⭐ Cookie Plug Unveils New Store at Tomoka Town Center

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Cookie Plug, the revolutionary cookie store known for its unique take on this beloved treat, announces the grand opening of its newest location at Tomoka Town Center, Daytona Beach. The festivities will kick off today at 1307 Cornerstone Blvd., Unit G, adjacent to Serenity Nail Spa, and will run from 10 AM to 4 PM.

The event will feature a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to welcome Cookie Plug to the community, along with other exciting opening day activities. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the brand's distinctive approach to cookies that has captured the hearts of dessert lovers across the nation.

Founded on the streets with inspiration from graffiti and street art, paired with the vibrant beats of hip hop, Cookie Plug offers a fresh spin on traditional cookies. Each creation is FAT, THICC, and BOMB AF, standing out not just in flavor but also in size and texture, combining elements of cookies, cakes, and brownies.

With the rise of its 25th store, Cookie Plug continues to defy norms by offering limited edition flavors monthly, including the constant crowd-pleaser, the OG Chocolate Chip. "At Cookie Plug, it’s not just about baking cookies; it's about creating an unmatched experience with the highest quality ingredients. Each visit ensures a new adventure for your taste buds," said the spokesperson for Cookie Plug.

Join us today to savor the taste of innovation and indulge in the finest cookies on the planet.

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Local Memorial Day Area Events

Ormond Beach
The City of Ormond Beach Leisure Services Department’s Memorial Remembrance Committee, along with American Legion Post 267 and American Legion Unit 267, invites the community to a Memorial Day Remembrance Event. It will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday at Rockefeller Gardens, located at 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach. For more information, visit ormondbeach.org or call 386-676-3241.

Holly Hill
Join the Memorial Day Ceremony hosted by American Legion Post 120 at 9 a.m. on Monday. The event will be held at 1065 S.Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill. Details can be found at hollyhillfl.org.

Daytona Beach
A Memorial Day Remembrance featuring guest speakers, a gun salute, music, and refreshments will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday at Daytona Memorial Park, 1425 Bellevue Ave., Daytona Beach. Visit daytonabeach.com for more information.

New Smyrna Beach
The City of New Smyrna Beach is hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Monday. This event will feature music by the American Spirit Brass Band and remarks from U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Robert Caslen Jr. and U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Col. Ken Martin, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at the Brannon Center, 105 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach. For additional details, visit cityofnsb.com.

Ponce Inlet
The Ponce Inlet Veteran’s Memorial Association is presenting a Memorial Day Ceremony at 9 a.m. on Monday at the Ponce Inlet Veterans Memorial at Davies Lighthouse Park, 4931 S. Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet. More information is available at ponce-inlet.org.

Port Orange
A Memorial Day Ceremony, presented by VFW Post 3282 and the Port Orange Parks and Recreation Department, will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Monday. The ceremony will take place at Veterans Park, 4655 City Center Circle, Port Orange, to honor those who have sacrificed for freedom. Visit port-orange.org for more details.

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