The holiday season arrives with Thanksgiving on Thursday. Shoppers will be out in force on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday to seek the perfect Christmas gifts.
Pam Powers-Smith, President and CEO of the Rome-Floyd Chamber, urges the public to shop locally this holiday season and all year long.
It is important to shop local because these local small businesses support our community and provide personalized service, adds Powers-Smith.
Save receipts when shopping at local businesses and enter the “Shop Small to Win It All! Receipt Raffle” presented by the Chamber and Rome’s Downtown Downtown Development Authority. Shoppers have the chance to win a $200 gift card. The business listed on the winning receipt will additionally receive a reward. The campaign continues through December 31st with the winner to be drawn in early 2024. For details, visit www.romega.com/receipt-raffle.