Collect & Connect Grand Opening: A Weekend Packed with Giveaways, Deals, and Fun in Fostoria!

FOSTORIA | Mark your calendars, Fostoria—Collect & Connect is gearing up for an epic Grand Opening weekend from January 16th to 18th, 2026! This new local spot promises a celebration full of freebies, raffles, special deals, and community vibes you won’t want to miss.

Kick off the festivities on Friday, January 16th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9 a.m., followed by doors opening at 10 a.m. The store will run extended hours all weekend to give everyone plenty of time to join in.

Highlights include:

• A $1 raffle for a coveted Bubble Mew Pokémon card, courtesy of Brian Biddle—$1 per ticket or grab 6 for $5!

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• An awesome gift bundle donated by A Martian’s Closet (downtown Fostoria location) up for grabs.
• A Mom N Pop Tattoo Shop hosting a flash sale Friday and Saturday: Get a flash piece and enjoy 10% off your entire purchase!
• Baked by B handing out 120 free cookies—these treats are bound to disappear fast!
• An extra 15% boost on trade credit all weekend long.
• Entry into giveaways: Every $10 in trade credit or $10 spent in cash/card earns you one entry.

Plus, all tickets from the Christmas giveaway will roll over and be entered into the grand opening drawings!

Winners will be announced via Facebook Live on Sunday, January 18th around 6:15 p.m.

Whether you’re trading collectibles, snagging sweet deals, or just soaking up the excitement, Collect & Connect’s grand opening is set to be a highlight of the new year. Save the date and come on down—support local and score some amazing perks!