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Sunday, November 24, 2024

'Tis The Season to Shop Local

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County of Patrick issued the following announcement on Nov. 24

Looking for the perfect gift for someone in your life? Come explore Patrick County all the options small businesses have for you! From boutique clothing to upcycled furniture, there's no shortage of options for gift shoppers. By shopping locally you can be sure that you are getting a quality product and helping a small business. The first Saturday after Thanksgiving has become known as Small Business Saturday to encourage people to support local businesses and not just large corporations.

Beginning on Small Business Saturday shoppers can obtain a passport to be stamped by local businesses. These passports can be turned into the Chamber of Commerce for the chance to win prizes. Below is a list of local businesses and a description of what they offer.

High Country Lavender - High Country lavender is situated at 3000 feet of elevation in the enchanted Mountains of Meadows of Dan, Virginia. We are currently growing five different lavender varieties: Grosso, Hidcote, Provence, Phenomenal and Royal Velvet.

Please note that the Lavender Shop at the property opens from March Equinox until December Solstice but ordering through the website remains available year-round.

Nita's Nook - Looking for a unique gift for that special someone for just wanting to treat yourself? Want to get a head start on your Christmas shopping? Nita's Nook is the perfect stop for anyone who loves handmade, whimsical designs.

Mattie B's - Mattie B's is an eclectic little shop in the heart of Stuart, VA. Our staff is fun, welcoming and helpful. Among other things, we offer courtesy gift wrap and a willing smile. We are known for our diverse collection for our diverse clientele. A little something for everyone. There's a large selection of accessories, clothing, body, and jewelry to choose from.

The Hatteras Pearl - Located in the heart of Patrick County, Va. We offer handcrafted, upcycled, and one of a kind pieces! We specialize in shabby chic, vintage & rustic home decor! Come by and find your next perfect piece.

Concord Corner Store - Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 177.7, Concord Corner Store is the first store on the right located in the Village of Meadows of Dan.

Regional art, quilts, craft beer, local wines, hand-hewn mantels, furniture, handmade jewelry, local coffees, tea, clothing, toys, and more can be discovered at Concord Corner Store. This store is full of high-end, one of a kind items.

Spring Drug - This classic drug store offers more than just remedies for your coughs and colds. Stop in to find the latest in stylish home decor, clothing, gifts, and more.

Poor Farmer's Market - We are in the heart of Meadows of Dan, with a variety of products. We have a deli in the store, featuring some of the best homemade products that you can find, as well as subs, hand dipped ice cream. Handmade desserts and salads, as well as our feature sub, the "Hungry Hillbilly." We carry a random selection of products. We have Lodge cast iron, wooden porch furniture that was handcrafted by the Amish. We have hand made pottery. We have Leanin Tree greeting cards, wonderful Lace products, and a variety of books, from cooking, up to history, as well as "The Man Who Moved A Mountain." We carry local jams, jellies, and applebutter. We have honey, molasses. Also we have Hoop Cheese, sidemeat, Buckwheat Flour, Horehound candy, salted peanuts. Also we have handmade Lye Soap. There is something for everyone here!!!

Nancy's Candy Company - Come see where candy is made! Our candy factory is in the small town of Meadows of Dan right off the Blue Ridge Parkway. We create and make over 45 flavors of fudge, 49 different truffles, 85 different chocolates and lots more. Our 2000 square foot candy store is a chocolate lover's dream!

The Green Leaf - The Green Leaf in Stuart, Virginia offers high-quality, all-natural CBD products and other natural wellness products for you and your animal friends as well as state-of-the-art growing supplies. Wellness products are available in oils, teas, honey, gummies, candies, muscle rubs, bath bombs, and much more.

Mainstreet Cards & Gifts - Main Street Cards and Gifts has a variety of greeting cards for all occasions as well as stationery, home and garden decor, candy, jewelry, apparel, candles, and much more! Stop in and pick out the perfect gift.

Poor Farmer's Farm - Poor Farmer's Farm is one of the largest and most unique country stores nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia. Stop by and browse through our country store and check out all our many food and gift items that represent days gone by. Tap your toes to great music on our Front Porch Bluegrass stage. Sit a spell on our front porch in our old fashion rocking chairs while enjoying some of our delicious vittles ordered from our hungry hillbilly menu. Mr. & Mrs. Poor Farmer, Ronnie & Joyce Greene, welcome you to their old fashion country store that has something for everyone!

We are open April - December, seven days a week and January - March we are only open Friday - Sunday. Check out our website for information concerning our homegrown mountain produce and our special events.

Jerry & Connie's House of Collectibles - Jerry & Connie's House of Collectibles offers unique antiques and collectible memorabilia and is conveniently located right on Route 58 and next to the Meadows of Dan Village and Blue Ridge Parkway.

Poppy's - An eclectic blend of old and new, vintage and unique, will greet you when you come into Poppy's. Our marvelous designers offer interesting gifts that are either fair trade or American made and many are hand made as well. There is a nice selection of jewelry, vintage china, classic linen towels, beautiful note cards, entertaining magnets, felted mobiles and much more.

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