ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Every kid loves a good party and Saturday, Sept. 27, Borders and Waldenbooks stores across the country are throwing open their doors to welcome kids and their families for the retailer's first ever nationwide free "Kids Party" from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Kids are sure to have a great time listening to stories, singing songs, playing games including the "bucket toss" and the "candy walk," coloring to their hearts' delight, plus much more! While the kids are involved in their activities, parents can take the opportunity to get some early holiday shopping done or simply enjoy the "Kids Party" activities with their children.
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"Borders and Waldenbooks offer a great selection of kids books, movies and music as well as kids-focused events all year around, yet Borders wants to re-invigorate the idea that books and a trip to the bookstore can be really fun and exciting for kids. Our first-ever nationwide 'Kids Party' will truly be a wonderful community event where families can gather for an afternoon filled with engaging activities centered around books," said Diane Mangan, merchandising director for Borders Group. "Borders is already a leader in the Children's category and this event will underscore that we are a headquarters for knowledge and entertainment."
To locate a Borders or Waldenbooks store, visit http://www.borders.com/ and click on the "Store Locator" tab.
About Borders Group, Inc.
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich., Borders Group, Inc. is a leading retailer of books, music and movies with more than 28,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, the company operates more than 1,100 stores worldwide primarily under the Borders(R) and Waldenbooks(R) brand names and recently launched Borders.com for online shopping. For more information, visit http://www.borders.com/aboutus .
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