Black Friday might be good for your wallet, but Small Business Saturday may bring you more joy. This national day of support for local businesses was introduced in 2010 by American Express to help mom-and-pop stores struggling through the recession. It struck a chord with shoppers and is now embraced as the kinder, friendlier antidote to the bleak consumerism of Black Friday. The purpose is still to encourage spending, of course, but in a way that keeps dollars local and promotes the simple pleasure of person-to-person contact.

The following Clark County businesses and organizations are going the extra mile on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday to connect with their customers, offering events, workshops or activities beyond the usual discounts. This is not a comprehensive list but i

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