In the News

Here's what the press is saying about The Playful Garden:

The Playful Garden wins "Best Gift Shop" in S.F. Gate's 2010 "Best of" contest!

"The Playful Garden features lots of one-of-a-kind pieces from artists worldwide. Objects come from as close as Nevada City and San Luis Obispo, and as far away as Brazil and France. Nothing in the store can be found anywhere else in Napa."

Read More: Business Review - July 2008

"Mimi Glavin, owner of the Playful Garden, said she has been busy every day. For the holiday shopping season she is keeping the doors open seven days a week. She said she keeps her Caymus Street shop open past the normal hours if there are customers in the store." Read More: Merchants hearing Christmas Jingle

"As retailers nationwide report declines in holiday sales, many local stores seem to have avoided the worst and ended the year on their feet, ready for what could be a challenging couple months ahead." Read More: Local retailers look back on '08 sales

"They seemed pleased that I was shopping in their store! I also found the quality merchandise displayed attractively and browsing (which they encouraged) quite enjoyable."

Read More: Quality shopping right here in Napa

"Whimsical touches in your garden will give a sense of unexpectedness and delight. Have fun planting-and playing! It's worth every smile."

Read More: Playful Containers with Pizzaaz (pages 42-43)