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If you've attended the EPIC Stoop Sale before, you know what a blast it is. If you haven't been, you've been missing out! Music, The Archway, and some of the coolest stuff we've ever seen at a stoop sale. Do you have some items around the house that are gently used, still awesome, and worth a few bucks? Email info@dumbonyc.org to reserve your table space - tables are limited and will sell out fast. Reservations will be taken until Monday, May 28, or when table space runs out. Read more »

Hey moms...this one's for you! To thank you for everything you do, all moms shopping in our store this Sunday will receive a special gift with purchase. Come snag some spring essentials, and get a little something for yourself, on us!

For the love of color! We saw a major feat of community this weekend in DUMBO - 179 amazing, colorful people set the world record for the largest Raindbow Parade! Everyone met in Brooklyn Bridge Park and, led by local artist Jessi Arrington (who is, if we may say so, absolutely amazing), marched their colorful selves across the Brooklyn Bridge. It was quite a sight, and tons of fun! Did anyone get to tag along or see the amazing aray of so many people in so many wonderful colors?

DJ Kai, craft activities, and yummy food, oh my! The annual Spring benefit at the Children's Museum of the Arts is coming up fast, and it's going to be fantastic! DJ Kai will be there, spinning 2 dance parties - one at 1:30pm and one at 3:30pm. If you haven't danced your heart out with him yet, you won't want to miss this! Plus enjoy arts and crafts, good food, and lots of other live entertainment and activities for the whole family. Read more »

Several years ago, when there was a big shift towards eco-friendly thinking, shopping, and living, it was hard to find good products at a decent price. The terms 'organic,' 'eco friendly,'  and 'green minded' have been tossed around a lot, and they don't always mean that the the products they're describing are the best option. We've taken the time to research and curate our selection of eco-friendly products to make sure they're the safest, most green-minded out there, and make it easy for you and your family to live an eco friendly life! Below, 3 important ways to be more eco friendly. Read more »

We hear from moms all the time who can't find the skincare line for their baby. The perfect line would be gentle, natural, and effective, but also sophisticated and luxurious. Along comes mum + bub, and we think each and every mom we know will be pleased! Each product is infused with pawpaw fruit - known for decades in Australia for its skin care benefits. As Raegan Moya-Jones (CEO and co-Founder of Aden + Anais) says, “pawpaw fruit is to skin care what muslin is to swaddling.” This month, we'll choose one lucky Facebook Fan to win a full set, free! Read more »

Look at this great photo collage that Imagine DUMBO sent us! We love to see kids having fun, using their imaginations, and learning at the same time! Imagine DUMBO is a great Early Learning Center for infants through Pre-K in the same 'hood as our shop, and it was our pleasure to donate some of our favorite toys to each group of students (each group is named after a bird - Chickadee, Peacock, Hummingbird, Toucan...how cute is that?). We chose lots of toys that are eco-friendly, educational, and, of course, lots of fun! Thank you, Imagine DUMBO, for the great images, and we're glad everyone loves the toys!

One of our favorite annual events is this Saturday at the Brooklyn Bridge Park! There will be plenty of spring-themes activities, entertainment, and fun to be had for the whole family. Read more »

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Bananagrams, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways...you are tons of fun for the whole family and it's easy to learn to play, you are deceptively educational and help kids beef up their spelling skills, you come in a hilarious banana-shaped pouch and are great for travel, and we can play you anywhere, with any number of players. And, you have some siblings (Pairs in Pears, Fruitominoes, and Appletters) that are also tons of fun! Read more »