We are excited to invite you to a truly unique event here at Hillside Public Library! After many years, it’s finally time to open the time capsule that was buried by the front entrance on June 20, 1975. Join us as we uncover the treasures and memories it holds, and take a trip back in time together.
Date: June 21, 2025
Time: 11:00 am
This is a special opportunity for all members of our community to come together, reflect on the past, and celebrate how far we’ve come. We can’t wait to share this moment with you!
We hope to see you there!
Memories
If you were there in 1975, worked at the library, have photos or know someone who should be part of the festivities, please contact us: contact@hillsidelibrary.org
Guests
Speakers:
- Amy Franco – Library Executive Director
- Joseph T. Tamburino – Hillside Mayor
Performers
- Dave Rudolph Trio
- Jesse White Tumblers
Event Schedule
- 11:00 am
- Welcome
- 2025 Scholarship Winners Announcement
- Introduction/Comments
- Speakers
- 11:15 – 11:45 am Time capsule unearthed
- 11:45 am – 1:00 pm Capsule opened and contents announced
- 1:00 – 2:00 pm Dave Rudolph Trio Band (Live 70’s Music)
- 1:00 – 3:00 pm The Food Dude Food Truck (available for purchase)
- 2:00 – 3:00 pm Jesse White Tumblers
- 3:00 – 3:15 pm Raffle winners announced
- 2:00 – 4:00 pm Rainbow Cone Truck (1 per person)
- 2:00 – 4:00 pm Balloon Artist (Awesome Balloon Creations)
Events Throughout the Day:
- Summer Reading Check-In
- Live Feed Station
- Kids Activities
- Photo Booth
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What was happening in the world the year it was sealed?
Groceries cost in 1975:
- Milk: A half-gallon of milk cost $0.785.
- Eggs: A dozen eggs cost $0.61.
- Bread: White bread cost $0.36 per pound.
- Steak: Round steak cost $1.89 per pound.
- Apples: Apples cost $0.34 per pound.
- Coffee: Coffee cost $3.85 per lb.
- Gas: A gallon of gas cost $0.57.
- Cigarettes: Cigarettes averaged 47.9¢ per pack (including tax).