Monday, December 10, 2012

Santa Visits The Village Toymaker!



Even Santa shops at The Village Toymaker! We caught this shot of him as he picked out a few items at our CMOM store. He did leave lots of great items behind, so we still have plenty of things that will make terrific gifts for everyone on your list!
 
 

Saturday, December 8, 2012

We Won The Gold! (Again)

The results are in. Once again we have been voted as the BEST place to buy toys, and have won the GOLD in the Memphis Parent 2012 Family Choice Awards competition!

Monday, December 3, 2012

Book Signing Event at Germantown

We are hosting a Book Signing event at our Germantown store, featuring a  local author, on Saturday, December 15, 2012 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm.

Frank Sher, a local author, will read and sign his new book, "Penny Talks to the Animals", at our Germantown Location (9155 Poplar Avenue, in the Shops of Forest Hill).

Don't miss it!

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Small Business Saturday, 2012

Don't miss out on the $25 credit from American Express for Small Business Saturday, November 24, 2012. We are consistently rated as the BEST toy store in the Memphis area, so why not consider getting a jump on your holiday shopping and spend your $25 credit with us? Don't forget that you need to REGISTER your card to get the credit. More details can be found here: www.ShopSmall.com
Or on our website at www.thevillagetoymaker.com/Home/Small_Business_Saturday_2012.php

Friday, November 9, 2012

Shop Germantown

This Saturday, November 10, 2012 is the Shop Germantown Open House event. This is a great opportunity to get a jump on your holiday shopping and avoid the "Black Friday" chaos.

Why shop in Germantown?

1. Convenience
2. Safety
3. Many unique stores and one-of-a kind boutiques
4. Support local businesses that offer job opportunities for local residents.
5. Sales tax revenues support important city services, including schools.


Come and visit us on Saturday!

Monday, October 29, 2012

Monday Morning Story Time

We have added the books that we will be reading at our FREE Monday Morning Story Time events in NOVEMBER to the Germantown store Facebook page. Take a look at the great books and call or stop in to the Germantown store to reserve your place. Remember to sign up early, as the spots are limited and they do fill up fast. Details are also posted on the website: bit.ly/iaT11P

Thursday, September 27, 2012

We have added the books that we will be reading at our FREE Monday Morning Story Time events in OCTOBER to the Germantown store Facebook page. Take a look at the great books and call or stop in to the Germantown store to reserve your place. Remember to sign up early, as the spots are limited and they do fill up fast. Details are also posted on the website: bit.ly/iaT11P

Saturday, September 1, 2012

Village Toymaker Annual Sale

The enormous Village Toymaker Annual Sale is almost here! Don't forget to stop in to one of our four Memphis area stores between Thursday, September 6, 2012 and Sunday, September 9, 2012 for fantastic store-wide savings! Watch here for more information.  Use this link to view a PDF with more detailed information: http://bit.ly/qZVBmI

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Germantown Sidewalk Sale

Come visit our GERMANTOWN store in the Shops of Forest Hill (Poplar at Forest Hill-Irene) during the 10th Annual Germantown Sidewalk Sale, Friday 07/20/2012 through Sunday 07/22/2012!   Yes, we are EXTENDING the sale through SUNDAY, 07/22!  Many Germantown merchants are participating in this fantastic city-wide event!  Look for the red balloons!  http://www.thevillagetoymaker.com/Home/home.html

Friday, June 1, 2012

Sizzlin' Summer Crafts

Are you looking for something for your kids to do to deal with the summertime boredom? We are holding FREE Sizzlin' Summer Craft events over the summer at our Germantown store that are just the ticket.

Join us on Tuesdays as we have craft time and go home with some nifty take-home projects! We’ll play from 11-12 on Tuesday mornings in June and July.

Be sure to sign up soon, as each event is limited to 16 children and the spots do fill up fast! Click here to check our website for more details: http://bit.ly/lzcTbi

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Monday Morning Story Time

We have added the books that we will be reading at our FREE Monday Morning Story Time events in JUNE to the Germantown store Facebook page. Take a look at the great books and call or stop in to the Germantown store to reserve your place. Remember to sign up early, as the spots are limited and they do fill up fast. Details are also posted on the website: bit.ly/iaT11P

Please do note that there will be no Story Time on Monday, May 28, 2012 because of the Memorial Day holiday. Enjoy the holiday with your family! Please join with us in remembering and honoring the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Come hear a story, eat a cookie, do a craft!

For kids aged 18 months to 5 years.

Call (901) 755-3309 or stop in for more information and to sign up.
FREE, Limited to 15 children.

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A 20% discount on any single item is offered to the parent of Story Time ATTENDEES at the conclusion of the Story Time event!

Friday, April 20, 2012

We have added the books that we will be reading at our FREE Monday Morning Story Time events in MAY to the Germantown store Facebook page. Take a look at the great books and call or stop in to the Germantown store to reserve your place. Remember to sign up early, as the spots are limited and they do fill up fast. Details are also posted on the website: http://bit.ly/iaT11P

Please do note that there will be no Story Time on Monday, May 28, 2012 because of the Memorial Day holiday. Enjoy the holiday with your family! Please join with us in remembering and honoring the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Come hear a story, eat a cookie, do a craft!

For kids aged 18 months to 5 years.

Call (901) 755-3309 or stop in for more information and to sign up.
FREE, Limited to 15 children.

--> Please reserve your space early, as the spots do fill up fast! <--

A 20% discount on any single item is offered to the parent of Story Time ATTENDEES at the conclusion of the Story Time event!

Monday, March 26, 2012

Happy Easter

Easter is right around the corner and we at The Village Toymaker have lots of great items for Easter giving. We can also help you to create the perfect Easter basket for all of those on your Easter bunny list. Stop in to any of our 4 Memphis area stores or call us at (901) 755-3309 for additional ideas!

Friday, January 20, 2012

Valentine Photo Shoot at Germantown

Mark your calendar for an exciting Village Toymaker special event on Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm!

Enjoy a mini photo shoot for your kids, with a set of 25 Custom Boutique Valentine Cards featuring an adorable photo of your little valentine.

Also bring a donation of new pajamas and books to donate to The Pajama Program ( www.pajamaprogram.org ) and receive a bonus gift.
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The cost of the Valentine Collection is $50, plus tax.

The incredibly talented Jessica Risinger of Jessica Risinger Photography will be at the Germantown store for this exciting event.

More details:
http://www.jessicarisinger.com/?p=1303

Please contact Jessica directly to schedule your appointment:
(901) 230-2216 or
jrisingerphoto@gmail.com