Carson City Chamber: Keep your dollars at home by shopping locally this holiday season
The impulse to shop on line is strong. You can do this 24/7 on the spur of the moment. But, can you touch the product and check out the quality? Will you be greeted with a smile?
Will you be supporting the local businesses so vital to the character of any community? Will you be supporting local job creation?
If you already enjoy and support local shopping, no need to read on, for you get it! Keep our community as vibrant as the new murals! Go here for a list of local businesses.
For those who prefer online shopping, make this the year to get out and make your smart watch happy by getting your steps in. Get off that couch! See the city, see the amazing murals, see the holiday décor, discover new shops and make new friends. Become more a part of your community.
Keep your dollars at home this holiday season. Small businesses give our community a sense of place. Haven’t been downtown in a while? Lots of surprises await. Check out the small shopping strips all over town. You’ll be surprised at some of the interesting little shops.
Rediscover Carson Mall. And, check out Midtown Marketplace to find that truly one-of-a-kind item for that someone special or learn to make it yourself. For gamers, have you stopped by Dice & Duels? Even the thrift stores operated by local non-profits can be the source of amazing finds.
Saturday, Nov. 25 is nationally recognized as Small Business Saturday and it’s a good way to burn off some of the calories from your Thanksgiving feast. Enjoy shopping in Carson City on this day and every day.
— Ronni Hannaman is the Executive Director of The Carson City Chamber of Commerce.