Grandma’s Place
84 West 120th St.
New York, NY 10027
(212) 360-6776
Store Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 11am to 7pm Sunday 1pm-6pm
By Roz Dames
Interested in your child becoming part of a beautiful work of art for a landmark venue? Grandma’s Place, Harlem’s one and only black-owned toy and bookstore, is hosting a picture day for children ages 8 and under. These beautiful, professional photographs will be transformed into a delightful mural that will make Grandma’s Place even more of a magical, kid-friendly place than it already is. Have your child become part of a historical moment in a truly lasting way. And it’s free! Local photographer Bryant Mack will be taking pictures Sunday, May 18, 2008, from 9am to 12pm.
“Grandma’s Place is a children’s toy and bookstore known for its nostalgic toys and self-esteem-enhancing books,” says friendly store manager Dennys Franklyn. “All the toys promote motor skills, personal interaction and self development [as opposed to] children just watching something on TV or robotically playing an electronic game.”
A “teacher’s teacher” who originally founded Grandma’s Place in 1999 as an intergenerational literacy center, Dawn Harris-Martine has since expanded this treasure in this Harlem community to include products that are at once educational and multicultural.
“Everyone should come in and see themselves reflected in the store and as part of a mosaic,” says the beloved educator. “We have Asian, Hispanic, Korean, white, and African dolls because that’s the reality of this neighborhood…it’s very important that [children] can come to a place where they can see their faces shining out at them.”
A free event, the photo shoot presents an opportunity to forever be a part of Grandma’s Place as surely as a profound love for education and for children have a permanent place in her heart. Save the date: Sunday May 18, 2008, from 9am to 12pm.
For more information visit Roz Dames at http://www.rozwriter.typepad.com or contact Dennys Franklin at (212) 360-6776.
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Roz
May 14, 2008
As per the flyer, May 18 is Sunday. Sorry for the confusion! It will be worth the trip, though, and there will be a 10% discount if you mention my article on Uptown Flavor. (^_^) See you there & thanks in advance for coming out to support! Roz
D. Bell
May 14, 2008
Readers, please check back for updates. I am confirming the date with the writer and will update the post later today. Sorry for the confusion.
courtney
May 14, 2008
is this event Sat. may 17 or sunday may 18?
LGP
May 14, 2008
The 18th is Sunday. Is it Saturday or Sunday??? Thanks!!!