The Guide to Small Business Saturday
With hundreds of Members, and thousands in our community attending events or engaging online, Small Business Saturday has become a holiday here at BostonYPA. While only some of us own businesses, we’re a community that supports each other. There is more to the season the just gifting, and while ome of our Members are hosting “Black Friday” deals, or offering special discounts this year we’re not just highlighting where to shop at. As you season unfolds consider the products and services listed below, and you’ll be supporting at least one person in our local community.
Freedom Boat Club’s Annual New Member Event
Do you dream of owning your own boat? Want to spend more time on the water entertaining friends and business colleagues? Freedom Boat Club is your answer - with 250 boats available from Boston to Cape Cod for members to use, you select the boat you want to rent for the day, and just walk aboard. All of the maintenance, storage, cleaning, and insurance is done for you.
The Club’s one time entry fee is 50% off during this annual promotion, and you have the opportunity to lock in on the 2023 monthly dues rate, before the increase in 2024. If you've been thinking about the club for a while, now is the time to join! They’ve grown every year and will surpass 275 boats at their 20 locations in 2024.
Contact Matt at mpaolo@freedomboatclub.com to learn more about Membership options, and mention you’re part of BostonYPA
Do you deep fry turkeys?
The holidays are a time for family, gratitude, and risky behavior in the kitchen. Before you plug all 8 appliances into the surge protector from 1994, call Doug at Duffy Insurance. Make sure your renters or homeowners insurance is ready for 2024. Doug just had a baby, so let’s send him all the business we can! Duffy insurance has set up discounts for our community and work with several carriers so you get the coverage for your needs - but maybe don’t mention your backyard turkey antics.
Working late and not sitting up straight? Winter Aches and Pains?
Working late and not sitting up straight? Boston Marathon training has begun, but everything hurts after mile 2? Want a healthier lifestyle, but don’t have hours for the gym?
Meet Schuyler Archambault, physical therapist and personal trainer who owns Arch Physical Therapy and Fitness in Back Bay and can meet virtually anywhere. She works with busy desk professionals who have back pain, want to build strength, lose weight or learn to live a healthier lifestyle. Does this sound like you? Book a free consultation with this link!
Stop Swiping and Start Meeting!
Tired of the ghosting, phishing, and having to juggle 30 conversations, all of which go nowhere? BostonYPA’s answer for the singles in our community began with an occasional event. Growing popularity and a demand we couldn’t meet through the BostonYPA calendar led to Boston Single Mingle - with up to a dozen events each month designed to help singles connect BostonYPA style, we’ve created jobs and supported businesses while consistently receiving feedback that we deliver events and services superior to the national options.
Events, where you have all the Laughs (and save $)
If you’ve ever planned an event, you know it’s A LOT more work than your guests see. The food, the beverages, not to mention the cleaning, the set up, and more cleaning. Want entertainment or an activity? Block off days of prep and planning.
To your rescue, Alycia Brain who organizes events for 6 venues. She does all the work, while you can take all the credit. She is so much fun to work with (we know from experience!) and you can save $500 off an event at Laugh Boston or Improve Asylum when you email aly@laughboston.com with code: LAUGH BYP
A Gift that becomes a Forever Piece
The word “Kismet” means fate, or destiny, in multiple languages including English, Turkish, Bosnian, Urdu, Farsi, Arabic, and more! Mina Hassan chose this name after losing her brother, and believes his energy is what led her to start the brand.
The Kismet Reserve is a brand that not only sells vintage and pre-owned jewelry, but aims to give customers their “forever pieces”, the pieces that they’ll hand down to their future children. There’s nothing more special than finding your “signature” piece in a sustainable fashion as well! In a world filled with fast fashion and constant trend cycles, you can choose a gift that is a sustainable luxury. New pieces drop regularly, shop here.
Glam Up for all your celebrations
Boston Makeup Artist Creative Contour By Carla, LLC., offers Makeup services for weddings, special events, personal Makeup Shopping, Makeup classes, and more! Whether you want to glam up for a holiday for your holiday celebrations, or relax and pamper yourself for your next holiday gathering, Carla wants to give you the celebrity treatment and find your most beautiful look.
After nearly a decade of experience, you can sit in Carla’s chair for a relaxing and pampering experience. Find you new favorite look
For all of your shopping and service needs, please check you local options first. In addition to supporting our local businesses and economy, your purchase could be as impactful as putting food on your neighbor’s plate.
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