The Shop Blog
Valentine's Pop-Up Market January 20 2023

Join us at Strange Ways for a pop-up market featuring three incredible Connecticut artists who are offering the perfect gifts for your Valentine! And even if you're single, shopping local and handmade is sure to give you those warm fuzzy feelings. ♥
FEATURED ARTISTS:
Chasing Westphalia @chasingwestphalia
Martin Maysee @martinmaysee
Heart of a Hungry Hermit @heartofahungryhermit
Queer Valentine's Mixer at Strange Ways January 13 2023
Bringing together the LGBTQ+ community for mixing and mingling. Spread the love, and maybe you'll even grow your love life? Being queer can make you bitter, so come on in and get down for some good vibes. Maybe you'll meet someone new—friend, lover, or just a new connection!
❤️local business F.EM. shop will be vending some kinky and frisky adult toys!
❤️our friends at REACH Fund CT will be offering information and empowerment for reproductive rights in the queer community.
❤️ local fave DJ PupStar will be providing the beats for the evening!
❤️queer owned restaurant, Blue Orchid, will provide light appetizers! Refreshments will be available as well. We encourage you to keep the good vibes going by hitting the after-party at Blue Orchid, just a quick walk down the street!
❤️ R U QUEER? If YES, you'll save 10% on any in store Strange Ways purchase during the mixer! Find the perfect gift for your Valentine.
❤️18+ only. Free to attend! Come by yourself or bring the whole posse!
RSVP for reminders on Facebook
Stitch 'N Patch Pop-Up (Personalized Gifts!) December 16 2022
Looking for an extra personal gift? Come by the storefront this Sunday where we will not only be able to attach patches LIVE to items, but we have special guest Foolish Daughter who will be able to chainstitch a name or phrase for you right on the spot! Come take advantage of this one-time event, and create a unique gift for a loved one this holiday season.
Strange Ways Makes Space for Live Music December 14 2022
Thanks to the New Haven Independent for covering our 2nd live music show at the shop! Interested in having an event at Strange Ways? Reach out to us!
Shop Small Saturdays - Mini Markets All Holiday Season December 06 2022
Shop small and keep your money where your heart is!
NOVEMBER 26:
@byzantinebrataromatics
@rainbowresinqweens
@jennybvcr
@thestrangestplaces
(plus selfies w/ Krampus by @thefrankensteintwins)
RSVP on Facebook
Strange Ways in Docomomo US Holiday Gift Guide 2022 November 18 2022

Halloween Party + Coraline Film Screening October 21 2022
Come celebrate Spooky Season with a 20% off sale, artist vendors, and the last "Movie in the Plaza" of the year! Vendors include The Strangest Places, Hannah Francis Art, Byzantine Brat Aromatics, and Connecticut Cryptids.