Article by Phoenix writer Michelle Paszek ’24:
The Phoenix Emporium Bookstore is a place where the members of the Kellenberg Family can buy necessary school supplies as well as Kellenberg merchandise. From uniform pieces to loungewear, to gifts for family and friends, the bookstore has it all.
According to Emporium Assistant Moderator Mr. Armoia, “Our biggest selling items are definitely sweatshirts and sweatpants and a new LI Firebird t-shirt we have. And of course, the Kellenberg car magnets are a very popular item.”
“The Kellenberg Phoenix Emporium is a great way for students to be able to show their school spirit at events and in their communities,” said John D. Gaffney Jr., an eighth-grade Emporium staff member.
Eighth-grade member John Furlong shared, “If you need something to do then come join the Phoenix Emporium. And if you need something in general, you can probably buy it here too!”
Located at the end of the cafeteria hallway next to the ARK, the bookstore is open in the mornings from 7:45 to the start of Homeroom every day and from 2:50 to 3:45 on Tuesdays through Fridays after the end of the school day. However, the website is available at all times at https://shop.kellenberg.org.
Due to COVID, the store has mainly been online, where orders have been shipped directly to the customer’s house or by using an added feature of local pickup. This is where online orders can be picked up in school at the bookstore, saving both time and money. Even though this was meant to continue business safely within the school during cohorts, it will continue on into future years.
Students with a real interest in retail experience or who want to support school spirit can also join the bookstore staff. Anyone interested can contact Bro. Peter Sennert, S.M. or assistant moderators Mr. Armioia and Mr. von Elm.