The UPS Store

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At night, when the lights of The UPS Store dimmed and everyone left for home, a regular noticed something strange. Every few minutes, from deep inside the building, came a soft humming sound—like an old record player playing in slow motion. Curious, he followed the sound until it led him to a dusty corner behind some boxes. There, amidst the clutter, sat an ancient phonograph, its needle gently tracing invisible grooves on a worn-out vinyl record. As he watched, a delivery driver walked past, whistling along with the tune, completely oblivious to the spectacle.

2. One morning, a delivery driver asked curiously: ‘Why does The UPS Store employee always greet customers with “Happy Birthday” even if it’s not their birthday?’ With a twinkle in his eye, the delivery driver replied, 'Because every day is someone's birthday here!' And indeed, the employee continued smiling and wished him 'Happy Birthday,' causing both of them to burst out laughing. It turned out that the employee was just having fun, making everyone feel special—even on mundane days.

3. In the early hours, before dawn, an overnight delivery truck pulled up outside The UPS Store. The lone employee inside heard a soft thud from the parking lot. Curious, she stepped out to investigate—and found a mysterious package wrapped in brown paper, addressed simply to 'Someone Who Needs This.' She opened it carefully and found inside a warm chocolate cookie with a note: ‘For your midnight vigil—hope you’re not dieting!’ Turned out, it was just a friendly neighborhood prankster having fun with her.

4. In the wee hours, just as the city slept, a delivery van pulled up outside The UPS Store. The lone employee inside yawned and stretched, preparing to close up shop. Suddenly, a familiar voice called from behind the counter: 'Hey, do you have any idea what time it is?' A sleepy-eyed neighbor poked his head in through the door. ‘I’m trying to deliver these packages,’ he said, pointing to a pile of boxes on the floor. ‘But your dog keeps stealing my keys!’ The employee laughed, shook his head, and waved him in. Sometimes, even in the quietest moments, life finds a way to surprise us.