Flying Squirrel carries new and nearly new clothing toys, books, and gear for infants, kids, and parents. All are welcome to come in to play and shop, pet the dog, change diapers, or just hang out. The shop carries unusual gifts from all over the world as well as everyday necessities like the Ergo Baby Carrier and See Kai Run Shoes. Flying Squirrel buys, sells, and trades goods. Phone the store...
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Flying Squirrel is one of those places that, upon entering, you immedately feel at home. It could be the creative and homey touches like tree branches used to hang clothing, or perhaps it's the cheery handpainted walls, or maybe its the huge assortment of uniquely special collection of stuffed animals. Most likely, however, its the two owners who create this atmosphere rich in spirit, and...
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Posted by conky
on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 16, 2006)
this is the best baby-kids store in NYC. with a great almost unlimited selection of second hand cloths and toys (very very useful, specialy if you take your kids stuff and get credit!!!)
also, the owners and staff are very super friendly, those kind of places you can just go and have a chat while the little ones mess up.
"two thumps up!"
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+ second hand selection, great new toys also,...
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Posted by el_musgo
on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 14, 2006)
When it comes to parenting you suffer a severe case of split personality. On the one hand you consider yourself a hipster parent, shopping at high-priced kids? boutiques in the city and planning happy-hour play dates at the local dive bar, yet your Birkenstock-wearing alter ego begs to be a little more hippie.
No worries Sybil, you can satisfy both sides of your, um, selves with a trip to...
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Posted by daddydowntime
on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 13, 2006)