Appleton-based specialty toy retailer the Learning Shop will soon close its doors after 40 years. The business’ five locations, in Appleton, Brookfield, Madison, Mequon and Greendale, will shutter at year’s end. It sells children’s toys and educational products for parents and teachers. Second-generation owners and brothers Todd and Tom Merryfield announced the closure late Friday … Continue reading Learning Shop to shutter after 40 years