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Back by popular demand, Let’s Go Shopping, the all-day, online, accessible, virtual mall crawl is back. And “by popular demand” is not an exaggeration, as more than a few inquiries about the future of the event prompted me to do some social media polling, and to my surprise, the demand was there.

This was surprising because upon the conclusion of the holiday Let’s Go Shopping event last year, I conveyed to both attendees and participating vendors that I felt the idea had run its course, that it was timely and needed during the pandemic quarantine and restricted travel periods, but that once vaccination rollout had begun, this type of event would be rendered obsolete. I couldn’t imagine why anyone would want to shop from home when the whole world was out there, waiting for us all to burst from our hidey holes, with wads of unspent cash gripped tightly in our fists, ready to shop, dine, drink, and travel the world. As it turns out, the early delays in getting those inoculations created a backlog that required some events, such as conventions, to continue to schedule virtual meetings. Further, with the tiered system of vaccinations, not everyone has yet received both doses, or for whatever reason may not be vaccinated at all, so there is still a significant group who wanted an opportunity to shop virtually.

I quickly inquired of my best vendors how they felt about presenting another event, and they were all enthusiastic. So, Let’s Go Shopping 5, focusing on fresh new things for Spring, will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021, from 8AM Pacific Time to 5PM Pacific Time.

Ready for a little retail therapy? Let’s Go Shopping!

We invite you to join us for an all-day, online, accessible, virtual mall crawl like no other. Zoom in to our virtual shopping mall and discover small businesses offering everything from food to fashion, gadgets to gifts, beauty to subscription boxes, tech to treasures for Mother’s Day, birthdays, graduation, Father’s Day, and just for you!

Save the date!

When: Saturday, April 10, 2021, from 8AM Pacific Time to 5PM Pacific Time.
Where: Our Zoom virtual mall.
How to join us: Get on our announce list by sending a blank email to lgs+subscribe@groups.io and you will be subscribed to the email list.

Why subscribe to the list? It’s the only way to get your Zoom room login link and password. Not comfortable with using Zoom? No problem! We’ll provide you with phone numbers you can use to call in to listen to our fabulous vendors present their products. Plus, by adding your name to the group announce list, you’ll get access to special promotions, discounts, and even door prizes!

Want more info? Go to the Let’s Go Shopping main information page at:

accessibleinsights.info/blog/lets-go-shopping/ for more details.

Please support our incredible entrepreneurs and shop till you drop! We’re connecting small businesses with the customers who need them. Let’s Go Shopping!

Be sure to use the tag #LetsGoShopping when tweeting about the event!

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Gifts for the guys:

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Patti and Ricky is an online marketplace consisting of products created by over 70 vendors. You’ll find everything from adapted swimwear to PICC line sleeves to pretty ostomy pouches. Have a friend or loved one who is post-surgery, and could use a lift? Forget about the flowers and bring a beautiful gift that is stylish and useful for anyone, whether their circumstances are temporary or ongoing. If you need advice or want to submit a suggestion, CEO and founder Alexandra Herold has you covered. This year, give a gift that can be both beautiful as well as practical. Then, remember Patti and Ricky for birthdays, Mother’s or Father’s Day, or, best of all…just because! Shop til you drop this season with Patti and Ricky.com!

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Save the date! Let’s Go Shopping 5 brings new things for spring!

Fashionable gifts for people of all abilities. problem solved.