[bars] ***SPAM*** Re: You-do-it store closing

[Verhulst]

At their time line site, https://www.youdoitelectronics.com/about/, you 
can see pictures of the build booths under 1965.

Tony w1dys

On 5/23/2024 11:29 PM, Richard T wrote:
> So THAT explains the name...You Do it...kit building is a lost art.
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> RichieT
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> 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>
>>     <mailto: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.
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>>     /To all our valued customers, /
>>
>>     //
>>
>>     /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./
>>
>>     //
>>
>>     /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./
>>
>>     //
>>
>>     /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. /
>>
>>     //
>>
>>     /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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