Published November 29, 2019

MELROSE — On Saturday, November 30, the Melrose Chamber of Commerce wants to share Small Business Saturday with you. This national campaign happens the Saturday after Black Friday and reminds us all to support local small businesses.

This holiday shopping tradition, backed by American Express, celebrates small businesses like the ones right here in Melrose. And it wouldn’t be a celebration without loyal customers joining us. Think of a few stores, restaurants or businesses that you would miss if they disappeared and plan to spend money there this holiday season. It makes a big impact.

The following Melrose Chamber of Commerce businesses are participating in Small Business Saturday by offering specials, promotions and deals on November 30, all in Melrose:

Affairs to Remember (547 Main Street) Stop in and receive $5 of any pre-made Christmas wreaths while supplies last.

Ana Donohue Interiors (523 Main Street) Visit the recently opened boutique and browse and enjoy complimentary treats.

Beansprout Gifts (12 Essex Street) Stop in and shop a giant $15 rack and all clothing will be up to 40 percent off.

Buckalew’s General Store (529 Main Street) Shop starting at 8 a.m. and the coffee bar will be in full swing with hot beverages and Robin’s famous biscuits for sale. From 1 – 3 p.m. we will be scooping complimentary cups of Maple Valley Farms ice cream, and will have flash sales of holiday items and ornaments all day. There will be pop up samples and tastings throughout the day too.

Hourglass Gift Gallery (458 Main Street) Will delight shoppers with small goodies while you shop and a raffle. Customers will also receive 10 percent off Christmas ornaments.

Hunt’s Photo & Video Melrose (100 Main Street) Will have exclusive holiday discounts for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. You’ll be ready to start shooting as soon as you leave the store when you purchase your camera at Hunt’s. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, enthusiast, or professional, Hunt’s staff will help you choose the right equipment.

Madison Ave of Melrose (531 Main Street) New location where we will have four other female business owners hosting a marketplace in their new store. Shop from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and enjoy mimosas and other in-store treats.

Marty’s Furniture Company (99 Washington Street) Mention this promo and get a free box spring with any mattress purchase. All weekend will offer 10 percent off any furniture order; 40 percent off all lamps and wall decor. Sale starts Friday, Nov. 29 and runs through the weekend.

Melrose Oriental Rug (937 Main Street) We are offering customers 30-60 percent off clearance rugs for Small Business Saturday – 1 day only.

Perella Jewelers (136 West Emerson Street) Take an extra 10 percent off your purchase (from already low prices) on Small Business Saturday.

RADA Boutique – Melrose (486 Main Street) Jewelry is “Buy One, Get One Half Off” as well as 15 – 20 percent off throughout the store with just a handful of exclusions. Gloves are buy 3, get 1 for free.

“We encourage local residents to patronize their favorite businesses and visit ones that are new to them throughout the year, but especially on Small Business Saturday,” says Lauren Grymek, Executive Director of the Melrose Chamber of Commerce. “These are the same businesses that support our schools, youth sports and activities, fundraisers and many other community initiatives throughout the year through sponsorships and donations and it is important that we show them the same support. Small businesses like these in Melrose are the economic engine of our local communities.”

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/741940862806256/ or call the Chamber Office at 781-665-3033.