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  • Annie’s Book Stop in Nobscot Calls it Quits

    Annie’s Book Stop in Nobscot Calls it Quits

    Annies Book Stop / Espresso Paulo, Nobscot Shopping Center, Framingham MA, (July 28,2011 photo)
    Soon the lights will be out for good at Annie's Book Stop / Espresso Paulo & the Nobscot Gallery in the Nobscot Shopping Center, Framingham MA, (July 28,2011 photo)

    FRAMINGHAM, MA– Nobody can blame Paul Ashton, he’s made more of an effort than most to keep the small business he operates in the Nobscot Shopping Center alive — waiting, hoping for an economic rebound, or at least some signs of life.

    On Thursday July 28th, Ashton, owner of Annie’s Book Stop & Espresso Paulo sent out a press release, regretfully announcing he is closing up shop.

    Although he hasn’t set an exact closing date, starting Friday, July 29th, he will be holding an “Everything Must Go” sale.

    In his press release, Ashton commented, “Obviously I feel quite sad about this. The book store has been in this plaza for over 20 years, and I have owned it since 2000. As other booksellers, both new and used, have found, book-buyer habits have changed significantly in recent years.”

    Citing recent trends in online shopping, Ashton went on to explain (more…)

  • Nobscot Gallery in Annie’s Book Stop Features Student Art

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Nobscot Gallery, bookstore and coffee shop in Nobscot Plaza on Water St. hosts an exhibit of Hemenway students’ artwork beginning on June 8th, 2008.

    The Hemenway School Parent’s & Children’s Art Exhibition is organized by parents Patty Hebert and Brenda Dostie. The exhibition will celebrate and share the talents of the Hemenway community of parents and students. Exhibits are expected to include paintings, pottery, photography, quilting and jewelry.

    Local writer and parent Patty Hebert commented: “I have always enjoyed the monthly exhibits at the Nobscot Gallery, and this one will be particularly delightful as it showcases the art of our school community.

    A grand opening reception will be held on Sunday, June 8th, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Nobscot gallery in Annie’s Book Stop. The reception will also feature music and other performance art from children whose talents are more active than static!

    The reception will be a fund raiser, and grilled food has been generously donated by Wanda’s Food and Catering. All proceeds will be donated to the Hemenway School PTO art program.

    Organiser Brenda Dostie commented: “We just want to celebrate the joy and enthusiasm of our children expressed through art. Events like this are important in bringing together our community.”

    For further information contact Paul Ashton at Espresso Paulo / Annie’s Book Stop, 774 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701, 508-877-1891, paul.ashton@espressopaulo.com.

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