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American Made

Lakewood, NY - In a mass market economy, finding unique, affordable items can be difficult. As can finding unique American-made items. On Tuesday at 11 a.m. though, Shabi in Lakewood will be opening its doors... more »

Women Power: Padanaram Village Shops Thriving With Women at The Helm

Dartmouth, MA - Chances are you haven't encountered a store named Refried Tees.Founder and chief upcycling officer Lisa Litos said she thought it would be a quirky label for what she has been doing a... more »

How to Thrive On and Beyond Small Business Saturday

In between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting local small businesses. The movement has inspired thousands of Americans to shop locally and it’s making a big impact.... more »

Eye For the Eclectic: Melangerie Offers Unique Gifts

Palm Beach, FL - If you enjoy humorous and risqué sayings, Sherry Frankel’s Melangerie will bring a smile to your face. The eclectic gift shop in Worth Avenue’s Via Amore has something for everyone, from... more »

Start Shopping Local Now, Ahead of the Holiday Rush

Elizabeth City, NC - Now that Halloween has passed, we look forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas — coming quickly within the next few weeks. Christmas trees are already on display as merchants work to get... more »

Sherman Says: Small Business Saturday Should Be a Weekly Routine

Hamburg, NY - The retail marketplace has evolved a great deal in the last decade, with more and more consumers’ opting to place orders online or direct all of their dollars to big box stores,... more »

Bloomsbury Lane Toy Shoppe Celebrates Fourth ‘Neighborhood Toy Store Day’ on Nov. 9

Lancaster, NY - As a child, there is nothing more exhilarating than going to the toy store with mom, dad, grandma, or grandpa. All the colors, sounds, and of course, all the toys created a... more »

Unique Items from Mexico in Lex Shop

Lexington, NE - After selling metal and home décor items wholesale for 19 years, Jennifer Chester has opened a retail store of her own.The newly built store, filled with many unusual and one-of-a-kind items, is... more »

Small Business Saturday 2013: A Neighborhood Affair

Last year, consumers spent a whopping $5.5 billion on Small Business Saturday. It was a big victory for the movement and for participating independent businesses, but they're not stopping there.According to retail expert and Small... more »

Artigiano Artisan Cheese Shoppe Opens in Downtown Bay City, More Than 60 Varieties For Sale

Bay City, MI - Any way you slice it, Mike and Cindy Parker know their cheese. And they've got plenty of it at their new downtown Bay City business — Artigiano Artisan Cheese Shoppe.Located at... more »