Join us for a day of shopping and fun in support of our local businesses! This event will feature a selection of small businesses from our beloved community, offering a variety of unique gifts and goods - coinciding with the popular The Yards' Ice Yards event.
Here's the scoop:
When you shop small, you are supporting your neighbors, your community, and your own values. You are helping to create a more vibrant and equitable economy, and you are also making a statement about what you believe in.
This is a free to attend event.
Learn more about our event participants:
Kids Inspiration makes products to inspire kids throughout their day. They sell mugs, plushies, t-shirts and hoodies, and journals. https://kidsinspiration.net/
Pinwheel Clay is a small, women-of-color owned business that handcrafts small batches of polymer clay jewelry that offers unique, colorful, and playful designs. https://instagram.com/pinwheelclay
Olivia Tokunbo Wellness is a safe space for healing and self-discovery. It is founded on the belief that everyone deserves access to wellness. Through an intentionally designed guided journal, guided journal workshops + challenges, and a dedication to sharing tools in community— she holds space for reflection, growth, and self-love. https://oliviatokunbo.com/
Best Life Organics is a DMV based beauty and wellness brand crafting small batch bath and body goods for everyday self care. Their handcrafted products are powered by non-toxic ingredients and clean aromatherapy for healthy, flourishing skin. https://www.bestlifeorganics.com/
Erah Permanent Jewelry custom-fits and welds 14k gold, gold-filled, rose gold and silver chains to make rings, bracelets, anklets, and necklaces on site. https://www.instagram.com/erahjewelry
Buttercups Bakeshop offers prepackaged baked goods including cake jars, mini cakes, cookies, etc. https://www.instagram.com/lovebuttercupsdc
Indiblossom is an eclectic mix of fashion and home accessories depicting the vibrancy of India with a modern interpretation. https://www.instagram.com/indiblossombyanu
JoAnn Hill: Local author selling her books: Secret DC + DC Scavenger, plus NEW book title: Unique Eats & Eateries of DC. https://www.instagram.com/joann_hill_dc/
Tarot by Sarah Louise offers tarot card readings, palm readings, and reiki!
Why supporting + shopping small is important:
It supports your neighbors. When you shop at a small business, you are putting money directly into the pockets of your neighbors. This helps to create jobs and boost the local economy. It also helps to build a sense of community, as you get to know the people who own and work at the businesses you support.
It helps to create a more equitable economy. Big box stores often have a lot of power, and they can sometimes drive out smaller businesses. This can have a negative impact on communities, as it can lead to job losses and a decrease in the diversity of businesses. By shopping small, you can help to level the playing field and create a more equitable economy.
It reflects your values. When you shop small, you are supporting businesses that share your values. This could mean supporting businesses that are committed to sustainability, social justice, or fair trade. It could also mean supporting businesses that are owned by people from marginalized communities. By shopping small, you can make a statement about what you believe in and help to create a more just world.
Of course, there are also practical reasons to shop small. Small businesses often offer more personalized service, and they can be more flexible in meeting your needs. They may also carry unique products that you won't find at big box stores.
So next time you're out shopping, consider shopping small. It's a loving way to support your community, your neighbors, and your own values.