Shop Locally in Bowie on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

Small Business Saturday is on Nov. 24 this year, two days after Thanksgiving. It is a day for everyone to support the small businesses that their community thrives on.

American Express founded the day in 2010 to help small businesses get exposure during the holiday season, when they might be otherwise overlooked. With retailers buzzing around the holidays, it is important to support local small businesses that rely on their neighbors in order to continue prospering and building the local economy in Bowie.

Last year, 100 million people nationwide participated in Small Business Saturday by shopping at locally owned stores to help boost the economy and their communities.

Here are a few of the local shops and eateries participating in Small Business Saturday in Bowie:

Old Bowie Town Grille

The Pink Orchid Florist

Darlene's Special Keepsakes

Bill the Bookman

O and C Antique

Twelve Oaks Antiques

Green Candles

Mama Cocoa's Delights

Old Town Deli

Check here for the full list of Bowie particpants. 

You can also “like” Small Business Saturday on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/shopsmall.

Everyone has locally owned businesses in their community, and shopping on Small Business Saturday is the perfect way to give back to the businesses you know and love in your community.

TELL US: What small businesses do you patronize in your town and what makes them great? Share in the comments below.