Building a Better Boyertown Announces "Shop Small Crawl" Prize Opportunity

by Jane Stahl

Ellen Martignetti, Building a Better Boyertown's Main Street Manager, announced a retail promotion happening titled"Shop Small Crawl."

Ellen explains, "We encourage you to shop downtown Boyertown, support our small business owners and explore our beautiful town. 

The promotion involves purchasing a limited edition reusable shopping tote designed by local artist Rachel Yoder and on sale now. Then, between August 1 and September 30, you are encouraged to shop at participating businesses during their normal business hours. (Totes sell for $20 and are available for pre-order through July 18, 2024.)

Ellen explains, "When you make a purchase, you will receive a collectable button to pin on your bag. Collect all 15 buttons on your tote and be entered into a drawing to win a prize. All the details are on how to order the tote and participate in the fun.  (Buttons can be purchased for $1 each.)

Participating businesses are Breezeway 1900 Jewelry & Gifts, Boyertown Brickworks, Deal Me in Games, Dice's Creative Cakes, Henny Faire Co., Funky Frets, Modellbahn Ott Hobbies, Revive Upscale Consignment Shop, Stellar House Gift Shop, Tim's Train Shop, The Book Nook, The Peppermint Stick Candy Store, Weidner's Deli, Zimmers Pet Shop, Taylor Backes Studio. (Stop by Building a Better Boyertown for a Bonus Pin!)

In her invitation, in addition to enjoying some"retail therapy" with friends, she encourages shoppers to enjoydining at one of Boyertown's "amazing restaurants."

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