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Big name national retailers take the spotlight on Black Friday as their deep price cuts pull in shoppers in droves.
What about those mom-and-pop businesses all over Bensalem and beyond that are the backbone of America’s economy? Just when do they get their day?
That’s basically the question that was asked back in 2010 when the concept of Small Business Saturday was born.
Small Business Saturday is “a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities,” the U.S. Small Business Administration explains on its website.
American Express gets the credit for founding the shopping holiday, which got its official start on Nov. 27, 2010, according to the Small Business Saturday Facebook page. Celebrating its third year on Nov. 24, the event drew over 100 million people last year, according to the Small Business Saturday website.
Locally owned business across the country now take part in Small Business Saturday, offering their own deals to rival those offered the day before on Black Friday.
To find retailers in Bensalem that take part in the promotion, just visit the Small Business Saturday website, click on “Find Out Where To Shop” in the menu at the top of the screen and type in your ZIP code.
What are your favorite small businesses in the Lutz area? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
Dave Fiedler
11:37 am on Friday, November 23, 2012
Be advised you must register your American Express card in order to get the $25 credit and obviously you must spend at least $25 at a qualifying (registered) small business and pay with your Amex card. If you have more than one Amex card (regular, Blue, Costco, airline, etc.) you can register more than one and earn more than one bonus at different stores. It's a good deal and for a good cause.
The Tubby Olive
8:44 am on Saturday, November 24, 2012
The Tubby Olive specials on Small Business Saturday: 10% off all gifts and more! Enjoy tasting food with our oils and vinegars. Thanks for your support for the last two years in Newtown!