10 Local Resources for a Successful Return to School
With the dog days of summer beginning to wind down, the time will be upon us for a return to school or more regular work routines post summer travels.
With the excitement of a new season also comes a list of to-dos for necessary supplies in order to be well equipped for the work ahead. In person shopping offers a chance to check off everything on your list while getting a better feel for what products suit you best.
A great in town resource for new and used books is Blue Cypress Books. They offer a large selection of many modern books for both children and young adults, as well as offer works by New Orleans writers and about NOLA subjects. They create a welcoming space as a woman-owned and local indie bookstore. Help further a love for reading with new finds and stock up to have your reading list set to escape from the monotony of everyday life.
As kids head back to school, it's important they're stocked with good books for the classroom and at home to further their reading endeavors. Home Malone New Orleans offers a great selection of children's reads, along with New Orleans and Louisiana-specific themed books to spark imagination and adventure.
With many schools requiring uniforms for students, it's essential you have the right in-town place to shop at in order to serve your uniform needs. Porees Embroidery is a go-to, offering plentiful options for custom embroidery. They also have designs for Greek life and plenty of Saints merch to roll out for game day fun. Dress to impress never rang so true.
Write it out, take notes, or get in the work zone in style at Papier Plume New Orleans. With fine writing instruments, office pen holders, stationary, bottled ink, wax and seals, and great desk accessories, you can be sure the days of pen to paper note taking still hold value. Open since 2001, their knowledgeable staff, dedication to quality, and exceptional customer service means with their products, you are certain to "add a touch of elegance and tradition to their hand written message or correspondence," as according to their mission statement. Their collections offer creative expressions for an outlet outside of obligations.
Packing a vibrant punch, Lionheart Prints takes after its namesake with bold and fun styles of personalized stationery, cards, pens and pencils, and desk accessories. In their desk accessories section, they provide notepads and journals, planners, pen and pencil pouches, and fun stickers to accessorize with. With a number of fun and pop art inspired prints, this can be a great way to bring new decor to an at home office or study station. Their inspirational and whimsical designs bring joy to the everyday and serve as a way to look forward to work. Who said homework and 9 to 5 work items had to be organized in a boring manner?
When it comes to quality goods, Haase's Shoe Store and Young Folks Shop's proof is in their legacy, having been in business since 1921. Parents in town know this is a go-to for high quality shoes, clothing, and accessories. They also have a dedicated section for school uniform shoes. In addition, they carry helpful supplies such as learning mats for subjects including math, animals, planets, and fun educational games. This shop ensures that your student is fully outfitted for the start of a new school year.
Getting set up with the right art supplies can spark creativity for the whole year ahead and Mo's Art Supply & Framing has that need covered. Their store, housed in a mid-century church with stained glass, transports you as you shop around to find that next spark of inspiration. Their team's mission statement shares on shopping in-person, "It should involve other human beings, shared information, lots of hands-on interaction with the merchandise, and ideally some great atmosphere. And when it's all said and done, the experience should leave you with a deeper sense of connection to your community." This connection to the community and hands-on experience is more authentic than other options, while serving as a way to gain ideas while browsing through their goods.
In the digital age, having the right tech to keep up with workloads and homework makes all the difference. A great option to cross off the shopping to-do list is quality headphones. Southern Electronics provides just those, and their expert staff can help you find other necessary tech supplies to get you set up for success.
Good gear makes all the difference when trekking back through the halls of your school or work. School backpacks can be a black hole of clutter and mess, but Massey's Professional Outfitters provides great quality in-town backpacks that are meant to last. With fun colors and styles to choose from, you can know there'll be some excitement gearing up for shuffling off to school and work.
If your home office or home study room needs a revamp, look no further than Orleans Furniture. Their full collection of at home office furniture includes stylish desks and comfortable chairs. Additions from their collection include bookcases, filing cabinets, and cube organizers to help you stay nice and tidy. Everyone knows a good organizational system helps your space stay on track. They also offer packages and bundles to group together for helping design visions come to life.
