Festivities are in full swing this month, as communities across the country welcome the holiday season. With full calendars everywhere, the question isn’t when you celebrate, but where? As long as it’s local, you can’t go wrong.
Early Bird Saturday
November 2, 2019
Gardiner, Maine
You’ve heard of Small Business Saturday, but this Maine community is kicking off the holiday shopping season in another big way. Early Bird Saturday encourages shoppers to visit Main Street businesses before the big-box stores and online retailers get to have their bite at the apple. Stores in Downtown Gardiner will open at 6 a.m. with great deals on stocking stuffers and gifts like pottery, jewelry, gift certificates and more. For more information, visit Gardiner Main Street.
Holiday Sip & See
November 15, 2019
Newnan, Georgia
Browse the holiday inventory at local Newnan businesses while the shelves are stocked full. This event will feature food trucks, live music, a night market and hors d’oeuvres, while Downtown Newnan businesses stay open late to welcome holiday shoppers. Plan your shopping list (or your wish list) and enjoy the holiday hospitality of this metro-Atlanta small town. More details are available from Main Street Newnan.
Buy Local Month
November 15-December 15, 2019
Hampton Roads, Virginia
The Hampton Roads District Planning Commission has officially declared November 15 through December 15 Buy Local Month. This month-long feature is an opportunity to celebrate and recognize small businesses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Virginia Beach and other Hampton Roads communities. For ideas on how to celebrate and where to find local businesses, check out the Retail Alliance and LOVEVA.
Story Walk Kent
November 17-December 17, 2019
Kent, Ohio
This event is all about the next generation. Read the pages of ‘Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving, written by Ohio native Dav Pilkey, as you walk through Downtown Kent. More than a dozen local businesses will have pages of the story posted in their shop windows, creating a route for local families. At the end, kids can sign the guest book to be entered to win a signed copy of the book. The event represents a collaboration between Main Street Kent and Kent City Schools and is designed to promote literacy, physical activity and the community. For more information and a list of participating businesses, visit Main Street Kent.
Wine, Chocolate and Cheese 2019
November 21, 2019
Winter Haven, Florida
You may not feel the season change in Florida, but you can taste it. Main Street Winter Haven will host its annual Wine, Chocolate and Cheese event to give shoppers fresh, fall flavors while supporting downtown retail. More than 35 downtown businesses will participate, offering a wine and chocolate or a wine and cheese pairing to accompany your browsing. Shoppers will receive a complimentary wine glass and a Tasting Passport to guide them through the event. Learn more from Main Street Winter Haven.
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