Smithville General Store

06/18/2026

Oh man, too funny!

06/16/2026

Happening today! Come and join us with a fun book and tasty treats!

Weekly story time and themed activities make summer reading feel easy and fun!

Our first story time is Tuesday June 16!

Tuesdays from 11:30-Noon is Story Time
Thursdays From 10am - 3pm we have a themed craft.

Plus fill out the reading log each week and win prizes like our house-made popsicles and even a stuffie!

06/15/2026

🏖️Welcome in the break with your own hand-painted summer welcome mat!

We’ll provide the mats, paint, brushes, and fun themed templates — you bring the creativity! From beachy florals and greetings to funky fruit and colorful patterns, you’ll have everything you need to create an fun, summer-y welcome for your home.

🎨 Perfect for families, individuals, or groups of friends looking for a fun summer craft.

🎟️ Each ticket includes one mat + all supplies (one person per ticket, including kids).

⌚ Choose from multiple time slots to fit your schedule.

Mats will be ready for pickup the next day, once they’re dried and sealed.

Get tickets now at: www.stxgeneralstore.com/events

06/14/2026

A lot of people don’t realize that I own Smithville General Store.

I’ve generally stayed quiet about that because I’d rather the focus be on our team and our community. But there’s something that needs to be said.

One of the hardest parts of owning this business has been watching some of my employees deal with behavior that no one should have to tolerate at work.

I’ve had customers step in when situations became uncomfortable. I’ve had employees trade shifts to avoid certain individuals. I’ve had team members try to make drinks as quickly as possible just to get someone out of the store. I’ve had minors approached by grown married men in ways that were completely inappropriate.

Today was the icing on the cake.

While trying to determine who had been making two of my employees uncomfortable, the individual involved called the store to complain about how one of them was treating him and threatened to leave a bad review.

He is no longer welcome at Smithville General Store.

Let me be absolutely clear: the women who work for me deserve a safe and respectful work environment. They are hardworking, honest, and kind. They come to work to serve our community, not to be harassed, intimidated, pressured, or made uncomfortable.

If you make one of my employees feel unsafe or repeatedly cross appropriate boundaries, you will not be welcome in my store. I don’t care how often you come in, how much money you spend, or what review you leave afterward.

I will choose my employees over your business every single time.

To the many customers who have looked out for our staff, stepped in when something didn’t seem right, and treated our team with kindness and respect: thank you. You are the reason this store is such a special place.
— Brandon Dunham

06/12/2026

Weekly story time and themed activities make summer reading feel easy and fun!

Our first story time is Tuesday June 16!

Tuesdays from 11:30-Noon is Story Time
Thursdays From 10am - 3pm we have a themed craft.

Plus fill out the reading log each week and win prizes like our house-made popsicles and even a stuffie!

06/04/2026

If you have been curious about our new "Energy Sparks," this is your sign to stop in. Fun signature flavors include Ocean Water, Bluebonnet Breeze, Small Town Sunset, and Golden Hour. Start with one of the signature flavors on your next visit.

05/26/2026

WOW! Check out this blanket made by Mimi Made It

05/25/2026

☀️It's already heating up out, and we have the perfect way to cool off!

❄️Introducing our NEW in-house popsicles! Made from scratch with all natural ingredients, these pops will keep you cool all summer long - without having to worry about double-checking the nutritional label.

🥭With flavors like mango, fudge, raspberry lemonade, and even Vietnamese coffee, there's endless ways to treat yourself this summer!

🍓Stop by any time and try them out - and be sure to keep an eye out on even MORE flavors coming soon. Get them while they're hot - I mean, frozen!

05/23/2026

$3 Sparks & Refreshers all Memorial Day weekend ☀️

Now through Memorial Day, enjoy any medium Energy Spark, Refresher, Lemonade, Tea, or Soda for just $3 from noon to close.

Perfect for cooling off after the lake, the ball field, or a day downtown.