Keep shopping close to home this holiday season
For a less stressful, more fulfilling shopping experience, why not skip the lines and chaos brought on by Black Friday, sleep in and make a leftover turkey sandwich, and then hit the local businesses for Small Business Saturday?
Not only does spending local bring vitality to these small business owners, but it trickles down to the rest of the community as well. There is no better time than during the most generous time of year to support fellow neighbors.
Find unique and tailored gifts that reflect the community and add that extra touch of personalization when buying gifts for loved ones. Shopping locally also lessens the environmental impact associated with packaging and shipping from larger corporate chains.
Check out a few local favorites:
Serpentine Plants & Provisions
Serpentine, located in the heart of the Pleasant Street neighborhood, is a one-stop shop for hand-selected goods and wares, natural wines, unique and exotic plants, puzzles and more. Serpentine sells lovely curated baskets as well, which make for a unique and thoughtful gift.
Auk Market
The Auk Market, a unique little marketplace located right behind Curia on the Drag on N.W. 6th Street, boasts a variety of gifts, home accents and apparel. Shoppers can find anything from handmade jewelry and accessories to unique pieces of furniture and even locally-made hot sauces sure to spice up the holiday season.
Local artists
Pieces from local artists make for an incredibly beautiful and timeless gift. Gainesville has no shortage of creative talent, whether it be a print, the original work or a commissioned project
If purchasing a print or painting from a local artist, a frame will probably be in order. Support Greater Gainesville’s local and wildly talented custom framer over at Hector’s Framing & Gallery. Hector has been serving the community for more than 25 years.
Superette Wine & Provisions and Dorn’s Liquors and Wine Warehouse
’Tis the season for wine, and lots of it. Superette offers a literal wall of some truly unique bottles. The extraordinary team of employees are happy to point winos in the right direction and help curate an exceptional wine haul to impress friends and family.
Dorn’s is the place to go for liquor and charcuterie. Dorn’s has been a staple to Gainesville for 39 years, and their selection and prices are unmatched. With a highly knowledgeable and attentive team, the Dorn’s experience takes the stress out of holiday shopping.
Sycamore Lane Vintage Market
Located in downtown Newberry, Sycamore Lane Vintage Market offers a wide range of vintage items, furniture, crafts, art and locally produced goods such as honey, coffee and snacks. Sycamore Lane will be part of the Historic Downtown Newberry’s Shop Small event from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, as well as a Christmas Market Dec. 3-4.
By Madison Rae