Mark Falanga: Bringing Business Savvy to the Mart
Mark Falanga is happiest being with his family—particularly for dinners and vacations.
Shop for a Cause: December 2010
Here’s your chance to shop and “Make It Better”—all at the same time. Participate in and enjoy a local “Shop For A Cause” this month: 8th Annual Winter Arts + Crafts Expo ”Shop Your Cause” Night Thursday, December 2, 6-9 p.m. Evanston Art Center, Center for the Visual Arts 2603 Sheridan Rd., Evanston | 847-475-5300 Beautiful […]
An Insider's Guide to the Merchandise Mart
For many, the mere mention of the 4.2 million square foot Merchandise Mart conjures images of decorators and clients deliberating over furnishings and fabric samples, and squabbling over prices. But while the self-contained design district is, in fact, Mecca for aesthetic fetishists, the Merchandise Mart is open to the public. And navigating the sunless internal […]
Wilmette Artist Starts a Fair-Trade Coop in Peru
After traveling the far corners of the world and having a deep appreciation for artisans from different cultures, Lana Williams, an artist whose work will be featured in this year’s One of A Kind Show at the Merchandise Mart, has figured out a way to give back to these artists and improve their lives through […]
