A ZipsGuide to
Shopping Small & Local In Akron
Announcing: A ZipsGuide shop small & local Holiday Market
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Artist Sunday...
How about a 'Made in the 330' Monday?
Save the date for A ZipsGuide 'shop small & local' Holiday Market! The market, featuring small, local artists, artisans, makers and crafters from the Akron-area (with a focus on downtown) will be held Monday, Dec. 2 from 2 to 7 p.m. in the Jean Hower Taber Student Union at 303 Carroll St. in Downtown Akron.
The event is free for vendors, community members and, of course, students. Parking on campus is easy using a QR code scanner or by pre-paying for your pass at: www.uakronpark.com.
The market will include dozens of vendors selling their wares pre-holiday; Hands-on crafting activities, Opportunities to donate to the Akron Foodbank, a doorprize raffle and more. Come find gifts for your family, friends, coworkers, puppy - or hey, yourself! No one's judging.
Promote your business with an ad or coupon in a booklet to be given to students (with valid ZipCard ID) at the market event.
For $50, businesses of any kind (including dining establishments, book sellers and all others), can promote their products and services in the ZipsGuide Coupon Book. For more information and to order an ad or coupon space, click here.
Explore ZipsGuide:
Browse all of the businesses featured in ZipsGuide and get to know your entrepreneurial neighbors. Money spent in small, local shops and services gets poured right back into the community - we love to see it!
Northside Marketplace is an incredible downtown small business incubator that anchors the Northside District, which is brimming with dining, entertainment and shopping.
Need a gift for mom or dad? Someone who loves experiences and doesn't need more 'stuff'? Our ZipsGuide Spotlights have you covered. We have a spotlight for many holidays, celebrations and occasions.
ZipsGuide is a community engaged course project in The University of Akron Public Relations program that strives to connect campus and community while encouraging shopping small and local.
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