Schools
Back to School Shopping: Locally and Online
Where to buy supplies, head for homework help and more
In 2009, Staples captured on film what some parents are feeling now as August comes to a close. It was their back to school commercial: the poor depleted children, the happy Father, the music and lyrics.
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” plays in the background as the father skips, flails his arms and kicks up his heels through the aisles with the sad children in tow. It’s a must see.
To speed up your back to school shopping, Patch spoke with local merchants about the best places to stock up. We've also included places at the Palisades Center—and online—you can check out.
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Locally:
Where do we begin? One-stop shopping for just about anything. Back to school items are priced at a huge discount, and certain prices rival Target and Staples. Some examples: Elmer’s glue for $.49, notebooks for under a $1 and reusable juice boxes. Go in and grab a coupon book.
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Homeword help starts Sept. 20, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. College and high school students will be on hand to assist children with homework on a first come, first serve basis. Also coming up in September is Family Yoga with Miss Jackie—Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Stay tuned for other back to school programs, as well.
Don’t forget their sprawling children’s section. The wonderful selection has all sorts of classics dealing with fears some children have about going back to school.
Do the kids need a new pair of shoes? Buy a pair of TOMS at Maria Louisa and pay it forward: with every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need.
Something for your children to do in the fall: after school classes for ages 11 to 16. Her private student rates are $35 for an hour-and-a-half class; a group class of two or more is $25 per person. Parents can organize the children groups, and Oliviere, the owner, also hosts birthday parties in her space.
Beginning Sept. 9, The Playroom will offer a “Drop and Dine” program. From 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday evenings, leave your kids and dine in town. Children must be three and up; pizza and drinks are served.
While in Nyack shopping with the kids for back to school, stop for lunch at the Nyack Gourmet. Mention this article and receive a free
brownie with a purchase of a sandwich.
On Saturday, Sept. 3, Macy’s is holding their Back to School Extravaganza. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Macy’s kids and juniors departments enjoy a day of fun and fashion; there will be face painting, clowns, music, food, shows and giveaways.
Over the next two weekends, 77 Kids is offering free haircuts to children.
When purchasing selected laptops get a $100 Visa gift card.
When purchasing certain laptops get $100 toward future apple purchases.
Lots of deals. One that especially caught our eye—a dish chair for college dorms is only $17.99.
Online:
Our picks: Pottery Barn Kids, Lands End Kids, Sears, JC Penney, Target, Amazon, and Staples. Some stores will now send instant mobile coupons to your Smartphone, too.
Helpful Mom websites
Check out these Mom-based websites for back to school information: coolmompicks.com, moms.com, befrugal.com and busy-mommy.com.
