Thursday, March 31, 2011

Join us for April Play Days at our Boulder and Flatirons Locations!



Designed for children ages 2-7 and an accompanying adult, each Play Day focuses on a different theme, with engaging stories, creative crafts, exciting science experiments and fun games. Add some play time this April at Grandrabbit's!
  
BOULDER - TUESDAYS AT  10:30

April 5th 
Rainbow Play - Discover the wonders of a prism and explore all the colors of a rainbow

April 12th
Pat Your Head - Can you do this? Answer this question as we try a few tricks and stunts.

April 19th
Animal Crackers Caper - Celebrate the birthday of Animal Crackers! Sort them, stack them and make them disappear.

April 26th
April Showers - Make a springtime splash, as you investigate the power of a shower to grow a flower.

FLATIRONS - THURSDAYS AT 10:30   

April 7th
Rainbow Play - Discover the wonders of a prism and explore all the colors of a rainbow.

April 14th
Pat Your Head - Can you do this? Answer this question as we try a few tricks and stunts.

April 21st
Animal Cracker Caper - Celebrate the birthday of Animal Crackers! Sort them, stack them and make them disappear

April 28th
April Showers - Make a springtime splash, as you investigate the power of a shower to grow a flower.

Our Annual Easter Drawing Contest is Underway!



Open to children ages 1-10, our Easter Drawing Contest gives your kids the chance to be creative and draw themselves with Grandrabbit!
  • Customers can come to any of our stores to pick up a drawing form.
  • There is a prize for every child that turns in an entry.
  • One big winner will be selected in each age group.
  • All entries must be submitted by April 23rd, the Saturday before Easter.
Stop into our Boulder or Flatirons locations (click here for a map and directions) to pick up an entry form and start drawing!

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Egg-stra Special Easter Basket Ideas

 Oh no! Easter is less than a month away Little Chick! I can't think of what to get for my little bunnies!

Hey there Little Chick and Fuzzy Bunny! Sorry to barge in, but I couldn't help but overhearing that you need some Easter basket suggestions. I have some great ideas!

Start with some Grow Your Own Easter Grass! It's 100% natural, biodegradable AND compostable! It makes a great eco-friendly alternative to cellophane grass.

Then you can put it in one of these beautiful willow baskets by Longhorn Imports! They sure are spiffy looking, and once Easter is over, you can decorate your rabbit den or chicken coop with them.

Puzzleballs are always fun!

And everyone loves Silly Putty!

 How about a Pail of Posies? They make the perfect springtime gift!
 

Of course, there's always bunnies - and books about bunnies!


Finally, don't forget the candy! There are lots of yummy options to choose from, like Panorama Sugar Eggs, Jelly Bellys, and bubble gum mini eggs.

Wow Moxy the Ugly Doll, those are great ideas! My little bunnies are going to be so psyched this Easter!

Wait what's that quacking noise?

HEY! YOU FORGOT ABOUT ONE IMPORTANT EASTER GIFT!

DUCKS!! EVERY EASTER BASKET NEEDS DUCKS!! DUCKS ARE AWESOME!!

Boy Mr. Duck, you really quack me up!


Hop into Grandrabbit's for all your Easter fun!

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

We're Looking for Superstars to Join the Grandrabbit's Team!




We are adding a new location at The Orchard (144th & I-25) and are hiring for several positions (Management, Merchandising, Books, Plush, Buying and Sales) for our fast-paced, innovative, and consciously co-created company!

We would love to find people who have a passion for the above listed roles and who find satisfaction in supporting their team’s goals. New employee training will be held at our Boulder store. 

Our ideal candidate will have the following qualities: 

Collaborative Nature
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Good Work Ethic
High Energy
Sense of Humor
Creative Thinking
Great Organizational Abilities
Excellent Communication Skills
Can-Do Attitude
Leadership Qualities
Motivation
Inspiration
Out-of-the-Box Thinking
Friendly and Fun Disposition 

We offer a great working environment, flexible hours, exceptional team spirit and support, a participatory and innovative corporate culture, opportunity for growth, and a generous discount. If this seems like a great opportunity, we would love to hear from you! 

Please stop into our Boulder or Flatirons location (click here for maps and directions) for a screening form and to set up an interview. No phone calls please.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Save the Date! It's the 34th Annual Great Easter Egg Race at Boulder!



On April 23rd, join us for the Great Easter Egg Race at our Boulder store! Now in it's 34th year, the race has become an exciting annual tradition in the Boulder community.

There are twelve races in total, divided into three different leagues by age. Each league's race features an appropriate degree of challenge, as the kids scramble to collect the eggs. We hide a thousand eggs per race, each containing coupons for 5, 10, and 25 cents; $1, $5, and $10. One lucky racer will find the special golden egg, containing a $50 grand prize!

We hope we'll see you on April 23rd!

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Coming Soon! Grandrabbit's in Orchard Town Center!


We have signed the lease to open our new store in The Orchard Town Center in Westminster!

The 6200 square foot space, formerly the site of American Eagle and the temporary Toys R' Us Christmas store, is located across from the AMC Imax Theater. Brian Maslosky will renovate the space, in preparation for an April opening.

This begins an exciting new chapter in the Grandrabbit's story. We are looking forward to serving the Westminster community with the same socially-conscious values, unique merchandise and attention to customer service that our customers in the Boulder area have come to appreciate. 

 Check below for pictures of the new space!




Welcome to The Hop Spot!


Grandrabbit's Toy Shoppe is excited to enter the blog-o-sphere with The Hop Spot! This blog will be a great resource for parents (and of course, grandparents and aunts and uncles), as well as professionals who work with children. We will feature fun activities, product reviews, and explorations of the latest in education and child development.

We will also feature news about upcoming events at Grandrabbit's, including our annual Easter Egg Race, now in it's 34th year, and the grand opening of our newest location at The Orchard Town Center in Westminister, Colorado.

Watch this space for all the good news and fun ideas to come!