December 10, 2007

Shop smart this holiday

By Francine Principe,
RDA Coordinator
Special to the Times

If you want to save time and money this holiday—shop local!

Something for everyone is offered at downtown Campbell’s Embellishes. Photos by Francine Principe

Campbell residents are very fortunate to have such a great selection of retail stores in their home town. From large, national and discount stores to charming locally owned shops that carry unique hand-crafted items; and all are so close to home. Plus the convenience of shopping in Campbell will save you money on gas and time for something more pleasurable, since you won’t be stuck in endless traffic jams.

Shopping locally also helps to keep your nearby businesses “in business” and 1 percent of the sales tax on your purchase goes into Campbell’s general fund to provide you with the desired services that make Campbell such a great community.

And if this still isn’t benefit enough, shopping smart will keep our air cleaner by reducing the carbon impact from gas emitted from vehicles into our environment.

It is never too late to make smart changes, especially the ones that can benefit you the most. So make it a habit to shop Campbell and support the businesses which make Campbell “special” to ensure a Happy New Year for all!

Downtown Campbell features over 33 retail stores, 10 galleries and 23 restaurants.