I had a long-time customer stop by the store last week and drop off a relic from the past. It was a letter from the pharmacy in the 1950s, signed by my great-great-grandpa Harold Kester. It was introducing a new credit system called ‘Tip Top’ at Oswald’s. It would help customers keep track of tax-deductible items when they paid their statement at the end of each month.
The letter from Harold (Oswald’s 3rd generation owner) states “let us emphasize to you that we constantly strive to provide you with the best drug-store experience in Naperville.” I wholeheartedly know each generation of my family that has run Oswald’s feels the same way. I sure do! While the times have continued to change, we’re always finding a way to better serve our community.
With modern credit cards accepted nearly everywhere, I don’t think this system would excite our customers today the way it did 70 years ago. We continue to offer other more modern services and products our community is looking for though! This past month the services & products were COVID-19 at-home tests and N95 masks. With our vast network of suppliers, we’ve been able to have an almost continuous stock of at-home tests and medical-grade N95s available to our community since mid-November 2021.
Valentine’s Day 2022
Beyond our wide selection of medical-grade PPE, we’ve got some new everyday items and fun finds for Valentine’s Day! Our reputation as Naperville’s #1 souvenir destination continues, with some new Naperville-themed coffee mugs, pint glasses, stickers, and T-shirts. Hoodies are coming soon!
We also received a huge order of new Springbok Puzzles. If your Valentine’s date isn’t much of a puzzle builder, we’ve got many great treats from some our of favorite candy vendors Abdallah Candies & No Whey! Chocolates, along with everyday favorites like Fannie May and Russell Stover.
You can explore beyond our Valentine’s Day selection to find the perfect gift or game for your sweetheart. Our buyers continue to source unique items that make each and every visit to Oswald’s special. Just make sure to explore all of the aisles! You never know what you’ll find.
