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Where Can I Buy Local?

The official kick off of the holiday shopping season, Black Friday, is only a week away! Don’t rush off to a big box retailer or the mall to fight for a flat screen, instead tour your local neighborhood for great finds. The impact of buying locally this holiday season is huge! It matters.

Think that sounds like a great idea but you’re not sure where to shop? Here is a link to Local First Arizona’s Business Directory, where you many small businesses throughout Arizona.

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Happy Hunting!

Laboratory5 Inc is a local business based out of Tempe, Arizona – we love and support our local community! Shop Local This holiday Season! xoxo – All of us at Lab5

 

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Why Buy Local?

Why is buying local so important you might be asking? It greatly impacts the economy and there is evidence to prove it. Need research and proof? We found this great infographic that breaks it all down for you. So take a look and buy local!

Also, support Arizona’s Local Advocacy Organization – Local First Arizona.

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CustomMade Buying Local Infographic

Why Buying Local is Worth Every Cent Infographic by CustomMade

 

Laboratory5 Inc is a local business based out of Tempe, Arizona – we love and support our local community! Shop Local This holiday Season! xoxo – All of us at Lab5

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Buy Local Arizona – Let’s Go Shopping

Picture of some fun Items from their Instagram Account

Featured Store:

Frances

Located at: 10 West Camelback Phoenix AZ 85013  602 279.5467 

http://francesvintage.com/

Gearing up for your holiday shopping? Buy local this year and support one of our favorite stores, Frances. We love the all the cute little handmade necklaces and bracelets they have, its a great place to check out gifts for your gal palz. They also sell clothes, books, and other handmade items . If your in downtown Phoenix check out this little local gem and find the perfect gift or stocking stuffer while supporting our local economy.

Also, support Arizona’s Local Advocacy Organization – Local First Arizona.

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Laboratory5 Inc is a local business based out of Tempe, Arizona – we love and support our local community! Shop Local This holiday Season!

xoxo – All of us at Lab5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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