Join us for Small Business Season (November 1st - December 31st) and make this holiday shopping experience truly meaningful by remembering that Every Purchase Has a Purpose. The local shops, cozy cafés, and family restaurants are the heart of our community and the backdrop of your cherished holiday traditions, and when you choose to spend local, you're not just buying a product; you're directly fueling local jobs, strengthening the economy, and supporting the neighbors who make our town feel like home. Ready to make an impact? Click through to the full blog post to see how you can discover one-of-a-kind treasures, participate in festive happenings, and amplify the voices of our hard-working small businesses.

Let’s face it, our daily habits often run on autopilot. We grab coffee from the same place, click the same websites when we shop, and call the same service providers without a second thought. Loyalty is great but what if, just for a moment, we paused and considered the impact of those everyday purchases?

Starting a new business is difficult under the best circumstances. But in today's economic climate, it's difficult to make a name for yourself when most people are trying desperately to cut back on expenses. Yet, you shouldn’t get discouraged. There are easy (and free) ideas out there that can help. Here are three tips to bring in more customers as a brand-new business.