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Small shops get their shot at holiday sales on Small Business Saturday
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Aimee Slaick shops with her daughter Kailyn Slaick at District 101 Wearhouse in Gainesville. The Slaicks live in Nashville but were back in town for the holidays, and wanted to participate in Small Business Saturday on the square. - photo by Erin O. Smith
Everyone knows Black Friday is dominated by the name brand big-box retail titans. But Saturday is for the little guy, when Mom and Pop clothing stores, tiny boutiques and unique artisan shops welcome customers on Small Business Saturday. Several such small businesses on the Gainesville Square took part Saturday, providing deals and discounts to draw customers.