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Catch Us at the First Friday Holiday Market at Mother Stewart’s Brewing!
The holiday season is in full swing, and we're thrilled to invite you to our last market of the season! Join us at Mother Stewart’s Brewing on Friday, December 6th, from 5 PM to 10 PM, for the First Friday Holiday Market. This festive event promises an evening full of holiday cheer, great shopping, and community fun.
Why Voting is Important and How to Get Involved This Election Season
Voting is one of the most powerful ways to make your voice heard, shape your community, and create the change you want to see in the world. Here’s why voting matters, and everything you need to know to make your vote count.
End of Market Season Updates
Now that the 2024 Springfield Farmers Market season is officially over, we just wanted to say thank you to everyone who stopped by and not only supported us, but all of the other local vendors as well.
The Value of Shopping Small: How Handmade Goods Make a Difference
In a world where convenience often outweighs quality, handmade small businesses offer something truly special. Here’s why you should consider choosing handmade and supporting small businesses in your local and online communities.
Working Hard Behind the Scenes - Sage & Oak Updates
I just wanted to make a quick blog to apologize about being so quiet on social media and in general. I have been absolutely swamped with work, but that’s a good thing! I’m so thankful that I get to do what I love for a living. Not only do I get to run a small business, but I also get to do graphic design.
How to Survive the Heat During Summer Markets & Vendor Events
Now that summer is here, many small business owners like us are gearing up for bustling markets and vendor events. Here are some practical tips to help your small business thrive in the summer heat while keeping you, your team, and your products in top shape.
We’re Back at the 2024 Springfield Farmers Market !
Ready for some great news? We’re back for our third year at the Springfield Farmers Market! We’ll be vending all summer long from June - September! This will be the 18th year of the Springfield Farmers Market and it’s so cool to see all the changes and growth that occurs each and every year.
Introducing New Art Prints
At Sage & Oak, we're excited to announce the latest addition to our lineup of creative offerings: stunning new art prints! As part of our ongoing commitment to bringing joy and positivity into your life, we've curated a collection of vibrant and inspiring prints that are sure to brighten up any space.
Strategies for Small Business Success: Overcoming Common Challenges
Running a small business can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. From managing finances to attracting customers, small business owners often face obstacles that can test their resilience and determination.
How to Stay Productive During the Slow Season: 10 Tips for Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, the slow season can be challenging. With fewer customers and less revenue coming in, it's easy to feel like you're stuck in a rut that you’ll never get out of. It can be hard to stay positive and see the light ahead because it can feel like the end of your business. This blog focuses on ways you can stay productive during this time.
12 Goals for 2024
New year means new goals, right? It does for Sage & Oak anyway. This year is going to be all about growth and improvement and we really can’t wait to see all that we do by the end of the year. This blog goes in depth of some of our goals and gives ideas about what the future of Sage & Oak might look like.
Small Business “Glimmers” of 2023
“Glimmers” are small moments of joy, safety, and ease as defined by the the Polyvagal Theory. These moments of goodness can help shift our biology, calm our nervous system, and restore our body back to a state of thriving instead of just surviving. I love the idea of focusing more attention to the good versus the bad so that’s exactly what this blog is for - to highlight all the good things that happened to our small business this year.