“As we gear up for the busy holiday shopping season, which kicks off with Black Friday this week, I would like to encourage everyone to consider shopping at some of our tremendous small businesses this Saturday. Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy and offer that intimate authentic feel that is tough to find at big box stores.

“There’s nothing like walking into a small, family-owned business where the owner knows you by name, and where you can count on the authenticity and craftsmanship of the products you purchase. By shopping local this Saturday, not only do you have the option of buying a variety of amazing products, you are making our community stronger by investing in the hard-working men and women who help make our community tick, while keeping profits local and creating jobs to build an even stronger Hudson Valley.”