25 Local Small Businesses to Shop This Holiday Season [GALLERY]

This week, we asked Iowans on Facebook what local stores are their favorite for picking out Christmas gifts. Here are 25 of the responses:

• NewBo City Market

  • 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids
  • Shops include The Artisan's Emporium, The Barkery, Lori Ann's Candies, Rare Bird Soap Shop, SKAPA, Tangled Heartstrings, and more
  • Open Thursday & Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• The Marion Chocolate Shop

  • 1244 7th Ave, Marion
  • Homemade chocolates, gift boxes, and more
  • Open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Newbo Shops at the Heart House

  • 1301 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids
  • Gifts from several local artisans
  • Open Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• Roots In Bloom

  • 524 10th Street, Marion
  • Plants, flowers, bouquets, plant accessories, self-care items, home decor, and more
  • Open Monday & Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Whiffle Tree Mercantile

  • 116 South Cedar Street, Monticello
  • Home decor, clothing, kitchenware, candy, vintage goods, food/beverages, jewelry, toys, accessories, and more
  • Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• Silver Spider

  • 117 1/2 1st St, Mount Vernon
  • Accessories, toys, books, jewelry, clothing, cards, and more
  • Open Thursday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

• Handmade Holiday

  • Lindale Mall - 4444 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids
  • Handmade gifts, food, home decor, accessories, clothing, coffee, and more
  • Open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

• The Marion Merchant

  • 1090 7th Ave, Marion
  • Wood creations, laser engraving, kitchenware, homemade quilts, home decor, and more
  • Open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Glyn Mawr Winery-The Local

  • 103 1st Street NW, Mount Vernon
  • Clothing, home decor, candles, accessories, kitchenware, wine, and more
  • Open Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday & Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• DOBRY gift + home

  • 102 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids
  • Accessories, bath & body, home decor, kitchenware, jewelry, clothing, wine, and more
  • Open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• Gifted Blessings

  • 130 S Dubuque Street, Solon
  • Home decor, candles, accessories, games, and more
  • Open Thursday & Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• SCOUT of marion

  • 725 11th Street, Marion
  • Bath & beauty items, home decor, food, accessories, kitchenware, books, and more
  • Open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• Analog Vault

  • 215 11th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
  • New & used vinyl and audio equipment
  • Open Wednesday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

• Market on Pearl

  • 109 Pearl St SE, Shellsburg
  • Clothing, accessories, shoes, jewelry, and more
  • Open Tuesday & Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday & Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• The Grill Works

  • 763 8th Ave, Marion
  • Grills, grilling accessories, seasonings, sauces, and more
  • Open Monday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Almost Famous Popcorn

  • 1121 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids
  • Gourmet popcorn, popcorn gift boxes, and more
  • Open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Bits & Pieces

  • 119 2nd Street, Coralville
  • Hand-crafted gifts, bath & beauty products, clothing, home decor, accessories, wine, food, and more
  • Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

• The Purple Wagon

  • 1107 7th Ave, Marion
  • Baby/toddler clothes, toys, accessories, and more
  • Open Tuesday & Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• SOKO Outfitters

  • 41 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
  • Outdoor apparel, accessories, gear, shoes, and more
  • Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• White Pumpkin Studio

  • 109 North Downey Street, West Branch
  • Gifts, home decor, cards, bath & body, games, candles, jewelry, accessories, and more
  • Open Thursday & Friday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Sweetopia Emporium

  • 1468 Twixt Town Road, Marion
  • Specialty candies and chocolates, gift boxes, and more
  • Open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Vault Boutique

  • 76 2nd St SE, Swisher
  • Clothing, accessories, beauty products, home decor, and more
  • Open Tuesday & Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday & Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Swamp Fox Bookstore & Swamp Fox Kids

  • 809 6th Avenue, Marion
  • Books, toys, games, and more
  • Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Food 4 Paws

  • 4330 Czech Lane NE, Cedar Rapids
  • Pet toys, treats, accessories, and more
  • Open Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Staged Dwellings
  • 1101 7th Avenue, Marion
  • Home decor, accessories, gifts, kitchenware, and more
  • Open Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Remember, there are still a LOT more small businesses here in Eastern Iowa that you can support during the holidays! You can check out more of the responses on the Cedar Rapids Area Support Local Group on Facebook HERE.