Shop Faribault, MN - I GET IT! in Faribault - Shop Local
The goal of I GET IT! in Faribault is to increase local retail and service sales to thereby revitalize our area economy while creating a brighter future for our community.We encourage all Faribault businesses, organizations and residents to make an effort to buy more products and services locally. We are asking local businesses to pledge to shift 10% or more of their current spending out of the region back to vendors in our community.
I GET IT! has the double meaning of I understand it - how important it is to support local businesses and I BUY IT here locally as much as I can. Do YOU GET IT?
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I GET IT! in Faribault Tell Your Story - Submit A Picture Did You GET IT! in Faribault? Found something unique? Had a great meal at a local restaurant? Purchased a new car? Remodeled your home with a local contractor? Purchased new jewelry? Signed up for a great service? Found a shopping bargain? You get the idea... Tell us about it! Tell us what you think. Your ideas, thoughts and comments are appreciated. Some photos and stories will be posted in the I GET IT! in Faribault blog.
Faribo Emeralds Dance Team at Faribo Insurance
A sunny Saturday turned out to be a great day to shine up the classic car at the Faribault Emerald Dance Line car wash fundraiser held at Faribo Insurance Agency.
Glam Central Salon
In this soothing and up-scale salon, you'll be glamorized from head to beautiful toes! Give Sue, Melissa, Kathryn or Dede a call at Glam Central in downtown Faribault for tanning, manicures, pedicures, and a complete offering of hair services.
Divine Mercy Catholic School Students Get It!
Students are clad in red at the Faribault Heritage Days Parade! Students do community service projects all year long, and have been supporting our community since 1872! We have a tradition of getting the importance of local businesses and our connections with them as together we create a strong community.
Anna Dee’s Cafe – A Great Place for Breakfast or Lunch
Anna Dee's Cafe - A Great Place for Breakfast or Lunch There's no place like home... Unless it's Anna Dee's Cafe, where you'll be treated like family - maybe better! Stop in for home cooked breakfast and lunch, or sit a bit over coffee and good conversation.
Local Volleyball Teams Relax at Joe’s Sports Cafe
Faribault Sports Bar - Volleyball Teams Relax at Joe's Sports Cafe After a rousing night at the nets, Tom's Pro Glass volleyball team gets their second wind at Joe's Cafe, where Comedy, cocktails, and dining keep you entertained.
FHS Activities Director – Ken Hubert
There's no reason to be bored with all of the activities in the Faribault School District that are available to the public. Just ask Director Ken Hubert!
This group of crafty ladies had a great time at the Crafty Maven!
For this gathering of crafty ladies, Central Ave's Crafty Maven boutique was a treasure box of surprises. Stop in to see what's in store for you! Faribault Chamber Business Directory
The Clothes Closet
Bargain priced boutique clothing for the entire family! The Clothes Closet provides essential financial support for the Senior Center through the sale of gently-used, boutique quality clothing at bargain prices. Donations of high quality clothing are accepted and appreciated during regular business hours: Monday - Friday, 10a.m. to 4p.m. The Clothes Closet 325 Central Ave Faribault, MN 55021-5214 (507) 334-9242
Bloom Floral Designs
Discussing a flower arrangement at bloom Floral. Bloom Floral Designs is one of the Faribault area's most exciting and unique full-service florists.
The Sweet Spot
Marie serves-up a made-fresh dairy delight to Maria at The Sweet Spot. Of course, the homemade fudge is the second course!
Faribo Insurance – First Class Service
You'll be given first class service with the professionals at Faribo Insurance, where their full team of 14 agents will assist in planning for your specific insurance needs. Their beautifully remodeled office building is conveniently located on the corner of 7th St & Hwy 21 with ample ease of parking. Insurance Agency MN - Minnesota Insurance
Nelson’s Market Place Gets It!
Nelson's Market Place Gets It! For the past month Nelson's has been flying the I Get It in Faribault banner on its building. The Nelson's Market Place Tent sale will feature products from locally owned Hunt’s Produce! Some fresh produce to look forward to are; California Peaches & Nectarines California red or black Plumbs Fresh Watermelon Dole head lettuce
Erickson Furniture – “The Heart of the Home”
Just look at the sheen on this gorgeous desk! You can trust Mike Young at Erickson Furniture to be sure it's the perfect fit for your home or office.
Monte’s Steakhouse – All New Menu and Management
"Waiter, another round for my friends here!" Monte's - new management, new menu, same wonderful atmosphere. Casual dining at it's finest, especially with a friend like this!
Paddingtons Seed & Feed
The recently installed Paddingtons signs from Brushwork would have received two "thumbs up" from the store's namesake, but since this cute pooch lacks those opposing digits, we'll settle for two fluffy, dangling paws! Be sure to stop out and visit Paddington and his assistant Deb at Faribault's newest pet supply store on Lyndale Avenue just north of Joe's Cafe.
Sweet Spot Candies
I pick up great fudge and treats for my customers from Sweet Spot Candies! Everyone loves getting the treats, and I love the chance to talk with Marie when I stop in!
