With Small Business Saturday just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your shopping list and checking it twice. Frostburg is home to many wonderful small businesses that can help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list.

Small Business Saturday is an annual event that encourages people to shop locally and support small businesses in their community. It’s a great opportunity to discover unique and thoughtful gifts while also helping to boost the local economy.

In Frostburg, you’ll find a wide range of small businesses that offer everything from handmade crafts to artisanal foods. Whether you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry or a delicious treat for your loved ones, you’re sure to find it here.

If you like raffles (and who doesn’t?), our businesses have got you covered. Starting with The Pursuit Musical Juice Bar, you can enter to win a health basket full of goodies and receive a gift with each purchase. Wholesome Harvest Food Co-op will be raffling off a gift basket of locally sourced products valued at $50. Food isn’t the only thing you could win on Small Business Saturday. Make a $100+ purchase at the Punk Holiday Pop up Shop and get a chance to win Punk Picnic Tickets. A $200+ purchase means a chance to win a Punk Fest Weekend Pass. The Nettle Patch will also be taking part in the fun with a free raffle for a gift basket of Nettle Patch herbal goodies in addition to offering 10% off everything except the tea bar food and beverages.

Many of our businesses will also be offering specials and discounts for Small Business Saturday. Thinking of getting a piercing? Now is the perfect time to treat yourself with $10 off all piercings at Independent Ink, you can also find new art by the tattoo artists while you’re there. For the artists on your holiday shopping list, look no further than the General Arts Store where you will receive a coupon good for 15% — the best part? It can be used right away or be saved for later. Spectrum Designs will be offering a free rifle paper Nutcracker Holiday tote with a $25 purchase, complimentary gift wrapping, Holiday hair tinsel by Emily Fielding, and holiday treats. For the fashionistas on your list, be sure to check out Madison Paige Boutique, where you can get a free tote bag with a $50 purchase (while supplies last), as well as 20% off a single item. Also, if you purchase a $50 gift certificate, you get $10 free. Got Toys, a great place for new and vintage toys, is offering 10% off your entire purchase. We’ve even got your furry family members covered with 10% off all Christmas-themed toys and treats at Pet Wants Mountain Maryland. Also, be sure to stop by Runners’ Wings to find great deals on items for the runner on your list. They are also offering a free holiday card with each $100 purchase from MollyPop Art.

The fun and great deals don’t stop there. Mountain City Traditional Arts will have complimentary treats, holiday décor, and a few guest artists that you won’t want to miss out on. For those of you searching for the perfect book for the voracious reader on your list, look no further than Main Street Books. With over 20,000 titles to choose from, you’re sure to find something that will delight them.  Muddy Creek Crafts is holiday decor central, as well as where you can find some beautiful shabby chic home décor. Pick up some amazing custom apparel at JR’s Custom Screenprinting & Embroidery. J&S Pawn is the area’s largest pawnshop and firearms dealer where you can find some amazing deals.   The Old Forty Trading Company is offering 20% off of bikes and Buy One Get On 50% off on clothing, so pick up winter apparel from featured brands including Helly Hansen, Smartwool, Simply Southern, and Life is Good. If your tastes run more to vintage clothing, Cauldron Vintage has got you covered with curated vintage clothing, decor, and accessories. For the music lovers on your list, don’t miss out on Yellow K Records where you can find some great new and used vinyl to satisfy any musical tastes. Frostburg Fiber Depot is offering Buy One Get One Free class in the fiber arts. Don’t miss out on Ladybug Boutique where you can find candies, fragrances, home decor, bath and body products, accessories, LuLaRoe clothing, and more. They are also offering a gift certificate giveaway.

Once you’ve finished your Christmas shopping, be sure to stop by El Canelo’s for some wonderful food and drink specials. If Jazz is your thing, don’t miss the live jazz at Clatter Café at 7 pm on Small Business Saturday. To satisfy that sweet tooth be sure to stop by Baker Babes and try out their new holiday flavors. Fuel up at Mountain City Coffeehouse and Creamery, where you can find some tasty peppermint, gingerbread, and cookie dough lattes for the holidays.

By shopping locally, you’ll be supporting your community and helping to keep small businesses thriving. So why not take advantage of this special day and explore all that Frostburg’s small businesses have to offer, and as an added bonus, Frostburg has plenty of free parking. Happy shopping!

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