Kids get mighty thirsty in the summer months, and powdered drink mixes have long provided an inexpensive alternative to soda. But, while The Kool-Aid Man was certainly a force to be reckoned with, he had to contend with some stiff competition from a drink mix called Funny Face. Join us as we take a look back at this memorable (and controversial) thirst quencher. … read more
If you had any space on your bedroom walls in the 70s, you weren’t doing it right. This was the era of the wall poster, when teen idols, rock bands, and psychedelic artists all competed for the opportunity to personalize the bedrooms of millions of kids and teenagers. Let’s take a look back at this popular artwork from back in the day.. … read more
Sometimes the most inexpensive of toys can offer the most enjoyment. Take balsa wood airplanes for example. Back in the day, these packaged gliders cost only a few cents, could be assembled in mere minutes, and were available at just about any store that sold toys. Millions were sold in the 70s, providing countless kids with hours of entertainment. … read more
A staple of the classroom in the 70s, dittos preceded the photocopy and provided the only practical way for teachers to share information on the printed page. Most memorable was the intoxicating smell of paper fresh out of the ditto machine. That’s the stuff memories are made of. Let’s take a look back. … read more
When temperatures soared on Long Island in the 70s, there was no better oasis than inside the confines of a Carvel store. Boasting some of the finest soft-serve ice cream on the planet, along with a selection of memorable novelty items and cakes, Carvel has kept Long Islanders cool for over 75 years, and helped them celebrate many a special occasion. … read more
You don’t see them them around today, but in the 70s, Howard Johnson’s didn’t only provide overnight lodging, they were the largest restaurant chain in the United States. And millions of Long Islanders certainly remember sitting down to a quality meal at these memorable eateries back in the day. … read more
Long before playlists would become popular, compiling your own music wasn’t the easiest of tasks. Thankfully, a company called K-tel felt your pain and was happy to assist, by offering a plethora of music collections on TV, each with a catchy title and a selection of the most popular music of the day. … read more
From the time she was introduced in 1959, Barbie took the world by storm as the first adult toy doll in a sea of infants. Her popularity soared and, by the time the 70s arrived, she was well-established as one of the most adored children’s toys of all time. She was also living the high life by then, thanks to some great accessories and playsets. Let’s take a look back. … read more
Move away from New York and you will quickly realize the absence of many local delicacies. One item that is particularly scarce is that potato-filled pocket of love known as the knish. Popularized by NYC immigrants at the turn of the century, Knishes remain a beloved snack, or even a meal. … read more
A staple of the New York diner, the egg cream is one of those childhood items that always seemed a little more special than the typical soft drink. And since it contains neither eggs, nor cream, it’s also a wonderful example of false advertising, but nobody cares much about that. … read more
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