Which three local, independent businesses would you hate to see close? Have your list? Good. This Saturday, visit those businesses and spend a little time and money on your local economy while you check names off your naughty and nice lists. (For every $100 spent at local small businesses, $68 returns to the community)
Independent businesses are those who don't wear the name of a national or regional chain. They rely solely on themselves, with no benefit of outside advertising or a national office to call for advice. They're underdogs, and proud of it. They make your hometown unique and help create a pleasant environment in which to pass the time with family and friends.
Make a day of Small Business Saturday and head into your downtown to shop, have lunch and maybe even ship some of those packages you've purchased.
Read more about Small Business Saturday at http://smallbusinesssaturday.com/ and at http://alwaysupward.com/blog/.
To find out more about supporting your local small businesses on an every day basis, or promoting the 3/50 Project if you are a small business, visit: http://www.the350project.net/home.html.
What are your favorite local businesses?
Merry shopping from Bella Ink!
I've been there, too. It's a great stop for gifts.
Posted by: Heather | November 23, 2010 at 11:45 AM
M2 in Naperville has great jewelry!
Posted by: Theresa | November 23, 2010 at 11:42 AM