Do liquor stores count as small businesses? I have to buy a gift for a host tonight that’s throwing a ‘let’s get together and write’ party. I know that sounds like most people’s nightmare party, but it’s cool. There will be a bunch of us, with laptops, typing away at a friend’s house. Tonight is about getting the creative juices flowing and encouraging each other. Perhaps the wine offer will ruin the plan or it will make it better. Last time I did try to convince an inspirational author that she needed to write a story about a preacher/former assassin who the heroine thought was her male prostitute wedding date she had hired. So perhaps it’s just an excuse to get together and be silly. I might stop and buy a fruit plate then. Now avoiding a large business and heading to a small business will be fun. I do think the big corporate giants do have too much already and I am a prime member of Amazon for the shipping discount. So I’m guilty as anyone for supporting the big guys, but my heart says the small business is the heart of this country. If I find one instead of a corporate giant to visit today, I’m in….
Do any of y’all have plans for today? I’m writing in the morning. Writing party in the evening. So I guess I can call this ‘I entertain myself’ Saturday.
Hope you have a great day no matter what happens.
Victoria Pinder
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I support small businesses on Small Business Saturday?
On Small Business Saturday, you can support small businesses by choosing local or independent shops over corporate giants for everyday purchases like food, gifts, or party supplies. Even small decisions — like buying a fruit plate from a local vendor instead of a big-box store — make a difference. The day serves as a reminder that small businesses are considered the heart of the country’s economy.
What is a writing party and how does it work?
A writing party is a casual get-together where a group of people bring their laptops to a friend’s house and write together. The goal is to get creative juices flowing and encourage each other. It’s a social, low-pressure environment that blends community support with individual creative work, and may include refreshments like wine or snacks to keep the atmosphere relaxed and fun.
Should I shop at Amazon or a small business on Small Business Saturday?
While Amazon offers conveniences like Prime shipping discounts that many people use regularly, Small Business Saturday is specifically designed to redirect spending toward independent local businesses. Even self-described Amazon Prime members acknowledge that small businesses deserve support because they form the economic backbone of local communities. Choosing a small business for at least one purchase on this day is a meaningful way to give back.
