The ribbon cutting for the Grand Reopening of Geissler’s Granby Store was held on Saturday, May 4. The Chamber of Commerce, local dignitaries, vendors, customers and friends joined in on the festivities.
New extra-wide sliding doors open to a grand entrance, and as guests entered the building they were greeted by the delicious unmistakable smell of fresh popped popcorn in the air from the new popcorn kiosk.
A lighted display was surrounded by people, eager to learn about the Caper Carts that will soon be launched in all Geissler’s locations. Geissler’s Supermarkets will be the first in Connecticut to introduce Instacart’s Caper Smart Cart; an innovative technology that allows shoppers to experience the best fresh and local items, clip digital coupons and see running totals for their purchases as they scan their purchase items and pay through the cart.
Enhancements to the store included expanded produce, bakery and deli departments, and a large new kitchen that will provide an extensive array of family meals, pizzas, side dishes, lunch options, take home meals and more, all designed to enhance customer convenience.
Multiple vendors offered samples of signature items including fresh and local products. Customers could literally eat their way around the store. There was a carving station featuring Certified Angus Beef, cut and cooked by David, our talented in-store butcher, along with local seafood, Munson’s chocolates, fresh guacamole and much more.
The store also includes a new fresh- squeezed orange juice machine and a full-service chocolatier case featuring freshly made chocolates by Munson’s Chocolates from Bolton.
“We are thrilled to unveil our renovated store to the community that we have served since 1985. It took many long hours, major adjustments, and dedication,” said Geissler’s CEO and President Bob Rybick. “We thank our customers for being so patient and understanding as all of this was done to better their shopping experience.”
Geissler’s Supermarkets also reached a monumental milestone in 2023 as it celebrated its 100th anniversary as a family-owned and operated Connecticut company. To stay up-to-date on all the store happenings, visit its Facebook, Instagram and YouTube pages.
About Geissler’s Supermarkets:
Geissler’s started in 1923 with A.F. Geissler delivering groceries to the small village of Broad Brook in the Town of East Windsor. Geissler’s daughter, Mary, married Jim Nilsson, who expanded the business into a multi-store, independent chain. Today, there are seven locations in the New England area that are owned and operated by the 4th generation; A.F.’s great grandsons Bob Rybick, Ryan Nilsson, Eric Nilsson, and Andrew Rybick.