News from Eden's Green Closet

In today's LA Times Article we learned some news that we thought we should have been privy to many, many months ago.

As of February 10th, 2009, all children's used and new clothing and toys must be tested for lead and phthalates and any items that are not tested will be considered hazardous waste and meant for landfill.

So, what this means for Eden's Green Closet's future is still unknown. However, currently we will not be accepting any clothes for buying or trading.

I'll let you all know asap when things turn around or new information is revealed.

In the meantime, we're having sales on new and used clothes. 25% off all new clothes and 10% off everything else in the store!

Happy New Year

Thank you for making this a terrific year for Eden's Green Closet. Your support (and your shopping) has made Eden's Green Closet so much fun for me.

We are having a sale to thank you.

25% off all new clothing

and 10% off everything else, accessories, toys, gear, books, products, used clothing, hats, etc.

Come on in on January 2nd and enjoy the sale! It ends January 5th, so hurry.

Thanks to all of you and have a happy and healthy new year,

Emily

Lead Toy Exchange Program

http://www.lacity.org/atty/leadtoyexchange/atty_ltexchange.htm

Lead has been listed since 1987 on the Governor's list of chemicals that can cause reproductive harm and birth defects, and since 1992 has been on the list of chemicals known to cause cancer. Exposure to lead occurs chiefly from ingestion, such as eating or putting objects into the mouth, putting young children particularly at risk.

There are no safe levels of lead. Impacts include birth defects, learning disabilities, hearing loss, reduced attention span, and behavioral abnormalities. Teenagers also can suffer adverse effects, which include brain damage, kidney damage, hearing loss, and impaired growth.

On Saturday, December 20, 2008, the City Attorney's Office will hold a Lead Toy Exchange at four locations throughout the city. From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, each of these sites will have testers on-site to test toys for lead content.

If a toy is found to contain lead, the toy can then be exchanged for a $25.00 American Express gift card. A second toy testing positive may be exchanged for another American Express gift card. There is a limit of two gift cards/exchanges per household and this offer will only be good while supplies last. Gift cards will only be handed out in exchange for lead contaminated toys.

The City Attorney's Office will ensure the proper and safe disposal of the collected toys.
Parents may be asked to limit the number of toys depending on the popularity of the event.

Locations are listed below, please take a moment to RSVP your attendance and location.

VALLEY LOCATION
Ritchie Valens Aquatic Center
10731 Laurel Canyon Road
Pacoima, CA 91331
Phone: (818) 834-5176
DRIVING DIRECTIONS (ITA)

WESTSIDE LOCATION
Stoner Recreation Center
1835 Stoner Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: (310) 479-7200
DRIVING DIRECTIONS (ITA)

EAST LOCATION
Hollenbeck Recreation Center
415 S. St. Louis St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Phone: (323) 261-0113
DRIVING DIRECTIONS (ITA)

SOUTH LOCATION
Green Meadows Recreation Center
431 E. 89th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90003
Phone: (323) 565-4242
DRIVING DIRECTIONS (ITA)

Please visit HealthyToys.org for a list of more than 1,500 toys and children's products which have recently been tested for lead levels.

http://www.lacity.org/atty/leadtoyexchange/atty_ltexchange.htm

Click on the above link to rsvp

20% off all new clothing from now until Christmas!
All used clothing, gear and toys are regular price...but stay tuned as that may change too!

Happy Holidays!

Eden's Green Closet will have a booth at the Holiday Bazaar at Adat Shalom

This Sunday, December 14th.
9:00am – 2:00pm
Come enjoy our wonderful celebration with:
A Puppet show, Jewelry, Holiday gifts, Toys, Make-up and face-painting, Nail salon & Skin care, Clothing, Build a bear workshop, Pizza, Salad, coffee & Donuts

SHOP TILL YOU DROP

3030 Westwood Blvd LA, CA. 90034
310-474-8573

A portion of the sales to proceed the Early Childhood Center at Adat Shalom (my daughter's school)

Join Eden's Green Closet on Friday and Saturday evening for the Holiday Street Walk.

With every purchase get an organic lollipop or biodegradable balloon!!!

And get some shopping done while staying away from crowded malls and enjoy the quaintness of Venice!

Coupons

Find Eden's Green Closet Coupons, bring them in and save, and receive $5* off your next purchase!!!

Coupons available at:on Lincoln at Maxella hint: look at the register tape


and the

Bring in the coupons you find, but hurry because they expire soon!

Use them at Eden's Green Closet and receive an additional $5 off your next purchase!


*$5 off in the form of a physical coupon, good only at Eden's Green Closet, one coupon per transaction, not redeemable for cash