With small business Saturday coming up next weekend, we thought it would be a good time to recognize some AMAZING locally-owned businesses here in the Corridor! We asked listeners about their favorites, and here are some of the responses:
Great Locally-Owned Shops in the Corridor to Buy Christmas Gifts
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FULL LIST
- The Funky Zebras Boutique
- 102 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
- Sells women’s clothing, jewelry, shoes, & accessories
- Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Staged Dwellings
- 1107 7th Ave, Marion
- Sells home decor, gifts, accents, and candles
- Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Amana General Store
- 4423 220th Trail, Amana
- Sells gourmet foods, home decor, candles, kitchenware, coffee & tea, gifts, Christmas decor, toys, books, soaps, and accessories
- Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Sidekick Coffee & Books
- 1310 1/2 Melrose Ave, Iowa City
- Sells books
- Open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. & Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Local Craft Cellar
- 7085 C Ave NE, Cedar Rapids
- Sells craft beer, wine, spirits, and locally-made products
- Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- The Purple Wagon
- 1107 7th Ave, Marion
- Sells baby clothes, accessories, toys, books, bath & body, arts & crafts, and blankets
- Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Market on Pearl
- 109 Pearl St, Shellsburg
- Sells home decor, jewelry, shoes, accessories, candles, wine, and kitchenware
- Open Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Luxe Boutique
- 462 1st Ave, Coralville
- Sells women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories
- Open Tuesday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Marion Chocolate Shop
- 1244 7th Ave, Marion
- Sells chocolates, creams, caramels, toffees, truffles, hot fudge, and gift boxes
- Open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery
- 1441 Marak Rd NW, Swisher
- Sells wine, whiskey, glassware, and gift baskets
- Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. & Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Cameron and Henkle Creek
- 103 W 4th St, Vinton
- Sells clothing, accessories, jewelry, home decor, kitchenware, and shoes
- Open Monday through Wednesday and Friday/Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Whiffle Tree Mercantile
- 116 South Cedar St, Monticello
- Sells candy, toys, kitchenware, home decor, gourmet food, clothing, accessories, and mixes/seasoning
- Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Handmade Holiday Store
- Lindale Mall, Cedar Rapids
- Sells gifts and holiday decor from local makers
- Open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., & Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Vault Boutique
- 76 2nd St. SE, Swisher
- Sells women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, home decor, and beauty supplies
- Open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Glyn Mawr Winery-The Local
- 103 1st St. NW, Mount Vernon
- Sells home decor, clothing, jewelry, bath & body, candles, and wine/beer
- Open Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., & Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- 223 Baby Co
- 21 S Dubuque St, Iowa City
- Sells baby clothes, toys, games, books, accessories, blankets, and supplies
- Open Sunday through Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. & Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Market 113 on Main
- 116 E Main, Anamosa
- Sells clothing, home decor, furniture, accessories, and jewelry
- Open Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Next Page Books
- 1105 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids
- Sells books
- Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. & Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- SCOUT of marion
- 725 11th St, Marion
- Sells home decor, kitchenware, bath & body, candles, accessories, toys, and journals
- Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- SOKO Outfitters
- 41 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
- Sells outdoor apparel, hiking & camping gear, pet accessories, coolers, drinkware, shoes, backpacks, and outdoor accessories
- Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. & Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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