York Events
If you or your organization would like to volunteer at any of the fundraising events listed below, e-mail BoscovsBlog@gmail.com.
September 15 thru October 12 - Campus of Courses
Thursday, September 18 - Senior Health Fair
Raise funds for your local Alzheimer's organization
September 27 - VIP Day
To benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation
October 7 - Friends Helping Friends
Purchase a $5 Shopping Pass to benefit local non-profit organizations
October - Halloween Event and Candy Exchange
November 8 - Multiple Sclerosis Event
Support your local MS Society
Thanksgiving thru December 31 - Food Drive
December 6 - Festival of Fun and Giving
Tues, December 9 - Special Needs Shopping
*Please see below for details!
POWER OF
PINK
Boscov's and the Estee Lauder
Companies invite you to think pink and show you care.
Join Boscov's as we help increase awareness and raise funds
for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Show your support by visiting
Boscov's to see the wonderful selection of pink-inspired merchandise we will be
selling in our Cosmetics Department. All proceeds will go directly to the
Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation helps to fund
groundbreaking research dedicated to treating, curing and preventing breast
cancer. With your help, we can achieve prevention and a cure in our
lifetime.
Recycle your old Crocs at Boscov's!
Boscov's has partnered with SolesUnited to become an Authorized Collection Partner.
Drop off your worn out Crocs in the Shoe Department. Feel good
knowing that you are helping to provide new Crocs shoes to those in
need around the world!
Donate your used Cell Phones to help end Domestic Violence.
There are times when a cell
phone and the ability to call 911 can mean the difference between life and the
injury or even death to a victim of domestic violence. ACCESS-York collects
unwanted cell phones from the general public and the phones are reprogrammed to
call 911 and given to families we serve. The remaining phones and accessories
are recycled through a national collection program call Shelter Alliance. Drop
your used phones in the collection box at our Courtesy Desk. Thank you for your
support!
Join the Faculty of Boscov's Campus of Courses
Do
you have a hobby or talent you would like to share?
Boscov’s
is looking for talented people who would like to teach their own
special talent
or hobby to others during our semi-annual Campus of Courses. You need
not be a professional instructor, just a great communicator!
We
have openings in all areas, including calligraphy, martial arts, furniture
refinishing, foreign languages, crafts, decorating and more.
Classes
will begin September 15, 2008 for four weeks. Morning,
afternoon, and evening schedules are available.
If Interested please call:
Stacy Chronister, Public Relations Manager, Boscov’s York Galleria
(717) 757-6688.
Boscov’s
Campus of Courses
York Galleria
Mall
Fall Session
Begins
Monday, September 15, 2008
It
is back to the classroom for people of all ages! Boscov’s invities you to come
back to the classroom for the fall session of our popular Campus of Courses!
Check over the courses listed, select the ones you like, then register as soon
as possible by completing the registration form below and mailing it to us.
Payment is required at the time of registration and may be made in cash, check
or with a Boscov’s charge only.
Registrations by phone will be taken only for those who are using a
Boscov’s Charge or registering for a FREE class.
Register
early. Classes are limited. Registration fee does not cover supplies cost.
Purchase of supplies is the responsibility of the participant.
AARP Drivers Safety Course, Ken Seachrist
This
Course is geared toward those drivers 50 years of age or older and deals with
the issues we, as older drivers, face as we age and methods for compensating
for these changes so that we remain safe and responsible drivers. The
participant must attend both sessions to qualify for their completion
Certificate and an automobile insurance premium reduction of 5% from your
current insurance company. There are no written or driving exams associated
with this course.
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1 Tuesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 24 12:30PM TO 4:30PM
$10 payable on the first day of class to
AARP.
Tax Planning, H & R Block
This
class will have you review tax savings
plans as well as a look at ways to reduce your tax liability.
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2 Monday, September 15 10:30AM to
11:30AM FREE
Wednesday, September 17 10:30AM to 11:30AM or 7:30PM to
8:30PM FREE
Saturday, September 20 10:30AM to 11:30AM FREE
Retired Taxpayer, H & R Block
Get
explainations of tax impact on retirement plans as well as a review of benefits
of a traditional and a roth IRA.
