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Small Business Saturday takes place this Saturday, November 26th. Sponsored by American Express Open, the campaign’s goal is to drive shoppers to local merchants throughout the US to help increase revenue, create jobs, boost the economy and improve their communities.

According to the Small Business Administration, over the past 20 years, 65 percent of net new jobs have been created by the nation’s small businesses. By spending money at your locally owned stores and businesses, you can help the sector that’s been hit the hardest by the recession.

American Express is enticing consumers to buy local by offering a one-time $25 statement credit when you register an eligible American Express Card and use it to make a purchase of $25 or more on Saturday.

So be a patron of small independent stores and don’t forget about all the service based businesses. Businesses, like your local KidzArt, have gift certificates for unique products and services that might have you going back regularly!

The hope is that Small Business Saturday will create a general awareness of locally owned businesses that will elevate sales both on the 26th and throughout the holiday season.

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In November 2010, five lucky people will win a complete KidzArt/Art Innovators franchise for free! Business-savvy individuals who want to own a business with complete training and support have a chance to win and become a part of our world-wide creative franchise .There are three ways to enter and three ways to win:-Submit an online application at www.franchise-giveaway.com

-Stop by the KidzArt/Art Innovators booth #720 at the West Coast Franchise Expo located at the West Los Angeles Conference Center from November 5th to November 7th or complete an application at https://secure.events-registration.com/wcfe2010/?source=GPART

-Submit a 90 second video commercial highlighting the KidzArt/Art Innovators program to YouTube.com along with a written application at www.franchise-giveaway.com.

Check it out and enter today!

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Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Veterans and the Disabled
KidzArt is proud to announce a special program that offers franchise opportunities to veterans and disabled. The KidzArt Teach model’s $9,900 franchise fee is reduced to $5000 down with the balance waived if you reach $75,000 in annual revenue by your second year in business. If revenue of $75,000 hasn’t been reached by year two, $2,500 of the $4990 balance is due and if not reach by the end of year three, the final payment of $2490 is due.
Learn and Earn!
KidzArt is now offering qualified candidates the option of paying half down on the KidzArt Teach franchise model (normal franchise fee of $9900). In order to be eligible, you must pass a personality test, background check and have an acceptable credit score. The balance or second half of the franchise fee is divided into two payments due at the end of the second and third years of business.

Find out if KidzArt is right for you. Contact Sue Bartman at suebartman@kidzart.com

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A Note from the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait

I attended a ribbon cutting ceremony event for KIDZART in Kuwait. The event included 6 educational groups for kids at the Avenues premier mall for the weekend. About 300 were in attendance. The KidzArt owner, Mrs. Somaya Al Walayti, told me she and her two friends were not content to let their offspring sit in front of computers or TV. They searched for a franchise that offered “edutainment ” for Kuwait children. They found that Franchise in Texas and have brought KidzArt, a fun approach to art, to Kuwait.

I was fascinated by the concept and charmed by the local Franchisee Somaya. She and her two college classmates promote an educational diversion for Kuwait’s growing under 20 population. I visited a “edutainment” event on Feb 6 and noted that there were lines of parents eager to enroll their children in KidzArt classes.

I have recommended Somaya and her partners for an Embassy honor.

Warm regards from the Arabian Gulf,

Nancy Charles-Parker
Commercial Counselor, U.S. Embassy Kuwait

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This article discusses the differences between a home-based franchise and a home-based business opportunity.  It is important to recognize that a franchise does offer a system with all the perks of support, proven methods and the backing needed to make your business successful.

Read on for more details:  http://smallbiztrends.com/2009/09/work-at-home-franchises-opportunities-scams.html

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The big E word – the economy – is on everyone’s mind, and that it should be!  It is more important than ever to watch what we spend and plan for a stable future.  We must create a balance on what is important to keep in both our own, as well as our children’s lives.  At KidzArt, we have found that many parents have chosen to keep their little ones in our classes because they are affordable, and most importantly continue to feed their children’s creativity needs as well as nurture little souls who need soothing during stressful times.  Our parents know that KidzArt classes are not only educational, but ultimately serve them in every other area of their lives.  Confidence is boosted, different parts of the brain are used than what they are typically used to in day-to-day school curriculum, and importantly, it’s fun!  KidzArt is a time to enjoy as well as to learn.  How are you continuing to nurture your child in a way that is easy on the pocketbook, yet critical to your child’s future?  If you haven’t yet experienced KidzArt, give your local classes a try.  Visit our website for locations and details on your child can benefit from KidzArt now.  Also, we invite you to join our discussion group through this BLOG to talk about what you do to help your whole family through difficult times.

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