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Small businesses are the heartbeat of our communities and supporting them is a great way to help fuel the local economy. According to research, eighty-nine percent of consumers said they believe that small businesses contribute positively to their local communities. So remember to Shop Small® on Small Business Saturday today on November 24th. As an incentive, American Express cardholders get a one-time $25 statement credit when they use their enrolled card to spend $25 or more in a single, in-store transaction at a qualifying small business location.  To enroll your Amex card and for more information about participating small business locations, go to www.shopsmall.com . 

Take a break from the mall and mainstream stores, and show local and small businesses some love. During the first ever Small Business Saturday , American Express cardholders who signed up will get a $25 credit on their billing statement when they spend $25 or more at a small business today. Even if you don't have an AMEX card, many local businesses are still offering deals and discounts.  Here are five Small Business Saturday incentives I found: F.N.U.E. founder Halley Barney. F.N.U.E. (From Now Until Eternity) by Halley Barney is a romantic, whimsical jewelry line fashioned from sterling silver, 14-karat gold, 18-karat vermeil, and precious gemstones.  Get a piece of her lovely collection, like the Cloud No. 3 bracelet ($195), for $20 off with the code "LOVE." Andrew Clark's Wishbone earrings, $15. Katrin Reifeiss Spiderweb scarf, $47.50. AC AGATES designer Andrew Clark is known for unusual handcrafted jewelry.  I discovered the Brooklyn craft...