🌱 Small Business Holiday Shopping Guide + Mr. Clean Car Wash Reopens

Hi all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the East Cobb Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and comfortable. High: 66 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories in East Cobb today:

1. This holiday season, East Cobb is encouraging residents to shop locally at small businesses. And in a town like East Cobb, there are plenty of amazing small shops that will make your gift-giving a hit. This list gives you just a few of the great local stores you can patronize this season in East Cobb. There's also information on promotions being held throughout the month of December. (East Cobb News)
2. The adult crafting group North Cobb Library Monthly Makers will be giving out holiday-themed kits for a fun and functional craft. From Dec. 1 until Dec. 21, you can pick up a complete "make and take" kit to craft a beautiful holiday wreath. Best of all, the wreath is made out of recycled cards, so it's environmentally friendly on top of being a lovely gift. Registration is required. (Cobb County Public Library)
3. Mr. Clean Car Wash reopened earlier this month after being shut down for over a year. The location closed in March of 2021 after a fire destroyed the shop. The combo car wash and oil change service has been rebuilt and expanded from the original building. Mr. Clean Wash will also be holding multiple promotions and events to celebrate the big reopening. (East Cobb News)

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Today in and around East Cobb:

• Infant & Toddler Storytime at Smyrna Public Library in Smyrna (5:30 AM)
• Taco Tuesday at Mango's Caribbean Restaurant in Marietta (4:00 PM)
• November Wine Events: Amazing American Wines at Stem Wine Bar (6:00 PM)
• Mini Framed Sign Workshop at Board & Brush Creative Studio in Marietta (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Cobb Library Bookmobile is on the move! Book checkouts are for all ages and levels of readers. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• The Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled has created a more accessible website. Cobb County Library workers got to experience the new site firsthand. (Cobb County Public Library via Facebook)
• Holiday Lights are coming to East Cobb Park, and we can't wait to see them shine! The event is on Sunday and everyone is welcome. (Friends For The East Cobb Park)

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Events:

• Ladies Night Out Candle + Bouquet making workshop (November 29)
• Roswell UMC Christmas Gift & Craft Show (December 2)
• Teal's The Season Holiday Soiree, "Breakfast At Divani's A Tiffani Affair" (December 2)
• Thomas Arvid Annual Holiday Show (December 3)
• Chanukah & Holiday Bazaar (December 4)
• Jazz at the Ballroom Presents "HOLIDAY IN" (December 17)
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Gigs & services:

• Masonry repairs (Details)
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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.