Upcoming vendors at The Skidshop

Here's the dates of the vendors that will be setting up in front of the Skidmore Shop. As usual they take cash, checks, credit cards, debt cards and good ol Skidmore ID.

Mark the dates!!!

Audrey's Art: September 29 - 28
Pashmina scarves, leg warmers, jewelry etc.

Handcrafted Essentials: October 1-2
Handmade jewelry.

Brubakers Clothing: October 8
Clothing by Lacoste, Ralph Lauren, Lilly Pulitzer, Free People just to name a few.

Lilipad Creations: October 27 - 28
Boots, bags, skirts, Fedoras and more.

Tara: November 5-6
Handmade Indian and Moraccan products.

Sell back your old textbooks

Got a stack of books collecting dust? Sell em back. Textbook buy back will be in front of The Skidshop on Tuesday October 22 from 9:15 to 4. Bring your Skidmore ID and books and the good gentlemen working the buy back will give you cold hard cash.

Last day for textbook returns is today!!

You knew this day was coming!!

Skidmore Accents new CD is now available!

Are you bored with The Beatles digitally re-mastered collection yet? Skidmore's all female a cappella group known as The Skidmore Accents have a new CD titled Red & Black. We have copies at The Skidmore Shop. A mere $12 bucks gets you a copy.

Skidshop registers are being glitchy

We apologize about our registers being a bit finicky at times. Thank you for being patient with us. We are working on the problem and hope to have it resolved soon.

Textbook returns at The Skidmore Shop

Textbook returns have started and will go until 9/17 at The Skidmore Shop.

You will need the following items to return textbooks:
-The books you are returning (obviously).
-The original transaction receipt (stapled to a hideously pinkish/orangeish/salmon colored paper).
-The original card (credit,debt,Skidmore ID) you used to purchase your books.
-Your wallet if you paid in cash.

The textbook return area is located inside the Skidmore Shop as you walk in.

Welcome Class of 2013

I know all of you have a lot of things going on today with getting your Skidmore ID, dorms, meeting new people etc etc. Just don't forget to stop into the Skidshop to pick up your textbooks.

Amazing MacBook Pro/Logic Studio bundle deal

The Skidmore Shop loves musicians. We really do. And we know how hard it is to be a starving musician these days. So to help you reach those lofty goals and save money, we are going to give you $300 off of Logic Studio when you purchase it with a 15" 2.53GHz MacBook Pro.

Logic Studio is normally $499. Boooo.
Student pricing is $449. Yay! You saved $50.
Bonus $300 off when purchased with a 15" 2.53GHz MacBook Pro at the discounted price of $1,599.00 makes Logic Studio $149!!! YES!!!!!!!! You saved a total of $450!!!!!

Imagine how many tacos you can get at Taco Bell with $450. I imagine it's a lot.

Contact Bob Carlton at The Skidmore Shop for more information. He's the smarmy one.

Hurry up with your online textbook order. Time is ticking.

Seriously dudes. The clock is ticking. You have until midnight tonight. Order your textbooks online and avoid standing in lines. If you order online we'll pull the books, box em and have the ready for you when you arrive on campus. Click here to start.

Snow Leopard is in stock!

The SkidShop has a stock of Snow Leopard waiting to be installed into your personal Apple computers. Stop in and pick up your copy today.

Also...click here for a list of programs that are currently compatible with Snow Leopard.

50% off at The Skidmore Shop

I'm gonna give you the 411 on a sweet sale we're having at the Skidshop. Show up between 8:00AM and 8:30AM on Monday August 24th, and you are gonna get a sweet 50% off of most merchandise in the store. Yeah..there are exceptions, such as Apple computers and Apple products, textbooks, netbooks, tradebooks, healthy and beauty, newspapers, magazines, some art supplies won't see a discount...as well as a few other things I can't seem to think of right now. But that leaves the rest of the store vulnerable to the 50% discount. But again..the catch is you have to be at the Skidshop between 8:00AM and 8:30AM on Monday August 24th.

We'll even supply the coffee. Well....WE won't. But our pals from Dining Services will.

Speaking of the Dining Services...

I love d-hall tuna melts!!

You hear that world?!?!!

I LOVE D-HALL TUNA MELTS!!!!!!!!!!

Oh...I should also mention that we'll be closing at noon on Monday.

