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THE AVENUE WEST COBB ANNOUNCES ‘BACK IN THE SADDLE’ CAMPAIGN TO PREPARE FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 8/20/25

The Marietta community is welcome to take advantage of seasonal deals to ease back into their busy lifestyle

The Avenue West Cobb today announced its “Back in the Saddle” campaign, featuring tenant promotions and activities designed to help the Marietta community prepare for all their back-to-moments—whether school, college, the office, workouts, after-school practices and more.

“We’re proud to be the go-to destination for the community’s back-to-moments,” said Danielle Kronlein, marketing manager at The Avenue West Cobb. “From our exclusive tenant offerings to safe, family-friendly fun, the goal of Back in the Saddle is all about helping everyone start the season on a high note and get back into their routines with excitement.”

The Avenue West Cobb’s ‘Back in the Saddle’ campaign features exclusive deals from several of the center’s retail tenants, including:

Bob Steele Salon – Look and feel your best this school year with 20 percent off liter-sized hair products, including REDKEN favorites and all hairbrushes from Aug. 17 through Aug. 23.

J. Jill – J. Jill is proud to host Teachers, This One’s for You! This campaign supports local teachers from A.L. Burruss Elementary School by collecting school supply donations throughout the month of August. Highly requested items include permanent markers, dry erase markers, coloring markers and crayons, sticky notes, erasers, two-pocket folders and highlighters. 

American Eagle – Stop by American Eagle now through Aug. 31 to take advantage of their buy one get one half off deal for denim jeans and shorts.

Atlanta Portrait Studio – Starting at $79.99, guests can prepare for school picture day with a fall mini session at Atlanta Portrait Studio! Schedule your appointment by Aug. 31 to take advantage of the offer. 

Famous Footwear – Start the school year off on the right foot at Famous Footwear! 

  • Now through Aug. 31, guests can take advantage of a buy one get one half off offer on shoes and school gear. 
  • Now until Sept. 24., Famously YOU Rewards® members that spend $100 in two separate purchases can receive $15 Bonus Cash during the Back-to-School Challenge.

Barnes & Noble – For readers of all ages, Barnes & Noble has a variety of promotions running now through Sept. 1, including half off select hardcover books and journals, buy one get one half off magazines, B&N collectible edition items and more.

  • Barnes & Noble will also host a LEGO® Bluey Build event on Aug. 23 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Throughout this event, guests will be able to build their own LEGO® Bluey set, snap a photo with Bluey and claim some free goodies, while supplies last. Spots are limited, so call the store to reserve your spot at 770-424-0511.

*** LEGO® kits are full, however guests are still encouraged to stop by and meet Bluey.

Warby Parker – Receive 15 percent off when you buy two pairs of subscription glasses with Warby Parker! Guests can also earn credit for a back-to-school eye exam using vision insurance, FSA or HSA. Visit in-store for more details. 

Dress Up – If you’re in need of a fall wardrobe refresh, Dress Up’s fall collection is available now! Shop new jeans, dresses, belts and boots to get ready for the season ahead.

Mud Creek Market – Invite the freshness of crisp air and the beauty of changing leaves into your home by checking out Mud Creek Market’s in-store fall décor.

To learn more, visit avenuewestcobb.com and follow The Avenue West Cobb on Facebook and Instagram.

BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE PRESENTED BY THE PINKY COLE FOUNDATION AND THE BANDO PROJECT

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/21/21

Through August 27th

Event in Jonesboro on Saturday, July 24th

The Pinky Cole Foundation – the 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Pinky Cole, the founder and CEO of Slutty Vegan ATL and Bar Vegan – is teaming up with The Bando Project to host Back to School, a drive supplying around 400 middle and high school students in Atlanta with school supplies.

 

Through Friday August 27, the foundation will be accepting school supply donations from the public, including new book bags, headphones, folders, binders, notebooks, pencils, crayons, pens, highlighters, erasers, index cards, loose leaf paper, dividers, USB drives, lunch boxes, water bottles and masks, at the Jonesboro (164 N McDonough St) and Edgewood (476 Edgewood Ave SE) Slutty Vegan locations. $10 VIP cash donations will also be accepted through The Pinky Cole Foundation website here with proceeds donated directly to The Bando Project. 

 

On Saturday, July 24, Jonesboro Middle School (1308 Arnold Street) will serve as a pickup location for school supplies, from 2-5pm or until they run out, for any middle or high school students who come by. The event will also include a parents vs. kids football game hosted by the Clayton Trojans Youth Football Organization and activities for the whole family, like community games, slides and live music from a DJ.

The second event, including a school supply giveaway while supplies last, will be on August 29 from noon to 4pm at Slutty Vegan’s Edgewood location (476 Edgewood Ave SE). Mobil Beauty Boutique will be on-site offering complimentary back-to-school haircuts for boys and hairstyles for girls. 

 

“Since Slutty Vegan is lucky enough to have a strong following, we are using our platform to do good for our community,” says Cole. “We strongly believe that prioritizing education is a building block for eventual independence and liberation.”

 

The Pinky Cole Foundation strives to empower generations of color to win financially in life and in the pursuit of their entrepreneurial dreams while building generational wealth in the Black community. The organization’s entrepreneurship and financial literacy-focused education initiatives specifically target teens and young adults ages 13 to 22 in the U.S.