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Published 3 days ago • 1 min read

This Week's Welcome

Maybe you noticed? Maybe you didn't? No official newsletter this week, but I did want to drop by and say Happy Thanksgiving!

I'm feeling very thankful this year...

Thank you to those who read this newsletter. Thank you to those who listen to the podcast. Thank you to anyone who has ever vended one of my markets. Thank you to everyone who has come to an event or market and supported local. Thank you to anyone who has helped me out along the way. Thank you all on social media who has "Liked," shared or helped support LKLD EDGE online.

I hope you have an awesome day!

Of course, before I go, this Saturday is Small Business Saturday!

And this market is all about supporting local small businesses so be sure to stop by…

“What’s this? What’s this?” LKLD EDGE presents “A Sandy Claws Christmas Market” this Saturday, November 29th from 9am-1pm at the @blackswanvenue in downtown Lakeland! It’s officially the Christmas season! Vendors, food, sweets and treats, photo ops, themed and curated items to celebrate The Nightmare Before Christmas, and more + just in time for your holiday shopping needs!

Hope to see you there!​
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-Chan "The Beard" Michaels

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