Palisades Center is partnering with the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce to shine a spotlight on thirteen of Palisades Center’s small businesses leading up to Shop Small Saturday on November 27. Approximately 30% of the businesses located in Palisades Center are owned by independent, small business owners.“Small businesses are the backbone of our community, employing residents and supporting schools and local government services by paying taxes,” said Rockland County Executive Ed Day. “This spotlight initiative and the partnership between the Palisades Center and Greater Nanuet Chamber will lead to a bright future for all involved and I look forward to learning more about these independent businesses.”“We encourage Clarkstown residents to shop small and support their local ‘mom and pop shops’ in the Palisades Center and throughout the Town,” said Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann. “Our small businesses are the economic engine of our Town and I ask all residents to join me in supporting our local shop owners and our economy. Bring your family and friends to the Palisades Center to shop and eat at a variety of stores and restaurants.”“The mission of the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce is to create a vibrant, prosperous, environmentally sound, and strong community,” said Susan Farese, Event Chairperson, Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce. “Partnering with the Palisades Center on their Shop Small campaign aligns perfectly with our mission. We look forward to supporting these local businesses throughout the month of November and beyond.”“It’s an honor that entrepreneurs are choosing Palisades Center as a location to launch their businesses,” said Darrin Houseman, General Manager of Palisades Center. “Palisades Center is constantly innovating to provide customers with unique experiences. All the independent business owners in the Center are adding to that experience by providing distinctive offerings for our guests, while employing local residents.”Palisades Center will feature three to four small businesses every week in November. Businesses will be featured on Palisades Center’s blog and social media channels. Customers can expect to learn more about each entrepreneur and the products and services they offer.The Greater Nanuet Chamber will join Palisades Center on Saturday, November 27 for a Shop Small Crawl where free entertainment, giveaways and special events will be happening from 1PM-5PM.For more information on events and new retail, dining and entertainment attractions at Palisades Center, visit palisadescenter.com.