Giving Thanks

Posted on November 22, 2019 by La Mesa Village Association

We are truly grateful for all our members, volunteers and the entire La Mesa Village community for being so supportive of our efforts at the La Mesa Village Association! We hope that you can take a moment to reflect on what you are most grateful for this Thanksgiving holiday and enjoy time spent with family, friends and loved ones.

Make plans to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday in La Mesa Village. Want someone else to do the cooking? Check out these restaurants & bars who are open on Thanksgiving Day serving up traditional turkey day favorites:

BO Beau Kitchen + Garden will serve a 3-course Thanksgiving menu, including selections for an appetizer, main entrée and dessert such as Pumpkin Soup, Rosemary Roasted Turkey, and Mini Apple Pie. They will be open from 2 – 7 p.m. Click here for the complete menu and pricing.

Farmer’s Table La Mesa is offering a 3-course Thanksgiving Day menu, which includes choice of appetizer, main entrée and dessert featuring traditional favorites such as Roasted Turkey, Pecan Pie and more. Click here for the complete menu and pricing.

Pete’s Place is open all day from 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. and is offering a full, complimentary turkey dinner starting at noon, as well as Happy Hour specials from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Click here for the flyer.

Not only are we looking forward to celebrating Thanksgiving Day, but it’s the official kick-off to the holiday shopping season, and the 10th year for #SmallBizSat, sponsored by American Express, happening on Nov. 30th! Be sure to plan a day of shopping in La Mesa Village, which is home to a plethora of unique, family owned & operated small businesses, including retail shops, restaurants & services. Several downtown La Mesa businesses will be open and offering a variety of deals and promotions throughout the weekend to celebrate both Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, including:

Act II Women’s Resale Shop will be open on Black Friday at 9 a.m. and will have a BIG 30% off sale storewide. They are also open on #SmallBizSat from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and they accept American Express. There’s always something “new” to find at Act II, including designer handbags, accessories and clothing!

Amethyst Moon is offering a gift card special – buy $100 in gift cards and receive a free $20 gift card! The shop also has a variety of unique gifts, jewelry and popular reading services such as tarot, astrology, numerology, mediumship and spiritual counseling.

BO Beau Kitchen + Garden will be serving up Happy Hour all day on #SmallBizSat, Nov. 30th! Rest your feet and quench your thirst, and nosh on delicious appetizers in BO Beau’s casual bar on La Mesa Blvd.

Curbside Eatery & Drinkery will be pouring $6 cocktails from their “Black Friday” menu, and $5 pours on overstock items like Jack Daniels Rye, Absolut Vodka & Seagrams VO (while supplies last) available Black Friday through Sunday. And, you can enjoy all day Happy Hour pricing with the purchase of a $25 or more gift card.

Johnny B’s Burgers, Brew & Spirits, now open to all ages, has a Holiday Gift Card promotion – get a free $25 gift card when you purchase $100 in gift cards, available now through November 30th! And, enjoy $5 off a Johnny B’s logo cap or beanie only available on #SmallBizSat!

The La Mesa Farmers Market will not be open on Friday, November 29th. Be sure to visit the following week for your holiday shopping!

Pierre’s Jewelers on La Mesa Blvd. is open both Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving. Visit on #SmallBizSat for 20% off all in-store merchandise, excluding loose diamonds (available 11/30/19 only).

Small Batch just celebrated their one-year anniversary in downtown La Mesa and will be open all weekend after Thanksgiving, including: Friday – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Shop their assortment of unique greeting cards, gifts, and home goods. And, enjoy complimentary sips on #SmallBizSat during your shopping experience.

Therapie Day Spa offers the ultimate in relaxation with their Holiday Luxe Spa Ritual this holiday season. And, in celebration of Black Friday & #SmallBizSat, shoppers can enjoy 10% off all boutique items, and 20% off gift certificates in store and online, available November 29th – December 1st! 

Visit The Yogurt Mill of La Mesa for a sweet treat during your shopping spree in downtown La Mesa. Receive a free topping when you purchase a medium or larger size yogurt.

These are just a few businesses with special offers! We encourage you to #shopsmall in downtown La Mesa and explore our quaint Village this holiday season. Visit the La Mesa Village Association online business directory to find just what you’re looking for this holiday season!

Save the Date for the Annual Holiday in the Village happening December 13th from 4 – 9 p.m. and December 14th from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Visit the event webpage for more details!