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3 Monday, September 15 11:30AM to
12:30PM FREE
Wednesday, September 17 11:30AM to 12:30PM or 6:30PM to 7:30PM FREE
Saturday, September 20 11:30AM to 12:30PM FREE
Carnival Cruise Night, Boscov’s Travel Center
Join
Boscov’s Travel and Carnival Cruise Lines for an informative and fun evening on
cruising “The Fun Ships” featuring Carnival’s Pride.
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4 Tuesday, September 23 6:30PM to
8PM FREE
Clinique Workshop, Boscov’s Clinique
Counter Manager
Get
Help custom fitting your skin care needs with help from our Clinique experts.
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5 Friday, October 10 6PM to
8PM FREE
Estee Lauder Workshop, Boscov’s Estee
Lauder Counter Manager
Be
sure to join this cosmetics workshop to focus on the many products available
from the Estee Lauder Line, Find out about there Signiture Services.
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6 Friday, September 19 6PM to
8PM FREE
Lancome Workshop, Boscov’s Lancome Counter
Manager
Join
this class to find out about “make-up-education” with our Lancome experts.
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7 Friday, October 3 6PM to
8PM FREE
First Time Home Buyer, Kathy Keener,
Realtor
Get
hints and learn the home buying process, learn about credit scores and the
different types of mortgages.
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8 Monday, September 22 7PM to
8:30PM FREE
Creating a Family
Command Center,
Debbie Jordan Kravitz, D & R Custom
Organizers LLC
Learn
how to clear out those paper piles that build up, by creating a family command
center to help everyone in the family get organized.
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9 Thursday, September 18 10AM to
11:30AM $6
Thursday, October 2 7PM to 8:30PM $6
Find it now, Debbie Jordon Kravitz, D
& R Custom Organizers LLC
Find
it now! Learn how to put together a family resource binder to help keep your
familys important papers organized.
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10 Thursday, September 25 10AM to
11AM $5
Thursday, October 9 7PM to 8PM $5
This
class has a material fee of $20 due to the instructor the day of class.
Surfing the Net, Kurt Grauf
Ever
wondered how to access the internet, how to send and receive messages from your
friends and family, or perform searches on the web? Students will learn what is
the world wide web, how to access the web, how to perform searches, how to
set-up and maintain an e-mail account, how to send/receive e-mail and much
more! If you are new to the internet, novice, or wish to fine tune your
internet skills, this is the class for you. Computers are not provided for
individual students.
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11 Monday, September 15 6PM to
7:30PM $25
Text
material cost will be $5, due to the instructor the day of the class, Bring pen
and paper.
Safeguard your computer, Kurt Grauf
Is
your computer safe from hackers, internet pirates and other nasty villains?
Learn what is spyware, ad-ware and other harmful software. Student will learn
how to safely remove viruses, bugs, worms ad-ware and other potential dangers
from your computer. Computers are not provided for individual students.
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12 Monday, September 15 7:30PM to
9PM $25
Text
material cost will be $5, due to the instructor the day of class. Bring pen and
paper.
Take the Mystery out of Buying a Computer, Kurt
Grauf
Ever
wonder what type of computer I should buy? What is RAM, Hard Drive, CPU speed?
The salesperson will sell you anything. Don’t worry, take the guess work out of
buying a computer and learn what you should buy to meet your needs. If you are
currently looking to purchase, planning to purchase a new computer, or just
curious, this workshop is for you. Computers are not provided for individual
students.
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13 Monday, September 29 6PM to
7:30PM $25
Text
material cost will be $5, due to instructor the day of class. Bring pen and paper.
Fundamentals of your Computer, Kurt Grauf
Now,
that you have a computer, how do I use it? What software is on my machine? Are
you afraid to ask computer related questions? Do not worry; this workshop is
for those who wish to sharpen their skills and maximum their computer
experience. Computers are not provided for individual students.
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14 Monday, September 29 7:30PM
to 9PM $25
Text
material cost will be $5, due to instructor the day of class. Bring pen and
paper.
Editing and Sharing
your Photos,
Kurt Grauf
Want
to get more excitement in taking pictures? Have you ever wanted to change the
brightness, add text, change color, invert the picture, remove images, or print
photos on your own printer? In this quick workshop we will explore how to edit
your photos and take your photos to a new dimension of enjoyment.
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15 Monday, October 6 6PM to
7:30PM $25
Text
material cost will be $5, due to instructor the day of class. Bring pen and
paper
Sharing your Photos with Family and Friends, Kurt
Grauf
Now
that you have taken your photos, how do you share your favorite photos with
your family and friends? In this workshop you will learn there are many ways to
share photos without leaving your house. You will find new excitement in
taking, sharing and displaying photos.
