Simon’s passion for the world of toys continued into his adult years. Simon reminisced about his mother’s firm stance on how her business was run. Those interested in electronics - like Nintendo or computer-driven toys, like Tamagotchi - were hard-pressed to find such things there. With an anti-violence policy, toys remained traditional. While the business expanded to multiple locations, the eclectic atmosphere continued to be reflected in the store’s offerings. Tiggy Winkle’s in 1977, selling antique toys. Maida, “a fun and quirky lady” according to Simon, opened Mrs. Owner Maida Anisman and her son Simon, who was heavily involved in the daily operations, cited the reason for closure as “changing economic times.” 29 followed quickly by the original location in the Glebe at 809 Bank Street on March 20. The Westboro location shut its doors at 315 Richmond Road on Feb. Tiggy Winkle’s, a beloved local toy store, that closed after 43 years in the capital. Many community members are lamenting the loss of Mrs. Simon Anisman credits the community as the reason that the business successfully ran for as long as it did.
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