On Black Friday, contribute to the local economy by shopping local before hitting the malls. At the NorthShore, you will find unique gifts, personal services, great food and special deals on Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28, during Northshore Merchants Collective’s own special Holiday Open House. Friends and family will be supporting local business while enjoying in-store drawings, complimentary refreshments, live music and entertainment. Check out festive holiday windows dressed by area merchants during the annual Northshore Window contest.

The Northshore will have street performers and musical entertainment at various times during the weekend. Guests are invited to register to win a Grand Prize Gift Basket valued at over $2,000 at any participating merchant location. Additional entries are available with each purchase. Also, free parking this weekend at CARTA Northshore Garage.

The NorthShore Merchants Collective is also sponsoring a toy drop during this holiday season and asks everyone to help those less fortunate by donating a new toy (donations going to Northside Neighborhood House) at various locations.

For additional information, check out the NorthShore website at www.northshorechattanooga.com.