AE2C Toys and Childcare Market

The AE2C Toys Market, a Solidarity Event

Every year in January, the Chevry-Cossigny Mutual Aid Association (AE2C) organizes its Toys and Childcare Market, an eagerly awaited event for families in the southeastern Paris region. This event addresses a concrete need: giving parents the opportunity to equip their children at lower cost, while promoting the circulation of toys and childcare equipment that are no longer used. Strollers, baby beds, high chairs, car seats, clothing from 0 to 14 years, games, stuffed animals, children's books and school supplies make up a rich and varied offer.

An Economic and Ecological Model

Buying second-hand offers many advantages, both for the family budget and for the environment. Children grow quickly, change interests, abandon their toys after a few months: rather than throwing away or storing, toy markets give objects a second life and pass them on to other families. This virtuous approach perfectly matches contemporary concerns about the circular economy and the fight against waste.

Chevry-Cossigny, a Brie Village with Hidden Heritage

Chevry-Cossigny is a commune in Seine-et-Marne located about twenty kilometers southeast of Paris, surrounded by the communes of Férolles-Attilly, Ozoir-la-Ferrière and Grisy-Suisnes. With its 4,000 or so inhabitants called Chevriards, it is a village that has managed to maintain a human size while benefiting from the proximity of the capital. The notoriety of Chevry-Cossigny is mainly due to the birth, in 1863, of Charles Pathé, pioneer of French cinema and founder of the famous Pathé company.

AE2C, a Committed Association at the Service of Residents

The Chevry-Cossigny Mutual Aid Association is an important actor in local life. Through its solidarity actions and events, it contributes to creating links between residents and supporting families in difficulty. The organization of the annual toys market is one of the highlights of its activity, allowing to finance other actions while providing a concrete service to the population.

Information and Tips for Visitors

Families are advised to arrive at the beginning of the event to enjoy the best deals, as the most sought-after items - quality strollers, new or rare toys, designer clothing - go quickly. Remember to bring change and something to transport your finds.