Textbook Tax Credit

If you click the link you'll get this info:

Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's (ARRA) newly created American Opportunity Tax Credit, textbook and other course material expenses – along with tuition and fees incurred in 2009 and 2010 not covered by scholarships or grants – may be claimed as a tax credit on that year's tax return!

TRANSLATION:
You'll be getting a sweet tax return. Hello St. Lucia!!!
Or you'll owe less...which isn't so bad. I mean..it's not St. Lucia.

Click the banner for more information.

Buy your textbooks now!!

I can't believe it's August already! I hope all of you are having a great summer vacation. Things here at The Skid Shop have been pretty good. We've been busy taking care of the summer programs and getting the bookstore ready for the upcoming fall semester. Don't worry....it hasn't been all work. We've all managed to take some time off to recharge ourselves.

Just wanted to remind all of you that you can order and prepay for your textbooks right now online. You pick your books and we'll pack em up in a box and have them ready for you when you arrive on campus in September. Just walk into The Skidmore Shop with your Skidmore ID and pick up your books. It's super easy and super fast. To start this process just click here.

We'll see all of you in September.

We got special hours today!!!

The Skidmore Shop...or Skid Shop to many of you, will have special hours today. We will open at 9:15AM and close at 5:00PM. A good way to start a work week in my eyes. You know...cause I get to sleep in a little.

Here are some facts about The Skidmore Shop that you should know

The Skidmore Shop is an authorized Apple On Campus reseller.

We have a selection Skidmore College Under Armour products.

We support local farmers by hosting a Farmers Market every Friday on the first floor of Case Center.

We carry a huge amount of art supplies at a competitive price.

You can pre-order and pre-pay for your textbooks online. We'll have them boxed up and ready for pick up when you arrive on campus in the fall.

Sell back your textbooks ANYTIME online.

The name of the official Skidmore Shop dog is Forrest.

You can follow our shenanigans on twitter.

We're still here..even in the summer.

It's been a little while since we've posted here. Hey..it's not because we're lazy...we've been busy!! Anyhow, just wanted to let you know that if you happen to be on campus today you should stop into the Skid Shop and check out the ZeBags vendor. She's located right in front of the bookstore and has a great collection of bags for you to use this summer. Then tomorrow we have Audrey's Art returning with her selection of scarves and other goodies.

While you are here you should stop in and take a look at the great deal with have on the 2.13GHz MacBook and the 2.0GHz MacBook. Both of these machines are UNDER a $1,000.

Sweeeeeet!

Lucky number 9 and number 4

A small slice of the Class of 1984
Hey you in the back..don't you owe me money!

If the year you graduated from Skidmore ends in the number 9 or 4...then this is your reunion. Welcome back!! We've missed you. Stop in and visit the Skidmore Shop when you arrive on campus. We're located on the first floor of Case Center. You remember Case Center? Right?

Our hours are as follows:
Thursday 5/28/09
9:15 to 5:00

Friday 5/29/09
9:15 to 5:00

Saturday 5/30/09
9:00 to 4:30

Sunday 5/31/09
9:00 to 12:30

Skidmore College Class of 2009

Well...this is it. The Class of 2009 graduate tomorrow at SPAC. Things start at 11AM and will probably end around 2ish (I'm guessing). The Skidmore Shop will be open on Commencement Day from 2PM to 6PM for all of your Skidmore College goods. Don't forget those coupons we packed into your cap and gowns.

The Skidmore Shop would like to take this moment to congratulate the Class of 2009. You are all wonderful people and we will miss you. Well...most of you. No no no..kidding..of course we'll miss all of you. You've made our time at Skidmore a lot of fun and memorable.

Now, I told myself I wouldn't cry...so I will do my best.

I would like to also take this time to give a special thanks to our graduating Skidmore Shop student employees (past and present).

Jon Schlossberg
Samantha Holtgrewe
Ali Toglia
Anna Tanimoto

Someone hire these people!!..they need jobs!! They are lovely people and really hard workers.

Good luck out there Class of 2009. Thank you for everything and stay in touch.

Great. Now I'm crying. See...are you happy now?

3 more days until we release you into the wild

Commencement is 3 days away. Hopefully all of you have picked up your cap and gown at The Skidmore Shop. You've made your dinner reservations. Only thing left is the flowers. You can purchase your flowers from Commencement Flowers at SPAC (find them INSIDE on the SPAC grounds) or you can pre-purchase online by clicking here.

And just in case you haven't made dinner reservations we have taken the task of creating a list of restaurants in the area for you to choose from.

