May 6, 2011

Guinness World Record Attempt at Cat & Mouse

What does it take to get into the Guinness Book of World Records? For James Buffington, founder of the Chicago Yo-Yo Club, it will take an architect, a photographer, a videographer, witnesses of good standing in the toy community, and one yo-yo with a very long string.

On Saturday, May 21st, James will attempt to smash the record for the world's longest usable yo-yo, which currently stands at 35 feet 2 inches. From the heights of the roof deck above Cat & Mouse Game Store, where the Chicago Yo-Yo Club meets monthly, James will throw a yo-yo with a 40+ foot string and attempt to have it come back up to his hand.   And just in case you're wondering, a normal yo-yo string is about 3-4 feet.

Our official string-measurer will be Alec Lisec of Lisec Architects, since Guinness requires that all measurements be done by an architect or surveyor.  (Who knew?)  Our chief official witness will be Mary Couzin, founder of the Chicago Toy & Game Fair and all-around toy expert.  And last but not least,  the enthusiastic and talented members of the Chicago Yo-Yo Club will also be on hand to document the event and cheer James on.

Will James succeed in his quest to make history and join the pages of Guinness?  We hope you'll find out with us on May 21st!

 

New Products and Restocks

         

      

New 2011 puzzles from Educa

1000 GARDEN, CATALINA ESTRADA  1500 SAINT BASIL’S CATHEDRAL, MOSCOW  1000 WHITE LION, VIKTOR SHVAIKO

 

Event Updates

Day of Dominion
Saturday, May 7, 12:00-5:00pm

Join us for a day of Dominion, one of our bestselling games and 2009 Game of the Year! Whether you're a new or experienced player, we'll have some fun in store for you.  Between Noon and 1pm we'll have a learn-to-play session, open play will be from 1-3pm, and we'll top things off with a tournament from 3-5pm. 
>> more about Day of Dominion

Publisher Showcase: Cambridge Games Factory
Tuesday, May 24, 6:30-10:00pm

During this publisher showcase we'll feature something old, something new, and all FUN from Cambridge Games Factory! Most famous as the publishers of Glory to Rome, Cambridge is making a comeback this year with the publication of several new card games. Join us as we demo two of their hottest new titles, Barons and North Pole. 
>> more about Cambridge Games Factory Showcase

 

 

 

Upcoming Special Events

Sat. 5/7 - Day of Dominion, 12-5pm

Sat. 5/21 - Chicago Yo-Yo
Club + World Record Attempt!
 2-5pm  > details

Sun. 5/15 - D&D for Kids, 12:30-2pm

Tues. 5/24 - Publisher Showcase: Cambridge Game Factory, 6:30-10pm

> Complete calendar of recurring and special events

Our Best Sellers in April

  1. Settlers of Catan
  2. Bananagrams
  3. Dominion
  4. Dominion Intrigue
  5. Ticket to Ride
  6. 7 Wonders
  7. Nuts

 

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Board Games 101:  Introduction to
Worker Placement Games


Game Demo:  Piece o' Cake

 

 

Featured Product

The Perplexus Rookie is the newest version of one of our favorite toys.  This 3-D marble maze is easier than the original Perplexus, and is great for ages 5 and up. 

 

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Chicago, IL 60647

www.cat-n-mouse.com

Phone:  773-384-4454
Email:  info@cat-n-mouse.com

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