I find myself to be downright resistant to the concept of Black Friday but Small Business Saturday holds a lot more appeal to me. In case you are not all shopped out after yesterday, here are a few local suggestions.
Down at the Lakefront:
Join us at The 3rd for a fun-filled day celebrating local small businesses! We know you want to be intentional with your dollar. This in-person event is all about supporting our gifted Members and their amazing products. Explore a wide range of vendors offering everything from handcrafted jewlery to art! Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs and shop local. Whether you're looking for a special gift or simply want to show your support, Small Business Saturday is the perfect occasion to do so. Mark your calendars and get ready to shop small!
I’m a huge fan of Yolo Health and Wellness plant-based products so I may pop on down there and stock up.
Savage Mill is kicking off its Yuletide Festival today beginning at ten am. They have released a very appealing advert to entice you but I notice that their version of holiday shopping includes no children or elders. Well, Santa excluded, I guess.
Savage Mill Yuletide Festival advert
Small Business Saturday is almost here! Bring your family to meet Santa and kick off the season with special guests, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and Councilwoman Christiana Rigby!
Old Ellicott City invites you to Shop Small Saturday:
Grab your shopping lists and get ready to be amazed by the abundance of unique, one-of-a-kind gift possibilities. From local art and ceramics to handmade jewelry, trendy and classic fashion, modern housewares, gourmet foods, toys and games for all ages, record albums, wines and spirits, antique treasures, and unforgettable experiences like ghost tours and axe throwing.
Celebrating SMALL has never been this much fun! Join us in supporting our beloved small businesses, and let’s make today a day to remember.
Some stand alone small businesses I thought were worth a mention:
Mother Nature’s in Columbia: Birdseed and anything you can think of for the backyard birder plus a treasure trove of nature themed gifts.
Without you, there is no Small Business Saturday, so let us thank you with a full weekend of savings! Everything will be 20% off* today Nov. 24th through Sunday Nov. 26th. So grab a cup of Wassail and let us say thank you for over 3 decades of support! *Optics and Bovano 10% off
Sihaya and Company, based in Old Ellicott City: hand-poured scented candles, Sihaya & Company Seasonal Boxes, themed candle collections, jewelry, and bath and body products. See what Christina Allen Page has to offer at the Sihaya and Company website.
Feet First Sports at the Wilde Lake Village Center is going all out for Small Business Saturday.
Supporting locally owned businesses is essential to cultivating a strong community, so whenever you can make sure to #shoplocal!
In addition to some great deals, we will have complimentary coffee and (one-of-a-kind) donuts PLUS you'll recieve a special gift with your purchase of $50 or more!
If you’re thinking of holiday photos as a part of your gift-giving this year, take a look at Richard Twigg Photography. I know that Columbia/HoCo has no shortage of talented photographers but Rick has done great work for our family and deserves a shout out. You can find him on Facebook and Instagram as well.
Image from Richard Twigg Photography website
Breezy Willow Country Market: 9090 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Thursday – Sunday 10:00a.m.-6:00p.m.)
Here’s a glimpse of what they have that I snagged from their website.
Sobar is a local nonprofit but they are a great source for alcohol-free beverages of all kinds. It’s always good to have appealing choices on hand during the holidays for guests who don’t want to drink alcohol. They offer quite the variety at their website.
Do you have any favorite local small businesses you’d like to recommend? Let me know in the comments.
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