As the holiday season approaches, Small Business Saturday on November 30th is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses in Frederick. This annual event, celebrating it’s 15th anniversary in 2024, encourages shoppers to think local, shop small, and invest in their community.
Frederick boasts a vibrant small business scene, from unique boutiques and cozy cafes to professional services and specialty shops. A stroll through Downtown Frederick reveals beautifully decorated storefronts and one-of-a-kind finds.
The impact of shopping small extends beyond this one day. We’re releasing an insights article each week to highlight an industry of local small businesses you can support through the holiday season from holiday gift shopping to supporting local nonprofits!
Local businesses create jobs, support community initiatives, and keep Frederick’s economy thriving. Make a plan to support Frederick’s small businesses on November 30th and experience the charm and hospitality that make this community special. If you need some ideas for holiday shopping, consider stopping by one of these places to find the perfect gift!
Anything in Stained Glass
Our vision is to help people enjoy fused, mosaic and stained glass, along with providing them everything that they need to be successful, such as education and supplies. Our mission is to deepen people’s understanding of glass and educate them on the different ways it can enrich their life.
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Beyond Comics
Beyond Comics has been in business since 1996, offering the widest selection of comic books and related merchandise available. You will find Maryland’s largest and most complete selection of graphic novels and comic books from not only the major publishers but from many small press publishers as well. We take great pride in carrying the most amazing selection of statues, action figures, toys, t-shirts and random comic merchandise to be found anywhere.
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Charm City Run
Charm City Run is a running and walking specialty company, selling walking & running shoes, apparel and accessories!
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Colonial Jewelers
The area’s largest selection of Diamonds and Jewelry with outstanding service and value. We pride ourselves with have the friendliest and most knowledgeable team to help with all your jewelry needs. Full service Custom Jewelry design and repairs. Celebrating 75 years in Downtown Frederick- Colonial Jewelers is the oldest business in Downtown.
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Curious Iguana
Curious Iguana is an independent bookstore and benefit corporation located in the heart of Downtown Frederick. Since opening in 2013, the Iguana has become a popular literary hub for locals and visitors alike. Our globally diverse collection, extensive community partnerships, and vibrant events calendar reflect the Iguana’s mission, “Get To Know Your World.” As a benefit corporation, Curious Iguana donates a percentage of sales each month to nonprofits making a world of difference in our local community and beyond.
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Emmitsburg Antique Mall
Over 36,000 square feet displaying antique furniture, linens and quilts, primitives, glassware and china, toys, tools, collectibles and more. Carpeted, air-conditioned, free parking.
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Frederick Book Arts Center Inc.
FBAC store offers unique items handmade by local artists and resources for you to make your own book art.
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Hearth and Home Mercantile
Hearth and Home Mercantile is a beautifully designed home goods store, offering an exquisitely curated selection of home décor, unique gifts, hand selected antiques, and whimsical children’s items. Nestled in the historic district on main street in Middletown Maryland, we specialize in bringing you a blend of French country, primitive farmhouse, and English cottage design. Our store is a sanctuary for those seeking inspiration to create their ideal home, with warmth, personality, and the perfect balance of minimalism and maximalism. We are local, family run an operated, and specialize in sourcing superior home décor, working with local artisans and quality small businesses for our new items, and hand selecting all antiques.
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JoNa’s Outdoor Furniture Co.
As an outdoor custom furnishings business, we believe in creative process and individual style. With JoNa’s Exterior Design, the process starts with YOU… YOUR personal vision will result in beautifully crafted furniture made just for YOU and designed to fit YOUR individual needs. Create an outdoor oasis that will not only maximize space, but also radiate your creative talents! With numerous frame colors and hundreds of top-quality outdoor fabrics to choose from, the possibilities are endless. From dining and deep-seating to swings and gliders…from fire pits and fire tables to lounge chairs and rockers…let JoNa’s help you bring your creative design to life
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Precision Point Shooting and Training
From our state-of-the-art shooting ranges to our comprehensive training programs, every aspect of Precision Point Frederick is tailored to provide a positive, enriching experience. Join us in our mission to promote responsible gun ownership, skill development, and community building in a space where precision meets approachability.
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Rhapsody and Renascence
We are a mother and daughter team who share a common love of individual expression- through handmade items, unique clothing, and reimagined items. We love thrifting and believe it is a way to live a more sustainable life while also having fun together and expressing individuality that you don’t get from chain store shopping.
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Rosebud Perfume Company, Inc.
Rosebud Perfume Company, Inc. proudly providing quality salves and lip balms for over 100 years at reasonable prices.
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The Frederick Basket Co
Offering curated gifts specializing in locally sourced items. Our gifts focus on unique items to ensure your gift giving experience. Our retail shop offers a variety of items for you to create your own gift basket or pick from an of our pre-made gifts perfect for all occasions personal or professional. While we are always ready to help the individual shopper, we largely provide corporate gifting services to any size company, client appreciation, employee recognition, milestones, and special occasions. We also create experience gift boxes to virtual party options, hot sauce tasting, whiskey smoker kits, boba tea experience, family game night, pizza kits and so many more
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The Trail House
Outdoor specialty shop for hiking, camping, rock climbing, and x-country skiing. Great resource for local hiking, water sports guide books, and other adventures. Featuring brands like The North Face, Patagonia, Marmot, Merrell, and Mountain Hardwear.
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Wonder Book & Video, Inc.
A bookseller since 1980 and online since 1997, Wonder Book is passionate about books and operates 3 large retail stores in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area and a 111,000 square foot warehouse for internet, bulk, designer, and export sales. In addition to books, Wonder Book sells movies, music, video games, and more. Wonder Book’s Frederick and Hagerstown retail stores also have movie rentals.
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Together, we can make a big difference by shopping small!
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