November 25 - December 1, 2016

Webster-Kirkwood Times

15

Join The Fun; Shop Small On Saturday

Make a difference in the community by
shopping local on Nov. 26 & every day
by Mary Shapiro

Local independently-owned businesses can be a hot spot for savvy holiday shoppers who want to snag some
great deals and support the economy
in their hometowns, especially on
Small Business Saturday on Nov. 26.
Since its inception in 2010, Small
Business Saturday has positioned itself as the neighbor-friendly little guy
alternative to the big-box behemoths
of Black Friday and the e-commerce
sales of Cyber Monday.

The Bug Store

displays some
of its eclectic
merchandise
outside its
shop at 113 W.
Argonne Ave.
in Downtown
Kirkwood.

Small Business Saturday encourages holiday shoppers to patronize brick

and mortar businesses those that
are small and local. It is an opportunity for consumers to circulate locally-earned dollars back into the local
economy.
With many shops offering special
offers and promotions on Saturday, its
a good time to discover the local business districts.

photo by
Diana
Linsley

cont. p. 16

Live, Design, Shop Local

Fairly traded gifts
from all over the world.
Jewelry | Home Accents | Coffee | Musical Instruments | Holiday Decor | Clothing
Fun and Functional, Ethical and Eclectic!
Delmar Loop
6271 Delmar
St. Louis, MO 63130
312-863-3723

Kirkwood
137 W. Jefferson Ave.
Kirkwood, MO 63122
314-909-9401

West County
1228 Town and Country Crossing
Town and Country, MO 63017
636-220-1877

www.plowsharing.org

Concept to Reality ~ Crafted by our In-House Designers

James Durbin Jewelry Design

114 W. Jefferson Downtown Kirkwood 965-6508
jamesdurbinjewelry.com

Black Friday
small business
saturday
SHOP LOCAL,
SHOP WEBSTER GROVES!

FREE
FREE
BOOK
TOTES

the Initial
Design
monogram boutique

25 N. Gore 314-968-8300
www.theinitialdesignstl.com
What every St. Louisan needs

great s
electio
n

of adult & kids books

plus
ique, local gifts

un

supplies
(with any purchase,(while
while supplies
last)last)

BLACK
FRIDAY

8am - 6pm

SHOP

Early bird deals

and specials
all day!

Friday 8-8 Saturday 8-6 Sunday 12-6

NOV.
28 8AM - 8PM
7905 Big Bend Blvd.
314.738.9384

NOV. 29 10AM - 8PM

NOV. 30 12PM - 5PM

OPEN 8 AM
NOVEMBER 25

314.738.9384
7905 Big Bend Blvd.

BLACK FRIDAY
AND
SMALL BUSINESS
SATURDAY:

20% OFF
ONE ITEM

SMALL BUSINESS

SATURDAY
Balloon

H O L I D A Y POP
for a
deal!
MARKETPLACE

styling and gifting made simple.

233 W LOCKWOOD AVENUE
WEBSTER GROVES, MO 63119

10am-6pm
Shop small!

leftover sale

SUNDAY
11am-5pm

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Webster-Kirkwood Times

November 25 - December 1, 2016

Plenty Of Shopping In Webster Groves, Kirkwood

from page 15
Shopping In Downtown Kirkwood
Donna Poe, executive director of the Downtown
Kirkwood Special Business District, said many of
stores will be offering special offers on Saturday, plus
visitors will also be entertained.
Students from the Kirkwood School of Rock will
perform in Ken Connor Park, across the street from
the Kirkwood Train station, from noon to 1 p.m.,
weather permitting, she said. And Summit Produce
and Plants with have a live reindeer at Kirkwood
Farmers Market Christmas Tree Lot and Gingerbread Shoppe from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Poe said the district is mostly made up of small
businesses.
Those merchants appreciate the support from the
community, she said. Our district, with so many
long-established and new boutiques, gift stores and
more, is special.
Unique buildings and historic architecture play
a part, but our districts personality and types of
businesses make us different, Poe said. Theres a
positive spirit of all those here. Everyone is trying to
make the district more attractive.
Also, many of our business owners serve on a
city committee or are involved with the Kirkwood
School District or other schools in the area, donating
to school and other organizations fundraisers, Poe
added.
Many district business owners also live in Kirkwood or nearby, she said.
When people buy online, none of the money benefits their community, Poe said. But, when you shop
in a local store, that sales tax revenue goes to local
government, you contribute to a sense of community,
and you help create and keep local jobs.
Also, local stores are very creative in decorating
for the holidays, Poe said. People are missing out
on the fun when they shop online.
Shopping In Webster Groves
In Webster Groves Old Orchard Business Dis-

