The Register Citizen (Torrington, CT)

HIDDEN TREASURES: CHECK OUT THESE SIX FLEA MARKETS

- By TinaMarie Craven tinamarie.craven @hearstmedi­act.com

We all know the saying “one man’s junk is another man’s treasure,” but the flea markets around Connecticu­t certainly offer up plenty of hidden gems.

Where else can you find tiny teacups, clothes, antique furniture, old records and a variety of eclectic finds without breaking the bank?

I love finding an item with a little history, or searching for a unique bit of decor for my home. During my own forays into flea markets in the area I’ve found military parapherna­lia, art and an astounding number of dolls.

If you’re a seasoned flea market shopper or a novice to treasure hunting consider exploring these six flea markets.

Bethlehem Indoor Flea Market

Open Friday noon-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Located at 37 Thompson Road, Bethlehem

Info: bethlehemc­tfleamarke­t.com

Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market

Open Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for general admission, free admission 2-3:30 p.m. Elephant’s Trunk also offers two early bird options that allow shoppers to hit the stalls as early as 5:30 a.m.

Located at 490 Danbury Road, New Milford

Info: etflea.com

New Brunswick Flea Market

Open Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Located at 601 Migeon Ave., Torrington

Info: newbrunswi­ck fleamarket.com

Open Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Located at 1353 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook

Info: Facebook.com /TheTroveOl­dSaybrook

Woodbury Flea Market

Open Saturday and Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Located at 44 Sherman Hill Road, Woodbury

Info: woodburyfl­ea.net

Open Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Located at 99 Wright Road, Torrington

Info: wrightsbar­n.com

 ?? John Torsiello / Contribute­d photo ?? The New Brunswick Indoor Flea Market is located in Torrington.
John Torsiello / Contribute­d photo The New Brunswick Indoor Flea Market is located in Torrington.
 ?? Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticu­t Media ?? Left, a vintage fur coat at The Trove antique store. Right, vintage handmade rugs at a booth at The Trove on the Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook.
Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticu­t Media Left, a vintage fur coat at The Trove antique store. Right, vintage handmade rugs at a booth at The Trove on the Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook.
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Elephants Trunk Flea Market in New Milford has acres of treasures to sift through.
 ?? Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticu­t Media ?? Antique sterling silver and coin silver spoons at The Trove antique store on the Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook.
Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticu­t Media Antique sterling silver and coin silver spoons at The Trove antique store on the Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook.
 ?? Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticu­t Media ?? An eighteenth century pine two-drawer blanket chest at The Trove on Boston Post Road.
Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticu­t Media An eighteenth century pine two-drawer blanket chest at The Trove on Boston Post Road.
 ?? Lisa Weir / For Hearst Connecticu­t Media ??
Lisa Weir / For Hearst Connecticu­t Media
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