Barnes & Noble Stores Set to Roll Out the Red Carpet
By Mel Fabrikant Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 06:35 PM EDT
At Nationwide Educator Appreciation Events From High Teas to Gift Baskets to Book Presentations -
Local Stores Find Unique Ways to Show Their Gratitude
It’s not Harry Potter. It’s not Stephenie Meyer. But it’s still one of the biggest parties of the year! During the week of Oct. 11-19th, Barnes & Noble stores across the country will roll out the red carpet (or make that apples!) to honor preK-grade 12 educators in their communities with fun events and special receptions.
(Or Make That Apples!)
“We partner with schools year-round, but at our fall appreciation events, we really take the time to thank educators for all their hard work,” said Sarah DiFrancesco, Barnes & Noble’s Director of Community Relations. “Educators are so vital to our children’s lives. They teach them to read and inspire in them a love of learning. Our booksellers take pride in creating special events to show how much we appreciate them.”
Though “appreciation” is the nationwide focus, each store finds a unique way to celebrate local educators. Some stores will host high teas in their Cafés, offering pastries with their selection of Harney & Sons gourmet teas. Others will feature store tours, book talks, game events - even topical seminars earning Continuing Education credits.
The Barnes & Noble store at 765 Route 17 South, Paramus, NJ will host its reception on Wed. October 15, 2007 at 5:00 PM. The event will feature psychotherapist Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD and her topic is: “Teaching Children People Skills Through Literature and Activities.” She is the author of The Unwritten Rules of Friendship: Simple Strategies to Help Your Child Make Friends and What About Me? Register by calling 201-445-5950.
Despite the diversity of activities, a few popular items are featured at every event - the chance for educators to win a $500 Barnes & Noble gift card, fabulous prizes and giveaways, a 25% discount on classroom and personal purchases, and a 10% discount on CDs and DVDs.
All PreK through 12th grade school teachers and administrators will receive 25%* off their book purchases and 10% off DVDs and music from October 11th-19th when they present their valid Barnes & Noble Educators Discount Card.
*Normal exclusions apply. See any bookseller for details.
Local Stores Find Unique Ways to Show Their Gratitude
It’s not Harry Potter. It’s not Stephenie Meyer. But it’s still one of the biggest parties of the year! During the week of Oct. 11-19th, Barnes & Noble stores across the country will roll out the red carpet (or make that apples!) to honor preK-grade 12 educators in their communities with fun events and special receptions.
(Or Make That Apples!)
“We partner with schools year-round, but at our fall appreciation events, we really take the time to thank educators for all their hard work,” said Sarah DiFrancesco, Barnes & Noble’s Director of Community Relations. “Educators are so vital to our children’s lives. They teach them to read and inspire in them a love of learning. Our booksellers take pride in creating special events to show how much we appreciate them.”
Though “appreciation” is the nationwide focus, each store finds a unique way to celebrate local educators. Some stores will host high teas in their Cafés, offering pastries with their selection of Harney & Sons gourmet teas. Others will feature store tours, book talks, game events - even topical seminars earning Continuing Education credits.
The Barnes & Noble store at 765 Route 17 South, Paramus, NJ will host its reception on Wed. October 15, 2007 at 5:00 PM. The event will feature psychotherapist Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD and her topic is: “Teaching Children People Skills Through Literature and Activities.” She is the author of The Unwritten Rules of Friendship: Simple Strategies to Help Your Child Make Friends and What About Me? Register by calling 201-445-5950.
Despite the diversity of activities, a few popular items are featured at every event - the chance for educators to win a $500 Barnes & Noble gift card, fabulous prizes and giveaways, a 25% discount on classroom and personal purchases, and a 10% discount on CDs and DVDs.
All PreK through 12th grade school teachers and administrators will receive 25%* off their book purchases and 10% off DVDs and music from October 11th-19th when they present their valid Barnes & Noble Educators Discount Card.
*Normal exclusions apply. See any bookseller for details.
