Generation Green

SO SAD this store closed! It was a wonderful little shop which made me feel like I was supporting the environment and the community every time I set foot in their doors. I work with a local non-​profit theatre and they were always more than happy to put out our show cards.
Sadly, their very limited hours meant they were rarely open when I was available — I have to wonder if this had anything to do with the closing.

Generation Green wears its heart in its name. The sheer variety of items contained in this deceptively sized space (it’s much larger than it looks from the front) seem to have no connection until you think green! Everything in the store is either organic, recycled, upcycled, fair trade, or locally made. Selection ranges from jewelry to body products, servingware and lunch boxes, rain barrels, and more. They feature items from Celebrate Local and Global Gallery too. It’s really neat to read tags to find out more about a product’s origins and previous life (if recycled/​upcycled).
Staff is friendly and helpful, willing to answer any questions or order in items for you. This is definitely worth a visit!

I work at 1 Stop Bead Shop next door, and I love this place. It’s my go to place for last minute gifts I need to get. You can find something there for anyone on your list, I promise. Lots of creative hand made items abound in Generation Green. The owners are super cool and very helpful.

I feel so fortunate to have Generation Green as a local store! I remember the first time I went in, I was so pleasantly surprised to see the organic baby wash I’d been ordering online was not only on the shelf, but priced the same as I found it online as well. Amazing! The selection of products is fantastic, and I love being able to buy safe sunscreens, soaps, detergents, etc. locally.
Another HUGE perk for me is this: There is so much «greenwashing» right now; it isn’t always easy to know if you’re making a responsible choice. Any plastic container with a straw can claim it is eco-​friendly because it is reusable, but that doesn’t mean the chemicals in the plastic are safe or that the bottle will last more than a week! The owners of GG take the guess work out of that. They have already done the research, and continue doing the research, to be sure they always have the best option available, whether you’re in need of a water bottle, lunch carrier, toiletry, toy, etc. The owners are incredibly informative, happy to answer questions, honestly concerned, and very hard-​working.
Did you know they also carry rain barrels, composters, and pet supplies? Uh huh. I know, right? Awesome!

Shopping at this place just makes me feel more green. I found everything from eco friendly cosmetics, clothing, accessories, tableware, home décor, to fair trade jewelry, and supplies for composting.
When I went up to the cash register to pay for my item, the cashier (who I later found out to be the owner) totally did not acknowledge my presence for like 3 minutes. It was completely unintentional though. When he realized I was standing there he apologized and explained that he was so engrossed in his computer because he had learned of a nearby quarry that had runoff going into the water supply and he was trying to find it on Google Maps. hah It’s nice to see that the owners genuinely are concerned about the environment and actively participate in efforts for change.
I forsee myself coming back to buy gifts for bdays, xmas etc.

It’s a fact of life. If you’re a mother, at some point, you will be forced into the shopping arena with a toddler in tow. Sometimes this experience can be more positive than others.
At Generation Green, it’s always fantastic. I can browse, read and learn about the latest environmental products while my little one is busy in the toy/​play section. While I am busy checking out safe skincare products, he is learning about solar panels and windmills on the doll house. Now that he’s a bit older, he helps sorting the donated bottle caps by color for art classes.
So, if you’re shopping for fair trade, great green educational resources, skincare and most importantly LUNCHBOXES, check out Generation Green — even if you’ve got a child tagging along. They children are happy, the products are great, and you won’t meet nicer owners or sales-​staff.

I can honestly say that I am very impressed with Generation Green.
I came in to shop for a few last minute Christmas gifts, and ended up with stuff for myself (isn’t that how it always happens!). However, that happened for a good reason. They have a great selection of products: reusable snack bags, rain barrels, green cleaners, etc. If they don’t have something you need, just ask. I was told they are happy to carry special products if you request them. It is very laid-​back in here, very clean, and the owners are super friendly. I really enjoyed talking with them about their store and their philosophy: Bring the green movement to the ‘burbs; show people how beneficial and easy it is to live with a little less chemicals and and little less waste. Right On!

so happy to see this store move by Trader Joe’s and agree that I stopped because they were there (and also a recommendation from a friend). I have bought a rain barrel and some other products. They were so helpful with the rain barrel, and it is working out great. I have been going to them first whenever I need any gifts, they have great stuff and not over-​priced.

They definitely picked a good location beside Trader Joe’s, because there is likely a large amount of carryover between the clientele. I ventured in here on a whim while grocery shopping, and I am very glad I did.
The selection is a lot larger than I anticipated from the front of the store. There is a little bit of everything, including health and beauty products like makeup and perfume, reusable bags and handbags made from recycled materials, reusable lunch containers, stainless steel water bottles, cork and bamboo housewares, crafts by local artisans, and so many other things. My favorite items in the store were the unique cheese plates made from warped vodka bottles, and a power bar with outlets that are controlled by whether your TV or computer are powered on. This is a really great place to go if you’re looking for a gift for an eco-​conscious or artistic friend, or if you just want to be a little more eco-​friendly in your daily life. They didn’t have everything I expected, like the compact fluorescent lightbulbs, but what they did have covered the vast majority of waste-​savings and reducing toxins in the environment.
They also recycle bottle toppers such as corks, plastic caps, and metal caps, which is handy since SWACO will not take them.
The owners are very friendly and really excited to talk about their products, which, according to them, change all the time. I am definitely looking forward to a return visit, and I hope they stick around for quite some time.

When I first entered Generation Green I assumed it was just an overblown version of clothing and housewares you find at Whole Foods.
As I made my way through the store I kicked myself for being so negative because it simply does not compare in both selection and prices. Much lower than Whole Foods.
It’s hard for me to get on board with products that are incredibly expensive but ‘help the environment.‘
Not so much here.
They carry reusable or recyclable toiletries that are submitted via mail, like toothbrushes, razors… etc. In addition to a nice line of soy based candles and other organic and raw bath and body products.
I really liked the selection of bags on the right hand wall that vary in price from $ 30-​$ 300 dollars and are made of recycled materials or supplied through free trade.
The wall near the cash wrap also features items made by local artists like hats, scarves, and gloves. Most of the jewelry comes from Three Villages a company that coordinates free trade and higher wages for products made by village co-​ops.
I purchased two pairs of sterling silver earrings with precious stones and a sterling silver ring with ‘jumbles’ of pearls on it all for under $ 35.
The back of the store also features home and garden items.
I totally dig this place over Global Gallery and will hike up here for gifts and soaps!
Once the word gets out this store will not rely on foot traffic from Trader Joe’s customers alone.