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
It's great picking up our prescriptions from local pharmacists like Dr. Bill Boyes and Dr. Kevin Teich at Hy-Vee Pharmacy. And they provide "extras", like the wealth of information on this display about strokes. They care enough to want to help their customers prevent problems. Wow! Kathleen Jansen
Nelson’s Market Place
It's great to be greeted by name when I walk in to Nelson's! Ron knows where to lead me to the ice cream, or any of their other great products. Kathleen Jansen
Fit for Life Fitness Center at the Faribault Area Business Expo
Sheila Rolling of Fit for Life Fitness Center has an impromptu discussion about motivation and staying fit at the Faribault Area Business Expo with Amy Morgan from Amy's Massage Therapy. Amy took Sheila up on her offer of a free trial membership at her club.
Faribault Veterinary Clinic
Faribault Veterinary Clinic - The experienced vets like Dr. Marv Trandem and the rest of the staff at Faribault Vet Clinic will make any pet feel like they're top dog! Kathleen Jansen
That Scrapbooking Place
These ladies GET IT! at That Scrapbooking Place - Amy Gedike, Liz Johnston, and Terry Miller working on their projects at a "Clean & Simple Scrapbooking" event.
Kids Avenue Learning Center
Kids Avenue is a great place where you can trust your children will be well taken care of, and will come home happy!
Bashers – A Great Place to Relax!
Bashers - A Great Place to Relax! While at Basher's Sports Bar & Grill, two able bodied patrons debate an evening's options. Try for a turkey on the lanes? Maybe a few sets and bumps at the nets? Nah, a few bumps at the bar instead. Basher's has it all! Great atmosphere, great food, great fun all around.
Annie-Belle Creations is a little like time traveling!
A favorite trip for Mary Utpadel, with her young friend Bethany.
Faribault Jeweler – Douglas Diamonds
Douglas Diamonds keeps me shining! They're a family owned and operated jewelry store I can trust with my jewelry and my business. Kathleen Jansen
Depot Bar & Grill
[caption id="attachment_1083" align="alignnone" width="588" caption="Depot Bar & Grill - Bethlehem Academy- Class of 1979"][/caption] For their 30th reunion this summer, the Bethlehem Academy Class of 1979 enjoyed the fabulous hospitality of the staff, and the wonderful atmosphere, at the Depot Restaurant in historic downtown Faribault.
Faribault Dairy
I love to Say Cheese - especially when it's my favorite cheeses made here in Faribault by Jeff Jirik and the gang! Here Beth Sammon shows a wheel of blue cheese like I bought last month - still working on that one! Kathleen Jansen
Boston’s Gourmet Pizza
Local students, Nathan, Hannah, Maria, Jason, and Madi enjoy an afternoon snack at Boston's after school.
Humfeld Chiropractic – “Hip N’ Hop Day”
Morgan K followed the bunny trail to Humfeld Chiropractic during Faribault's Hip N' Hop Day. Dr. Lisa is assisting the Easter bunny in passing out treats.
Blue Print for Mainstreet
In the photo is Jason Reher (seated) Committee Chair of the Heritage Celebration Back Home Days, with Executive Producer Brad Utpadel (reviewing the script) and Emmy award winning Videographer Dave Clobes. This blue screen video shoot was for the cable show promoting Heritage days in Faribault by Blueprint for Main Street, . Catch BFMS the cable show daily on Charter Channel 14 M/F-6:30-7pm S/S 10:30-11am or visit their website as the cable show is streamed in its entirety at Blueprint for Main Street . Blueprint For Main Street (BFMS) is a video marketing company using multiple marketing vehicles; video, Charter cable, E-Newsletters, ...
Faribo Farm and Home
Faribo Farm and Home is great at offering personal service. I've been going there so frequently over the last few years that the staff generally knows my order without me having to tell them. They also know my vehicle, so by the time I have paid for my merchandise they have it loaded into my car and I'm ready to go. Dan is awesome!
I GET IT! in Faribault
Depot Bar & Grill
Depot Bar & Grill - Bethlehem Academy- Class of 1979 For their 30th reunion this...
The Clothes Closet
Bargain priced boutique clothing for the entire family! The Clothes Closet provides...
Sweet Spot Candies
I pick up great fudge and treats for my customers from Sweet Spot Candies! Everyone...
Nelson’s Market Place
It’s great to be greeted by name when I walk in to Nelson’s! Ron knows...
FHS Activities Director – Ken Hubert
There’s no reason to be bored with all of the activities in the Faribault...
Faribault Dairy
I love to Say Cheese – especially when it’s my favorite cheeses made...
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Faribault Jeweler – Douglas Diamonds
Douglas Diamonds keeps me shining! They’re a family owned and operated jewelry...
Faribault Veterinary Clinic
Faribault Veterinary Clinic – The experienced vets like Dr. Marv Trandem and...
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
It’s great picking up our prescriptions from local pharmacists like Dr. Bill...
Kids Avenue Learning Center
Kids Avenue is a great place where you can trust your children will be well taken...
Divine Mercy Catholic School Students Get It!
Students are clad in red at the Faribault Heritage Days Parade! Students do community...
Faribo Farm and Home
Faribo Farm and Home is great at offering personal service. I’ve been going...
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Easter Egg Hunt and Activities Around TownSaturday April 11 is filled with Easter Fun! Shattuck-St. Mary’s School community Easter Egg Hunt begins at 10:30. After the hunt, guests are invited to the Shattuck gym where music groups will perform. Easter Egg Hunt at Central Park, sponsored by Nelson’s Market Place begins at 11 am. Hip N’ Hop maps for the downtown promotion... [Read more of this review]
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