OK, I admit it.  I’m a big proponent of shopping local.  I don’t care if you’re from Waterford or Birmingham, Ann Arbor or Brighton – patronize your local shops.

A couple of weeks ago, some business owners in Brighton got together and made a video about just that topic. Holiday Gifts

Now we have a great promo video of being in downtown Howell during the Holidays. A lot of video was shot during the Fantasy of Lights Parade (which everybody should see at least once!) and really gives you the feeling of shopping in a downtown area.

Big box stores and malls are fine for some things, but don’t forget about the folks who work right there on your Main Street.  They usually do a lot more for your community than the big franchises (sorry, corporate policy doesn’t let us do that) and they really are more a part of your town than the big outfits.

Make a pledge to yourself that you’ll do at least some of your shopping at the smaller, local businesses this year.  And while you’re in your downtown, why don’t you stop at a local restaurant for lunch or an appetizer and try something new? 

Bob Smith
Preview Properties, PC
130 W. Grand River
Brighton, MI 48116
http://www.RealEstateMich.com
810-220-1478

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2 Comments on Howell Michigan Holiday Spirit

DEC
06
2011
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Good morning Robert. I totally agree with you. I wrote about small business Saturday and believe it should be an everyday thing. Great video too. Happy holidays.
9:22am • #1
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Thanks for your comment, Sheila.  Everybody would like to see vibrant and thriving downtowns, but too many go to the mall instead. 
3:31pm • #2


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