Beekman Street Bistro
Local ingredients showcased in upscale, but unpretentious cuisine. Menu changes frequently. A fair number of vegetarian options. Enjoy great food in Saratoga’s quickly-growing Art District. Reservations recommended.
62 Beekman Street, 581-1816, Moderate/Expensive

Brindisi’s Restaurant & Bar
Steaks, Chicken, Seafood and Italian. A Saratoga standby for years in the heart of town. Small outdoor patio.
390 Broadway, 587-6262, Moderate/Expensive

Cantina
A modern update on traditional Mexican cuisine. A full bar with festive drinks. Small patio on Broadway great for people watching in the summertime.
430 Broadway, 587-5577, Moderate

Chez Sophie
Chef-owned contemporary French bistro using the freshest ingredients in a simple, yet elegant way. Menu changes daily. An award-winning list features 400 French wines and 36 Belgian-style beers. Reservations recommended.
534 Broadway, Saratoga Hilton, 583-3538, Expensive

Chianti
Chianti il Ristorante is an authentic Italian restaurant in a new location, which retains the charm of its old bronze-filled dining room, but is now closer to the heart of Saratoga’s downtown.
18 Division St., 580-0025, Moderate/Expensive

Circus Café
A large menu of American dishes served in a dining room dancing with circus memorabilia and bright walls. Small patio on Broadway. Karaoke every other Saturday.
392 Broadway, 583-1106, Moderate

Dine
Offering a variety of fish, game, beef, poultry, pasta and other international comfort foods! Complemented with full wine & spirits menu. Reservations suggested.
26 Henry St., 587-9463, Expensive

Esperanto’s
A late night destination for many Skidmore students but also open during the day. They specialize in good food fast. Pizza, rice and beans and falafel are on the menu but the real deal at Esperanto’s is the “doughboy”.
6 ½ Caroline Street, 587-4236, Inexpensive

Forno Toscano Bistro
Forno Bistro is a neighborhood favorite bistro serving fresh, Italian food and wood-fired pizzas. Outdoor dining. No reservations accepted.
541 Broadway, 581-2401, Moderate

Gaffney’s
Casual gourmet American dining in a unique and relaxed atmosphere. Garden bar and patio dining make this a popular summer spot but just as fun in the colder months.
16 Caroline Street, 587-7359, Moderate

Gideon Putnam Resort & Spa
Enjoy a formal dining experience in the Georgian Room or nibble on something lighter at the pub-style Saratoga Grille or the outdoor Café in the Park—also serves breakfast.
24 Gideon Putnam Rd., 584-3000, Fair/Expensive

Gotchya’s
Fresh homemade pasta served in a variety of sauces and traditional styles. Daily meat and seafood specials, too. Full bar & garden seating. Come enjoy the food and the arts district!
68 Beekman Street, 584-5772, Moderate

Grey Gelding
A Cajun-, Tuscan-, and California-influenced menu with an impressive wine list. Live music weekly.
423 Broadway, 584-0957, Moderate/Expensive

Hattie’s
Some of the best Southern comfort food in the Northeast. Winner of the fried chicken throwdown with Bobby Flay. Outdoor bar & patio to enjoy a traditional mojito or mint julep!
45 Phila Street, 584-4790, Moderate/Expensive

Hibachi Japanese Restaurant
Located 10 minutes outside of downtown Saratoga. Hibachi offers traditional Japanese meals at an affordable price.
3310 S Broadway, 580-9343, Moderate/Expensive

Karavallli
Upscale Indian dining. Several seafood, meat, and vegetarian options. Very popular with Skidmore students.
47 Caroline Street, 581.2234, Moderate

Lillian’s
Serving steak, seafood, original chicken dishes and a variety of pastas. Outdoor seating on Broadway.
408 Broadway, 518.587.7766, Fair/Moderate

Little India
Traditional meat and vegetarian specialties of India, made to order and to your preferred degree of hotness.
60 Court St., 583-4151, Fair/Moderate

The Local
Serving traditional English and Irish specialties with a unique selection of beer and tea from around the world. Daily "Chalkboard" specials. Outdoor garden seating available all summer or cozy up to the fireplace during the cold months.
142 Grand Ave., 587-7256, Fair

Longfellow’s
A large menu to be enjoyed in this spacious, yet cozy establishment. A short escape to the comfort of an Adirondack lodge!
500 Union Ave., 587-0108, Moderate/Expensive