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Monday, October 6 7:30PM to
9PM $25
Text
material cost will be $5, due to instructor the day of class. Bring pen and
paper.
Brides and Grooms: Bridal Registry Workshop, Boscov’s
Bridal Consultant
Meet
with our own Bridal Consultant Learn how to get the most out of your wish list
and get rewarded after your wedding. Learn all about Boscov’s Gift Registry!
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17 Wednesday, October 1 6PM to
8PM FREE
Lighting, Inside and Out, Ritz Camera
Learn
from the experts at Ritz Camera exactly how light works. Learn how to enhance
and broaden your images with the use of light. Find out about the available
light techniques, on the camera, flash and in the studio.
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18 Wednesday, October 8 6PM to
7PM FREE
Buying the Right Digital Camera, Ritz
Camera
If
you are confused about digital camera’s but one to get the one that is right
for you, this class is for you. It will cover megapixels, zoom features and all
accessories, and much more to make sure that you make the right decesion when
its time to buy your own digital camera.
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19 Friday, September 26 6PM to
7PM FREE
Night Club Two Step, Vera Kywa
No
more waddling on the dance floor! If you are planning a wedding, to go to a
wedding or Holiday Party, this course is a must. This is the popular slow dance
that is done to the beautiful pop and country slow songs. No experience
necessary. Singles and couples welcomed.
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20 Sunday, September 21, 28, October 5, 12
1:30PM to 2:20PM $8 per class,
$32 per four weeks.
Intermediate Ballroom 1, Vera Kywa
For
anyone beyond the basic’s that is ready to move up to the next level of moves
and technique. Foxtrot, Waltz and Cha-Cha. Three great dances to enhance your
dancing pleasure.No partner necessary.
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21 Sunday, September 21, 28, October 5, 12
2:30PM to 3:20PM $8 per class,
$32 per four weeks.
Beginner Ballroom Course, Vera Kywa
2Dance
with Veada Kieve
Learn
the basic’s of the Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba and Swing for a balanced start on the
way to fun. No need to sit around and watch everyone else enjoy themselves at
parties or cruises. No experience necessary and no partner necessary-just a
desire to dance and have a great time.
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22Thursday, September 25, Tuesday, September 30, October 7, 14 7PM to 7:50PM
$8
per class, $32 per four weeks.
Salsa and Bachata, Vera Kywa
Salsa
is hot and so is the Bachata. Two dances to get you around to the fast and slow
Latin sounds. No partner necessary and no background in dancing necessary.
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23 Thursday, September 25, Tuesday, September 30, October 7, 14 8PM to 8:50PM
$8
per class, $32 per four weeks.
Mail
to:
Boscov’s
Department Store
Courtesy
Desk
York
Galleria Mall
2899
Whiteford Road
York, Pa 17402
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Friends Helping Friends
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Earn money for your organization in a simple and quick way.
All organizations are welcome as long as you hold a 501-C-3 status.
Friends Helping Friends is a day to enjoy great shopping,
super savings, refreshments, door prizes and the chance for people to support
their favorite non-profit organization.
Tickets to Friends Helping Friends will be available only
from participating non-profit organizations. Each participating non-profit
organization will have the opportunity to sell $5 admission tickets for the
event. 100% of the ticket money will go to the selling organization.
Plus a chance to win one of these fabulous Grand Prizes:
- Flat Screen TV
- La-Z-Boy Recline
- Diamond Pendant
- 10 - $500 Shopping Spree
- Each store will give away 5 - $100 Shopping
Sprees
Join the fine organizations who are already participating.
If you non-profit organization would like to be a part of this exciting event,
or for more information, contact Stacy Chronister at 757.6688 or e-mail schronister@boscovs.com.
Participating Organizations
- Red
Lion Senior
Center
- The York
Benevolent Association
- Easter Seals of Central PA
- East Prospect Lions
- Bell Socialization
Services
- Arastrae
Rescue Inc.
- Junior
Achievement of South Central PA
- X-Stream
Youth Ministry
- Childrens
Aid Society
- Heavenly
Paws Animal Shelter, Inc.
- The Lyric
Band of Hanover
- Children’s
Aid Society at the Lehman
Center
- P.I.N.K. A
Survivors Network
- Izaak
Walton League of America, York Chapter 67
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