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Teletubbies Take Manhattan
The Teletubbies celebrated their 10th anniversary with a “British invasion” of the United States. Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po—from the beloved BBC and PBS television series—appeared in New York City during the week of March 26, raising awareness and funds for Autism Speaks and Cure Autism Now.

This is the first time that the original Teletubbies actors have appeared in costume in public. The 10th anniversary festivities kicked off with a launch party at the Teletubbies pop-up shop on on Bleecker Street on March 27. On March 28, there was a

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The Teletubbies arrive for the launch party at the Teletubbies pop-up shop in New York City. Click here for more photos from the event.
ribbon cutting ceremony marking the opening of the pop-up shop. In honor of the occasion, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg declared March 28 "Teletubbies - Autism Speaks -Cure Autism Now Day" ( click here to see a photo of the proclamation). The pop-up shop, which will be open through April 7, is showcasing new Teletubbies licensed products with proceeds from sales benefiting Autism Speaks and Cure Autism Now. In addition, an auction of one-of-a-kind Teletubbies items will be held with 100% of proceeds being donated to Autism Speaks and Cure Autism Now. Click here for details on the auction. Click here for more on the Teletubbies efforts on behalf of Autism Speaks and Cure Autism Now.

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