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The holidays are right around the corner, and there is still plenty of time to get those last-minute gift shopping. As you finalize your shopping list, why not support the businesses right in your community? Instead of traveling far for your shopping needs, check out a corridor near you to see their offerings. When you shop at local businesses, you are investing directly in the people around you. In a time when large corporations often dominate the marketplace, choosing to shop locally ensures that the money spent circulates within the community. |
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3rd Annual Holiday Concert & Tree Lighting |
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Join us for a festive afternoon on December 18th filled with music, gifts, books, food, refreshments, and holiday cheer in Canarsie. Get ready to sing along to some holiday tunes as we light up the night with our beautiful tree. We will continue our tradition of distributing gifts and books to the community. All items are available while supplies last, so be sure to arrive early!
Bring your friends and family to this event that is sure to get you into the holiday spirit. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the season with your community. |
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Join us this weekend for the final sessions of the Canarsie Pop-Up Market, an opportunity to explore and support local talent! Whether you are looking for a special holiday gift or simply want to discover something unique, this market has it all. Local vendors will be showcasing a diverse range of products and services. Offering everything from handcrafted goods and treats to fashion, beauty products, and home décor. Gather your friends and family and stop by this weekend to enjoy the festive atmosphere, meet passionate local vendors, and check off your holiday shopping list.
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3rd Annual Small Business Saturday |
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We celebrated our 4th Annual Small Business Saturday on November 30th. It was a day dedicated to supporting and uplifting local businesses in the community. The event started with a series of engaging financial literacy sessions held in various corridors, where participants had the chance to learn from industry experts. Then in the afternoon, we had a pop-up market with vendors showcasing their products and services. To wrap up the day, we hosted a roller skating event at Rockaway Parkway.
We would like to thank all the businesses, merchants, industry experts, pop-up market vendors, and organizations that played a crucial role in making this event a success. Their contributions and support truly made a difference and helped create a memorable occasion for all attendees.
A special thank you to Jennifer V. Horsford for her continued support of Small Business Saturday over the past four years. She has consistently participated in the event and we appreciate it. |
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3rd Business Networking Event |
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We hosted our 3rd Business Networking event on December 12. That day was filled with insightful discussions, connections, and endless opportunities for growth and collaboration. The energy was high, the ideas were flowing, and we could not be more grateful for everyone who attended and made it such a success!
We have many more networking events planned for the future. Make sure to stay up to date with us to see what is planned next. |
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Classroom Door Decorating Competition |
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As part of our Back To School Initiatives in the community, we challenged elementary, middle, and high school classrooms to showcase their decorating skills for the holiday season by decorating their classroom door.
We would like to announce that the winner for the elementary school grade is a class from P.S. 279. Congratulations to them! The competition winner had the opportunity to choose their preferred business for the pizza, and they selected Original's Pizza. |
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Holiday Window Competition |
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The Holiday Window Competition has ended and we are thankful to everyone that participated. The winner of the competition will be announced soon so make sure to check our social media pages. |
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Join the Clean Corridor challenge. We are always looking for volunteers to assist us. High school students will receive community service hours.
Monday, Friday & Saturday from 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Wednesdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
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We encourage you to support local businesses by continuing to shop locally. Additionally, your support helps create local jobs and keeps money circulating within the community, ultimately benefiting everyone who lives and works there. So next time you're looking for something to buy or do, remember to think local first.
We are passionate about giving back to the community and making a positive impact for everyone to benefit from. To achieve our goals, we rely on the dedication and commitment of our volunteers. If you are interested and have a desire to make a difference, we have a wide range of volunteer opportunities waiting for you.
Currently, in our community, we are hosting a series of block meetings with the primary objective of listening and understanding the needs and concerns of local merchants. These meetings serve as an essential platform for direct engagement between our organization and the business community. By having open communication, we aim to gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by merchants. |
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Stay Connected With Us On Social Media
To keep up with any events we are hosting follow us on our social media pages!
Website - https://rpmca.org/
Instagram - @canarsiemerch @rockawaypkmerch
Twitter - @RockawayPKMerch
Facebook - Rockaway Parkway Merchants Corridor Association
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