December 8th, 2009
The New Arrivals keep coming even this close to the big day!
Radio Flyer, the latest award winners, stocking stuffers for kids and fun adults. Plus some last minute bargains. Do you have our catalouge?
November 9th , 2009
BUY 2 get the 3rd FREE!!!
4M makes such good value craft kits from 4.99 to 14.99, and science kits too. Combine, mix and match, stock up for birthdays, or holidays this is a GREAT deal just in time for the indoor season.
Read More
October, 28th, 2009
New Calico Critters Web Site -It's Interactive
Your kids will love the new and improved Calico web site. And YOU will love that the prices are falling to almost at par with US prices with the stronger Canadian dollar - Hooray!.
Read More
August 28th, 2009
Back to School can be FUN!
Friday, Aug 28th, on Global Noon News we will discuss ways to support your child's interest in the world around them focusing specifically on some of our popular science toys and teaching aids.
See the Featured Toys Here
June 25th, 2009
Hot Summer Toys interview on Global
Check out Featured Toys for a list of the items that made our Top 10 list for 2009 Outside play. If you would like a referral to a local neighbourhood toy store in your area we can do that for you. .
Read More
June 24th, 2009
Fun with the Family
We've listed some of the fun family activities coming up over this weird week with a Stat smack dab in the middle of it. You can also see the fun pics from the Grand Parade and Teddy Picnic on Facebook..
Read More
April 22nd, 2009
Did you get our newsletter? Lots of great ways to SAVE with Earth Days.
Colouring Contest with coupon, prizes, & free gift until May 22nd Plan gift with purchase.
GLOBAL INTERVIEW
Fri., April 24th: RETRO TOYS.
.
Read More
MArch13th, 2009
Another Exclusive, Another Amazing Inventor Mom!
A busy teacher and a mom of 3, Elaine has created a product that is sure to meet the needs of many family's busy schedules. Watch our interview on Friday the 27th or see just some of her great organizing magnets ....
Read More
March 3rd, 2009
Brand New" Draw On Your Own Shirts" - EXCLUSIVE to our lil' Shop!!
Until April we will be the only retailer anywhere with these innovative design your own shirts .... .
Read More
Feb. 10, 2009
"We have the largest selection of CALICO CRITTERS east of Vancouver"
Check out our ad in THE NOW Newspaper "Design an Ad" where local elementary students do up their own artwork for the paper. Look for our 20% off coupon too..
January 28th, 2009
NEW NEW NEW from Toronto Toy FAIR!!!
Love this time of year as the new products are arriving every day! NEW Playmobil (see our interview on Global Friday Jan. 30th around 12:30) NEW Schylling (retro), New Alex - great crafts and bath toys .
December 17 , 2008
Lovely article in The Now about the benefits of shopping at Small Businesses
The link below should be good for 90 days from Dec 17th .... .
Read More
November 19, 2008
Corporate/Union Kids Christmas Parties -book now!
What if there was a magical place that took away all the headaches and man hours devoted to finding just the right gift for all the kids at this year's company or union Christmas party. Let the Toyologist's carefully choose fun, educational, non-violent toys that you can trust for all the kids on your list. No matter how big or small your list from 1 - 201 (or more) we can custom label each one personally. We also offer gorgeous gift wrapping services. Too late for this year? Make a note of us for next year's planning and budgets.
November 9, 2008
Playmobil Advent Calendars
I am not a fan of the quality of chocolate or even the idea of another month of daily doses of sweets for my young kids in the grocery/dollar store advent calendars. Well, if you have not already discovered the wonderful world of Playmobil Advent Calendars this is your year! Choose from a winter animal scene, princess, pirate, or even knights. Each day the kids get to open a new box to reveal a toy. Fun all on their own but will create a whole scene with backdrop by the end of the 25 days. We find most families end up with at least one for each child in the family.
Read More
Oct 31st, 2008
What to do with a mountain of candy???
For some this is a no-brainer" just help the kids eat through it". For others the candy is too much of a good, or bad, thing on multiple levels. If this fits your family one idea that seems to be gaining popularity with our customers and elsewhere is to have the kids trade their candy in for a toy. Or they can "sell" the candy to you for say .25 each and then they can choose their own. Good luck with all the post Halloween decisions.
Oct 24th, 2008
Gross and Disgusting Toys perfect for October 31st Friday Noon News Interview on Global - Don't miss it - unless you are scared of spiders
Weird and wonderful or silly, fun and freaky or just plain offensive. I have to think like a young boy sometimes when ordering this stuff. But there are legions of fans out there that appreciate the humour of gas and dog doo don't ask me why.
Read More
Sept 23rd, 2008
Eco-Friendly Toys Interview on Global Noon News Friday, Sept. 26th
Check out the latest innovations in materials and manufacturing with Green Toys and other like minded companies offering choices for a better future for our kids.
Read More
August 26th, 2008
Global NOON Hour News Interview Friday - August 29th
"Make back to school skills fun with puzzles and games"
Covering a wide age range from those precious preschoolers to the pre-teens we will have a variety of school subjects from reading and math to life skills and more.
Read More
August 19th , 2008
Our Rat A Tat Cat Card Game, by Gamewright, has a new fan on Mommy Footprint Blog
We aren't the only ones that love this game. So does anyone that plays it. Of course we have an open box in the store so you can try it out before you buy, just to make sure. See what Suzanne has to say on her blog.
Read More
July 4th, 2008
Facebook Fan Page
Are you addicted to Facebook? Connect with other Village Toy Shop fans on our brand new PAGE on facebook. Another way to get updates, contests, and discussions. The first one is about your favourite books for toddlers .....
Read More
July 3rd, 2008
Mommy foot print Blog
If you would like to read about what one amazing mom is doing to make the world a better place for her FOUR kids check out her
site and subscribe to her regular posts. Suzanne just wrote a sweet entry about our little shop It is so heart warming to hear that people get what we are aiming to do - make a difference.