Downtown Webster Groves is decked out for the

season which kicked off during the Old Webster
Holiday Open House on Nov. 13.
photo by Ursula Ruhl
trict, various activities will also be taking place on
Saturday, said Holland Saltsman, owner of the Novel
Neighbor, at 7905 Big Bend Blvd., and a board member of the Old Orchard Taxing District.
The Novel Neighbor, for instance, will have five local authors selling books, offer extended hours from 8
a.m. to 8 p.m., have Winnie the Pooh on hand to greet
kids and do a free craft with them, and provide free
totes while supplies last.
The event is vital, she said.
With such a push from major corporations blast-

Oh what fun...

ing ads, its important that people remember money

they spend by shopping locally goes back into their
community, Saltsman said. The big online stores,
for instance, arent paying local taxes, benefiting employees who live here, or supporting causes in the
community.
Small businesses try to be involved in giving
back, she added.
Shopping local also encourages more stores to look
at the area as a great location, she said.
Shoppers dont have to go outside their community to get some great deals, said Jean Scholtes, owner
of Kind Soap Company at 20 Allen Ave. and a member of the Old Webster Trade Association.
Small Business Saturday reminds the community how nice it is to have small businesses where you
live, she said. Money spent here doesnt go to a faroff corporate headquarters.
Her own business on Saturday is offering specials
such as, for those spending $75 on Kind products
will receive a $25 gift card.
Small businesses focus on customer service
were good at getting to know customers and their
needs and likes, to customize their shopping experience, Scholtes said.
And Small Business Saturday lets people explore
their own neighborhood.
Our association has so many types of businesses clothing boutiques, gift stores, restaurants and
more, she said. Your purchases are unique and different to what youd find at big chain stores.
Pat Richards, owner of Embroider the Occasion at
124 W. Lockwood Ave., is also a member of the Old
Webster Trade Association and is chair of the citys
Business Development Commission.
The mission of the BDC is to ensure businesses thrive here, she said. We talk of how important shopping small is, not just on one Saturday of
the year but encouraging the community to support
hometown businesses all the time.
Her own shop will be giving away totes that

cont. p. 18

A Million Garden
Tools in One

Discover the best gifts for

guys and gals when you shop local!

Fun
in the
Sun

Okay, maybe not a million

but certainly tons. Our favorite #1 tool.

The Incredible Soil Knife

Plant bulbs & flowers Divide perennials
Dig out weeds Saw through roots
Prepare furrows for seeding
Chop greens off root vegetables
...and so much more!

www.sugarcreekgardens.com
1011 N. Woodlawn 314-965-3070
Over 2000 plant varieties

VOTED #1 BEST GARDEN CENTER

121 N. Kirkwood Rd. | Downtown Kirkwood | www.FunSunSports.com | 821-0583

3
DAY
Weekend Sale

Black Friday
Sale prices valid November 25-27, 2016 only

Shop Local!

Were proud to be locally

owned & operated.

SAVE
up to

Dierbergs Warson Woods Center

9995 Manchester Road
(between Sappington Rd & Berry Rd)

314.822.5173

Mon.-Sat 9-9 Sun 10-6

12

with card

Iams & Pedigree Dog Food

26.1-31 lb. & 50 lb. Bag, All Varieties
$19.98 AFTER SAVINGS

SAVE

with card

Purina One Dog Food

27.5-31.1 lb. Bag, Select Varieties
$24.98 AFTER SAVINGS

SAVE
up to

15

SAVE
up to

14

SAVE
up to

18

with card

with card

with card

Pro Plan Dog Food

35 lb. Bag Savor Chicken, Lamb, Beef, Salmon;
33 lb. Bag Focus Sensitive Skin Salmon and Lamb
$29.98 AFTER SAVINGS

Blue Buffalo Wilderness & Nutro Dog Food

30 lb. Bag Nutro Lamb & Rice; 24 lb. Bag
Natural Balance Dog Food
Blue Buffalo Chicken, Duck, Salmon
26-28 lb. Bag, Select Varieties
$39.98-$45.98 AFTER SAVINGS
$44.98 AFTER SAVINGS

While supplies last, no rainchecks on advertised items. Availability and actual savings on all advertised items may vary by store location. We reserve the right to limit quantities.

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Webster-Kirkwood Times

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ANNUAL BLACK OUT BLACK FRIDAY SALE

DOORS
OPEN
AT 7AM!

7AM-10AM
40% OFF STOREWIDE

10AM-5PM
30% OFF STOREWIDE

FREE $25 gift card with every $250 purchase!

