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PACKING LIST FOR COLLEGE

FEEL FREE TO PRINT OFF THESE PAGES AND USE THEM AS A CHECKLIST FOR GETTING READY TO GO (BACK) TO COLLEGE.

For Southern Californians, we've indicated places where you can go to for some of the items.

FOR STUDIES

_____Computer with printer -- (Creative Computers -- see Sat. L.A. Times.)
_____Paper for printer
_____Bookbag/backpack
_____Notebook paper
_____Notebooks
_____Handheld Calculator
_____Dictionary
_____Pens
_____Pencils
_____Pencil sharpener
_____Ruler
_____Scissors
_____Tape
_____Paperclips
_____Stapler & staples
_____Scissors
_____Envelopes preaddressed by parent & stamps

FOR FUN

_____Radio -- (Check out the selection and prices at your nearest Affordable Portables)
_____CD/Cassette Player
_____Speakers & speaker wires
_____Stereo headphones
_____CDs & cassettes
_____Television
_____Musical instruments
_____Photo album

FOR ROOM

_____Desk lamp
_____Bed lamp
_____Nightlight
_____Posters, photographs, etc.
_____Rug
_____Throw pillows
_____Sheets (One source:Strouds with locations all over Southern California)
_____Mattress pad
_____Pillowcases
_____Pillow
_____Blankets
_____Bedspread
_____Towels & washclothes
_____Laundry bag
_____Coffeepot
_____Mugs & glasses
_____Bottle opener
_____Mini Bulletin Board

FOR SPORTS AND GETTING AROUND

_____Bicycle -- (Go to Helen's for LA's largest selection. Four stores. 310.829.1836)
_____Bicycle Lock
_____Athletic shoes -- (Frontrunners at 11640 San Vicente -- Brentwood)
_____Sports clothing
_____Tennis racket
_____Skiis
_____Roller blades -- (Golden Bear Skate Shop - 310.838.6611, Culver City, & also Lomita)
_____Swimming suits
_____Beach towel

FOR FINANCE & INSURANCE

_____Checkbook, credit cards, traveler's checks &/or money
_____Medical insurance card
_____Insurance papers for automobile

FOR TRAVELING

_____Suitcase (See awesome selection at Savinar Luggage -- 213.938.2501)
_____Overnight bag

PERSONAL STUFF

_____Date book and/or address book
_____Watch (Wide selection at TELL TIME, 11073 W. Olympic Bl., 310.473.9522)
_____House keys
_____Eyeglasses (extra pair)
_____Contact lens
_____Jewelry box
_____Iron
_____Sewing kit
_____Flashlight
_____Toothbrush & toothpaste
_____Hair dryer
_____Toiletries bag
_____Hair brush
_____Shower cap
_____Shaving stuff
_____Soap & soap dish
_____Shampoo
_____Deodorant
_____Skin lotion & other toiletries
_____Perfumes & colognes
_____Cosmetics
_____Tweezer
_____Tissues
_____Aspirin, vitamins, etc.
_____Mirror

AND OF COURSE, THERE IS CLOTHING......BUT WE HAVE TO END THIS SOME PLACE