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Biz Notes: ECBA events return; Hiring Day at The Avenue; more

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Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady
Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady

The East Cobb Business Association is resuming regular networking events following more than a year’s absence due to COVID-19 protocols.

The ECBA has been holding its annual luncheon meetings since last summer at a new location in hybrid form at the Rich Hart Studios (2030 Powers Ferry Road) the third Tuesday of each month.

The organization has resumed its Friday breakfast networking meetings in a new location, the recently opened Flying Biscuit Cafe at Parkaire Landing (4880 Lower Roswell Road), starting at 7:30 a.m. There’s no admission cost; you don’t have to sign up and pay for what you eat and drink.

On the first Friday of every month, the ECBA’s Professional Women of East Cobb holds a networking luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Marlow’s Tavern Merchant’s Walk (1311 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 208). Pay for your lunch; no registration is required.

On June 29, the ECBA’s quarterly breakfast events with local newsmakers will return, with Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady as the featured guest. That event is at J. Christopher’s East Lake (2100 Roswell Road, Suite 2116) from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members and $10 online with advancd registration. The same-day cost is $5 more.

For more information about these and other ECBA events and programs, click here.

Disclaimer: East Cobb News is a member of the East Cobb Business Association.

Hiring Day at The Avenue

Several businesses at The Avenue East Cobb have open positions available, and next Monday you can interview for them.

There’s going to be a special hiring suite near High Country Outfitters from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Some of the participating businesses include Amazing Lash, Ann Taylor, Chico’s, Hand & Stone Massage, Lenscrafters, Menchies, Talbot’s, Pottery Barn and Williams Sonoma.

More jobs and information can be found here: https://www.avenueeastcobb.com/jobs/

Edward-Johns Jewelers to close

After 42 years in business, Edward-Johns Jewelers of East Cobb will be closing its doors soon.

The jewelry store announced on social media Monday that its last day will be July 31, and that all stock is on sale at cost until then.

Edward Johns was started by Johnny Johnson, who in addition to becoming a prominent member of the local business community was a leading civic activist and served on the Cobb Board of Education.

Among Johnson’s many roles in the community was serving as Santa Claus at East Cobb Park Holiday Lights events. He also posed at Santa in Decembers for free photos with children at his jewelry store.

Johnson died of COVID-19 complications in February, and his family has been keeping the store open.

Edward Johns is located at 1225 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 801. The opening hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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East Cobb Biz Notes: Marietta Coffee Company has grand opening

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Marietta Coffee Company

A couple weeks back at the East Cobb Business Association Expo we met Robert Love, who’s the proprietor of a new locally-brewed shop called the Marietta Coffee Company, in the space that was Darwin’s Burgers and Blues on Roswell Road.

Robert has operated the Thrive Wellness Center, a chiropractic clinic, a few doors down, and he told us he’s always wanted to have a coffee shop. His landlord at the clinic also scooped up the old Darwin’s property and so he says he decided to take the plunge.

Marietta Coffee opened a few weeks ago, and over the weekend had a grand opening celebration over the weekend, starting on Friday.

You can find updates on the shop’s Facebook page. There will be coffee and bakery specials, along with live music and other events. Until then, the hours are 10-6, and after the grand opening, they’ll be open from 7 a.m. until midnight seven days a week.

Robert told me that the emphasis at the shop is local, from the locally roasted gourmet coffee to the entertainment to the neighborhood vibe he’s aiming to create.

On Wednesday, the shop will hold the latest Cobb Coffee With a Cop session from 6-8 p.m. Citizens can discuss their crime and public safety concerns with officers from Precinct 4 in an informal setting.

Marietta Coffee Company is located at 1598 Roswell Road. Phone: 678-765-8885.

ECBA Gala Event

The East Cobb Business Association is postponing its usual monthly luncheon on the third Tuesday to this coming Tuesday, Oct. 23, for its annual awards gala. The guest speaker is Cobb County Manager Rob Hosack, and the luncheon also will serve as a 25th anniversary tribute to EAST COBBER magazine.

The event is from 11-1 at Olde Towne Athletic Club (4950 Olde Towne Parkway), and tickets are $20-$30. Advance registration must be completed by 5 p.m. Monday.

Other business group news

  • The Cobb Chamber of Commerce recently issued its annual public safety awards at its monthly luncheon, and Marietta Police Officer Jayson Duncan was named public safety employee of the year. In March, he provided medical assistance to a stabbing victim after responding to calls about a fight on Powers Ferry Road. Duncan applied a hemostatic gauze to the wound and stayed with the victim until EMS crews arrived.

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East Cobb Biz Notes: Board and Brush grand opening; Johnson Ferry fast food updates

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We’ve been in touch to get more information, but what follows is how the East Cobb Board and Brush grand opening event is shaping up for Saturday.

It’s from 10 a.m. to noon and it’s located at Woodlawn Square (1205 Johnson Ferry Road), Suite 103.Board and Brush East Cobb, East Cobb Biz Notes

That’s directly next to the now-closed Muss & Turner’s restaurant. There’s not an overhead sign yet, but some preliminary DIY wood decor craft classes have been in progress:

Enjoy snacks, treats, giveaways and a fun morning out with friends and family. Explore our studio and find the project you want to create in an upcoming class!

The first 50 people will receive a free gift bag and $10 off coupon!

6 Random Gift Bags will include a $20 Off Coupon!
4 Random Gift Bags will include a $30 Off Coupon!
2 Random Gift Bags will include a $65 Off Coupon!

All guests have the chance to win…

* * * A PRIVATE VIP PARTY FOR 6 GUESTS (A $390 VALUE) * * *
To enter: take a selfie in our studio during the Grand Opening & post it on Facebook by July 15 and TAG us @ Board & Brush East Cobb.

Reopenings and remodelings

The McDonald’s on Lower Roswell Road near Johnson Ferry Road has reopened after a remodeling.

Further up on Johnson Ferry, the Wendy’s at the intersection of East Cobb Drive (1312 Johnson Ferry) is also going to be undergoing a remodeling. The operator of the location, Hoover Foods, Inc., is seeking a variance request to reduce the minimum required front setback from 50 to 48 feet.

The request comes up Wednesday before the Cobb Board of Zoning Appeals. The meeting begins at 1 p.m. in the second floor meeting room of the Cobb government building, 100 Cherokee St., in downtown Marietta.

Here’s the agenda item packet for the Wendy’s variance request, which includes a proposed site plan and other details.

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