District News

It's Time to Head Back to School

Aug 20, 2019
back to school collage of college dorm items from Bed Bath and Beyond
Summer is coming to an end and in the upcoming weeks, students will be heading back to school. Whether shopping for grade school, high school, or college - Lincoln Square is the right place to shop for supplies and dorm needs.
 
Looking for new dorm bedding, furniture, and décor? Bed, Bath & Beyond (1932 Broadway) has everything you need to make college feel just like home! Check out their college checklists, both for dorm and apartment shopping, to ensure that you do not forget any essential items. If you would prefer to have help while shopping, you can also book a one-on-one in-store shopping experience with an expert.
 
If you need some new tech gear for the upcoming academic year, Lincoln Square has got you covered. Best Buy (1880 Broadway) is giving students exclusive in-store and online deals after they enroll with a My Best Buy account. Check out different models of tablets, laptops, and other electronics that will enhance both your academic and personal life this year. Additionally, at the Apple Store, Upper West Side (1981 Broadway), buy a Mac or iPad for college and get a free pair of Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones. They are also offering deals on their products with their education pricing, including 20% off on AppleCare+.  
 
Shop for your books, stationary supplies, and other school goodies at the various bookstores around the district. Amazon Books, located on the third floor of The Shops at Columbus Circle, not only sells a variety of fiction, non-fiction, instructional, and children books, but also kindles, headphones, and STEM toys for students. Also check out Shakespeare & Co. (2020 Broadway) for a wide selection of books for all ages. Additionally, the district's three university bookstores, Fordham UniversityNew York Institute of Technology, and The Juilliard School, offer textbooks, office supplies, and campus swag.
 
Duane Reade (1889 Broadway & 2025 Broadway) offers a variety of general school and office supplies, like pens, pencils, folders, notebooks, and craft supplies. Also, check out Moleskine on the second floor of The Shops at Columbus Circle for creative and durable notebooks, planners, pens, pencils, and bags and accessories. You can also find a stylish new tote bag or backpack at Century 21 (1972 Broadway) and Innovation Luggage (2001 Broadway), as well as at CoachPop Bag, and Tumi located in The Shops at Columbus Circle. And, if you're a dancer, check out BLOCH for shoes, apparel, and other dance essentials.
 
Lincoln Square has everything you need to make the transition back to school easy and fun!
 
Photo credit: Bed, Bath & Beyond