THE NEW READERS CHOICE PROGRAM BEGINS IN JULY 2026!
As we continue adding requested categories to our “Best of Memorial” Reader’s Choice survey, we recognized that completing the survey has become extremely time-consuming. So, in 2026 we are thrilled to unveil an innovative, new strategy designed to enhance voting participation while highlighting more local businesses. This fresh approach transforms our annual survey into a dynamic monthly program where the categories are strategically aligned with our editorial calendar, allowing readers to cast their votes in a few minutes as opposed to the lengthy time required in past years.
By bringing readers smaller surveys based on specific categories and releasing monthly winners, we ensure that readers are never overwhelmed with choices but provide continuous discovery of Memorial’s finest establishments throughout the year. We will still offer a grand annual compilation in our January 2027 issue. This refined system offers unparalleled benefits and we believe this evolution represents a significant win for our readers and the businesses that make Memorial so exceptional, fostering deeper community connection, and discovery.
Our 2026 Readers Choice Calendar features each specific month that business categories will be highlighted and when contests will take place.
JULY: Girl Bosses:
VOTING CATEGORIES INCLUDE:
Hair Salon • Nail Salon • Medi-Spa • Massage • Gift Shops • Floral Shops • Women’s Boutiques • Antique/Resale Stores • Craft Store • Grocery Store • Graduation Photographer • Party Planners • Cleaning Services • Vacation Spots • Hotel • Family Entertainment • Brunch • Breakfast • Happy Hour • Bar • Wine Bar • Smoothy/Juices • Grab and Go Markets • Health/Fitness: Gym • Fitness Center • Boutique Fitness Center • Yoga
AUGUST: Memorial’s Sweets and Treats/Dentists
VOTING CATEGORIES INCLUDE:
Restaurants: American Food • Barbecue • Steakhouse • Seafood, Mexican Food • Italian Food • Ethnic Food • Coffee shop • Best Patio Food Types: Best Pizza • Sushi • Tacos • Burgers
Sweets Treats: Bakeries • Donut Shops • Ice Cream Parlors • Cookie Company • coffee shops
Back-To-School: Private School • Kids Clothing • Children’s activities • Kids Restaurant • Candy Store
SEPTEMBER: Autumn Festivals/Events
VOTING CATEGORIES INCLUDE:
Home & Garden: Farmers Market • Festival • Nurseries and Garden Centers • Plant Shops • Orchard • Landscape/Lawn Services • Tree Services • Window Cleaners • Home Improvement Store • Home Furnishings • Home Remodeling • Pest Control • Pool Maintenance • Junk removal/Recycling Center • Lawyers • Retirement Homes
Home Services: Home Builders • Outdoor Patio Builders • Real Estate Companies • Title Companies • Property Management Company • Bank • Mortgage Company • Home improvement Company • Car Wash • Car Care • Men’s Boutique
OCTOBER: Swoonworthy Pets
VOTING CATEGORIES INCLUDE:
Health and beauty: Plastic Surgeon • Optometrists • Dermatologist • Orthopedic Care • Urgent Care • Therapy Services Dentists: Dentists • Orthodontists • Oral Surgeons • Cosmetic Dentists
Dental Insurance Pets: Veterinary Care • Pet Grooming • Kennels/Boarding • Pet Trainers
Doggie Daycare • Treats and Snacks • Dog Parks • Pet waste removal Pet supplies • Pet photography
Holiday: Jewelry store • Holiday Decor • Holiday Floral • Holiday Light Installation
Please feel free to contact us to be featured in the Survey or advertise in the issue featuring your nomination.
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