Route 68 Toys and Collectibles
68 S. Detroit St., Xenia
(937) 903-5607 or www.facebook.com/pages/category/Toy-Store/Route-68-Vintage-Toys-and-Collectibles-1936199073291527
Vintage Star Wars, GI Joes and other toys are mixed in with other action figures like Star Trek, Simpsons, Hot Wheels, and others — even Predator, Aliens and KISS. If you are looking for toys they have plenty to choose from.
Fast Fashions
33 E. Main St., Xenia
(937) 372-2429 or https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fast-Fashions/159177277439537
This men's formal wear shop has great prices and a solid selection for shoppers. If the gentleman in your life is in need of a new suit, tux or a tux rental, this is a spot to stop at. Fast Fashions is offering $150 for a suite, shirt and a tie with alterations.
Xenia Shoe & Leather Repair
21 E. Main St., Xenia
(937) 376-8156 or www.xeniashoe.com
This is one part shoe store, one part leather repair store. Shop a selection of Birkenstock, Brooks, Chaco, Dansko, Haflinger, Keen, Merrell, Red Wing Shoes, Rockport, Vasque and Vibram shoes. And if you have shoes that are in need of repair, they have you covered with a full list of services including re-soling, alterations, replacement zippers and width stretching.
Flour Bake Shop
13 E. Main St., Xenia
(937) 545-8988 or https://www.facebook.com/FLOUR-Bake-Shop-by-Becky-Hawkes-256384227888285/
This store has baked goods by the talented Becky Hawkes. She does a wide variety of sweet and savory baked goods including cupcakes, brownies, pies, breads and more. Her scones are fabulous and creative. On a recent visit she was selling apricot white chip, Oreo mint chip, lime blueberry, vanilla bean and olive and manchego cheese. A sign on the wall reads, "a party without a cake is just a meeting." This store has all the flavors of a good party.
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Rusty NChippy's Vintage Boutique
66 S. Detroit St., Xenia
916-802-7948 or www.rustynchippys.com
The decor in this handsome antique store was on point for the holidays. For folks who love antiques it is definitely worth a visit and for those who love decorating for the holidays there were some fun ideas and great vintage pieces for the home and garden.
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