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Small Business 2012

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Business of the Week: Bretts Luggage & Gifts

Highlighting a local business every week.

Welcome to our weekly Business of the Week feature, where we highlight a business in town. All businesses we highlight are listed in our business directory. This week's spotlight is on Bretts Luggage & Gifts. Bretts Luggage & Gifts sells all kinds of luggage for business, men, women and children, designer, sports-related and economical purposes. Also for sale are travel accessories and umbrellas as well as luggage repair services. Is your business listed on Sudbury Patch? If so, did you know you can claim that listing? It's free to do and we have a great video that explains the process. And don't forget to rate and review the businesses on Sudbury Patch. Here's how. Want to be considered for our Business of the Week series? Simply claim …

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Business of the Week: Infinite Ensembles

Highlighting a local business every week.

Welcome to our weekly Business of the Week feature, where we highlight a business in town. All businesses we highlight are listed in our business directory. This week's spotlight is on Infinite Ensembles. Infinite Ensembles offers various fashion support services to clients in Sudbury and surrounding areas. Services include wardrobe consulting, closet organizing, personal shopping, and more. Is your business listed on Sudbury Patch? If so, did you know you can claim that listing? It's free to do and we have a great video that explains the process. And don't forget to rate and review the businesses on Sudbury Patch. Here's how. Want to be considered for our Business of the Week series? Simply claim your directory listing or send a note to …

Monday, November 26, 2012

Rate this Business: Sudbury Farms

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Welcome to Rate this Business, a weekly feature on Sudbury Patch where we ask you to rate and review a local business. This week we've chosen Sudbury Farms. Simply click on the link to add your own rating and a review. Sudbury Farms (part of Roche Bros.) is a supermarket aiming to offer the highest quality produce and products available. Inside the supermarket, there is a full-service buffet bar, butcher, bakery, flower stand, deli and wine and beer aisle. Just inside the front entrance is a bottle return area. Upon check-out, Sudbury's staff carries groceries back to the customers' cars. To learn more about this local business, rate it and review it, click here. Let the owner and your neighbors know what you think. Interested in having …

Saturday, November 24, 2012

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

Start your holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday.

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 Sudbury. Here are some Sudbury businesses participating: Click here to find other participating Sudbury businesses. Last year, 100 million people nationwide participated in Small Business Saturday by shopping at locally owned stores to help …

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Business of the Week: Performing Arts Connection

Highlighting a local business every week.

Welcome to our weekly Business of the Week feature, where we highlight a business in town. All businesses we highlight are listed in our business directory. This week's spotlight is on The Performing Arts Connection. The Performing Arts Connection is a full service dance and performing arts school for children, teenagers, and adults. Classes are offered through programs, workshops and private instruction. Class topics include creative movement, pointe, musical theater, acting, voice, youth musicals, competition dance teams, an adult glee club, recording studio workshops, summer theater programs, vacation theater programs, celebrity master classes, parent seminars, adult classes and more. Is your business listed on Sudbury Patch? If so, did…

Monday, November 19, 2012

VIDEO: Sudbury Resident Takes Over Hudson Pizzeria

Nick Chunias has plans of possibly expanding Juliana's into his hometown.

Ihatenick

12:06 pm on Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Can I come in, order 500 pizza's and not pay for them? You were very successful with this business model in your past. You ran up 12 million dollars worth of debt that you defaulted on. Leaving countless companies holding the bag for your misconduct. Great business man!   more ›

Rate this Business: Jazzercise Sudbury

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Welcome to Rate this Business, a weekly feature on Sudbury Patch where we ask you to rate and review a local business. This week we've chosen Jazzercise Sudbury. Simply click on the link to add your own rating and a review. Jazzercise Sudbury at Fairbank Community Center is located at 40 Fairbank Road. A 60-minute Jazzercise class offers a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, kickboxing, yoga and Latin-style movements set to a wide selection of popular music. Each class includes a warm-up, high energy aerobic routines, muscle toning and cool down stretch segment for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. To learn more about this local business, rate it and review it, click here. Let the owner and your neighbors know …

Charles Brawnyson

7:56 pm on Friday, February 22, 2013

Jazzercise ia so much fun! It's one of those perfect gifts for women in natick.   more ›

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Business of the Week: Bonnie's Bootcamp

Highlighting a local business every week.

Welcome to our weekly Business of the Week feature, where we highlight a business in town. All businesses we highlight are listed in our business directory. This week's spotlight is on Bonnie's Bootcamp. Founded by Sudbury resident Bonnie Morrissey, Bonnie's Bootcamp is an exercise program offering 45-minute strength and cardio training for students of all ages and skill levels. In addition to exercise, the program encourages healthy eating for full body health. For registration information, visit the Bonnie's Bootcamp website. Is your business listed on Sudbury Patch? If so, did you know you can claim that listing? It's free to do and we have a great video that explains the process. And don't forget to rate and review the businesses on …

Kathy

8:29 am on Wednesday, November 14, 2012

This class is a great whole body exercise program and Bonnie is GREAT at helping and encouraging people new to, or rediscovering working out! Give it a try you'll feel better and look better!!   more ›

TELL US: Should Mass. Blue Laws Be Eliminated?

Blue laws prohibit retailers from opening before midnight on Black Friday.

Black Friday is starting earlier than ever, as some national retailers have announced they will open the night of Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 22. However, here in Massachusetts, state blue laws prohibit stores from opening until midnight, according to an article in the Boston Globe.  Current blue laws prohibit retailers in the state from opening on Thanksgiving, thus preventing them from getting an early start on Black Friday sales, according to the Globe article. Some exceptions are restaurants, health care facilities and gas stations.  The laws, instituted in the 17th century, are intended to make sure holidays are properly observed, according to the Boston Globe.  Are Massachusetts' blue laws outdated? Should they be eliminated? Tell …

Nathan

9:56 am on Thursday, November 22, 2012

Yes, most stores should close Thanksgiving. No, the government shouldn't be dictating that they have to. The LAW part of this is outdated!   more ›

Monday, November 12, 2012

Rate this Business: Cloud Nine Toys

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Welcome to Rate this Business, a weekly feature on Sudbury Patch where we ask you to rate and review a local business. This week we've chosen Cloud Nine Toys. Simply click on the link to add your own rating and a review. Cloud Nine Toys has been in the neighborhood for 30 years, selling "creative quality toys for all ages." The large store has a great selection of toys, games and materials for kids, including science kits, slot car sets, dress up clothes, action figures, board games, battery operated toys, legos, puzzles, crafts and hobbies tools and sets, stuffed animals, and more. Cloud Nine offers an in-store gift registry and complimentary gift wrapping. To learn more about this local business, rate it and review it, click here. Let …

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