Made in America Store

Yesterday my husband and I took a drive to Elma to see the Made in America Store. We have heard good things about it and thought we'd check it out. It's located just off the 400 Expressway at the Maple street exit.

What makes this store unique is that everything they carry is 100% made in America, including the packaging and even the shelves in the store! The idea behind the store is to promote America and save American jobs. They also support our armed forces; veterans and active duty military personnel get a 5% discount. They carry a variety of items, from jeans and T-shirts, socks, flags, candles, flag pole holders and more.

There is a selection of classic toys, like slinky, silly putty, crayons, playing cards, and even tiddly winks. There is a large section of food items, with locally made items, like Perry's ice cream, Webber's mustard, and Chef's sauce, along with items made in other parts of the Untied States.

They have hammocks and these unique metal chairs that were almost too heavy to move. They would never blow over in the wind! They also carry a handful of local interest books, including several of Mason Winfield's books and I'm happy to say that they carry my book, Western New York Explorer's Guide.

The store will be having a Veteran's Day celebration on November 11th, from 11am-8pm. There will be live musical entertainment by Nashville recording artists, Ricky Lee, along with a outdoor BBQ, a display by Hawk Creek Wildlife Center, and a shuttle bus to the Veterans Day parade in Buffalo (reservations 652-0024).

Made in America Store, 900 Maple Road, Elma 716-652-4USA http://www.saveourcountryfirst.com/ The store is open Mon.-Sat 8am-8pm and Sunday 11am-4pm.