No Shipping Delays When Shopping Chester’s Small Businesses

CHESTER, NJ — The philosophy that what one needs is often right in their own backyard, has an even greater resonance for shoppers this holiday season.

With supply chain interruptions and escalating shipping costs, plus delays stressing many out, shoppers can instead bag up their stress and take their business to their downtowns, like Chester.

Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27, nestled between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, is a way to give business back to the lifeblood of every community across the nation, in local downtowns and small businesses.

The Historic Chester Business Association encourages shoppers to come spend the day in Chester, which boasts more than 80 boutique shops, as well as eateries with mouthwatering food and treats. From home decor, to jewelry to clothing to toys to pet products to one-of-a-kind gifts, people can likely find something for everyone on their list in Chester’s downtown.

Emmilee Wyatt, a spokesperson for the HCBA, said one of the perks for shoppers this year patronizing the HCBA destinations, is a free tote bag giveaway, while supplies last.

“Especially this year with the shipping delays, we think it is a great day to support our local member businesses and purchase great holiday gifts without the stress of shipping,” said Wyatt.

A highlight of the day in Chester’s downtown, Wyatt said, is the Strolling Dickens’ Manhattan Holiday Carolers, singing classics as they spend time downtown.

“It will be a very exciting day and weekend,” Wyatt said.

Before you go to Chester, be sure to check out the HCBA’s 2021-2022 Shopping and Dining Guide, which includes information about Chester’s shopping destinations and coupons.

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For a full list of HCBA establishments in Chester, visit www.ilovechester.com.

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