Oct 12, 2013

Betsy Alles: How Many Shopping Days? Got Chamber Cash?By Betsy AllesSheyboyganPress.com

Sheyboygan, WI – Generally I’m not much of a shopper, but I find that shopping locally has its special perks. We have a huge number of retailers throughout Sheboygan County ready to provide a very special brand of personal service.

Take gift wrapping for example. Last holiday season I bought several last minute items (no surprise!) and the shops wrapped each beautifully for me — definitely a gift of time. Not to mention they do a much nicer job than I can.

Another perk is the great conversation. When I’m dealing with a local shop it’s a good time to catch up on the local news while I browse. Naturally, this increases the likelihood I will make a purchase, thereby checking another item off my list.

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