Small Business Saturday Kicks Off Shopping Season

While Black Friday has been a day for major box stores, the day after has become a day to celebrate locally owned businesses.

These local merchants offered deals of their own on Small Business Saturday.

Customers who registered ahead of time for Small Business Saturday and spend more than $25 at participating stores will receive a $25 credit to their AMEX bill.

American Express founded the day in 2010 to help small businesses get exposure during the holiday season, when they might be otherwise overlooked.

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.