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If you're looking for a unique gift for that special someone, you may want to check out Umbrella Le Ch ? 'ile, a social enterprise in Galway, Ireland, that's dedicated to supporting local small businesses.
The group's mission: "to create positive impact in the community while supporting small businesses based in Galway City or County," according to its website.
And that's exactly what Umbrella Le Ch ? 'ile is doing, the Irish Times reports.
Founded in 2015, Umbrella Le Ch ? 'ile is a not-for-profit that's run " solely by its members" who "would love to support other small businesses based in Galway City or County who share their ethos and the main goal of creating positive impact in the community," according to its website.
And that's exactly what's happening with Umbrella Le Ch ? 'ile.
Per its website, the group is holding its first Artisan Market on Sunday, April 21.
"Rain or shine, this wonderful indoor venue makes for the perfect Sunday outing to browse, shop, and then enjoy a hot cuppa out on the deck overlooking the River Corrib, all the array of all traders working together to help other small businesses," the website states.
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