Posts tagged with J&R
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J&R Remembers Van Cliburn
Posted by RNYK on February 27, 2013
We were saddened to hear the news today that Van Cliburn had died, at the age of 78. He was without a doubt one of the greatest pianists of the 20th Century and a friend to J&R. We treasure his memory and the great recordings he has left behind. Here’s the obituary from the New York Times, which does a great job of summarizing his importance to classical music.
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Hurricane Sandy and J&R
Posted by RNYK on October 31, 2012
We hope that you are all safe in the wake of the devastation brought by Hurricane Sandy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of our friends up and down the coast.
As many of you know, we have been a cornerstone of Lower Manhattan for the past 40 years. Our Park Row stores sit Downtown between the East and Hudson Rivers in an area that has been heavily affected by the flooding. As a result, some of our operations have been negatively impacted. We’d just like to let you know that we are doing our best under trying conditions to return to service as normal.
Update 11/03/12 at 10:45 — J&R’s Park Row Stores are open.
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Black Friday is upon us!
Posted by MKH on November 23, 2011
It’s that time of year again. Time for giving thanks, for being with our families and friends, and time to shop! Start your holiday shopping here at our Park Row locations and at JR.com. Backed by 40 years of savings, selection, and service J&R is the place to shop for your holiday needs. Also during [...]
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Our 40th Anniversary Celebration Kicks Into High Gear
Posted by MKH on November 10, 2011As we continue to celebrate J&R’s 40th Anniversary it is our sincere pleasure to share this special time with you. In the spirit of this festive occasion we have a series of special promotions with all of you in mind. Check the great offers available in-store at our Park Row locations. Directions.
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Friends With Benefits Program – Free For A Limited Time Only
Posted by MKH on November 8, 2011Here at J&R we’re always looking for new ways to get to know our customers better. With that in mind we decided to take our relationship with you to the next level. Our Friends With Benefits Loyalty Program offers Free Ground Shipping on every order from JR.com , Automatic Discounts on Premium Shipping, and earns [...]
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J Cole and His Amazing Fans at J&R, Sept. 27, 2011
Posted by RNYK on September 28, 2011The people began lining up early on Park Row on September 27. Eventually, over 600 rabid fans stretched down the street and around the corner waiting for a chance to meet & greet with J Cole, the newly anointed Prince of Hip-Hop. J Cole spent hours at J&R Music World, shaking heads, posing for pics [...]
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The Tenth Anniversary of 9/11
Posted by RNYK on September 8, 2011The events of September 11, 2001 transformed not only our Lower Manhattan neighborhood, but the entire world. We at J&R remember that day with great sadness, but also with admiration for the many heroes who gave their lives on that date, and the many more heroes who have contributed since. Our stores are only a [...]
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Updates: Earth, Wind & Fire Live at South Street Seaport
Posted by RNYK on September 8, 2011As of Thursday morning 9/8/11, barring seriously inclement weather (i.e. driving rain and/or thunder and lighting), the Earth, Wind & Fire Concert at South Street Seaport in Downtown NYC will go on as scheduled. Gates open at 5pm EST. You must have an entry bracelet to attend. Check back here for the all concert updates.
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J&R’s “Entourage” Cameo
Posted by RNYK on September 6, 2011Did you happen to catch this week’s episode of Entourage? While Turtle was being read the riot act by New York Yankee Mark “Tex” Teixeira, who should happen onto the screen but your old friend, J&R! It’s not every electronics store that gets a special guest star appearance on HBO’s hippest series.
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MusicFest & TechExpo 2011 Opens with a Splash
Posted by RNYK on August 25, 2011Thursday August 25 marked the opening of J&R’s 17th Annual MusicFest & Tech Expo in Downtown NYC, featuring three days of free music, hundreds of product demos, giveaways, seminars and enter to win contests — plus (and maybe most importantly) the biggest savings of the entire summer. Virtually an entire city block of savings — [...]
