Michaels Stores
808 Columbus Ave
(between 97th St & 100th St)
Manhattan, NY 10025
(212) 865-0813
808 Columbus Ave
(between 97th St & 100th St)
Manhattan, NY 10025
(212) 865-0813
Subway: B, C to 96th St; 1, 2, 3 to 96th St
Cost: Free
For all ages
Today was the the official grand opening of Michaels’ first Manhattan location, so my daughter and I ran over to check it out and were very impressed with it’s 14,700 square feet of arts and crafts treasures. Prices were reasonable and there were percent off specials on brand-name items. For frugal shoppers, there may be coupons in-store, in the Sunday papers or online. The merchandise selection seems to be on par with Michaels’ fabulous Long Island location. The selection in the Manhattan store is definitely better than their two Queens locations, probably because it has more space. The only comment I’d have to say is this: if you are looking for professional fine art materials, like paints or portfolio cases, Pearl Paint or Utrecht has better prices and more choices.
Michaels was very crowded because of the grand opening, but the check-out line was very quick. We hesitantly got on a long, winding line that seemed to go on forever and were surprised that only took about 7 minutes to get up to the cashier.
There were many demonstrations throughout the day—most free and that kids could do themselves or with some help. We did cookie decorating, colored and constructed a bat/dragon creature and a made a velvet ribbon bookmark with charms. We watched a Halloween t-shirt demo and saw greeting cards created with scrapbooking materials and ink stamps. All the instructors were very cheerful, friendly and helpful.
After a full afternoon of creativity, we had a snack at the neighboring Whole Foods and walked a block east to Central Park to see the fall foliage. It was a perfect autumn day!
This week’s free events at Michaels’ Manhattan store:
Monday, 10/26 at 5pm
Martha Stewart will sign copies of her new book, Martha Stewart’s Dinner at Home, and best selling book Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Crafts.
Tuesday, 10/27
Beading Event with Jo Pearson & Susan Ray:
5pm Susan Ray Book Signing
5pm–6pm Jo Pearon Make-It Take-It & Demo
6pm–7pm Horizon® Make-It Take-It
Wednesday, 10/28 from 5pm–7pm
Duck-tivities with Jo Pearson: From Duck Tape flower pens to last minute Halloween costumes, learn to create with Duck Tape
Thursday, 10/29 from 5pm–7pm
Free Yudu Silk-Screening Demo hosted by Jinger Adam powered by Provo Craft
Friday, 10/30 from 5pm–7pm
Scrapbook Discovery Days: Cricut & Gypsy Demos and Make-It Take-Its
Saturday, 10/31
10am–Noon Halloween Event: Free Trick-or Treat Pail, Balloon & Candy; Make-It Take-It Halloween Frame (While supplies last.)
Noon–4pm Wilton Cake Decorating Demo
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