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Happy Thanksgiving from Abt!

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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Abt! As with every year, we’re thankful for the amazing team we have here and the loyal customers that keep our business running. As a reminder, our store will be closed today so that our staff can enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with their families. We wish you a safe, happy and healthy holiday filled with fun (and food!). If you’re trying to get a head…

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Meet Santa At Abt!

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A Santa meet and greet? Yes, please! The man of the season will be coming to Abt on the following dates, and shoppers can come meet Santa and take a free photo with him! The holiday season in 2023 is bound to be a great one, especially with great memories you can look back on—make sure you don’t miss out! Check out the dates below to see when Santa’s sleigh will be…

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Employee Spotlight! Gary Quinton

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If you’ve ever had something from Abt shipped to your door from across the country, that product arriving perfectly was likely the result of Gary Quinton and his Logistics team. They’re a fine-tuned machine, helping Abt shoppers across the country to get the products they order on time, whether they live in Los Angeles, Miami or Denver. And a large part of it is thanks to this month’s Employee Spotlight, Gary Quinton.…

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Holiday Gift Guide: Video Game & Gamer Gifts

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Picking out gamer gifts can be notoriously difficult, especially if you’re not a player yourself. With new consoles coming out and new ways to play (hello VR) becoming more popular every day, it isn’t getting any easier, either. But we’ve got gamers and tech experts on staff who have the pulse of what’s happening now and what’s coming next in the world of video games. Whether you’re looking for a stocking stuffer…

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Happy Veterans Day from Abt!

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Happy Veterans Day, from Abt to you. Every day, our company honors all who have made the brave choice to fight for our country. We thank those currently enlisted and those who have returned home safely, and we remember the fallen soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom in America. In fact, did you know that the son of Abt founders and former CEO, Bob Abt, was a veteran? He…

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Thanksgiving Picks From Abt Sales Specialists

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We’ve officially made it to the first week in November, which means Thanksgiving is around the corner. For many, it’s a beloved holiday for eating and coming together with the ones you love. For others, it’s a month full of stress. Why? Because hosting a holiday dinner with all your friends and family takes a lot of work and planning. But Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be all hustle and bustle. No one…

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Halloween Costume Contest! Abt Employees Face Off

Amanda from the Candy store dressed up for our costume contest as Hubba Bubba gum

Yesterday was Halloween, and the spooky spirit hasn’t entirely left Abt yet. That’s because we had our annual Halloween costume contest yesterday! On October 31, employees at Abt are welcome to dress to the nines in their favorite costumes. This year we were bound to see witches, horror film classics, Barbies, Kens, and…Mona Lisa, is that you? Our full gallery from our Halloween Costume Contest is posted online to our Facebook page,…

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Trick or Treat Yourself At The Abt Candy Store

It’s official! After a long countdown, Halloween is finally next week. But if you’re celebrating with us, there’s probably one last thing left to prepare for this spooky season: trick or treating. Whether you’re expecting a flood of children to ring your doorbell all night or planning a costume party to remember, something sweet will always hit the spot. What better place to stock up than the Abt Candy Store? That’s right!…

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Employee Spotlight! Vito Colinelli

A photo of our employee spotlight recipient, Vito Colinelli

Our monthly Employee Spotlight always showcases an amazing team member of the Abt family, but October’s pick is particularly exciting. We’re talking about Vito Colinelli, Abt’s executive trainer. A member of the company’s backbone, Vito has been training our specialists and more for nearly 25 years now. The number of installers, plumbers, and carpenters he has helped to train here at Abt is astronomical. We imagine that Vito Colinelli would be able…

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Meet Our Fall 2023 Star Employees!

The photos and job titles of the Fall 2023 star employees at Abt

Welcome back to Chicagoland’s chilly fall season! It’s the time of year when we gather together and enjoy the season with our closest family and friends. But for Abt, we’re prepping for our busiest time of the year. But that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate our amazing staff. That’s why we’re showing off our four Star Employees of the season! Twice a year, we take the time to honor and share the…

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