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Long Beach Cash Mob Spends Big at Vintage Store

Long Beach, CA - The recent and unexpected arrival of a “cash mob” helped the owner of a California Heights vintage store put some money in the register after a summer that saw decreased business... more »

Carlisle Council Backs Small Business Saturday Initiative

Carlisle, UK - The city council has confirmed it is backing the inaugural Small Business Saturday, which will take place on December 7.The day aims to celebrate the many fantastic small businesses in the UK,... more »

CV High Grad Opens Shop in Montrose Specializing in Handmade Gifts

Montrose, CA - For Anna Yagodzinski, opening Boulevard 34 in Montrose has been the culmination of years of work. After being a retail manager at Handmade Galleries in Sherman Oaks for five years, she decided... more »

Merger of Couple’s Households Grows Into Eclectic Shop

Dennis Township, NJ - At their new shop on Route 9, John and Marilyn Pagliei spent a recent Wednesday morning chatting with customers who walked in to the Paisley Parasol, an eclectic store carrying items... more »

It’s 50 Years and Counting for Grace Jr.

Chico, CA - Poni Mosier is the first to say Grace Jr.'s 50th anniversary is a tribute to her parents, the late Grace and Arvel Allread of Chico."It's a real milestone. In this day and... more »

Former State Rep. Sandy Cole Opens Savory Spice Shop in Libertyville

Libertyville, IL - Shoppers can browse through more than 400 exotic spices in a new shop in downtown Libertyville.The seemingly-unlikely owner is a politician-turned-guru of all thing spices.Former state Rep. Sandy Cole has opened a... more »

Shop Restores ‘Old Seabrook’ Tradition

Seabrook, TX - This Grand Central Station may not be located in New York City.But with word of mouth, it is hoping to direct its own share of bustle and traffic.Melinda Emmons wants to bring... more »

Gifts on the Green Packs a Wide Variety in Small Shop

Norwalk, CT - Ginny Green had always wanted to run a gift shop. After college she worked as a buyer for a large department store in Detroit. Later, she wound up in Fairfield County and... more »

Trade Names: World of Mirth Still Selling Whimsical Gifts and Toys

Carytown, VA - World of Mirth is Julia Battaglini’s go-to store for toys and gifts.“The selection is mind-blowing. It appeals to every age group and type of customer,” said Battaglini, owner of Secco Wine Bar,... more »

Items Just Keep Flying Out of Popular Store

Mattapoisett, MA - Brenda Budlong's business is for the birds. Literally.Budlong's store is going on its twenty-first anniversary this year, and in that time she has greatly expanded from where she began.It all started with... more »