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  • Many Happy Returns

    We admit it.  We do a fair amount of returning merchandise we changed our minds about keeping.  But we work within the return policies and deadlines, and always have our receipt ready.

    Lately, probably due to the economy, we have seen more people returning things when we are shopping.  From the looks of some things, we guess people looked around the house for things that they might be able to cash in to stretch their resources.

    We have waited in line while a woman looked through a half inch thick pile of receipts in her wallet for the one she needed.  We have waited while a cashier explains to customers, that without a receipt, they only receive credit if the item is still sold in stores, and at the lowest price within a specified period.

    We have waited while a cashier explains that without a receipt, and/or without a box or packaging, the store can’t take back an item.

    And we have heard customers rant that they never even opened the box, that its sat in their car for six months, so why shouldn’t they get some credit?  Would you want to buy a printer, or electronic device that had been in a car in this hot weather for days on end?

    By and large businesses around here are great about giving credit, or refunds for returns, even the grocery stores.   Receipts, prompt returns, and packaging make for smooth sailing and happier people behind you in line.

  • News from the Framingham Farmers Market

    Contributed by Elizabeth Aurilio, Market Manager

    FRAMINGHAM, MA –This week at the Farmers Market on the Centre Comon on Edgell Road we’ll finally have CHEESE! I thank you for your patience while we put this picture together, and am excited to finally offer a range of farmstead and artisanal cheeses at the market this coming week – fresh mozzarella, sharp cheddar, buttery triple creme and fresh goat cheeses are just a handful of the selection.

    Jilo, Taioba, Maxixe – our Hmong farmers’ are growing more than just their own ethnic foods – they’re also bringing Brazillian favorites to market. These very unusual vegetables are fun to try and the farmers’ encourage you to ask them about popular ways to prepare these specialties. Recipes are often available for the asking.

    If traditional favorites are more your stride, now is the time to stock up on peaches, white peaches, nectarines, white nectarines, roma tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers and pickling cucumbers – canning season is upon us and now is the time to begin arrangements with your favorite farmers’ for bulk canning and preserving discounts. A little smattering of peach jam, some hot pepper relish, fire roasted red peppers, dill pickles and homemade tomato sauce will be your sources of comfort this winter when the growing season is over and the markets are closed.

    The Ernie Update: Still bumbling about picking corn and peaches – it’s the peak of the season and the best food is fresh picked! That means Ernie has to harvest daily to bring the freshest corn and peaches to market! And there’s a lot to pick out there this time of year!

    The market is every Thursday from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. through October.

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  • Teachers Appreciation Week at Office Depot August 16 – 22, 2009

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Office Depot, Shoppers World, Rt. 9 W, celebrates teachers the week of August 16-22, 2009 by offering them 10 percent off school supplies. On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon there will be breakfast treats by Bruegger’s Bagels,and John Harvard’s Brew House. There will also be free gifts and coupons while supplies last.

    Teacher Breakfast with treats, gifts, and coupons on Sat, August 22

    Teachers who sign up for the free Office Depot STAR teacher program also receive 15 percent off in the copy and print center throughout the year. They will also be enrolled in the Worklife Rewards program, which gives them 10 percent credits on ink, toner, paper and 1 percent back in credits on other qualifying purchases.

    On Saturday, August 22, 2009 only, they will receive 50 percent back in rewards on products made by selected manufacturers, including Crayola, Expo, Papermate, Five Star, Sharpie, and Meade. See www.mystarteacher.com/tab or the local Office Depot store for details.

    Teachers and the general public can also help out their local schools by mentioning a pre-K – 12 grade school at the checkout. The school will receive 5 percent credit towards school supplies on qualifying purchases through the Office Depot 5% Back to Schools program.

    Teachers need to enroll in the free STAR Teacher program in order to receive the 10 percent discount. Enrollment is in-store and only takes a few minutes.

    Office Depot in Shoppers World is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The store’s phone number is: 508-620-5570.

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