I don't look away at toys. My avatar face is solid metal see who blinks first. I only wish I had more time, this particular Southdale store exhibited far more board games then Ridgedale's last I went. In comparison Southdale is stacked to the ceiling with isles of board games, but I am more into the quarky expiriment type products of science, and unusual mind toys. Ridgedale had 3 to 5 fun electronic "all in one" learning kits and variant other science stuff, even quartz rock, man, I bought that. I noticed one "all in one" electronics project at Southdale, and board/card game heaven. Least one star is just that I will go to their other store for five star. Seeking more of a bar/traveling games and puzzels as well hands on mind benders, their Mall of America store is...
Read moreThe store has great games and selection to choose from. It’s a fun stop for looking at all of the things they have to offer. I felt out of place given the crowd that was hanging out in there and the odd treatment I received from the staff because I wasn’t super into games Lake most of their customers clearly are. They were not rude or impolite in anyway. It was just awkward. I guess I would go again. The item I bought they are broke almost immediately after removing it from its packaging.I don’t think I’ll be going back to return it but it was sad not ever being able to use it. Probably not their fault as they didn’t make it but it did ruin...
Read moreBeware! GBJ will make you wear a mask even though the mask mandate has been COMPLETELY lifted. I was told that I had to wear a mask or leave. When I said that I would leave, they didn't care at all. Really surprised because I have been shopping at GBJ since the early 90s and my kids and I have always looked forward to shopping there and always spend quite a bit of money even though we can get it cheaper at Walmart or online. We always love supporting smaller businesses. Will be happy to spend my money elsewhere and to not be controlled by the people I give...
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