Cash mob takes over local business
Most people have heard of a flash mob but, what about a cash mob? The concept is simple, and it's all in support of local businesses. The organizer of the cash mob selects a local, privately owned business, then a group of people "mob" the business and spend money at the store. The most recent cash mob hit the streets of Edmonton, Sunday afternoon.
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