from Elizabeth

In 2010, American Express designated the Saturday after Black Friday as a day to rally the community to support their local small businesses. This year, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Main Street and the Fredericksburg Department of Economic Development and Tourism are teaming up with downtown businesses to celebrate Small Business Saturday with an Early Riser event from 8am to 10am.

Balloons and red carpets will appear in front of participating businesses, many of which will be offering special incentives …