Is anyone here boycotting big box stores?

[gaia_gardener]

Could we post some independant stores in OK for those of us that are boycotting? I know of a couple (and will be happy to list them if it's okay - moderator?).

I'm particularly looking for an independant store in OKC which sells plain light switch plates. Other than that, I need stores for offbeat stocking stuffers.

[MADem]

1. Yes

I am giving green gifts for the holidays....they have pictures of dead presidents on them. I find that everyone seems to like them.

Hell, most people need gas money and food money in this economy. I just can't into the "buy crap and wrap it up" scene this year. Cash it is, with the exception of a couple of Dance video games for a beloved child who needs to move his ass a bit more.

[blueokie]

2. ace?

Is ace hardware big?
how about going to little towns on the outskirt? for ie. going to edmond or midwest city or tri city or piedmont? Bethany has great little stores and I think even a little old hardware store.

[gaia_gardener]

3. I won't shop in Bethany

I have issues with their city and the way they run things - especially in regards to breaking state law about speed limits (ie - you cannot have a drop in speed limit of more than 10mph from speed zone to speed zone).

One of my favorite places to shop in the OSU-OKC farmers' market. They have great gift items - it's at OSU-OKC - NW4th and Portland. Another place I like is "Once Upon a Silver Moon" on N Classen - 24th or so - across from the "Milk Bottle". She makes the best soap and lotion.