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Shop in Lexington on Small Business Saturday

Just what is Small Business Saturday and why should you support it in Lexington.

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 Lexington 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.

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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 (a frequent Patch advertiser) 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.

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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 Lexington 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.

Lexington has a growing list of stores that all offer their own unique array of items, perfect for shopping for yourself, your family or friends for the holidays.

Here are some of the local stores participating in the Small Business Saturday program.

Scott's Furniture

Barnes Jewelers

Craig Reagin Clothiers

Lexington Shoe Repair

San Jose 13

Carolina Wings

Stephanos

Gilligans

Parkers of Lexington

Miyo's of Lexington

Medicine Mart

Monterrey

Lexington Arms

Riley's Drugs

Mediterranean Cafe

Wingards Nursery


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