Shop Locally in Marlboro and Colts Neck on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

Small Business Saturday is on Nov. 24 this year, two days after Thanksgiving and one day after Black Friday. It is a day for everyone to support the small businesses that their community thrives on.

American Express founded the day in 2010 to help small businesses get exposure during the holiday season, when they might be otherwise overlooked. With retailers buzzing around the holidays, it is important to support local small businesses that rely on their neighbors in order to continue prospering and building the local economy in Marlboro and Colts Neck.

Marlboro Township launched Shop Marlboro in 2008. Run by the Economic Development Committee, the program features a tax rewards program which acts as an incentive for residents to keep their money local while putting an immediate dent into their property tax bills.

“By keeping their purchasing dollars for goods and services in Marlboro, residents are helping to directly improve Marlboro’s economic vitality, solidify its tax base, create new jobs, and foster a renewed sense of community and shared commitment," said Deputy Mayor Larry Rosen, Chairmen of the EDC.

"In return, small businesses on the receiving end of a long-term sustained commitment by the municipality and its residents are more apt to be good corporate citizens, and more eager to support our community at various events and during times of need. This synergistic relationship is win/win for all of the stakeholders.”

Last year, 100 million people nationwide participated in Small Business Saturday by shopping at locally owned stores to help boost the economy and their communities.

In Colts Neck, participating businesses include the Colts Neck Inn, Brock Farms, Delicious Orchards, A Perfect Gift by Marilyn and Huddy's Inn. 

Marlboro Township businesses such as Marlboro Pizza, Little Shop of Flowers, Stewart's Restaurant and La Rosa Chicken Grill.

A full list of participating businesses in each town can be found at the American Express Shop Small website.

You can also “like” Small Business Saturday on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/shopsmall.

Everyone has locally owned businesses in their community, and shopping on Small Business Saturday is the perfect way to give back to the businesses you know and love in your community.

TELL US: What small businesses do you patronize in your town and what makes them great? Share in the comments below.