The Scholastic Store, located at 557 Broadway between Prince and Spring Streets in the heart of SoHo, continues to offer FREE, fun and educational events for kids of all ages!
April features a fantastic line-up of fun, spring events including visits from Shana Corey, author of
Players in Pigtails and Wendy Rouillard, author of
Barnaby’s Bunny, with special guest Barnaby and more!
The Scholastic Story Teller will read bedtime stories every Tuesday at 6 p.m. and fun stories every Wednesday at 11 a.m.. All events are FREE and open to the public. (See listing below for details.)
The Scholastic Store is easily accessible by subways 6, N, R, F and S. Stroller Entrance: 130 Mercer Street Store
Store Hours: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. and Sunday 12-6 p.m.
Event Hotline: (212) 343-6166, toll free: (877) 286-0137.
APRIL CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
| DATE/TIME |
EVENTS: |
| Saturday, April 5th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Make Your Own Easter Bonnet
Get ready for the Easter parade, by making your very own easter bonnet - or just enjoy making your own silly hat (with purchase of kit). Also enjoy hearing a reading of the brand new title, Miss Hunnicut's Hat by Jeff Brumbeau and Gail de Marcken. (Ages 5 and up) |
| Saturday, April 12th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m |
Players in Pigtails
Meet Shana Corey, author of Players in Pigtails, hear a special reading and have her sign your very own copy of the book. Also step up to the plate and participate in baseball trivia and enter to win tickets to a major league baseball game. (Ages 5 and up) |
| Friday, April 19th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Barnaby's Bunny
Wendy Rouillard, author of Barnaby’s Bunny will be stopping by The Scholastic Store with a special guest. Hear her read from her new book, have her sign your very own copy of the book and meet the main character, Barnaby!! Parents be sure to bring cameras to capture a shot of your child with the lovable Barnaby. (Ages 2 and up)
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| Saturday, February 15th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Dog Day!
The Scholastic Store is celebrating man's (or kids) best friend - dogs! Paint your very own dog bowl (with purchase of kit*), listen to your favorite stories about dogs and bring in a picture of your favorite dog for The Scholastic Store dog collage and enter to win a special prize. |
| Saturday, April 26th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
April Showers!!
Take part in an afternoon of spring arts and crafts. Paint your very own umbrella and galoshes (with purchase of kit) to keep dry and in style this April. Experts will be on hand to help out and assist! (Ages 5 and up) |
About The Scholastic Store:
A series of reading neighborhoods attract children to age-appropriate sections.
Clifford’s Corner is a beacon for the 0- 2 year olds. For children ages 3-5,
The Bus Stop features books, puzzles, dress-up clothing and games. The
Creative Minds areaincludes games, arts and crafts for boys and girls ages 6 -12.
The mystical
Harry's Castle features the best of Harry Potter. The
Scholastic Entertainment department boasts the best videos, audiotapes and cd-roms.
In the
New Features area parents and children can find the best new book releases. Now Open --
The Educational Resource Department , a private area for teachers and parents, providing them with a quiet spot to shop Scholastic’s wide range of reference and guide books, along with professional and supplemental teaching materials.
To Shop at Scholastic's New Online Store for Kids, Log-on to
www.ScholasticStore.com