It’s the time of year when newspapers thicken with sales circulars and holiday advertisements. Consumers looking to beat the hustle and bustle and steer clear of the crowds this year may want to pay attention to local businesses in lieu of trekking to nearby shopping malls.
On Saturday, November 30th, organizations and merchants in Garrettsville will kick off the holiday season with events, entertainment, bargains galore and family fun. Local, independently-owned shops will showcase diverse, unique gift items and offer amazing deals.
To kick off Small Business Saturday, VP Realty and Vincent Esq. will be sponsoring a “Welcome Breakfast” at Cellar Door Coffee Company from 9 am to 11 am. Here you will be able to get your Small Business Saturday Swag Bag with a listing of special promotions and events that are scheduled throughout Garrettsville.
Beginning at 10 am, the Garrettsville Merchants will be ready to greet you and assist in finding that perfect gift for your loved ones! In addition, many will be offering something special for the little ones in tow including face painting and crafts.
Santa Claus will be available for multiple photo opps throughout the day — check the schedule for times and locations. Santa will then bring a very busy day to an end when he arrives by fire truck at the clock tower where there will be cookies,caroling and a final opportunity to tell the jolly ol’elf what is on your Christmas list!
While you are in town, be sure to take advantage of the “Christmas on Main” promotion – simply shop or dine in town throughout the holiday season, get your card stamped and for every $100 spent locally you will be entered into the drawing to win $500 in Chamber Bucks! This annual event sponsored by the Garrettsville Area Chamber encourages people to shop and dine locally and get reacquainted with the local merchants — a win-win for all!
Remember, supporting local businesses is easy. The bottom line? Don’t shop locally only on Small Business Saturday. Do it every chance you get, all year long.
Garrettsville’s Small Business Saturday Events
- 9:00-11:00 – Welcome Breakfast at Cellar Door Coffee Co. Get your free swag bag. Sponsored by VP Realty and Vincent Esq.
- 10:00-1:00 – Pictures with Santa at the YMCA sponsored by Shannan Jursa State Farm. (groups of 5+ please come from 12:30-1).
- 10:00-6:00 – Face Painting and Children’s Holiday Craft at The Villager Emporium
- 11:00-4:00 – Handmade Market at Cellar Door featuring Emily’s Soaps, Kylene Marie Designs, and Simply Signed
- 1:00-3:00 – Children’s Holiday Craft at Timmon’s Tax and VP Realty
- 1:00-4:00 – Visit Santa, his farm animals and participate in holiday fun at In the Woods Barn and Garden Center (Please bring a nonperishable donation for the NCGG)
- 3:00-4:00 – Children’s Holiday Craft at The Village Bookstore
- 3:00-6:00 – Holiday Happy Hour at Garrett’s Mill and Brewing $1.00 off Christmas Ale
- 4:00-5:00 – Story Time with Mrs. Claus at The Village Book Store, sponsored by Business Works
- 5:30 – Caroling, meet at Cellar Door and sing your way to the Clock Tower for the Lighting Ceremony
- 6:00 – Santa Arrives!!!!
- 6:00 – Clock Tower Lighting, caroling, cookies and hot chocolate. Sponsored by The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce
