Shop locally for holidays
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Editor,
We’ve all heard over and over again that the way out of our current economic downturn is to stimulate the economy. What better way to stimulate our local economy than by shopping locally?
So as we write out our Christmas gift list this year, I hope we consider buying those gifts from our local merchants. It’s our local businessmen who pay annual property taxes, donate to so many local causes throughout the year, and work hard to make Polson the genuine, friendly small town we all love to call home.
If you are looking for unique gifts with some “bling,” check out our gift stores and jewelry store. Need a practical gift for the handyman in your life? Our hardware stores are well-stocked. Looking for fashionable clothing or footwear? Polson has it. Stop by the Sandpiper Gallery for a gift created by one of our talented local artists. Toys and games for kids are available right here in Polson.
Instead of a gift packed in a box and tied with a bow, get really creative and think of a gift certificate for a service provided by a local business. Who wouldn’t appreciate a gift certificate for a car detailing, or a haircut, a massage, a manicure, the gift of having your snowbound driveway plowed, or a meal at one of our restaurants?
By thinking of all the goods and services we can get right here in Polson, we can save ourselves the time spent driving to those larger communities, not to mention the cost of the gasoline to get there.
Supporting our hometown businesses at Christmas can be the spark that leads to more prosperity for the new year. What better way to express our gratitude for the quality of life we have in beautiful Polson, the gem of Flathead Lake?
Penny Jarecki
Polson
