2020
Small Business Saturday November 28, 2020
Small Business
Saturday ON NOVEMBER 28, 2020
Though “small” is in the �tle, the impact you make by celebra�ng Small Business Saturday is BIG. This season, it’s more important than ever to support the local businesses we love. Things may look different this year, but we can use our dollar to help small businesses make it through this difficult �me. Small Business Saturday started amid the Great Recession in 2010 as a way to boost local economies. In 2011, business associa�ons, nonprofit trade groups, municipali�es, and public officials start to unite, forming a Small Business Saturday Coali�on to encourage everyone to Shop Small the Saturday a�er Thanksgiving. Since then, consumers have spent well over $100 billion at small businesses over 10 days alone, and it’s go�en so big that even former President Obama gave it a shoutout in 2013. That year, 1,400 businesses signed up to be Neighborhood Champions to host events, ac�vi�es and discounts. The event con�nues to grow, and the number of Neighborhood Champions grew to 7,500 in 2018. This year, there are more ways to shop local than ever before, with many stores offering online shopping and/or curbside pickup. Though the holiday will take place on Nov. 28, Downtown Bozeman is encouraging locals to Shop Small every Saturday through the holidays. About 62% of U.S.
Remember to
small businesses say they need to see consumer spending to return to pre-COVID levels by the end of 2020 in order to stay in business, according to American Express, the founder of Small Business Saturday. By shopping small, you’re helping protect jobs and keep your money local. When you shop local, American Express es�mates about 67 cents of your dollar stays in your community. Bozeman has about 300 small businesses, according to Downtown Bozeman, with our town’s small businesses offering a wide array of unique items and nearly everything you could ever need to purchase. It isn’t hard to shop local here. There’s a strong base of local businesses across the state: Montana has about 115,326 small businesses, according to a study published by the U.S. Small Business Administra�on in 2015, and those businesses employed about two-thirds of the state’s popula�on. There’s no doubt about it: Shopping small makes a big difference in Montana, and this year’s no different.
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How to Shop Safe While Shopping Small: Bring a mask. State law currently mandates it, and it’s a great way to help keep yourself and others in our community safe. If you’re looking to add to your collec�on, plenty of retail shops and businesses sell fun, unique masks and face coverings. Bring some hand sani�zer. It’s a good idea to apply before entering and a�er leaving an establishment, in order to prevent the spreading of germs. Many local retailers have started producing their own hand sani�zer during the pandemic, providing another opportunity to shop local! Check the business’s social media or website before you go. They may offer the item you were looking for in an online store, or they might offer curbside pickup. They may also have special COVID precau�ons to be aware of before you go.
Give others space. It’s another great way to prevent the spread of COVID and something most are used to by now! Be aware of any standing markers on the floor, and stand six feet away from other shoppers as much as possible. Avoid touching things unnecessarily. Though it’s impossible to avoid altogether, be mindful of what you’re touching and try to only touch things you intend to buy. Go alone. While it’s fun to shop with others, avoid it, if you can! Come with a list of things you and others in your living situa�on and inner circle need and shop for them. As what the establishment’s COVID precau�ons are. Every space is different! They may have precau�ons or safer spaces you’re unaware of, such as a heated outdoor sea�ng area or places they’d like customers to sit while wai�ng for a table, etc.
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Reasons why you should shop small: Your dollar goes further in your local community. American Express es�mates that 67 cents of every dollar you spend at a local business stays in your community. It’s easier than ever before. The pandemic has compelled businesses to offer new, crea�ve ways to shop, including curbside pickup, delivery, online shopping and ordering. And if you shop in person, chances are you won’t have to go far to find a local business to support in Bozeman, with about 300 in our community. Small businesses accounted for 64 percent of all new jobs created in the U.S. from 1993 to 2011, according to the Small Business Administra�on. Shopping small can help protect those jobs and create new ones in these tough economic �mes. More small businesses equal more op�ons. A marketplace of thousands of small businesses leads to more innova�on and keeps prices lower in the long-term. It’s sustainable. Small businesses tend to use more locally-sourced products, which further s�mulates the economy and is be�er for the environment, conserving energy and resources with less fuel for transporta�on and less packaging. Small businesses make Bozeman, Bozeman. They add color, vibrancy, character and value to where we live. Small businesses need us. Sixty-two percent of businesses surveyed by American Express said they need to see consumer spending return to pre-COVID levels by the end of the year in order to stay in business.
