MOBBING MIDWAY & ON'S

Cash Mob St Paul MN (CMSPM) was featured in a St. Paul Pioneer Press article by Frederick Melo http://www.twincities.com/stpaul/ci_21356737/cash-mob-set-strike-university-avenue-businesses-wednesday (Section A, Page 4, Above the Fold!!) Utterly thrilled with the response of increasing our membership from 47 to 154 (when this article was posted). The more the merrier!

As a result of the media attention and the wonderful efforts of our members, we had great success for the CMSPM Event #2! First, we gathered at Midway Used and Rare Books, a quirky store filled with myriad tomes on almost every subject imaginable. Proprietors, Kathy & Tom Stransky, are offering a special discount for CMSPM members. You’ll receive a 10% discount when you state that you are a Cash Mob member through September 30th, 2012. Location is 1579 University Avenue West, 55104. Their website is www.midwaybook.com or phone at 651-644-7605.

Second, we consumed calories at On’s Kitchen Thai Cuisine. A terrific group gathered to share a meal and make new friends. Amnvani Khumchaya, nicknamed On, reported that her restaurant has been busy since the article was published. She and her family offer fast, friendly service and delicious food at 1613 University Avenue West, 55104. Their website is www.onskitchen.com or call 651-644-1444. If you weren’t able to attend, please patronize these businesses soon (within the next month).

Cash Mob St Paul MN (CMSPM) was formed because of my personal commitment to where I choose to reside (Twin Cities East Metro). Inspired by Cash Mob Minneapolis, I wanted to rally kindred spirits to assist East Metro entrepreneurs. No agenda, no hidden plans or political bent (that is relegated to my blog). Just plain and simple: civic duty. Spending money at a local merchant is more likely to have a positive impact on the community rather than having the profit sent to some faraway place.

To clarify the Pioneer Press article, my identity is “cloaked in secrecy” and I prefer to remain “anonymous” and use a pseudonym because I don’t seek the spotlight. I’m 100% real but a friend of mine had a bad experience with a stalker who threatened her because of what she wrote in her blog. She had to quit her blog and move to get rid of his obsessive attention. That is the only reason why I use a pseudonym. I’ve been there, done that with a stalker – not a favorable episode (via former boyfriend). I’d be honored if you’d Friend me on Facebook, follow me on Twitter, and regularly read my blog, however, no stalking please.

Remember, nifty gifts are at Something New in the Park, 2301 Como Avenue, Suite 101, St Paul 55108, www.somethingnewinthepark.wordpress.com or call 651-646-2423 for information. The shop features cool stuff made by nearly one hundred local artisans, talk about a positive impact on the area. Stop there on your way to or from the Minnesota State Fair! (CMSPM Event #1)

Please let us know if we should venture to another Green Line venue for September (CMSPM Event #3). Perhaps a Saturday morning or afternoon? Watch our page for details. Thanks! www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Cash-Mob-St-Paul-MN/297499490345966

Mob A Lot!
© 2012 Ima B. Musing

CASH MOB ST PAUL MN AUGUST 22ND EVENT

You are cordially invited to join our Cash Mob St Paul MN group as we patronize two businesses affected by Green Line – Central Corridor Light Rail construction in St. Paul! We will meet Wednesday, August 22nd at 6pm at On’s Kitchen Thai Cuisine, 1613 University Avenue West, 55104. They are located on the north side of the street, about a half a block west of the intersection with Snelling Avenue. You can access their parking lot from University Avenue, park on a side street (Sherburne or Fry) and walk over, or take the bus. Their phone number is 651-644-1444 and website is www.onskitchen.com for details.

If you arrive earlier than 6pm, please meet us at Midway Used and Rare Books, 1579 University Avenue, the NE corner with Snelling Avenue. Peruse the extensive selection of novels, rare books, comics, and games. We will gather at the doorway at 5:45pm to walk over to On’s for a scrumptious dinner. Their website is www.midwaybook.com or phone at 651-644-7605 for information. They have free parking in rear for patrons. Entrance on Sherburne Avenue into large parking lot on South side of street.

Please RSVP via our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Cash-Mob-St-Paul-MN/297499490345966 and invite your friends to congregate with us. The more the merrier! While you are there, be so kind as to “Like” our group and get notified of upcoming gatherings. If you aren’t able to join us for this soiree, please support the businesses listed in this note soon. Let them know that you were sent by “Cash Mob St Paul.”

The cash mob rules are simple:
1. Spend $20 cash (more or less but cash does speed up the check out process),
2. Chat with three people that you don’t know but please bring along a friend or two, and
3. Enjoy yourself! We want this to be a fun experience for everyone.

Thank you for all the suggestions for this assembly, it was difficult to choose but this offered the opportunity to assist two nominees on the same evening. Merci beaucoup to our friends at Hirshfields for the insightful idea of a two-for-one. Meanwhile, we urge you to acquire items from myriad small independent businesses along the Green Line. View construction as you would a snowstorm, an inconvenience but at least you don’t have to scrape your windshield or wear boots! A constru-storm?

Other nominations to visit soon include:
Dubliner Pub http://thedublinerpub.com
Little Szechuan http://littleszechuan.com
St. Paul Classic Cookie Company http://saintpaulclassiccookie.blogspot.com
Textile Center http://www.textilecentermn.org

Also, if you need a terrific gift for others or a fun item for yourself visit Something New in the Park, 2301 Como Avenue, Suite 101, St Paul 55108, www.somethingnewinthepark.wordpress.com or call 651-646-2423 for information about the local artists gift shoppe. We went there in July!

Please let us know if we should venture to another Green Line venue for September. Perhaps a Saturday afternoon? Thanks!

Mobbing Feels Good
© 2012 Ima B. Musing