Gadgets and Goodies expands – Waupaca County Submit

By Kaelyn McHugh

STEVENS POINT – Since opening earlier this yr on March 1, Gadgets and Goodies in Plover has elevated its choices, and now hopes to provide again to the group. “We’ve now expanded to have at least four times the amount of candy that we originally did, which is a radical change,” mentioned Jacob Brandt, proprietor of Gadgets and Goodies.
Brandt explains that his authentic concept for the shop was extra of a Radio Shack with some sweet on the facet, however over time, group suggestions modified the shop’s focus. “We have evolved a lot since opening,” mentioned Brandt. “The whole idea of the imported candy store just exploded. It was unbelievably popular with the community.”
When you cease by the shop, you’ll discover the cabinets stocked with imported candies, candies, drinks, and snacks, in addition to toys and different trinkets. Brandt notes that Dubai chocolate bars are one of many retailer’s hottest merchandise. In addition, he additionally imports cookies and candies from the UK, Milka chocolate from Germany, uniquely flavored chips from Japan, and extra.
After being open for nearly six months, Brandt displays on how the enterprise has been doing up to now. “There’s been ups and downs, but I’ve been learning what’s popular and what’s not,” mentioned Brandt. “People have come out in droves to support us, and I can’t thank the community enough for it.”
Giving again to the group is precisely what Brandt hopes to deal with going ahead. Every month, 5% of all merchandise gross sales are given to native nonprofits. “It’s not just about us, it’s about how we can serve the community better,” mentioned Brandt.

“This fall, to kick off the school year, we’ll be giving out free root beer floats on Labor Day weekend,” mentioned Brandt. Stop by to obtain your free float and take a look at the shop’s latest imported treats.
As for what the long run holds for Gadgets and Goodies? “We’re hoping to do more partnerships with community events, such as participating in art fairs,” mentioned Brandt. Watch for them as they do pop-ups round the area people and all through central Wisconsin.
“This year we’re going to be picking up the ornament side of the business more as well,” mentioned Brandt. “We are doing a pop-up of my grandma’s old store, Irene’s Christmas Corner, here in the shop.” As Christmastime approaches, cease in to see their collection of imported German nutcrackers, ornaments, and smoker collectible figurines.
Around Christmastime and Easter, the shop may even carry a bigger assortment of smaller candies that can be utilized as stocking-stuffers and vacation sweet. Watch the shop’s Facebook and Instagram pages for his or her newly-launched ‘Chip Thursdays’, the place Brandt posts a weekly video clip making an attempt a brand new taste of distinctive, imported chips.