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"Cash Mob" Planned for Hodgepodge Coffeehouse
East Atlanta shop was burglarized in December.
by Elizabeth McKinstry EAST ATLANTA — What is a Cash Mob? It’s when a group of folks get together, pick a small locally-owned, independently-operated business, meet there at a certain day and time, and spend a suggested amount of $15. Studies have shown that significantly more money spent at a locally-owned business remains in the local economy, and it’s a great way to meet others who have similar interests. The first Atlanta Cash Mob of this year will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Hodgepodge Coffeehouse and Gallery at 720 Moreland Ave. SE. There are so many worthy small businesses here in Atlanta, but Hodgepodge was burglarized in early December, and gathering here to help them make up their losses is a fitting way to …
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Chris Lund
10:40 pm on Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Great news - the Atlanta Outworlders also have a breakfast event planned that same day, from 9 am until noon. We have 13 yes and 14 maybe's. I'm thrilled at this support for Hodgepodge. more ›