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August 16, 2013

View-Master

Many a 1970s kid witnessed the wonders of the world through a simple little toy called the View-Master. Seemingly every store and vacation spot displayed huge racks filled with the familiar white discs, each containing a collection of three-dimensional images from a plethora of exotic locales, and just about every 70s TV show, cartoon or movie in existence. … read more

Toys

July 31, 2013

Hoppity Hop

For youngsters not quite ready to tackle the pogo stick, but eager to get their own bouncy fix, the 1970s offered the Hoppity Hop. Consisting of a large rubber sphere with a handle (or head, depending on the model) affixed to the top, this was a coveted toy among the younger set – at least until your legs grew long enough for a Big Wheel. … read more

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Thomas D. on Smithtown General Hospital: “Me to, way back in 1963.” Nov 29, 13:17
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Robert on Korvette’s: “My folks, siblings and I went to the KORVETTES on 5 Towns off Rockaway Blvd in the late 60’s-77. Many…” Oct 7, 01:39
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Lois Waldick on Buried Treasure: “I grew up in Ontario and the buried treasure we got was a creamsicle type ice cream with the buried…” Sep 25, 08:09
Edward Wolf on Beefsteak Charlie’s: “I spent 10 years with BSC, Levittown, Smithaven and Carle Place. I remember Paul Mazza, Harry Mazza, and Al Mazza,…” Sep 20, 09:22