Target Boasts Dr. Seuss Events & Apparel for the Author's Birthday
Kalina N — February 27, 2019 — Life-Stages
References: partycity & prnewswire
A plethora of Dr. Seuss events and similarly inspired apparel will be available at Target on March 2nd — the iconic author's 115th birthday. The company is celebrating the immense imagination and impact the creative has had on children's literature.
For one, Target will be providing consumers access to adorable 'The Cat in the Hat' and 'Oh, the Places You'll Go!' apparel for babies and toddlers, as well as exclusive organic clothing by Hanna Andersson. In addition, the author will have his own Funko Pop! Signature Character figurine.
The Dr. Seuss events will include an in-store complimentary read-along, as well as a 'Seuss at Sea' reading and themed treats with an on-board experience hosted by Carnival Cruise Line. In addition, Dr. Seuss Enterprises will offer a digital adventure through a series of mobile games for iOS and Android.
For one, Target will be providing consumers access to adorable 'The Cat in the Hat' and 'Oh, the Places You'll Go!' apparel for babies and toddlers, as well as exclusive organic clothing by Hanna Andersson. In addition, the author will have his own Funko Pop! Signature Character figurine.
The Dr. Seuss events will include an in-store complimentary read-along, as well as a 'Seuss at Sea' reading and themed treats with an on-board experience hosted by Carnival Cruise Line. In addition, Dr. Seuss Enterprises will offer a digital adventure through a series of mobile games for iOS and Android.
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