shopping small can make a big difference
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SHOPPING SMALLCAN MAKE A
BIG DIFFERENCE
November 20th, 2020
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SUITE SH-506 HART BUILDINGWASHINGTON, DC 20510
(202) 224-2841JEANNE SHAHEEN
NEW HAMPSHIRE
WASHINGTON, DC 20510 November 21, 2020
Dear Friends,
Thank you all for gathering today to spread the word about supporting New Hampshire’s small businesses! Please know that I join you in spirit as we highlight and celebrate the good work of these shops and restaurants that, in many communities, are local institutions.
In New Hampshire, Small Business Saturday is particularly special. The Granite State is a small business state. Independently owned restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and stores are fundamental to our economy and our communities, not only providing critical economic engines for cities and towns across the state, but also serving as cultural hubs and gathering places for friends and neighbors. Small Business Saturday is a reminder that we need to support the shops that make New Hampshire special – not just during the holidays, but throughout the year.
Shopping small is not just about ensuring that we have vibrant downtowns or a strong economy. It is also about supporting the entrepreneurs in our community who take great pride in their work, and pour their passion, expertise and an attention to detail into each product. Simply put, New Hampshire small businesses offer high quality goods and services. This is a testament to our small business owners, who labor long hours to keep their businesses running, and still know your name when you walk in the door.
As a member of the Senate’s Small Business Committee, I have no higher priority than to support New Hampshire's small businesses in the challenges they face, especially as they navigate their way through a devastating pandemic. I will continue to do all that I can to ensure that you all have everything you need to thrive.
Happy Small Business Saturday! I wish you all the best as you continue your good work.
Jeanne ShaheenUnited States Senator Download The Letter Here
HAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The 1st Annual Hampton Holiday Hunt
In the absence of the Experience Hampton Holiday Parade this year, the community has come together to create an event that is filled with shopping, dining, and holiday fun for the whole family. Your vote will determine which business will win the “Best Decorated for the
Holiday” prize. Plus, you could win the Hampton Holiday Hunt Passport Raffle prize!
Hampton Holiday Hunt Event Friday November 27- Saturday December 5, 2020
Visit Hampton businesses that are decorated for the holiday season. The holiday decorations includes an item that you must find. Some locations will have holiday decorations outside, and others you will go into the business to find.
For only $5 you can enter the Passport Raffle at the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce. The Passport Raffle Book will include the list of participating businesses and what they have to find at each location. You hunt for the hidden item at each business. When you find it, the Passport Raffle Book is marked. Passport Raffle Books will be returned to The Community Oven by December 5th at 6:00 pm. Each
Passport Raffle Book is eligible for a great holiday GRAND PRIZE. GRAND PRIZE for the Passport Raffle:
$250 value in Grand Prize Gift Certificates There are two chances to win. Two winners receive Grand Prize of $250 each!
Participate in the 1st Annual Hampton Holiday Hunt Buy your Passport Raffle Book at the Hampton Area Chamber
47 Winnacunnet Road Hampton NH Full event details at www.HamptonChamber.com
Seacoast Safe Pledge •Collaborative effort of the Seacoast Chamber Alliance (Dover, Exeter, Hampton, Portsmouth, Rochester, and Somersworth),
funded by the NH BEA/GOFERR•Demonstrates the business’ ongoing commitment to the
health and safety of the community•Lets people know the business is taking all the recommended
steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by taking the SEACOAST SAFE pledge
Destination Marketing•Collaborative effort of the Seacoast Chamber Alliance (Dover, Exeter, Hampton, Portsmouth, Rochester, and Somersworth),
funded by the NH Department of Business and Economic Affairs/ GOFERR
•Paid marketing campaign focusing on in-state audiences•Dining –takeout available everywhere –grab a coffee to go or
warm up indoors with restaurants who have taken the Seacoast Safe Pledge
•Shop Local -support your local community, locally made items
•Partnership with Seacoast Chamber Alliance (Seacoast Safe Pledge,
Destination Marketing)
•Dover Dollars: Purchase location for Dover Main Street Dover Dollars,
redeemable at more than 50 Dover retailers, restaurants and service
providers
•City Lights Committee: Volunteer group that hangs lights throughout
downtown Dover for the holiday season
•Festival of Trees: Still planning this in-person event for December 4.
Trees feature gift cards from many local businesses. Portion of proceeds
supports Dover Food Pantry.