Maestro’s
An American take on the traditional bistro. Menu features American, French, and Italian fare, prepared with the freshest local ingredients. Small indoor dining room and patio on Broadway. Featured in the New York Times August 2007 article on Saratoga Springs.
371 Broadway, 580-0312, Expensive

Mare Ristorante
A seafood restaurant with Italian and Mediterranean influence. Wine list featuring more than 150 wines from the world’s finest vineyards. Stay after dinner for drinks at the Otto Lounge.
17 Maple Ave., 583-6955, Moderate/Expensive

Max London’s
Saratoga’s newest restaurant features a large menu inspired by Mediterranean flavors and showcasing fresh local ingredients. Enjoy tapas, wood-fired pizzas, pastas, or one of the seafood or meat daily special entrées.
466 Broadway, 587-3535, Moderate/Expensive

Mouzon House
The Mouzon House serves true French Quarter Cuisine in a restored historic Saratoga home. Organic produce and meats from local farms. Outside garden and roof top seating often features live music in the summertime.
1 York Street, 226-0014, Moderate/Expensive

The Olde Bryan Inn
A Saratoga Springs tradition, this restaurant, in one of the town’s historic buildings (circa 1832), features an extensive menu that includes sandwiches, light fare and hearty dinners
123 Maple Ave, 587-2990, Fair/Expensive

One Caroline Street Bistro
An eclectic menu featuring fresh ingredients from local farms. An extensive wine list, full bar, and live music often. The (older) sister restaurant of the Mouzon House.
1 Caroline Street , 587-2026, Moderate/Expensive

PJ’s Saratoga Style BBQ
Famous barbecued chicken and ribs. Open pit cooked outdoors! Exclusive "wick" sandwiches, wings, burgers, hotdogs, and custard ice cream. Indoor seating or patio service. Only open during the summer.
Rt. 9, South Broadway, 583-CHIK, Moderate

Ravenous
Ravenous features a wide selection of savory and sweet crepes for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. Locals love the Belgian pommes frites – fresh-cut French fries served in paper cones with your choice of dipping sauce.
21 Phila St., 581-0560, Fair/Moderate

Scallion’s
A fresh, wholesome approach to dining. Dinner offers specialty salads, chicken, seafood and pastas. Great food and a beautiful dining room.
44 Lake Ave., 584-0192, Moderate

Springwater Bistro
The Springwater Bistro’s menu changes daily according to the freshest and finest products available. Charming, comfortable, and elegant atmosphere in a restored Victorian home.
139 Union Ave., 584-6440, Expensive

Sushi Thai Garden
Extensive menu features traditional Thai & Japanese cuisine along with unique daily sushi specials. A popular destination for the Skidmore crowd.
44-46 Phila St., 580-0900, Fair/Moderate

Tiznow
Get comfortable on one of the cozy banquettes or at the handsome black wood bar. French and Asian cuisine, Belgian beers and Latin music set the tone that buzzes late into the night.
84 Henry St., 226-0655, Moderate/Expensive

Wheatfield’s
Wheatfield’s menu consists of homemade pastas, chicken, beef, seafood and daily specials. Reservations accepted year-round. Small out door patio on Broadway.
440 Broadway, 587-0534, Moderate/Expensive

The Wine Bar
Incredibly delicious and creative American menu and small formal cheese plates. Chef uses local produce. More than 50 wines by the glass, full bar, and a Wine Spectator awarded wine list. Seating in the main bar area, quiet dining (downstairs at the Wine Bar) with live piano Fri. & Sat, patio seating on Broadway and a NY State approved cigar lounge.
417 Broadway, 584-8777, Moderate/Expensive

Cap and Gown day is here

Alright Seniors. You're almost there. Graduation is just a couple of days away. We want to make sure you look good when you walk across that stage. We will be handing out cap and gowns all day today at The Skidmore Shop.

If for some reason you forgot to order your cap and gown (it happens)..don't panic. Just come to the store and talk to someone. It's first come first serve on the extra cap and gowns. Meaning the sooner you are here the better we can get you into a cap and gown thats fitted just for you. But if you can't make it in..well..that just means you might have a really long cap and gown..or a really short one. I'd say just get in here.

Jostens Rings will also be here with to help you with a Skidmore ring purchase. You'll have a chance to win one of four Skidmore class rings.

You will also find a coupon for 40% off of Skidmore insignia merchandise. It's only for good for today and its only for the Senior class...sorry to all you non seniors...be patient..your time will come.