Blog — Small Business Support

3 Ways to Love Your Local This Valentine’s Day

3 Ways to Love Your Local This Valentine’s Day This Valentine’s Day, show some love where it matters most—right in your own community! Small businesses are the heart of Essex, CT, and this weekend, we’re celebrating with our Love Your Local event. Whether you’re shopping, dining, or simply spreading kindness, every action helps support the local businesses that make our town special. Join us this Saturday in Essex, CT, for a day filled with shopping, giveaways, and community fun! Plus, enter for a chance to win a $100 Grace & Haven gift card by sharing what you love about your...

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Women enjoying a local community event at Grace & Haven in Essex, CT, supporting small businesses and fostering connections during the winter season.

Embrace Community This Winter: Support Local Businesses and Events in Connecticut

How to Support Local Businesses and Events During Winter As winter settles in, it’s the perfect time to rally around the small businesses and events that make our Connecticut communities unique. January can be a slower season for local shops and artisans, so your support now matters more than ever. Whether it’s shopping at charming boutiques like Grace & Haven in Essex, enjoying a cozy meal at a local café, or attending a winter workshop, simple actions can create lasting impacts. Discover how you can make a difference, build connections, and keep our towns vibrant this season. Read more: Supporting...

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