•City Resolution proclaiming Plaid Friday and Shop Small Saturday
•www.dovernh.org
SHARE THE LIGHTDURHAM, NEWMARKET, SURROUNDING REGION
NOV/DEC 2020
COMMUNITY CHALLENGES◦ Small Business
◦ Vulnerable Children
◦ Community Members
◦ UNH students gone Nov 20th – Feb 1st
◦ Local Community Stayed Away
◦ Economic Impacts Affecting Foster Care
◦ “How Can We Help?”
IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE A DARKWINTER...
LET’S SHARE THE LIGHT
Share The Light - Key StakeholdersSmall Businesses/
Area Chambers of Commerce
Local Musicians
Community Members
Vulnerable Children & Town Rec Dept.Foster Families
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
KEY DATESNovember 28th
December 20th
Small Business Saturday Sales begin
Light up every neighborhood, Business & Public Building
Community Concert (virtual)
HOW DOES A BUSINESS GET INVOLVED?1. Pick-Up Location for Luminary Bags
2. Curate a Holiday-Themed Item for Promotion
https://www.2020sharethelight.com/
Intown Concord is a community and events organization that promotes, elevates, and celebrates the city of Concord. This holiday season, Intown Concord is showcasing our incredible downtown and its shops and restaurants, while also promoting community health and safety. We’re offering downtown music on Saturdays from November 28th to December 19th and hosting a virtual story time with Santa on December 4th. Check out our website at www.intownconcord.org to see all of our events and see what Concord businesses offer online shopping. Follow us on social media at
www.facebook.com/intownconcord see all that’s happening in downtown Concord and the amazing deals our local businesses have this holiday season.
◦ #shopnowshoplocal with Concord Chamber
◦ Business survey◦ Frame social media posts◦ Business pitches◦ Share hours, promotions, etc.
◦ Facebook Live◦ Interviews with businesses◦ Board members talking about downtown shopping
Promoting Shop Local
Social Media
Local Online Shopping
HOLIDAY BINGO!Upper Valley
SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON& WIN PRIZES!
Thanks to Our Presenting Sponsor
Your Local Bank!
First 25 entries wins a $50 gift cards to participating businesses plus entered to
win grand prize - a $500 Visa Card!NOV 23 - DEC 18
HOW TO PLAY:
1. Contest starts November 23, 2020 at 8 AM and Ends on December 18 at 12 PM.2. Visit four (4) shops in a row to get BINGO! Spend a minimum of $10 in each store.3. A Row is four across, four up & down or four on the diagonal. The Ledyard Bank space is a free space.4. Take a photo of your BINGO Card and your receipts for each shop you spent a minimum of $10.5. Visit http://bit.ly/uvholidaybingoentryform to upload your photo of your bingo card and four receipts.6. We will verify your entry to win the $50. First 50 entries will win a $50 gift card to a participating business. Valid entries will then be entered into a grand drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card, drawing to take place on Friday, December 18, 2020 at 12 PM.
Official Rules of the Upper Valley Holiday BINGO can be found athttp://bit.ly/uvbingorules.
Get Your Bingo Cards in the Valley News, participating businesses or
download at uppervalleybusinessalliance.com
4 Cards Available!
https://monadnocklocal.org/plaidfriday
CLAREMONT CHAMBER
https://business.claremontchamber.org/events/details/small-business-saturday-2020-36840
GREATER MERRIMACK-SOUHEGAN VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
https://www.gmsvcc.org/
GMSVCC Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qX6a5kp_K5o&feature=youtu.be
LOCAL HAPPENINGSHampton Holiday Hunt
11/22 through 12/5Hampton
Plaid Friday11/27
Monadnock Region
Concord Christmas Tree Lighting11/27 4PM
Concord
Christmas Craft Fair11/28 12PMHampstead
Small Business Saturday Holiday Trunk Show11/28 10AMNorthwoods
Pop-Up Gift Fair11/28
Portsmouth
Light Up Laconia11/29 – 12/18
Laconia
Small Business Saturday11/28
Goffstown
Small Business Saturday11/28 10AM
Pembroke
Holiday Bazaar11/28 9AM
Jaffrey
Winter Craft Fair11/28
Windsor
Be the Light11/27 – 12/20
Newmarket
Small Business Saturday Stroll11/28 10AM
Milford
Small Business Saturday11/28 10AM
Derry
Small Business Vendor Fair11/28 12PM
Dover
