November 30 – Celebrate Small Business Saturday in York!
Start your holiday shopping by supporting York’s vibrant small business community this November 30! Small Business Saturday promises an exciting variety of events and promotions at participating local businesses.
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Stop by Mack’s Golden Grounds from 10 a.m. to noon for a pop-up event with coffee and unique deals. McLean Beef will serve breakfast and lunch and will allow shoppers to create their own gift boxes for a personalized touch. Mr. Dukes Mercantile will be doing a fun Koozie promotion, and the Sun Theater invites families to a screening of “The Greatest Showman” for one dollar. To add to the Christmas magic, Wagner Decorating will be hosting Santa Claus for children and families to come together. The York Chamber team will set up, serve hot cider and offer light activities for children.
The Chamber will again distribute thousands of dollars in gift cards for participating businesses to give out. Shoppers who spend $20 or more can receive a thank you bag containing a gift card to a local business (while supplies last). Keep an eye out for the coveted golden ticket inside some bags, offering a gift card valued at over $50! To allow as many shoppers as possible to receive these bags, guests are encouraged to accept only one thank you bag for the day.
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Holiday Rewards Program Returns
From November 21 to December 18, the Holiday Rewards Program gives shoppers even more reasons to support Chamber businesses. For every $10 spent, customers can enter to earn Camera Cards by uploading their receipts to yorkchamber.org. Special days with point value and additional contest rules are also posted on the website. The excitement will peak on December 19th from 7-8am, when winners will be drawn live on KOOL Radio! Take advantage of this opportunity and support local businesses this season.
Santa will make several appearances at his Holiday Hut on December 5, 12, and 19 from 5 to 7 p.m., as well as December 7, 14, and 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Santa’s Spanish-speaking helpers will join him . on December 5, 7, 14 and 19 to make everyone feel at home during this beloved annual tradition.
Increase enthusiasm for the January Jubilee!
Reimagined from the traditional Chamber Banquet, the January 2025 Jubilee promises an evening of fun and fellowship on January 17 at York’s Holthus Convention Centre. The event begins with a social hour from 5 to 6 pm, followed by a delicious dinner and culminates with a lively trivia night. On-site child care, provided by York County 4-H, will make it easy for families to join in the celebration. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable evening filled with community spirit!
February Outdoor Living & Lifestyle Expo – Your one-stop shop for what’s available in York!
Join us at the York Lifestyle & Outdoor Living Expo on Saturday, February 15, from 8am to 3pm. This exciting event will showcase companies focused on home and outdoor living, plus a variety of other companies and organizations highlighting ways to make your life more comfortable. Sponsored by Union Bank and Trust, which will provide a shredder truck, and Midwest Bank, which will host an electronics drop-off, the Expo is packed with activities for all ages.
York FFA students will start the morning with a pancake, starting at 8am, while guests explore booths offering everything from kitchen upgrades to wellness services. Admission is free, making it easy for anyone to explore products and services to improve all aspects of their lives.
Companies and organizations interested in exhibiting can register for a booth at a discounted rate of $175, while non-member rates are $225. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to secure your place at York’s premier home and lifestyle exhibition! Go to https://yorkchamber.org/lifestyle-and-outdoor-living-expo/ to register.
Celebrate the season, support local businesses, and join York Chamber events for holiday fun, community involvement, and home improvement inspiration.