The Asheville area has long nurtured local makers, neighborhood shops and other small businesses, creating a welcoming, supportive spot for unique independent establishments to thrive. As the holiday season ramps up amid continued Hurricane Helene recovery, it’s never been a better time to choose local and bolster small businesses across Western North Carolina as they work to get back on their feet.
Why support local, especially now
Weeks without power and water following the late September storm proved crippling to so many local independent shops, restaurants and artists in the Asheville area, many of whom depend on the busy fall season for much of their business. Supporting Asheville-area local businesses, especially now, can help the economy, the environment and the community, as the region continues to come back from Helene. Here are some other reasons to shop local this holiday season:
Economic impact: Asheville and Western N.C.’s local businesses create jobs in the region, which can help reduce unemployment and improve economic stability. They also contribute revenue, products and services to the local economy.
Environmental impact: Supporting Asheville’s local businesses can reduce your carbon footprint because they often source from local makers. This also translates to minimal transportation and packaging waste.
Community impact: Local businesses can help build strong communities across Western N.C. by keeping town centers vibrant. Such small businesses often also contribute charitable and innovative work to the community.
It’s never been easier to shop local in Asheville
Shopping local in Asheville can be as easy as strolling up to your neighborhood bookstore, music shop or eatery, all brimming with locally created items for everyone on your gift list. From local vinyl at West Asheville’s Harvest Records or downtown’s Static Age; to the latest local reads from Bagatelle Books in West Asheville, or Malaprops downtown; to local makers’ products at West Asheville’s Provisions; to the latest homemade spreads and jams from Biscuit Head or Sunny Point in West Asheville; to the wide array of local art at studios, both permanent and pop-up, in the River Arts District, there’s no shortage of local shopping options in Asheville.
But supporting local in Western N.C. doesn’t stop at the shop; you can also show love after you’ve made your purchases. Consider spreading the word about local businesses on social media; referring friends and family – even out-of-town ones – to local makers (https://always.exploreasheville.com/love-asheville); leaving positive reviews for local businesses online; and even volunteering or partnering with local organizations that support small businesses and entrepreneurship such as the Asheville Chamber of Commerce or Mountain BizWorks (https://www.mountainbizworks.org).
As one of Asheville’s local businesses, Mosaic Realty values your support, and we encourage you to choose local as often as possible. For information about real estate in Asheville and Western N.C., please contact us at Info@MyMosaicRealty.com, or call us anytime at 828-707-9556.
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