Shop Locally in Wallingford on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

Small Business Saturday is on Nov. 24 this year, two days after Thanksgiving. It is a day for everyone to support the small businesses upon which their community thrives.

American Express created the day in 2010 to help small businesses get exposure during the holiday season, when they might be otherwise overlooked. With retailers buzzing around the holidays, it is important to support local small businesses that rely on their neighbors in order to continue prospering and building the local economy in Wallingford.

Last year, 100 million people nationwide participated in Small Business Saturday by shopping at locally owned stores to help boost the economy and their communities. 

You can also “like” Small Business Saturday on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/shopsmall.

There are so many great local businesses in Wallingford. Here's a few that posted on our Facebook page:

• Tara Barraco Amodio M Salon & Spa, Open Saturday 8-4pm, Raffles, Refreshments, Gift Card Specials
• Liza Paolini Great place to stop for lunch: Half Moon Cafe!!
• Nancy Diner Gordon Lice Knowing You. Open Saturday at 9am. 15% off all head lice prevention products including our fabulous lice comb. Our products make fabulous teacher gifts. We also sell great hair brushes and cute clips and headbands from MooG, another fabulous local company. www.liceknowingyou.com. 4444 Park Avenue North #214.
• Natureworks Natureworks is a small local business located in Northford/North Branford with 28 employees from Wallingford, Durham, Meriden, Middletown and more! We are open 9-5 on Small Business Saturday and have great gifts for the gardener or plant lover! Tools, books, terrariums, fairy gardening supplies, beautiful houseplants, home decor, Christmas trees, wreaths and much more! We love Small Business Saturday!
• Michele Santillo-Petruzzelli: tastefullysimple.com/web/mpetruzzelli 

You can also check out our Directory to find more local businesses of all shapes and sizes offering a wide range of retail items.

Whether you need clothes, accessories, or something for the home or garden, Wallingford has something for everyone.

Everyone has locally owned businesses in their community, and shopping on Small Business Saturday is the perfect way to give back to the businesses you know and love in your community.

TELL US: What small businesses do you patronize in Wallingford and what makes them great? Share in the comments below.