Small Business Saturday 2014
Black Friday may be all about the big, retail stores and their crazy holiday sales, but many people prefer to keep things local by shopping at small businesses. On Saturday, November 29, many will support the “shop small” movement by taking advantage of Small Business Saturday deals: “The day encourages people to shop at small businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The single day has grown into a powerful movement, and more people are taking part than ever before” (American Express).
We here at Afton Mountain B&B are lucky enough to be located in an area that values small businesses. With everything from restaurants, wineries and breweries to artisans, craftsmen, and entertainers, the local culture thrives. So, if you’re looking to avoid the chaotic masses of the holiday rush, but you’d still like to find the perfect gifts for friends and family, then take the opportunity to venture out in celebration of Small Businesses Saturday.
Here are a few gift ideas to get your started:
- A bottle of Virginia wine. Is your best friend fond Cabernet Sauvignon? Do you have a cousin who enjoys a glass of Chardonnay. Afton Mountain Vineyard, Veritas Vineyard and Winery, King Family Vineyards, and Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery are only a few of our highly acclaimed local wineries, so you’ll have plenty of gift options to choose from.
- A gift certificate to Michie Tavern. This Charlottesville, VA restaurant serves delicious traditional 18th century fare and retains and rich history within its walls. Right now, the tavern is offering a 20% discount on gift certificates, so don’t miss out!
- A one-of-a-kind piece from the Artisans Market. Maybe your significant other has unique tastes, and if you want to give him or her with a gift that is anything but run-of-the-mill, then this artisanal utopia is exactly what you’re looking for.
Get ready…here comes the shameless self-promotion!
- A getaway at Afton Mountain Bed & Breakfast. Who wouldn’t be excited to receive a Bed & Breakfast getaway for the holidays? We’re ready to welcome you to our very own small business and off you a holiday respite to leave you refreshed and renewed.
Graphic by Tara Stoll
