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Staples Previews Holiday Deals and Season-Long Savings

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Monday, November 7, 2022

Staples today announced a preview of Black Friday holiday savings on the latest in tech, plus deals on in-store printing, shipping, passport and tech services.

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  • Staples today announced a preview of Black Friday holiday savings on the latest in tech, plus deals on in-store printing, shipping, passport and tech services.
  • Many deals designed to support workers and small businesses throughout their busy season will be valid in Staples stores across the country.
  • With our seasonal deals, Staples is aiming to make the holiday season a little less hectic and a lot more convenient for all, from extending store hours and deeper discounts on UPS Shipping Services to deals on passport services for holiday travel and annual holiday cards and invitations.
  • Leading up to Black Friday, Staples shoppers can look forward to hot deals on the latest technology, gaming gear, gifts and more.

Staples Celebrates Teachers by Honoring the 2022 Thank A Teacher Contest Winners

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

Staples today announced winners of the fourth-annual Thank A Teacher Contest, which aims to give parents, students, supporters, and fellow teachers a platform to recognize an outstanding teacher who has made a positive impact inside and outside of the classroom.

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  • Staples today announced winners of the fourth-annual Thank A Teacher Contest, which aims to give parents, students, supporters, and fellow teachers a platform to recognize an outstanding teacher who has made a positive impact inside and outside of the classroom.
  • Were thrilled to be recognizing some outstanding teachers through the Thank A Teacher Contest, helping them to outfit their classrooms with everything they need for the year, said Marshall Warkentin, Chief Marketing and Merchandising Officer, Staples US Retail.
  • Staples awarded $5,000 in Staples Gift Cards to each winning teachers school to restock essential supplies for their classrooms.
  • This past July, Staples encouraged parents, students, and supporters to nominate their teachers by sharing their personal stories of thanks and appreciation.

Staples Celebrates 15 Years of In-Store Tech Recycling By Introducing New Customer Rewards

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Monday, September 19, 2022

In celebration of 15 years of electronics recycling, Staples today announced the launch of the Free Tech Take Back Program, an initiative that rewards customers for responsibly recycling in store [3].

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  • In celebration of 15 years of electronics recycling, Staples today announced the launch of the Free Tech Take Back Program, an initiative that rewards customers for responsibly recycling in store [3].
  • In the past year alone, recycling initiatives at Staples have helped to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 205,255 tons.
  • Staples has kicked off the Free Tech Take Back Program to give back to customers who recycle eligible items in store [3].
  • All stores are eligible for recycling and shredding and all Members are eligible to earn rewards for recycling and shredding.

Shop Local And Celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day Nationwide On November 9

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

CHICAGO, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Neighborhood toy stores and specialty toy retailers across the country will celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day on November 9, 2019.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Neighborhood toy stores and specialty toy retailers across the country will celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day on November 9, 2019.
  • "A decade ago, ASTRA launched Neighborhood Toy Store Day to celebrate stores in the community, showcase the value of shopping local, and demonstrate the joy of play throughout the ages," said Kimberly Mosley, president of ASTRA.
  • In neighborhood toy stores, shoppers can enjoy the expertise of local toy store owners, a high quality selection of the best toys and games and a tailored and personal shopping experience that is tailored for the best kind of play for each family."
  • Visit astratoy.org to find an ASTRA-approved speciality toy retailer or neighborhood toy store nearby.

Local Toy Retailers Will Thrive In Wake Of Toys 'R' Us Closure

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Friday, April 20, 2018

CHICAGO, April 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) today predicted that 2018 will be the best year yet for neighborhood toy stores nationwide as consumers flock to these stores in the wake of the closure of Toys 'R' Us.

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  • CHICAGO, April 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) today predicted that 2018 will be the best year yet for neighborhood toy stores nationwide as consumers flock to these stores in the wake of the closure of Toys 'R' Us.
  • "Many grownup "Toys 'R' Us kids" are feeling nostalgic, but the magic is still there if you look in the right place," said Kimberly Mosley, President of ASTRA.
  • An exceptional customer shopping experience, including expert advice and the opportunity to actually play, experience and use the products.
  • Founded in 1992, the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) is an international not-for-profit trade organization that serves more than 1,800 independent retailers, manufacturers and sales representatives in the specialty toy industry.