Don't Forget Small Business Saturday

We all like the big Black Friday discounts and the ease of internet shopping, but don't forget to give local businesses a shot at fulfilling your Christmas shopping needs! They offer a lot, including personal service and expertise, and they're right here to stand behind their products. And most importantly, they literally are the backbone of our community---any community.

What is Small Business Saturday? Kara Beer of the Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce was a guest on the 95.3 WBCK Morning Show this week.

"Shop Small is a nationwide movement that celebrates small businesses every day and helps communities thrive and stay vibrant. Small Business Saturday^® -- a special day when we can show support as a nation for small business owners and communities – helps fuel the Shop Small Movement and is the cornerstone of American Express’ Shop Small efforts. Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and communities across the country. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and U.S. consumers have reported spending an estimated $85 Billion+^* at independent retailers and restaurants over these eight days alone. In 2018, you can get out and support the places you love with the people you love on Nov 24."

Here's a list from the Chamber of Commerce of some area businesses participating: