
Open daily for takeout 12 pm - 8 pm, with delivery available 4 pm - 7:30 pm. Call to order (860) 535-8178.
Noah’s Restaurant
Noah’s Restaurant is temporarily closed.
Social Coffee Roastery
Open! Curbside service with limited outdoor seating available.
Water Street Café
Open! Takeout (only) is available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Order and pay over the phone (860) 535-2122, and pick up in the foyer. Customers are encouraged to bring their own pens to sign receipts. Check Instagram or Facebook for weekly menus.
HEALTH & FITNESS
Body By Bliss
Take a private or semi-private virtual session in pilates, bootcamp, weight training, balance and stretch, or barre with Body By Bliss. Call (717) 495-4193, or email ( alisha@bodybyblisspilates.com ) to book.
SHOP LOCAL
A.K. Dasher Jewelry
Open! Daily 10 am - 6 pm or order by phone (860) 535-1774.
Bluebird Day Kids
Open! Daily by appointment only. Visit Bluebird Day online to book a 40 minute appointment. Children under the age of three should be in a stroller or carrier.
Carolyn Yost Estate Jewelry & Stonington Antiques Etc.
Call/text (860) 961-4661 or email ( carolyn9678@gmail.com ) to order and schedule pickup.
Consign to Design
Open! Thursday - Sunday 11 am - 5 pm by appointment only. Call (203) 921-6377 or email ( stoningtondesign@gmail.com ). Check Facebook for all current inventory. Curbside pickup and delivery available.
Fun Company Sample Outlet
Open, by appointment only. Call (860) 326-8499 to book an appointment. Curbside pickup also available.
Glaze Handmade
Glaze Handmade does not have a reopening date at this time but there are many ways to shop:
ONLINE: New Items are added each week. Locals can choose ‘curbside pickup’ and timing will be arranged.
WINDOW SHOP: Email a photo of an item you are interested in. Lyndsay will send pricing, and coordinate payment and pickup.
ZOOM SHOPPING EVENTS: Email if you would like to be alerted about semi-private zoom shopping events. These fun events are scheduled based on interest and are a great way to interact and view their retail area up-close.
CUSTOM ORDERS: Call the shop (860) 415-9396 if you have a custom order or gift order in mind. Lyndsay will arrange a FaceTime or Zoom meeting to discuss. Please note: the process of making pottery requires a minimum of 4-6 weeks from start to finish so please plan your order accordingly.
Grand & Water Antiques
Open! Thursday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm and Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm. Off-hour appointments, curbside pickup and delivery available. Check Facebook and Instagram for new inventory.
Indigo Bleu
Open! Thursday - Monday 10 am - 5 pm. Call (860) 535-8256 for an appointment and enjoy a personalized shopping experience and a glass of champagne on off-hour days (Tuesdays and Wednesdays). Shop the window and give them a call, or visit their website. Check Facebook and Instagram too! Local delivery, curbside pickup, and shipping available nationwide. The 30-50% off Annex is also open Thursday - Monday, weather permitting.
Maggie Lee Designs
Open through May 31st daily 10 am - 4 pm. Mornings and evenings by appointment. Call/text (717) 569-6500 or email for an in-person or virtual meeting. Check Facebook, Instagram or visit Maggie’s website.
Pup Stop Stonington
Pup Stop’s doggie treat takeout door is open! Tuesday - Saturday open at 10 am and Sunday 11 am. Closing time depends on foot traffic and weather. Appointments and phone orders with curbside pickup available. Call 860) 980-3558. Check Facebook and Instagram for the latest doggie necessities.
The Velvet Mill
With so many vendors at the Velvet Mill and things changing constantly, we suggest visiting their Facebook or Instagram page for the latest updates. There are free downloads, special offers and many restaurants are offering takeout and curbside pickup.
22 Bayview Avenue, Stonington or call (917) 915-6340.
Tom’s News
Open! 5 am – 5 pm, Monday through Saturday, 5 am – 4 pm, Sunday.
Tucci Design
Tucci Design’s “window shop” is open! Prices are posted and will be discounted 10% at time of purchase. Call or text (203) 858-3701 daily from 10 am - 5 pm. Check Instagram too! (No returns accepted).
Verdant Floral Studio
Verdant is virtually open and taking orders over the phone and online, for delivery only. Call (860) 535.9845, email ( Norma@verdantfloral.com ) or visit them online.
Wm. Cole
Open by appointment only. Call (401) 369-3531 or email. “Window shop” on Facebook and Instagram and message/DM for payment. Curbside pickup and local delivery available. If you are out-and-about and see a car at the shop, please feel free to stop in.
Yali Stonington
Yali Stonington is open 24/7 online. Check Facebook and Instagram for new items or email if you’re looking for something specific.
CULTURE & ORGANIZATIONS
LaGrua Center
La Grua Center remains closed but is pivoting to a virtual environment until they can safely reopen. A selection of past concerts and talks have been posted to their YouTube channel, and they are presenting new speakers and interviews via Zoom. Upcoming events can be found at the top of their homepage. In the future, look for concerts, talks, and youth art workshops to be live-streamed, as well as virtual art exhibitions. On Facebook and Instagram, they are sharing links to some of their favorite artists, articles, and educational opportunities.
New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS)
NESS is currently planning to host limited programs starting June 1st and opening Camp NESS on June 22nd. Due to social distancing restrictions, space in both programs and camp will be limited. In order to accommodate as many as possible, NESS will be operating seven days a week. They also offer various online STEM courses. Visit their website or email ( adventure@nessf.org ) for more information.
Stonington Community Center (COMO)
The Como’s tennis and paddle tennis courts have reopened to the public with specific guidelines and procedures in place. Please visit the tennis and paddle tennis pages for additional information. duBois Beach will be open weekends beginning Saturday, May 23 with new procedures in place. Read the Como's 2020 Beach Season Updates. Camp COMO childcare will be open with new procedures in place. For more information, read their FAQs.
Stonington Free Library
The library has taken its first steps to reopen! The book drop will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th. Any borrowed library materials returned in the book drop will be collected by library staff and placed in quarantine for 72 hours. They will continue to waive fines until 8/31. Downloadable ebooks and audiobooks are available through their digital library page. Curbside pickup for books and other library materials will begin on Monday, June 1st.
Stonington Historical Society
You can’t go inside any of the amazing sites managed by the Stonington Historical Society, but they still have a lot to offer. Of particular interest is a series of Oral Histories on a variety of local subjects they’ve produced which are available online.
The organization is encouraging the public to call or email with research questions as the Woolworth Library at 40 Palmer Street is closed to the public. They have a variety of history books for sale on their website.
The grounds of the Nathaniel Palmer House (40 Palmer St.) and the Old Lighthouse Museum (7 Water Street) are available for leisurely strolls. Sections of the Lighthouse property are blocked off due to the ongoing restoration work, but a pleasing view of the water is still accessible. Please leash your pets and pick up after them.
For more information, call (860) 535-1131, or visit the SHS online.
SERVICES
C. Kramer Interiors
Cindy Kramer of C. Kramer Interiors is working and accepting project inquiries. Call (860) 287-2927 to discuss your project or visit Instagram for a glimpse of her latest work.
Michael McKinley and Associates
Michael McKinley and Associates is open and working on designs for new custom homes in Stonington and Southern Rhode Island. Visit their website for new work, or call to discuss your project (860) 535-4532.