Small Business Saturday on November 26th is approaching quickly and Clay County businesses are ready to welcome you with special activities and sales as you ‘shop local’ to start the holiday shopping season. Whether you’re a fashionista looking for the latest styles for yourself or in need of a unique gift for that ‘special someone that has everything’, Clay County offers shopping with a small town feel and cheerful business owners.
Here’s a look at some of Clay County’s makers, shops, and local hot spots where you can shop ‘till you drop!
Local Bites and Eats
For those shopping for a bite of flavor, Clay County is home to many ‘makers’ showcasing their passion for local goods. At Yum – A Southern Market in Middleburg, shoppers are greeted with local baked goods, home décor and gifts and their signature item – pepper jelly. With twelve different flavors ranging from seasonal favorites Bourbon Peach Habanero pepper jelly and Blackberry Jalapeno to the popular Garlic pepper jelly and more – all varieties are small batch, handmade and packaged right inside the store. Make this your ‘go-to’ spot for teacher gifts this year!
Founded in 2011, Spring Park Coffee in Green Cove Springs quickly became a favorite within the community for serving residents freshly roasted coffees from its sister company, Brass Tacks Roasters. This local team prides itself on providing high quality coffee along with partnering with other coffee shops to provide goods too. From their breakfast blend to the Ethiopian Yirgacheffe Grain Pro with hints of honey and lemon, come in and pick up some coffee to take home with you as a souvenir.
If you’ve got a chocolate craving, stop by Peterbrooke Chocolatier with locations in both Oakleaf Town Center and in Fleming Island. Sample a bite of their signature chocolate popcorn and put together a variety of take-home treats like chocolate-covered pretzels, potato chips, strawberries and many, many more delicacies.
Gift cards from local restaurants also make a great gift for the holiday season. Stop by Mackie’s Munchies known for their Cajun and Southern delicacies and purchase a gift card, then hop over to Maggie D’s Ice Cream Shop where you can pick up a gift card for someone to enjoy ice cream, while you’re there pick yourself up a pint to go too! Pizza is always a welcome gift too – Tony’s Pizza at the Silo Shoppes also sells gift cards, making it a great gift for teens and families.
Home Décor and More
For deals on furniture and home décor, don’t miss visiting the Junque in the Trunk shop in Fleming Island. With new inventory coming into the shop daily, every visit is a new experience. At Annabelle’s Interiors, Inc. in Orange Park, shop from a variety of Lampe Berger lamps and fragrance oils, candle warmers, furniture and gourmet gifts. For your interior design needs, schedule a consultation with Annabelle herself! If you’re an antique shopper, the popular Now and Then Antique Mall in Middleburg welcomes visitors to take a walk-through time to shop unique items such as antiques, furniture and collectibles.
Founded in 2010, Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to communities and small businesses across the country. When customers shop locally, they aren’t just supporting a neighborhood find, they are also investing in our community.
So, gather your shopping list and get ready to shop ‘til you drop in Clay County. Learn more about small, local businesses in Clay County, visit www.ExploreClay.com.
