I have an announcement that is very bittersweet for me: after 34 years, Crackerjack will close its doors at the end of January. It has been a lifetime of great relationships for me, with customers, employees and artists, fellow business owners, as well as sales reps and Wallingford neighbors. In fact, some of my good personal friends are people Iâve met through the business!
 I opened Crackerjack in 1986 for two fundamental reasons: I had an art background, and saw a need for the handcrafted to be available in the marketplace every day; and I wanted to have a family I could raise with minimal outside childcare, have the time flexibility to go on field trips, be the room mother, etc. And Crackerjack has successfully provided both!
Now I am ready for a new chapter, so have decided to retire from retail store ownership. There are many other things Iâd like to pursue, so who knows what youâll hear from me in future? In the short term, please stop by to say âgoodbyeâ âau revoirâ âzegnajâ and âsayonaraâ, and help us clear our shelves!
Come Friday evening January 10th from 4 to 8 for a Sale Preview and to join us in a toast for the future!
Mon – Sat 10 to 8
Sunday – 10 to 6
Christmas Eve – 10 to 5
Christmas Day – CLOSED
New Year’s Eve – 10 to 5
New Year’s Day – CLOSED
WISHING YOU the HAPPIEST of HOLIDAYS!
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our Annual Trunk Show featuring Kristin Ford Jewelry, Annie de Vuono hats and Paige Selden Scarves.
This is your opportunity to shop an extensive collection from all three artists, including many one-of-a-kind pieces.
Meet the artists, learn how to tie scarves, choose the correct hat and enjoy some refreshments!
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and energetic sales associate to join our tight-knit staff!
Must be friendly, reliable, responsible and like art. A knowledge of craft processes is a plus, as is customer service experience and an interest in learning about small business. All personnel contribute to a pleasant customer experience by keeping the store clean and bright, well-stocked and welcoming. Duties include gift wrapping, assisting customers, cleaning, re-stocking and more!
Candidates must be professional in appearance and demeanor, and be available some evenings and weekend days.
IF YOU, OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW, IS INTERESTED, PLEASE COME IN TO DROP OFF A RESUME AND FILL OUT AN APPLICATION!
Saturday July 13th, from 11 to 2
Join us to check out a new app to assist you in exploring your neighborhood stores! Earn raffle tickets for gift certificates from local businesses, enjoy refreshments and a kids’ table! Score more by shopping at Crackerjack during the event and saving 10% off your purchase!
The Wallingford Family Parade begins at 11, and as the route runs down 45th, that street will be closed from about 10 ’til noon. So drop down to 40th, then come north on Wallingford Ave. to our west parking lot entry.
the weather’s supposed to be great, so come to Wallingford for some fun!
Have a Safe and Fun Holiday!
We will be open from 10 to 5.
Happy “Official Kick-off” to Summer!