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We’re Spending More on Mom this Mother’s Day, Retail Groups Say

This Mother's Day, moms are getting more love than last year—sometimes even from those who aren't their children.Ninety-two percent of Americans plan to celebrate Mother's Day this year, according to a survey conducted by Brand... more »

Local Business Spotlight: Aurora Rose, A Unique Boutique

Lemont, IL - Name: Kim and Amber PetersCompany: Aurora Rose, A Unique BoutiqueTitle: OwnersLocation: LemontFounded: 2011How did the business come to be? Handcrafted items have always been a part of our lives. When the economy... more »

It’s Not Just Small Business Week, It’s a Movement

Philadelphia, PA - There is nothing small about the giant impact small businesses have on our region. Small businesses are the lifeblood of Greater Philadelphia's local economy, and play an instrumental role in our region's... more »

Mole Hole Glad to Be Back in Spotlight

Charlotte, NC - Marty Medlin was stunned: The notice said she had three months to vacate the space.She'd run her specialty gift shop franchise, The Mole Hole, for 25 years in that spot, beside the... more »

A Pembroke Boutique Store With an Artistic Twist

Pembroke, MA - Boston's South End, Newbury Street and Harvard Square were just a few of the shopping hot spots Gretchen Jones frequented while living in Boston during her 20s and 30s. Though her taste... more »

Unique Gifts to Be Found at Two Blessings

Montgomery, AL - The creator of the Faceless Angels line has opened Two Blessings Gift Boutique in the PepperTree shopping center in east Montgomery.Donnie Sasser offers not only the Faceless Angels items available in more... more »

Years of Beads and Things: Ann Goessel Celebrates More Than a Quarter Century in Business

Fairbanks, AK - Many people would likely miss Beads and Things on Second Avenue, but in July Athabascan store owner Ann Goessel is celebrating her store's 26th year in business. Goessel and her clerk and... more »

New Gift Shop Opens in Blue Hill

Blue Hill, ME - Two Blue Hill women have opened a gift shop called Three Wishes in the Stavola House, which overlooks the harbor.Three Wishes carries home goods, jewelry and accessories."We have a little bit... more »

Social Media and Shopping: New Event Focuses on Promoting Small Businesses

New York, NY - With May being National Small Business Month, the social and shopping network OpenSky and several partners have launched The Small Business Breakthrough, a national movement to celebrate, recognize and promote small... more »

Decor Shop Finds New Home

Iowa City, IA - An Iowa City graphic designer is looking to give her business — and old furniture — a second chance on the market.Leigh Bradford opened A. Marvel Home Decor, 511 Iowa Ave.,... more »