Greetings:
As we make final preparations for the opening of our exhibition Shoppers' World 1951-1994 next week, more items continue to flow in. We just received a box of memorabilia from Ed Sanderson, proprietor of Joan and Ed's Deli and yesterday I talked to a former employee of the House of Zodiac. He was so excited about the exhibition that he's coming to do palm and card readings both opening night and day...
If you are not a member and want to join us for Opening Night next Friday (see specifics below) this is a member/donor event so please take advantage of our discounted member rate of $19.51 and join us now. Your membership supports our mission to preserve and share the rich history of Framingham including that of Shoppers' World. It is hard to believe, but this one of a kind mall is history. We are really looking forward to sharing it with you.
Annie Murphy
Executive Director
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Shoppers' World 1951-1994
Opening at Edgell Memorial Library
3 Oak St. Framingham, MA
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| "Ask Me" Girls, Shoppers World opening day 1951 |
Opening Night - Friday, Feb. 15th 6:00-8:00pm
This '50s themed opening is a special event for our members and donors. We'll have decor and refreshments of the era and period attire is optional. Ladies, see above "Ask Me Girls" for ideas... We will relight the old neon Shoppers' World sign at 6:30 in front of the Edgell Memorial Library. If you're not presently an FHC member, click here to join at a special introductory Shoppers' World rate - just $19.51 for the year .
Opening Day - Saturday Feb. 16th
12:00-4:00pm
Come and revisit this "kinder, gentler shopping center" with a display of special images, stories, and memorabilia designed to rekindle memories of a place that helped define Framingham for 43 years. Open to the public. Admission $5.00.
Beginning February 20th Shoppers' World 1951-1994 is open through September 1st Wed. - Sat. from 1:00-4:00 pm. at the Edgell Memorial Library, 3 Oak St., Framingham, MA
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Help us launch Shoppers' Ale!
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John Harvard's
Brew House
One Worcester Road
Framingham
Thursday, Feb. 21st
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Once upon a time, shoppers would take a break from browsing the 40+ stores at the "old" Shoppers' World to stop by the bakery at Jordan Marsh's mezzanine level for a famous blueberry muffin. John Harvard's brewmaster has created a nostalgic "Shoppers' Ale" - an amber ale with notes of blueberry and cinnamon, reminiscent of the enticing aroma of that delectable Jordan Marsh muffin! Come and purchase your collectible Shoppers World pint glass and join us for appetizers and a free beer sample as we launch this Shoppers' Ale! John Harvard's will continue to sell the custom ale for several months, with $1/pint and $2/growler benefiting the Framingham History Center. If you're unable to attend, don't miss getting your limited-edition pint glass at our museum shop when you come see the exhibition, or purchase online by clicking here! |
History Biography Book Group
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Wednesday
February 20th
7:30 pm
Barnes & Noble
Shoppers World, Framingham
This month, Martin Quitt will lead the discussion of his book Stephen A. Douglas and Antebellum Democracy. The History/Biography Book Group, a partnership effort of the FHC and Barnes & Noble is now in its 11th year! Free and open to the public, the group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month except December (November's meeting is one day earlier due to holiday) with selections chosen by group members.
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Street Smarts: Good Luck Farm and the Land Before Shoppers' World
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Charlie Holt and his Dad on the farm's tip cart
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Back by popular demand, our
Street Smarts series returns with a program that explores this part of Framingham before Shoppers' World moved in. FHC member and lifetime resident Charlie Holt shares his family's history with a presentation that brings us back to to a time when our town's makeup was much more agricultural.
SAVE THE DATE - MARCH 3RD, 2:00 PM, HISTORIC VILLAGE HALL, 2 Oak Street, Framingham.
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We're Hiring!
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The Framingham History Center is looking to fill a new part time (20 hrs) position of Development Assistant. Responsibilities include management of the Development Committee and FHC Ambassadors while maintaining the FHC etapestry database. Click here for a complete job description. Interested parties should submit resume and additional details to jobs@framinghamhistory.org on or before February 20.
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Patron's Presentation
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Long-time FHC member Arthur Fitts is giving a talk before a joint meeting of the Boston Numismatic Society and the Currency Club of New England entitled:
"The Challenges and Rewards of Hometown Collecting"
Monday, April 8, 7:30 PM at
Trinity Church, 730 Main St. Waltham
Refreshments Served; all are welcome.
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House Tour news...
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 Many thanks to Bernardi Auto Group for signing on as the first corporate sponsor for the FHC's 13th Annual House Tour on May 19th. Tickets go on sale March 1st. See next month's e-news for more details and ticket ordering info! Advertisers and sponsors should email charlene@framinghamhistory.org
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