Dear Neighbor,

As the holiday rush begins in earnest, I wanted to let you know that Saturday, Nov. 29 is the date of this year’s Small Business Saturday. Started in 2010, Small Business Saturday aims to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for our community. In 2012, Americans spent $5.5 billion on Small Business Saturday, directly putting money into local economies by supporting businesses often owned and operated by our friends and neighbors. As the season of giving starts, please remember to support these important members of our community.

As always, it is an honor to represent you and your family in the Massachusetts Senate.

Senator Brian A. Joyce