Let’s take a ride OTP to the charming Lake Lanier community of Gainesville, located in Hall County. This elegant custom two story full brick home was built in 2005 and is close proximity to shopping, restaurants, Riverside Military Academy, Gainesville … [Read more...]
Made OTP
With all trends lately being geared at “shopping local”, we are spotlighting all of the unique products we have come across that are made right here OTP. Given the opportunity, it’s always great to support local business, or to give a gift that is handmade or unique. As we Scoop out everything OTP, we will continue to add these items so that you access to them as well. T-shirts, soaps, candles, hats, accessories and even vodka are just some of the amazing items we have found. If you have your own “Made OTP” product, be sure to let Scoop OTP know!
College Essay Writing Tips
When I was a high school English teacher, one of the first writing lessons I would assign my seniors was to write a college application essay. If you are applying to college, it is likely you will be asked to write one or more essays. Students are less … [Read more...]
Chickfix For All Your DIY Needs
During these cold, winter months, many of us start to realize it might be a good time to start addressing some of those minor repairs around the home. Now, stay focused — if you are like me, you start one tiny project and somehow it snowballs into … [Read more...]
Blue Cat Lodge Apparel
Update 1/11/18 - Our shop is re-opened due to popular demand! We have added tank tops and hats based on your requests. Thank you for shopping our Scoop Store! Grab your Blue Cat Lodge T-shirts and show your hometown … [Read more...]
The Men Behind Waffle House
A quiet Wednesday morning afforded me the opportunity to meet two caring, smart and generous men. At ages 98 and 97, I realized I was sitting down with history – the founders of Waffle House. This American restaurant institution had agreed to spend a bit … [Read more...]
Putter Pong Game
If you love golf, games, fun, beer and more, then Putter Pong might be one of the hottest new games on the market for you this holiday season. Plus, I'm pretty sure you only need a sub-par miniature golf skill level to play! For the week of December … [Read more...]
Whiffer Sniffers
Back in the day, I collected Strawberry Shortcake toys. Today, Whiffer Sniffers are all the rage. They're these amazingly scented collectible plush characters with personality and charm. Each character’s scent matches its appearance and is a hit with this … [Read more...]
Wilbur & Rudy’s Farmtable
We often get suggestions of places that we need to Scoop. When a business gets recommended to us three or four times, we realize we’d better check it out. Such was the case with Wilbur & Rudy’s Farmtable in Alpharetta. I won’t sugar coat it: I am not … [Read more...]
SMIJ by Jill: Suburban Moms in Jeans
It is always so fun finding unique locally made products when we are visiting OTP retail stores. On my last trip to Henry & Pearl, I noticed some really cute burn-out style t-shirts -- much different than the other varieties they carry. The tags … [Read more...]
The Local Exchange
Scoop is ALL about shopping local, so when we found The Local Exchange on the Marietta Square, we were smitten. The self-proclaimed modern day general store has everything from locally made food, beverages, artisan beer, antiques, artwork and wine. … [Read more...]
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