Top Small Business Saturday Shopping In Denver
(credit: EVOO Marketplace)Small businesses are a key component to the economy in the United States but many people choose instead to do their holiday shopping at larger retailers. By shopping at a small business, you are not only helping the economy, but you also have a chance to find gifts that are special and unique. Small Business Saturday, which falls on November 28th, is an annual event encouraging people to do their holiday shopping at locally owned and operated businesses. Many of these businesses make the day an event, with refreshments, music and other activities. Check out these local businesses on Small Business Saturday.
4280 Tennyson St.
Denver, CO 80212
(720) 443-2227
www.bookbardenver.com
While many people routinely have wine when they meet at a book club, the bookstore/wine bar concept is not very common. But that is just what you'll find at Book Bar in the Highlands. This small book store offers a vast selection of books by independent authors combined with more well-known titles. The owner and staff are passionate about books, and are more than happy to make suggestions. If you have an avid reader on your shopping list, this store is an excellent resource for hard-to-find titles. While shopping, you can also sample its selection of wine and grab a pastry.
1219 S. Pearl St.
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 722-6113
www.flowers-gourmet.com
A beautiful selection of flowers, gift baskets and more makes this South Pearl St. flower shop a good resource for holiday shopping. Its gift baskets, gourmet treats such as chocolates and fruits and other items make it perfect for finding gifts for your child's teacher or anyone else in your life who'd like a beautiful basket of goodies. An FTD florist, the shop can also help you find and create floral arrangements to make your home festive for the holidays. If you want to surprise someone with flowers, this shop is also quick to deliver, and the arrangements always arrive looking incredible.
1338 15th St.
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 974-5784
www.evoomarketplace.com
For the foodies on your list, head over to the EVOO Marketplace. This unique store has more than 50 infusions of high quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar with which your culinary inclined giftees can experiment. Offering some of the freshest olive oils in the city, this shop will help your friends make restaurant style vinaigrettes and other gourmet dishes at home. It also has a range of accessories like bottles and pouring spouts. If you're not sure which flavor you want to gift, you can treat your friend to a small sampler. They will even throw a recipe or two in with the gift if you'd like.
7513 Grandview Ave.
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 403-8880
www.charliesflyboxinc.com
Those on your list who enjoy fishing and angling will love the gift you find for them at Charlie's Fly Box. Offering gear, books, fishing materials and more, Charlie's Fly Box likely carries something that your fisherman (or woman) in the family will love. The shop also offers demos and seminars, so after your friend has opened the gift, you can go together. Popular items in the inventory are usually in stock and the employees know a lot about fishing. You will have no trouble finding the perfect gift here. It is conveniently located in Olde Town Arvada so you can peruse other shops in the area as well.
706 Front St.
Louisville, CO 80027
(303) 665-8886
www.oldfriendslouisville.com
With many gift options of all types, from locally made jewelry to toys, Old Friends will help you find what you need to kick off your shopping. Almost all of its items are hand crafted — many supplied by local artisans. If you've got a person on your list who appreciates unique gifts they can't find anywhere else, then this is your destination. From a hand-made scarf to copper mules that can be used to sample craft beer and drinks of all types, you will find a gift suitable for different people on your list. The owner of the shop and her employees will help you select a gift that is sure to satisfy.
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