[bars] You-do-it store closing

[Richard T]

So THAT explains the name...You Do it...kit building is a lost art.

RichieT
W1RJT

On Thu, May 23, 2024, 9:40 PM Verhulst <verhulst at comcast.net> wrote:

> I was a Junior at Newton South High school when they opened the Needham
> location in 1964 - so, close by. It was one floor only and so a far cry
> from what it became.... and what it is today. I remember that a good
> portion of the store had work benches, individual cubes with peg board
> sides and power strips. The idea was that people would come in, buy kits
> and/or parts, and work on their projects on site. That did not last long.
> They added the second floor in the middle to late seventies IIRC - I had
> moved out to the wilds of Tewksbury by then but still made periodic
> pilgrimages. Sad to see them go.
>
> 73s Tony W1DYS
>
> *From:* bars <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> <bars-bounces at w1hh.org> *On Behalf
> Of *Tim K1DC
> *Sent:* Thursday, May 23, 2024 6:35 PM
> *To:* bars at w1hh.org
> *Subject:* [bars] You-do-it store closing
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>
> I received this email today.
>
> *To all our valued customers, *
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> *Join us in commemorating the legacy of iconic “You-do-it” Electronics
> Center. For 75 remarkable years, we've been the cornerstone of the
> electronics industry, delivering exceptional products and unparalleled
> service.*
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> *After many fulfilling years of serving our community, we're announcing
> the closure of our beloved store. While the decision to close is
> bittersweet, we know that the memories created will endure. *
>
>
>
> *As we prepare for this transition, we encourage you to come say goodbye
> and take advantage as we sell off our existing inventory and place special
> orders for popular products. Additionally, we will be selling office
> furniture and industrial shelving at deep discounts.*
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>
>
> *Please note we will be closed Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27 for
> Memorial Day Weekend. Our new hours of operations starting Tuesday May 28
> will be 10am to 5pm Monday through Friday. *
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>
> *Thank you for your patronage. Stay tuned for details on the exact closing
> date and any special events in the upcoming weeks. *
>
> I've personally spent many an hour (and $$) wandering the aisles in
> Needham.  I'll def. have to make one last trip down to grab some deals!
>
> So long and farewell to "You-Blew-It"!
>
> Tim - K1DC
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