About the Sock Bank
The Sock Bank is a wonderful entertaining gift for children of all ages. Our Sock is a delight for parents and grandparents, aunts, uncles and anyone who wants to pass on an important life lesson in a fun and novel way.
Events and Media Coverage
Zoomers Magazine Gift Guide
The Original Sock Bank Company was very excited to be mentioned in the Online December Edition of Zoomers Magazine in the Christmas Gift Section. Zoomers is the premier magazine for the over 45 Canadian who embrace life with experience and confidence and who aren’t afraid of change. Find us here.
Ottawa Citizen Article
Sebastian Socks It Away has been featured in the Ottawa Citizen!
Sebastian Socks It Away is available in Florida US, and Toronto!
Sebastian Socks It Away is now available in Florida at Elaine’s Hallmark Stores. A full list of stores can be found here.
Mainstreeter Article
If you’re an Ottawa East Resident pick up your copy of the November issue of Mainstreeter and read more about Sebastian Socks It Away.
Book Review
The review is now out! Read it here.
“...NCF's ‘writ n read’, a web based discussion group set up to supplement and enhance the endeavours of current reading and writing groups at NCF.”
Past Events
A-Channel Morning Show
Lori, Shirley and Illustrator Claire MacDonald appeared on the Morning Show, talking about Sebastian Socks It Away.
Interview on CBC Radio Ottawa Morning
Listen to Alan Neal’s interview with Lori, Shirley and Claire and hear Alan talk to a classroom full of four year olds about saving money.
EMC Community Newspaper / Ottawa East Edition
EMC Newspaper has published an article about The Original Sock Bank Company and Sebastian Sock’s It Away! The article can also be found online at EMC's website.
Book Signing at Leishman Books
CTV Ottawa Noon News
Lori, Shirley and Claire appeared on CJOH Ottawa Noon News! Click here to visit the Ottawa CTV website.
Book Reading at Kaleidoscope Books
I was so excited that 7 children showed up to our reading at Kaleidoscope Kids Books. Before I read Sebastian Socks It Away, I passed around a sock and explained to the children about the Sock Bank. They were intrigued. While reading the book I was watching them pass the Sock around. By the end of the story the children were all singing Shirley’s mother’s song: Sock It Away for a Rainy Day For the Day Will Come When You Will Need Some. What fun!
RBC Small Business Month
Shirley and I had a great time at our book signing at the RBC branch located in the Westgate Mall. First, we were so proud to see Sebastian Socks It Away displayed at all the tellers’ wickets. The book and sock presented well. We had the opportunity to talk to many people that were concerned about the economy and we all agreed that teaching children to save early was the best gift an adult can give. Thanks to branch manager Susan Santoni for this opportunity.
Books on Beechwood Reading
Shirley and Lori had a fantastic time at their signing at Books on Beechwood. There was even an impromptu reading when seven children showed up and asked about the Red and Grey Sock. They would like to thank the owners for making this a wonderful event.
Story Time at Chapters in Gloucester
Shirley and Lori signed books in the newly refurbished Kids Corner at Chapters in Gloucester. Sebastian Socks It Away stood out among all the classics. Thanks to chapters for having us.