At Uncle Marty's, we are here to serve you year-round at our Collegetown location, closing only on Sundays and major federal holidays when our shipping partners (FedEx, DHL, USPS) have limited or no service. As the end-of-year holidays approach, we want to give our clients and guests a heads up on when we'll be closing …
Change for Change: The History Center in Tompkins County
Please join us in supporting The History Center in Tompkins County by donating in the Change for Change jar on our counter, or through an electronic donation we can take through our point of sale system. Learn more about the The History Center in Tompkins County at https://thehistorycenter.net/ And thank you all for the wonderful …
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September / October Change for Change: Community Science Institute
The September / October beneficiary for the Change for Change program at Uncle Marty's will be the Community Science Institute. Our very own team member Aleah has been interning with the Community Science Institute all summer and the work they do for our community and its water supply is very important. We hope that your …
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Uncle Marty’s 10 Year Anniversary
It's September 1, 2021, which means it's our 10 year anniversary! Uncle Marty's Shipping Office opened September 1, 2011, and over the last decade we've grown consistently and strongly because of the amazing community we've been blessed to serve. It's our privilege to live and work in Ithaca and our guests, neighbors, friends, and families …
Closed July 5th
Uncle Marty's Shipping Office will be closed on Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day. Most of our shipping partners (USPS, FedEx, DHL) are also either closed in the US, or operating with limited service on the observed holiday. We'll be back on Tuesday the 6th. See you then!
Update on Masks
Thank you to all of our guests and clients for your patience, cooperation, and outstanding support during the past year (and then some) as we've navigated the pandemic. We've been able to stay open as an essential business--growing steadily throughout--and done what we can to keep our little store a safe, sanitary, welcoming space. Now …
Masks at Uncle Marty’s
We've been asked about our business policy regarding masks after New York State and Tompkins County adopt CDC guidance on Wednesday, May 19th. After speaking with guests, clients, staff, and advisors, as well as reviewing the advice posted on the Tompkins County Health Department's site, we've decided that we will continue to wear masks in …
May Move-Out Season
The busy May move-out season is upon us! As always, Uncle Marty's is here to help local students during this hectic time. With over 50 sizes of boxes in stock, we simplify and feature four main sizes (S, M, L, XL), and sell thousands of them to students to use as they pack up their …
May/June Change for Change: Tompkins County 4-H
Our popular Change for Change program at Uncle Marty's will benefit the Tompkins County 4-H this May and June. Many of our team members have been involved in 4-H for years, and the program has done wonderful things for them and for our community as a whole. We hope you'll join us in supporting the …
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Growing Collegetown Business Taking Applications
Uncle Marty’s Shipping Office continues to grow, and we’re currently accepting applications. We hope to hire some new associates with the potential for one to develop into a full-time store manager for our Collegetown shop. Previous experience in packing, shipping, storage, printing, or mailbox rental—our core services—is not required; we’ll provide training in those areas. …
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