Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Shop Local and Support DC Small Businesses This Holiday Season
Mayor Muriel Bowser is encouraging residents to shop local and support DC small businesses this holiday season. The Mayor’s Office of Small & Medium Enterprise Services (OSMES) has launched the “Shop Local DC” campaign to promote shopping at local businesses throughout the District.
“Our small businesses are the backbone of our economy and our communities,” said Mayor Bowser. “This holiday season, I encourage all residents to shop local and support the businesses that make our city so special.”
The Shop Local DC campaign includes a number of initiatives to encourage residents to shop at local businesses, including:
Shop Local DC Small Business Saturday: On Saturday, November 26, residents are encouraged to shop at local businesses throughout the District. OSMES will be hosting a number of events and promotions to support Small Business Saturday, including:
- A Small Business Saturday Scavenger Hunt: Residents can participate in a scavenger hunt to win prizes from local businesses.
- A Small Business Saturday Pop-Up Market: OSMES will host a pop-up market featuring local businesses at Union Market.
- A Small Business Saturday Social Media Contest: Residents can enter a social media contest to win prizes from local businesses.
Shop Local DC Holiday Markets: OSMES will host a series of holiday markets throughout the District, featuring local businesses selling a variety of holiday gifts and items. The holiday markets will be held at the following locations:
- Union Market: November 26-December 24
- Eastern Market: November 26-December 24
- Georgetown Waterfront Park: December 3-4
Shop Local DC Online Marketplace: Residents can shop for local products and services online at the Shop Local DC Marketplace. The Marketplace features a variety of local businesses, including retailers, restaurants, and service providers.
Shop Local DC Gift Cards: Residents can purchase Shop Local DC gift cards, which can be used at any participating local business. Gift cards can be purchased online or at any participating business.
For more information on the Shop Local DC campaign, please visit the OSMES website.
Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Shop Local and Support DC Small Businesses This Holiday Season
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