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2008 Shop Week News Archive

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Ivanka's exclusive Rock Crystal Bead Earrings
Ivanka Trump, one of today's most influential social and style icons, presents a special piece benefiting Shop for Public Schools. For every pair of Ivanka's exclusive Rock Crystal Bead Earrings sold during Shop week, a portion of the sale will be donated to The Fund for Public Schools....

Children’s Book Reading & Signing

On October 5, take your kids to Books of Wonder in Chelsea for a knee-slapping romp through recent children's literature. Join five talented authors and illustrators as they enchant children and adults with their latest publications, including Lane Smith's Madame President, ...

Blue Ribbon General Store

Blue Ribbon General Store
To celebrate our One Year Anniversary please stop by on Sunday October 5th (on your way to/ from the Atlantic Antic!) for special sale items and special treats to mark our big day!!...

An Evening of Smiles & Surprises

An Evening of Smiles & Surprises
From Disney characters to Daytime stars, this evening of smiles and surprises offers something for everyone! World of Disney NYC is opening their store exclusively to us for a special benefit for Shop for Public Schools from 6-8PM. ABC Daytime’s Chrishell Stause from ALL MY CHILDREN,...

Meet Author Valerie Tripp

Are you a fan of Felicity, Josefina, Kit, Molly and other favorite American Girl character books? Want to help spread the love of reading to thousand of NYC school students? Well here’s an event you can’t miss. Come meet Valerie Tripp, the award-winning author of dozens of the...

The Theory Icon Project

The Theory Icon Project
The Theory Icon Project is collaborating with The Fund for Public Schools in the months of September and October. A photographic installation featuring yearbook photos from notable minds nurtured in NYC public schools will be on display in Theory stores throughout the New York area,...

Best Buy Coupon

Best Buy, a Shop for Public Schools retail partner
Best Buy, a Shop for Public Schools retail partner, is supporting our schools in a big way in 2008. Download their special Shop Week coupon, and you’ll get a Best Buy gift card with a purchase of at least...

Sweet Shopping at Make My Cake

Sweet Shopping at Make My Cake
Shop for Public Schools is proud to have so many Harlem retailers on board this year, including Make My Cake. This full-service Harlem bakeshop serves up cakes, cupcakes and other homemade treats. On October 6th, Make My Cake is hosting a "Make-Your-Own Cupcake" party from 1-5pm....

Tory Burch Cocktail Party

Tory Burch Cocktail Party
An evening of tasty cocktails and classically modern clothing. . .what a way to kick things off in style! At her chic SOHO location, Tory Burch will host a night of sipping and shopping to celebrate the start of Shop for Public Schools 2008. Browse through Tory’s latest fall collection...

Cocktails at N

Cocktails at N
Join The Fund for Public Schools as we wrap up Shop for Public Schools 2008 on a high note at N Boutique in Harlem. Located on West 116th Street, N's unique blend of style and educated excellence will be the backdrop for an evening of cocktails, company and clothing. Browse N's selection...

Meet Tinsley Mortimer

Meet Tinsley Mortimer
As usual, a social event with Tinsley Mortimer is THE place to be for fashionable New Yorkers. On October 4th, Samantha Thavasa’s Upper East Side boutique will host Tinsley and guests for a very special occasion. You probably know Tinsley Mortimer as a designer of handbags for Samantha...

Tote Bags Celebrate Shop!

Tote Bags Celebrate Shop!
This year, you can show everyone that you Shop for Public Schools with style! Make sure to check out the all-new Shop for Public Schools totebags, designed by Cynthia Rowley and produced exclusively by Fishs Eddy. You can pick up the bags at either store or on their websites, and at many...

The Treats Truck

The Treats Truck
Shop for Public Schools is coming to a corner near you! The Treats Truck is thrilled to be participating in this year's program, donating a portion of sales from their Specials of the Day. Hungry New Yorkers with a sweet tooth can stop by The Treats Truck for tasty treats from Mint...

All-Star Cast Kicks Off Shop Week

Chancellor Klein, Caroline Kennedy and Sarah Jessica Parker will kick off Shop f
On October 1st, First Deputy Mayor Patricia Harris, Chancellor Klein, Caroline Kennedy and Sarah Jessica Parker will kick off Shop for Public Schools 2008 by shopping at one of our participating retailers. This year's program will be our biggest and best yet- with more participating...

Jeunesse Spa

Jeunesse ‘Spas for Life’
To benefit New York’s public schools, Jeunesse ‘Spas for Life’ will host a wellness event on Friday, October 3rd (5-8PM) featuring facial reflexology, skin care consultations, chiropractic evaluations, chair massages, acupuncture, stress and nutrition and lifestyle counseling. ...