Happy holiday!

Have a happy and safe holiday everyone. We'll see you in 2008!

The Skidmore Shop staff

It's not too late..put in your order before 1PM today!

If you want guaranteed Christmas delivery you need to place your order today before 1PM and you need to have it shipped via Express Mail. So hurry!

We are sorry, but we are currently all out of our exclusive Skidmore College Peppermint Pigs. Mark it on your calendar for 2008. Order a Skidmore College Peppermint Pig early to ensure you get one for the holidays next year.

Last Day to Order Online for Christmas Delivery

This is it....today is the last day you can order from the web site and get it shipped via Priority Mail in time for Christmas. Express shipping is available until 1:00 pm, Friday, 12/21.

Merry Christmas!

Buyback in Progress

Now’s the time, we’re buying books. All week at the side door of The Shop during business hours and Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 pm at the dining hall. For more information on buyback, check out our info page under Student Resources on this site.

Put a little extra cash in your pocket for the holidays!

The Skidmore Shop Continues To Go Green

The Skidmore Shop is expanding its' line of earth friendly items. We have just gotten in 2 new hats that are organic. They are made with certified organic cotton that has been grown according to international standards ... which means no pesticides, no herbicides or synthetic fibers! We will be having organic T-shirts early in 2008 as well.

FREE SHIPPING TODAY!

Today is the day folks. Free shipping on all online orders with standard shipping. Save some serious money this holiday by taking advantage of this great promotion.

This promotion ends at 5PM (EST) on Thursday December 13, 2007.

30% sale on our Holiday gifts!

Stop into the Skidmore Shop and receive 30% off all Holiday merchandise. Hurry!

EXCEPTIONS Not discounted:*Skidmore Christmas ornaments,the Hospital oranament ,holiday candy or any holiday items on the clearance table.

Free shipping on all online orders with standard shipping!

Traveling and holiday shopping can take its toll on our checking accounts. So we decided to help out a little bit. On Thursday December 13th The Skidmore Shop will be offering FREE SHIPPING on all online orders with standard shipping. Yes...free! So get your order in on December 13th before we close at 5PM and we'll pay for the standard shipping.

While we're at it I just wanted to give you information on Christmas delivery guarantees.

All orders with standard shipping must be in by 5PM on December 19th for guaranteed Christmas delivery.

All order with overnight delivery must be in by 1PM on December 21st for guaranteed Christmas delivery.

Faculty Book Orders

Note to our faculty friends.

Textbook orders are now over due at The Shop. If you have not placed your orders, please contact Debi (Ext. 5493) or Terry (Ext. 5495) as soon as possible. Early adoptions guarantee that your books will be available for the first day of classes and allows us to find used copies of text, when available, to save your students money. We can also offer students more for their books at buyback if we know you will be using them again next semester.
To those of you who have already placed your orders…..THANK YOU!

Forrest the Clearance Hound

He’s in the House!

Forrest is dropping by on Wednesday, December 12. Newly appointed as the official “Clearance Hound” of The Skidmore Shop, Forrest brings with him a 15% discount on all items already marked down for clearance. Stop by for a sloppy kiss or to offer a scratch behind the ears….

The Skidmore Shop needs models

The Skidmore Shop needs models for our website. If you are interested contact Bob Carlton at 518-580-5491 or email him at rcarlton@skidmore.edu.

Textbooks are on-line!

On-line textbook sales at The Skidmore Shop begin on December 12. Place your orders here http://textbooks.skidmore.edu/home.aspx

Why buy your books at The Shop?

1. We’re easy. Just follow the link, find your class information, place your order….it’s that simple.
2. We guarantee you’ll get the right book for your class. We’ve got the right edition, the right bundle….exactly what your professor needs you to have for your class.
3. We’re quick. No need to visit multiple sites only to find the wrong book and then have to send it back. Our site will get the books you need, the first time. Place your order, stop by The Shop, and pick up your books. Done.
4. Compare our prices. No hidden fees, no shipping costs….are you sure you’re really saving anything in the end? We also save you money with used books. 58% of the books we sold last semester were used books….that saved you big bucks. Check our prices, you might just be surprised.
5. You’ll have your books when class begins. If you buy from us, your books are not going to be lost in the mail or delayed in shipping; you will have it when you need it.
6. The money you spend with us stays at Skidmore. The Skidmore Shop is a wholly owed auxiliary of Skidmore College, we’re here to support your education.

It’s quick….it’s easy….it’s the best way to buy your books!

Bucks for Books!

We want your books! Textbook buy back at The Shop begins on Friday, December 14. It’s a great way to get some extra cash for the gift for someone special.

Friday, December 14
9:15 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday, December 15
Noon – 3:00 pm
Monday – Thursday, December 17 – December 20
9:15 am – 4:30 pm
Friday, December 21
9:15 am – 3:30 pm

New this term, we will also be doing buys in the Dining Hall.

Sunday, December 16 – WAFFLEFEST!
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Tuesday – Wednesday, December 18 – December 19
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Last Thank You Thursday of the semester! Hurry

Today is your last chance to get 15% off most items at The Skidmore Shop for the 2007 Fall semester. Come one down and find that perfect gift for your family and friends or just treat yourself to something good for all of your hard work this semester.

We also have 30% off most holiday items and Ashley's Art has returned with her amazing selection of pashima scarves, leg warmers and jewelry.

Our free Teddy Bear promotion has been extended!

We just wanted to let you know that due to popular demand we've extended our free Teddy Bear promotion an extra week! Spend over $50 (before taxes) in the store or online and receive a free Teddy Bear wearing a shirt that says "Someone at Skidmore loves me". Or, if you'd prefer, we'll arrange for the bear to be donated to Toys For Tots.

Sorry, gift cards do not apply to this promotion. But purchasing WITH a gift card does.

Poet Cyrus Cassells to give reading on December 6

The Skidmore Department of English will host a reading by poet Cyrus Cassells at 8PM. Thursday, December 6th in the Surrey Williamson Inn. Admission is free and open to the public.

You can purchase a copy of Cyrus Cassells book at the reading or at The Skidmore Shop.

Audrey's Art returns to The Skidmore Shop

Audrey's Art is returning to Skidmore College! Find them in front of The Skidmore Shop on Thursday December 6th and Friday December 7th.
Great looking items for a holiday gift or something for yourself.

Pashmina scarves, with many new designs and colors from their last visit.

Leg warmers,in solid colors and stripes to help you get through the cold weather that has just arrived.

Sterling silver jewelry, costume jewelry, pearl necklaces and marcasite jewelry.
Headbands, with many new colors and designs.

They will also have complimentary small organza gift bags for the jewelry and pink gift bags for other purchases.

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