Classic Kia is Celebrating Small Business Saturday

Nov 26, 2022

Today is Small Business Saturday. As fellow business owners and local Waukegan area residents, we want to take a moment to shout out our appreciation for all of the small business owners that make our community such a vibrant, bustling, and beautiful place to live! We encourage everyone to shop small and shop local if you’re able to do so this holiday season.

You’ll find plenty of unique, one-of-a-kind, and memorable gifts from the beautiful shops, businesses, and organizations that make Waukegan and Lake County so wonderful! Check out the local area calendars for a plethora of regional holiday markets happening just before the holidays, perfect for last minute shoppers. Not sure what specific item to get, but know what your recipient loves the most? Why not get a gift card! They’re a perfect option for your gifting this holiday season, and a fantastic way to support a local business with patronage. We are sure that you’ll find just what you’re looking for right here in your own backyard!

Here’s an eclectic mix of different businesses in the area that would love your support this holiday season! Grab something from a local bakery to bring to family and friends dinner parties. Gift your loved one an experience or a lesson in art or music. Book a photoshoot to make some memories with your family. There’s so many things to choose from!

Great Local Businesses:

Real human beings supporting other real human beings has a real world impact. Each sale of their work or dollar towards funding campaigns means folks can put a roof over their heads and food on the table. You might also be helping to support a side-hustle that is helping put someone through school without debt, paying back student loans, caring for a relative, affording childcare, paying for medical costs, etc.

Many chronically ill and disabled business owners and creators use their studio practices as an alternative to the prohibiting tasks of most traditional work environments; running your own business means setting an accommodating, flexible schedule to work at their own pace and within their personal limitations.

Each independent creator and small business owner has their own “WHY” behind their work — don’t be afraid to ask about their passion and motivation. Small business owners love sharing our motivations and inspirations with others; connecting with other cool humans is one of the best parts of being an independently run creative business! No matter how you slice it, you’re helping to support the local economy, and making our town a better place to live and work and play in, and a safe and happy community is the best gift of all!