Where to Shop Locally in West Islip on Small Business Saturday

Many people might be hitting up the big-box stores this Black Friday, but local residents can shop locally on Small Business Saturday this weekend.

During this day, residents are encouraged to support their hometown businesses by shopping at local stores on Saturday, November 26.

Several organizations have joined the national campaign, founded by American Express in 2010, declaring the Saturday after Thanksgiving every year as Small Business Saturday, which is a day dedicated to supporting the small businesses that create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country during one of the busiest shopping times of the year.

According to American Express, in 2014 consumers spent an estimated $14.3 billion at independent merchants on Small Business Saturday.

If you're looking for some places to shop or eat locally in West Islip, here's some local stores participating in Small Business Saturday:

• R and K Wireless - 420 Montauk Highway
• Ace Hardware - 448 Union Boulevard
• West Islip Wine and Liquor - 486 Union Boulevard
• Atlantis Diner - 350 Montauk Highway
• Roots - 399 Montauk Highway

For more information and a full list of local business visit: http://ShopSmall.com.