Small Business Saturday Scheduled

"Lititz would not be Lititz without the downtown merchants," said Rebecca Branle, executive director of Venture Lititz. "They are the heartbeat of our community and the center of our town."

Small Business Saturday will be held on Nov. 27, and Lititz welcomes shoppers to celebrate locally. Branle said that although the merchants of Lititz really kicked off the holiday season on Nov. 12 when the monthly Second Friday event was held, the busy shopping day following Black Friday is a special day in town. "Our merchants focus purely on helping customers," said Branle. "They will be decked out in all their holiday best, many will have specials, and they will be festive and ready to go."

Branle noted that free parking will be offered from Wednesday, Nov. 24 through Monday, Dec. 27, courtesy of the chief of police and the Lititz Borough.

"What's really amazing about (Lititz merchants) is that they are residents just like us," remarked Branle, who noted that merchants have a stake in the local economy. To really learn how much Lititz has to offer, Branle challenged herself a few years back to do all her Christmas shopping in the borough. "I looked up everything Lititz had to offer, and I was easily able to get something for everyone on my list, and it was probably the best gift giving I have ever done," noted Branle, who said she was amazed at the depth of offerings in the quaint town. She pointed out the framed paintings at The Timber House, calling them "breathtaking," she also noted cooking lessons at Zest would be a unique gift, and she listed several places where beautiful sweaters may be purchased.

In addition to distinctive gifts, Branle noted that a visit to Lititz can provide a special experience. Stores, restaurants, and picturesque sights offer a memorable day. "At some moment, you will look at something and take a deep breath and absorb the beauty," she said. "It could be a display in a store, the architecture of our buildings and shops, or it could be Lititz Springs Park. There's that aspect of shopping in downtown Lititz that feels like you're giving yourself a treat."

More information about Lititz events may be found at https://lititzpa.com/event-calendar.