Mantua – This holiday season, shopping local is even more important, as area restaurants and businesses move forward amidst a pandemic. Local folks have appreciated the convenience of having access to small stores close to home during this strange year, appreciating that much of what they spend at local shops remains in the community. According to data gathered by small business financial resource company Fundera, over $9.3 billion would be directly returned to our economy if every US family spent just $10 a month at a local business. Luckily, this Saturday, you’ve got the opportunity to find unique gifts for everyone on your list while helping support local shopkeepers and helping to keep the community strong. This Saturday, December 5th from 10 am until 6 pm, you’re invited to enjoy Christmas in the Village in Mantua.
Start at Restoration 44 to pick up some Christmas cake pops for your little elves, or to grab a bubble tea or an eggnog latte for yourself. Or fuel up with breakfast or lunch at Jakes Restaurant. Stop by Crooked River for fresh flowers or a festive wreath for your door; why not schedule a delivery to someone you’ll be missing this year. You’ll find a wide variety of wholesome, locally made body products, accessories and décor at Forage + Feather as well as a well-curated collection of unique, local gifts at Bibury & Co. to make holiday gift-giving a breeze. Tiffany’s on Main, Italiano’s, Mantua Station Drug, Mama Light’s Eats, Mantua Martial Arts, Mantua Hardware, Main Street Subs, J & J Sales, Mantua General Store, Achieve Dance Studio are also part of this shop local spectacular. Be sure to have the special event card stamped with your purchase at each participating business. When you fill the card with five stamps, you’ll earn an entry for the chance to win a basket filled with items from Mantua’s shops — as a special Christmas gift to you.
In addition to shopping and refreshments, be sure check out the lighting of the green at noon. Why not bring your favorite little ones for a 2020-style visit with Santa from 2 – 4 pm? Because even a pandemic can’t stop the big guy from spreading holiday cheer, (in a socially-distant manner, or course.)
Whether you’re looking for items to help deck your halls, items to fill those stockings you’ll be hanging with care, or to enjoy safe holiday festivities, you’ll want to visit Mantua this Saturday. Christmas in the Village is sponsored by the following Mantua businesses: Crooked River Flowers, Advanced Rehabilitation & Health Specialists, Five Five Media Co., Restoration 44 Coffee Co., and Forage + Feather.
