Apr 20, 2011

Shop For A CauseBy MorningStarPublishing.com

SUTTONS BAY – This spring the Suttons Bay Chamber of Commerce and Suttons Bay Schools are combining forces to create a new event, “Suttons Bay Saturday.”

On April 30, 15 area businesses will donate 10 percent of their proceeds back to the department of your choice at Suttons Bay schools.

According to organizers, the event is a great opportunity for local residents to get out and see the new spring merchandise that fills the stores, enjoy a nice meal at a local establishment while supporting local businesses and schools at the same time.

“In this era of budget cuts, the schools need us more than ever, and a strong school is vital to the long-term health of our community,” said chamber president Amy Peterson.

“Shopping local is fun, but there is more to it than that. There is a tremendous multiplier effect in choosing to shop local. Each dollar spent with a local business returns three times more money to our local economy than that spent at a chain store. Spending your hard-earned money locally means area businesses can employ your family and friends,” she added.

“Shopping local allows these businesses to employ supporting services from area trades, accountants, insurance providers, and so on. Not to mention, shopping local allows these businesses to give back to local causes,” stated Mike Murray, superintendent of Suttons Bay Schools.

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