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A New Way to Buy Local in Lakewood

Join the Mob.. The Lakewood Cash Mob that is.

So what exactly is a cash mob? 

Just one more way to help support local businesses! 

The idea was started in the Summer of 2011 by a blogger in New York.

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The idea is simple, get a group together and "mob" a local business. 

Each person attending spends a designated amount, usually around $20. The business is informed prior to the "mob" so they can be ready for a great day of sales. 

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Buying local is more important now than ever. 

There are so many great small shops in the area that need the support of the community to stay open. 

Lakewood is so lucky to have so many unique businesses, everything from Art Galleries to Zumba Classes can be found here. Cash Mobs are popping up all over the country and doing so much good, so why not in our own backyards? 

That is precisely why the Lakewood Cash Mob is now in existence! Each month we will select a local business to mob, and every attendee will spend at least $10.  Such a small amount can make a huge impact when enough people are involved!

Our first mob will be announced soon. 

Follow us on Facebook to find out where we will be each month.  Know of a small business who should be mobbed? 

Email us for more information.

Remember to Buy Local!

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