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The Ithacan

Junior Kristen Hamberg used her painting skills to start a business catering to many pet lovers. She learned how to market her business through her college courses.

Hand-painted pets spark new business for IC student

By Matt Minton, Staff Writer February 24, 2022
Hamberg picked up a hobby of painting during the pandemic, starting with her dog. Before long, she started painting other people’s animals.
A present is hidden in a display case in Multifaceted Minerals, one of many stores participating in Presents on the Commons, a small-business scavenger hunt. Stores reward those who find the gifts in Ithacash, a new local currency.

Ithaca community scavenger hunt launches new local currency

By Mary Ford, Staff Writer December 10, 2014

The holiday shopping season is underway, bringing with it all the excitement of searching for the perfect gift. Throughout Ithaca’s small-business community, this is even more literal than usual. Small...

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