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Lite-Brite: The Timeless Toy That Continues to Shine

For over 50 years, Lite-Brite has been a beloved toy that has captivated children and adults alike. With its simple…

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Keith Richards Honored with Inaugural Connecticut Governor’s Award of Excellence

Westport, CT – The Westport Library played host to a historic moment as legendary musician Keith Richards was honored with…

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The Voting Machine

Here is the voting machine I remember most. In my school, they were kept by the custodian’s office and we…

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Were You A ToysRUs Kid?

There was nothing more magical than taking your kids to ToysRUs where there were toys as far as the eye…

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Crazy Calls Answering Machine Tape…Did You Have One?

As answering machines became increasingly integrated into everyday life, some individuals sought to go beyond the standard outgoing message of…

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The 80s Called-They Want Their Radio Shack Back

Founded in in 1921 by 2 brothers RadioShack grew into a prominent retailer with thousands of stores across the United…

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Sophia Perfume

Sophia is a Coty fragrance inspired by the famous Sophia Loren an icon of style, femininity, grace, and elegance The…

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ABC Sunday Night Movie (1983 Version)

ABC Sunday Night Movie was a TV staple from 1962 to 2004 The program presented theatrical feature films airing on…

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The Bic Banana

The Bic Banana pen was a writing instrument introduced by Bic Corporation in the 1970s. The pen was distinctive for…

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How Can You Forget Chicken Tonight?

Ragu’s Chicken Tonight was a popular line of cooking sauces that first hit the shelves in the late 1980s. The…