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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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