Small Business Saturday is one of my favorite days of the year—not just because I’m a lifelong Costa Mesa local, but because this community thrives on small businesses, family-run shops, and the incredible people behind them. Supporting local isn’t just a feel-good moment… it’s part of what makes neighborhoods like Mesa Verde , Eastside Costa Mesa , and the Westside  such special places to call home. If you’re looking for ways to support our small businesses this weekend, her