It's hard to believe that the holiday shopping season is quickly approaching! The Chamber would like to remind you that Allen retailers have much to offer and that shopping in Allen helps promote and maintain a healty economy. Home for the Holidays, in its eighth year, is a program designed to encourage shopping locally.

The following merchants are participating in the 8th Annual Home for the Holidays promotion: Allen Hypnosis Center, Allen Premium Outlets, At Your Service, Avon Sales Representative Katie Medlin, Benjaming Franklin Plumbing, Children's Lighthouse, Compliments, Harley-Davidson of Dallas, Karen's Hallmark, Mexi-Go Restaurant, Pampered Chef Representative Elaine Coston, Puckett's Nursery and Terrell's Dry Cleaning. Each of these businesses has a special offer for local shoppers during the weekend of December 6 - 8. The Chamber will feature these offers in the Allen American during November. We encourage you to take advantage of these special offers. Your support of these and other local businesses is appreciated and encouraged during the holiday season.

There's still time to become a participating merchant. Call the Chamber at 972-727-5585 for registration information.