In case you don’t get all your shopping done on Friday…

Now there’s Small Business Saturday for all your holiday shopping needs!

(And yes, Cyber Monday is still in full effect as well. That’s my kinda shopping. In my PJs, at my computer, avoiding all the crazies.)

This Saturday, November 27 is the first ever Small Business Saturday, a national movement to drive shoppers to local merchants across the U.S. to support the local businesses that create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country.

In honor of the occasion, here are a few picks from my favorite local stores.

For the gourmand in your life

Hill’s Kitchen is your one-stop shop for all things kitchen. And the must-have on everyone’s list this holiday season is the Soda Stream. Who wouldn’t want to make their own root beer at home?

For the beauty queen

You’ve heard about Vajazzling, right? Skin Beauty Lounge on Barracks Row now offers the service, so treat her to a gift certificate for the service. (And why not book yourself a post-holiday massage, too?)

For the caffeine addict

Head over to Sova Espresso & Wine for some Intelligentsia coffee. (Which I can personally vouch for as DELICIOUS! I checked out Intelligentsia in Chicago last week and it’s fan-freakin’-tastic!)

So join the movement, spread the word!

For more info, visit http://www.smallbusinesssaturday.com/