Ellicott City Shoppers Offered Perks For Small Business Saturday

ELLICOTT CITY, MD — Big-name national retailers take the spotlight on Black Friday as their deep price cuts pull in shoppers in droves. But what about those mom-and-pop businesses in Ellicott City and beyond that are the backbone of America's economy? Just when do they get their day?

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.

The Ellicott City Partnership and Visit Ellicott City have teamed up to offer specials such as a free tote to those who visit the Welcome Center with a receipt dated Saturday, Nov. 25. Made On Main is giving away a free gift with $25 purchase. Su Casa is offering a $25 gift card with $50 purchase, a $50 gift card with $100 purchase and $100 gift card with at least $500 purchase.

See a full list of deals during Small Business Saturday in Old Ellicott City.

Ellicott City residents can take part in the fun of Small Business Saturday all day, from downtown to beyond. Small businesses participating include the Forget-Me-Not Factory, Berman's Jewelers, Mat About You and more.

To find retailers in Ellicott City 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.

American Express 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. Locally owned business across the country now take part in the event.

— By Patch editors Cameron Luttrell and Elizabeth Janney

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