New York,
NY (December 17, 2002) --
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! February features a fantastic line-up of special events including the annual Groundhog Day Celebration, an African Cultural Celebration, Clifford's Valentine's Day/Birthday Fun and more! The Scholastic Story Teller will read every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 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. Store Hours: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Sunday 12-6 p.m. Event Hotline: (212) 343-6166, toll free: (877) 286-0137.
February Calendar Highlights
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EVENTS: |
| Saturday, February 1st from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Groundhog Day Celebration
Is it time to pack in the mittens and scarf and get ready for spring? Only the groundhog's shadow can tell. Come down to The Scholastic Store and celebrate Groundhog Day with a special interactive groundhog puppet show. (Great for ages 2-8) |
| Saturday, February 8th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m |
African Cultural Celebration
Join an African musical adventure filled with drumming, singing, chants, storytelling and some surprises along the way. Bring your sense of rhythm and adventure as you travel through multicultural music and products. Enjoy a live musical performance and great Scholastic books such as The Magic Gourd by Baba Wagué Diakité. |
| Friday, February 14th 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Valentine's Day Hugs
It is the biggest, reddest day of the year - it is Valentine's Day,
Clifford's favorite day of the year. Stop by The Scholastic Store and give Clifford the Big Red Dog a hug. Be sure to sign the special card and wish your big, red pal a big happy Valentine's Day!
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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, February 22nd from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Read Along With Clifford
As February is all about Clifford, stop by The Scholastic Store to meet the top dog - Clifford. Come and hear some of Scholastic's best dog stories. Also stick around to find out the winner of the The Scholastic Store's special dog collage. |
About The Scholastic Store:: A series of reading neighborhoods attract children to age-appropriate sections that encourage them to sit, play, go online, and read.
Clifford's Corneris 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 area includes 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 Center, 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. Free, weekly, family-friendly events are held in the
The Activity Circle centrally located in the heart of the store.
To Shop at Scholastic's New Online Store for Kids, Log-on To www.ScholasticStore.com