Winter Coats/Boots Available From Southington Community Services

SOUTHINGTON, CT — The Southington Community Services Department is opening a special pop-up "store" for clients to be able to get much-need warm clothing for the cold-weather months.

The department announced Tuesday the store's first day will be Saturday, Oct. 14., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the department's headquarters on 91 Norton St., Plantsville.

The store is located in the brown building on the back of the site, according to the department.

Then, for the rest of October into early November, the shop is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in the morning and, on some days, in the afternoon.

The final shop event is Thursday, Nov. 2.

Called "Operation Stay Warm," the effort is being sponsored by Southington Community Services.

"Southington residents are invited to prepare for the upcoming winter season by stocking up on gently used winter coats, boats and accessories in both adult and children's sizes," wrote the department.

According to community services, the local Knights of Columbus, Council 15, chapter donated several new children's coats for "Operation Stay Warm."

The rest of the inventory is comprised of donations of new and/or gently used items.

There are some rules regarding who can gain access to the store and how to go about picking up items for winter.

Generally, one coat and one pair of footwear are available per family member.

For more information on Southington Community Services "OperationStay Warm," click on this link.

For more information on Southington Community Services, click on this link.