Spuds Strike On Saturday
News from the Field Media: Roberta Bouer (212) 996-0443 x16 General Public: CMEE (631) 537-8250
BRIDGEHAMPTON, SATURDAY, February 17, 2006
Spuds Strike On Saturday Potatoes from local factory go on strike for one day to spend free time at CMEE NEW YORK, January 25, 2007 – Several pounds of potatoes from a local potato chip factory on the East End have called a strike on Saturday, February 17. However, rather than picketing, sources confirm that they have their eyes set on the Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE – we pronounce it “see me”). Citing no complaints with the factory, their wages or the treatment they receive there, the potatoes have mystified the local community with their declaration of a strike. Mr. T. Tot, foreman of the Kettle-Cooked division, explains, “We love our jobs, but we really wanted to go to CMEE. We heard there are some people there who really dig us. We don’t care if we get the sack!” Mr. Tot refers to CMEE’s celebration of National Potato Lover’s Month. Honoring potatoes and the agricultural tradition of the East End, the museum is planning potato-inspired activities to fill the Saturday morning. Children can make potato people in the drop-in art studio, do potato printing on a T-Shirt and see a special
Local potatoes are jumping out of their skins with excitement. Spud Juggler. A potato car race and a hunt for golden potatoes hidden in the exhibits will also be part of the fun. To top it off, kids can even take a tour of Marilee Foster’s microchippery — the maker of Tiger Spud potato chips in Sagaponack. The potatoes didn’t want to miss out on the action. After a long motivational speech about seizing the day, union leader Baked Tuber summarized, “Life’s a garden, man. Dig it.” We asked a representative from the factory to comment on the recent development. Director of Spud Resources tells us, “Well, we’re just really confused. The factory isn’t open on weekends. The potatoes don’t have to work that day anyway.”
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Spuds Strike and head to CMEE on Feb. 17 Media: Roberta Bouer (212) 996-0443 x13
WHAT:
SPUDS STRIKE DURING POTATO DAY CELEBRATION Activities will include: Make potato people in the CMEE Drop-In Art Studio Print potato art on tees Create and race your own Potato Spud Car Hunt for golden potatoes See a spud juggler Tour Mary Lee Fosters “Tiger Spuds” Potato chip factory in Sagaponack
WHEN:
February 17, 2007
10am – 12 pm
WHERE: The Children’s Museum of the East End 376 Bridgehampton / Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, NY
PRICING: Free with museum admission. FOR INFO: 631-537-8250, www.cmee.org
BACKGROUND The Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE, we pronounce it ‘see me’) is an adventurous wonderland for children’s imaginations — celebrating and exploring the history, beauty and treasures (including potatoes!) of the East End of Long Island. Through interactive hands-on exhibits, as well as workshops and programs, CMEE provides a stimulating and dynamic environment where children can discover their community and its culture through history, natural sciences and the arts. CMEE seeks to nurture and cultivate a lifelong love of self-directed learning and discovery. Please visit CMEE on the web at www.CMEE.org or call for more information at 631-537-8250.
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BRIDGEHAMPTON, SATURDAY, February 17, 2006
Spuds Strike On Saturday Potatoes from local factory go on strike for one day to spend free time at CMEE NEW YORK, January 25, 2007 – Several pounds of potatoes from a local potato chip factory on the East End have called a strike on Saturday, February 17. However, rather than picketing, sources confirm that they have their eyes set on the Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE – we pronounce it “see me”). Citing no complaints with the factory, their wages or the treatment they receive there, the potatoes have mystified the local community with their declaration of a strike. Mr. T. Tot, foreman of the Kettle-Cooked division, explains, “We love our jobs, but we really wanted to go to CMEE. We heard there are some people there who really dig us. We don’t care if we get the sack!” Mr. Tot refers to CMEE’s celebration of National Potato Lover’s Month. Honoring potatoes and the agricultural tradition of the East End, the museum is planning potato-inspired activities to fill the Saturday morning. Children can make potato people in the drop-in art studio, do potato printing on a T-Shirt and see a special
Local potatoes are jumping out of their skins with excitement. Spud Juggler. A potato car race and a hunt for golden potatoes hidden in the exhibits will also be part of the fun. To top it off, kids can even take a tour of Marilee Foster’s microchippery — the maker of Tiger Spud potato chips in Sagaponack. The potatoes didn’t want to miss out on the action. After a long motivational speech about seizing the day, union leader Baked Tuber summarized, “Life’s a garden, man. Dig it.” We asked a representative from the factory to comment on the recent development. Director of Spud Resources tells us, “Well, we’re just really confused. The factory isn’t open on weekends. The potatoes don’t have to work that day anyway.”
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Spuds Strike and head to CMEE on Feb. 17 Media: Roberta Bouer (212) 996-0443 x13
WHAT:
SPUDS STRIKE DURING POTATO DAY CELEBRATION Activities will include: Make potato people in the CMEE Drop-In Art Studio Print potato art on tees Create and race your own Potato Spud Car Hunt for golden potatoes See a spud juggler Tour Mary Lee Fosters “Tiger Spuds” Potato chip factory in Sagaponack
WHEN:
February 17, 2007
10am – 12 pm
WHERE: The Children’s Museum of the East End 376 Bridgehampton / Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, NY
PRICING: Free with museum admission. FOR INFO: 631-537-8250, www.cmee.org
BACKGROUND The Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE, we pronounce it ‘see me’) is an adventurous wonderland for children’s imaginations — celebrating and exploring the history, beauty and treasures (including potatoes!) of the East End of Long Island. Through interactive hands-on exhibits, as well as workshops and programs, CMEE provides a stimulating and dynamic environment where children can discover their community and its culture through history, natural sciences and the arts. CMEE seeks to nurture and cultivate a lifelong love of self-directed learning and discovery. Please visit CMEE on the web at www.CMEE.org or call for more information at 631-537-8250.
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