The second Saturday in November is Neighborhood Toy Store Day!
On Nov. 12, 2011, local toy stores around the country will be celebrating the joy of play with special events.
Q: Â What is a “neighborhood” toy store?
A: Â It’s the independently owned toy store offering specialty toys and unique customer service.
Q: Â Why should I shop at a neighborhood toy store?
A: Â When you buy from locally-owned businesses like toy stores, more of your dollar stays in the community. Â It creates a multiplier effect when it goes back into the local economy.
Q: Â How can I find a neighborhood toy store?
A: Â Go to the ASTRA (American Specialty Toy Retailing Association) website and look for “Find a Store” or click here to find a neighborhood, specialty toy store in your area.
Here are some of the great toys chosen by ASTRA as Best Toys for Kids 2011.
Go to a local toy store and play!
Shrinky Dinks Fairy Garden. Color and bake these Shrinky Dinks from Creativity forKids and transform a pop-up garden into a fun fairy hide-away.
Happily Ever After Box. Follow the numbered legend and mosaic over 750 sparkling tiles and jewels… and watch a magical story spring to life!
Fastrack - the action is non-stop and the fun is plentiful.