DOORBUSTERS RUNNING ALL DAY LONG

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

20% Off $50+Purchase!

25% OFF $100+Purchase!

30% OFF $250+Purchase!

Ballwin: 14418 Clayton Rd., 63011 | 636.527.3655
Des Peres: 12095 Manchester Rd., 63131 | 314.858.9355
Kirkwood: 110 E. Jefferson Ave., 63122 | 314.965.3655
University City: 7700 Delmar Blvd., 63130 | 314.899.0446

Cyber Monday Deals

www.paperdolls.boutique
*Not valid on previous purchases, special orders or the purchase of gift cards. May not be combined with any other offer or promotion.

Shop Local!
sammysoap

Custom

Blinds, Shades, Shutters

806 W. Woodbine Ave.
(314) 565-2480
www.ScottBarthelmassPainting.com

(636) 537-8008

Des Peres Showroom

12060 Manchester Rd. 63131
(314) 698-2090
twoblindguysdesperes.com
twoblindguysdesperes.com

Holiday
Gift Card
Special
BUY $25 GIFT CARD
GET $5 GIFT CARD FREE

Amigos on Wheels is available for private parties

120 N. Jefferson 314-821-0877

The

Voted STLMag 2016 Best Gift Store!

Holiday Sip & Shop

Hardy Washington Jr.

800 S. Kirkwood Rd. (314) 821-8488
www.HardyWashington.com

www.wasteconnections.com
636-321-2100
We support Small Business Saturday!

Help us Celebrate our 2nd Birthday!

DRAWINGS! PRIZES!
REFRESHMENTS

FRI., DEC. 2, 4 - 9:00 PM

123 W ARGONNE DR I KIRKWOOD, MO 63122

NEW CLIENT
SPECIAL

Six Pilates or Small

Group Personal
Training Classes
OR Three 1-hour
Pilates or
Personal Training
private lessons
for $120

(314) 909-9050

www.AgapeConstruction.com

Back By Popular Demand - Presented by the Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber

ma
lt i

te Holiday

Saturday, Dec 3 9-10 am

Red Robin - Des Peres, 13001 Manchester Rd Cost is $5 for ages 3 & under; $10 for ages 4 99

Price Includes: Goodie Bags, Face Painting, Coloring Contest, Keepsake Photo, Breakfast Buffet & More!

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Webster-Kirkwood Times

November 25 - December 1, 2016

For That Special Someone

HOLIDAY GIFT CARD WEEKEND SPECIAL
Buy $500 gift card for only $395
Buy $1000 gift card for only $795
BLACK FRIDAY HOLIDAY BEAUTY
Buy 2 syringes of Restylane and Get $100 free Dysport
Gift card purchase must be complete by Mon., Nov. 28.
Weekend voicemails will be honored

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B.C.R.N. BSN, CANS
30 years experience as an
RN in Aesthetic Medicine

320 S. Kirkwood Rd., Suite 104 | Kirkwood

314-394-3314 www.nouveaumedspa.com Visit website for November Specials

Santa and Mrs. Claus, who arrived at the Kirkwood Train Station by way
of Amtrak, greet visitors during the Downtown Kirkwood Holiday Walk on
Saturday. Youngsters were able to talk to Old St. Nick and hear stories from
Mrs. Claus. The event also featured entertainment, food and lots more.
photo by Diana Linsley
more photos at www.timesnewspapers.com

Why Shop Small from page 16

emphasize shopping small.
A small business focuses on
building partnerships with the
community my firm is constantly

helping with school and church

fundraisers, Richards said. We also
donate pink shirts to city firefighters
so they can sell them through October
and raise money for a family in
Webster Groves with cancer.
Stacie Swederska, vice president
of the Old Webster Trade Association,
owns Paisley Boutique at 233 W Lockwood Ave. On Saturday, shoppers can
pop a balloon to reveal a special gift.
Paisley is having a Small Business
Saturday party from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
as a thank you to our customers who
support small business, she said.

WEEKEND
SALE

General Grant Antique

and Dcor Mall
(in the old Farmers Market location)

BLACK FRIDAY

WEEKEND SALE
Fri. & Sat., Nov. 25 & 26, 10-8
Sun., Nov. 27, 11-5

SALES
AND DISCOUNTS
Fabulous Finds and Home Dcor
for any taste and style!
8400 Watson Rd 843-3535
General Grant Center

Looking for a
fresh new look?
Call or text me today!

JANET CROAK

call or text (314) 707-1525

314-707-1525

10055 Manchester Rd. Warson Woods