BELGRADE & FOUR CORNERS Want to get out of town for the day, without having to go too
downtown, Belgrade is home to bakeries, restaurants, retail
far? Bozeman isn’t the only place you can shop local this holiday
stores, barber shops, bars and even a microtel. The business
season: Plenty of good deals and unique, one-of-a-kind gi�s can
community has been quietly flourishing, and you’re sure to find
be found across the Galla�n Valley.
a great gi� and delicious food in Belgrade.
Four Corners alone has over 100 small businesses, offering
Making it as a small business in a small town is tough, even when
jewelry stores, Montana-made furniture, interior design, spor�ng goods, spas and more. You can shop for everything from stocking stuffers to big �cket items here, with plenty of food and beverage op�ons if you need a break.
there isn’t a pandemic. Small towns are part of what makes Montana, well, Montana, and their economies need our help to get through this difficult �me. Shopping in a small town gives you the chance to support its local economy while exploring a
Belgrade is also a great place to find something special at a
new community, so don’t be afraid to venture out into Belgrade
locally-owned business. With ample parking and a growing
or Four Corners this Small Business Saturday.
Blu Iris Shop Small With Us At Blu Iris In The Cannery District
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Friday, Nov 27 & Saturday, Nov 28 10:00AM - 6:00PM (406) 551-2395 • 111 E Oak St Suite 1D, Bozeman
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Small Business Saturday November 28, 2020
A SELECTION OF LOCAL
BUSINESSES BOZEMAN
REGISTERED WITH AMERICAN EXPRESS
BELGRADE
1. The Lark
1. Taco Bus
2. Plonk
2. The Mint Cafe & Bar
3. Community Food Co-Op
3. Interwest Tire Factory
4. Intrigue Ink
4. On the Fly
5. Chalet Market
5. Northwest Pipe Fi�ngs
6. Heyday
6. Belgrade Auto Parts
7. Burger Bobs
7. Bone Broth Noodles
8. SHINE Beer Sanctuary + Bo�le Shop
8. Lube Alley Belgrade
9. Schnee’s
9. Copper Horse Restaurant
10. Miller’s Jewelry
10. Whalen Tire Belgrade
11. Jam!
11. Off the Cuff Cleaners
12. Great Rocky Mountain Toy Co.
12. Bar 3 Brewing & BBQ
13. Revolvr Menswear
13. Rice Fine Thai Cuisine
14. The Western
14. Aquatech
15. Wild Birds Unlimited
15. Montana Camp
16. The Rialto
16. Elite Kubota
17. The Spice & Tea Exchange
17. Curry Express
18. Bozeman Running Company
18. Chalet Market
19. Copper Whiskey Bar
19. Kerrs Co�on Crea�ons
20. Bozeman Tap Room
20. Northgate Barber Shop
21. Cactus Reords
21. New Look Floral
22. Country Bookshelf
22. Valley Barber
23. The Clothesline
23. Fiesta Mexicana
24. Bacchus Pub
24. Heros Supply Subs
25. Rikki’s Furniture Gallery
25. Big Shooters
26. Whistle Pig Korean
26. Steelz
27. Taco Montes
27. Bella Nails Belgrade
28. Mo’Bowls 29. Townshends Bozeman Teahouse 30. Earth’s Treasures Mineral Museumand Gi� Shop
28. Trendy Threads 29. Stephanie Jarre� 30. Mountain Man Trading Post
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT HTTPS://DOWNTOWNBOZEMAN.ORG/EVENT/SMALL-BUSINESS-SATURDAY-2020