The Holidays are almost here, and there’s no better way to show support for our community and find thoughtful gifts than by shopping locally. Whether you live in The Delta Apartments, or live near downtown Elkhart, you’re surrounded by a variety of boutique shops, top notch food and drink places, and fun local spots that make gift-giving a joy. Below are some top picks for places to explore this holiday season.
Main Street Elkhart Boutique Finds
Coco & Common
This boutique on Main Street in Elkhart offers a mix of stylish accessories and gifts, perfect for someone on your list who appreciates something unique. Shopping at Coco & Common helps support local and small businesses, while also giving you a chance to grab something distinctive, rather than mass produced gifts.
Chained Melody
Another boutique on Main Street, Chained Melody is a great pick for those seeking jewelry, including permanent bracelets, piercings, or items that feel more personalized. This is the perfect shop for those looking for a gift that has meaning behind it.
Main Street Mercantile
For gifts oriented towards home decor, such as candles, decorative pillows, artisan pieces, Main Street Mercantile is the place to go. This shop offers a curated collection from Elkhart artists, perfect for helping you go beyond the ordinary.
Right at The Delta: Convenient & Thoughtful
Gift Cards for Navarre Hospitality Group: These gift cards are good at any of the 3 restaurants: Amici, Bird in the Hand, and The Jackson Rooftop. Purely Pressed gift cards are also available.
Discover Local Treats and Gifts Around Elkhart
J & B Home Décor and Gifts
J & B offers a wide variety of home decor items, perfect as a gift or as a treat for yourself. There’s something for everyone here, including goods and items to host for the holidays, making it easy to add some personal style to a home.
Martin’s Super Market (Floral Department)
For those looking for quick, readily available gifts like fresh flowers, seasonal arrangements, cards, or small tokens, this is a great stop. Items from Martin’s Super Market make nice additions to gift baskets or enhance your main present.
Pumpkinvine Cyclery
Shopping for those with an active lifestyle can be difficult. Pumpkinvine Cyclery makes shopping for these individuals easy, offering an array of bike accessories, cycling gear, or a simple gift card.
Why Shopping Local Matters
Shopping locally isn’t just convenient; it helps build a healthy community. By taking advantage of your convenient local shops, you’re supporting local businesses, strengthening the neighborhood, and creating new experiences. Every purchase you make in downtown Elkhart is an investment in the region’s vitality.
For Someone Who Has Everything, Consider Inspiring Good
When shopping for someone who already has everything, consider the gift of impact, donating in their honor to a cause that uplifts others. A contribution to the Community Foundation of Elkhart County not only celebrates your loved one but also helps inspire good across the Elkhart County community.
Use this holiday season as an opportunity to put together thoughtful gifts. Contact us If you are thinking about joining the community. Happy shopping, and happy holidays!