Autumn 2010 Update . . .
It is with deepest gratitude for
everything we have learned, for each friend and connection we have made,
for all the fun and even the hard work of the past 5 years that we prepare to close up Small Planet Trading on December
31st. It simply has not reached an adequate level of sustainability that
would allow us to continue.
FAQ--
Are we sad about this? Absolutely. We sit in the
ambiguity of grieving what has been but also feeling the liberation of
letting go and recognizing the end of a season. We know that the vision
and inspiration that created Small Planet Trading go with us into our
next adventures.
Do we think there is a future for fair trade and sustainably run business in the Gorge?
Absolutely, We continue to believe that in the next 5-10 years most
businesses will be shifting to more sustainable practices. We have had 5
years of being at the fore front of that shift at the retail level.
Now we are ready to release our energies from this angle and put them
towards another place in the movement. We know there is no shortage of
opportunity and look forward to finding our new places in the future.
What’s the plan for the rest of the year?
We are fully stocked for the Holiday Season and ready to help you find
the unique and meaningful gifts that you love to give. Come shop today
for the best selection. Throughout the holidays we'll be keeping our
regular schedule and be here for business as you've come to expect it
with a Small Planet flare-- goodies on the sample table, high quality
handmade housewares and gifts, reasonable prices, and the Alternative
Gift Fair in the shop for your giving convenience.
December 27-31 we'll be open every day with a final sale of any remaining inventory.
Will there be special sale prices before Christmas? No,
much of what you see in the shop still belongs to the artist or Fair
Trade wholesaler until you purchase it, so we don't control those
prices. But after Christmas, any inventory left that we own will be
discounted for quick sale.
Is the store still for sale? Why yes, if you or someone you know would love to own a wonderful, established shop, it is still for sale.
Is there anything I can do to help?
Yes, continue to shop at Small Planet through 2010 and bring your
friends. Support our letting go with a understanding comment or two but
know that we are beyond the time of debating the merits of should we
stay or should we go. For those geographically chanllenged to support us in Hood River you're welcome to check out our Online Shop
for a sampling of our current inventory. If you're interested in
knowing more about our fuller selection we are available and more than
happy to assist your shopping experience via phone or email.
We look forward to enjoying the shop and you all for the rest of the year.
DeLona and Karen
October 2010
541-387-2008
info@smallplanettrading.com
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co-creators of a more just world. Our newsletter is intended
to give you information about events and new inventory. Our
standard disclaimer is:
We won’t send emails every day - we’re just not that
organized. We won’t share or sell your email - we hate that
and we don’t know how. We’ll just send updates and store info
when something interesting is going on.
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