Celebrate the Arts Contest Sponsored by Bobs Discount Furniture

The winner will receive a full year of cultural programming for his or her school

Manchester, CT (PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- Bob's Discount Furniture, the fast-growing New England furniture retailer, is running a contest to support the fine arts and cultural arts in primary schools. "Celebrate the Arts with Bob's Discount Furniture" will sponsor one winner's school for a full school year of cultural arts assemblies. The contest runs from May 16, 2005 to June 6, 2005.

Elementary and middle school teachers, principals, PTO/PTA members, and parents may register their school for a chance to win a year's worth of cultural arts assemblies for the 2005-2006 school year by visiting a Bob's Discount Furniture store, or via the Internet at http://www.mybobs.com/celebrate_arts/. Appropriate programming and dates will be selected by the winning school and Bob's, with options such as dance, music, theatre, and story-telling that provide cultural and educational enrichment.

"Unfortunately, in many schools, the fine arts programs and cultural arts assemblies are the first target of budget cuts. For many districts, such programs have been eliminated entirely," said Cathy Poulin, Bob's public relations director. "In light of this problem, Bob's has designed a contest to help restore the arts to our schools."

"Celebrate the Arts" is part of the 2005 "Bobs Cares" campaign, designed to focus on the needs of children and education. Building a better life for others is an important theme of Bobs charitable work. From helping Habitat for Humanity, to construction of Liberty Safe Haven shelters for the homeless, Bobs is a community leader. With so many needs, and so many events, Bobs employs two full time people working continuously on charitable programs.

About Bob's Discount Furniture

Bobs Discount Furniture has strong regional brand awareness and customer appeal due to its unique shopping environment, commitment to customer service, and everyday low prices. First-time visitors are pleasantly surprised by the comfortable atmosphere and vast selection of quality furniture that surpasses their "discount" expectations. Some stores have complimentary cafés featuring gourmet coffee, fresh baked cookies and candy. Many have home theaters and video arcades. Bob Kaufman, President, and Cathy Poulin, Public Relations Director, supply their own quirky talent for the companys television and radio advertisements, as they invite customers to "Come on down!" For more information please visit http://www.mybobs.com.

Contacts

Cathy Poulin

Bobs Discount Furniture

860-645-3200 ext 315

Cathy.Poulin@mybobs.com

Jonathan Hochman

JE Hochman & Associates LLC

for Bobs Discount Furniture

www.jehochman.com

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