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Party Today for Bubble Gum Bob's Birthday

Mark your calendar: On May 31, there will be a birthday party for Bubble Gum Bob.

 

The community is pulling together a birthday party for Bubble Gum Bob TODAY (May 31) from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Park Street Books and Toys. 

The party has been several years in the making and was the idea of Francesca D'Angelo, 14. 

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"It's something we've always wanted to do," said her mother Carrie D'Angelo.

Three years ago while in fifth grade, Francesca interviewed "Bubble Gum Bob" as part of a school project. During the interview, she learned his birthday was in June and thought it would be nice to have a birthday party for him.

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Bubble Gum Bob is a part of Medfield's character. He is at all community events and can often be seen walking around town, smiling and handing out gum (and other sweets) to everyone he meets. And it is not uncommon for people to give him a ride home to Tilden Village when he asks for it. He is a man protected and supported by a small town that cares about him.

"He's so generous and he likes to tell stories, we used to see him at Friendly's all the time. He's just part of Medfield." Carrie said. 

Now Medfield is invited to celebrate Bob's birthday on May 31 from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Park Street Books and Toys where the D'Angelos will have snacks and a birthday cake. Anyone interested in contributing to the party can contact carriedangelo@comcast.net 

"Now we're trying to spread the word for people to come out and tell him how much he means to us," Carrie said.

People are encouraged to bring a birthday card to the party or leave a message here on Patch. Bob -- who would not reveal his real age to Medfield Patch but responded only with a smile -- does not have a computer but Patch will be putting together a book of your comments (and photos if you have them) so leave a birthday message or story for Bubble Gum Bob in the Comment box below.

Editor's Note: Bob knows about the party so, if you see him on the street, feel free to mention it (and ask him if he needs a ride). 

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