Pumpkin spice evokes a feeling of warmth, coziness and a little bit of magic, too. We found nine items from local stores that channel the season perfectly, or pair impeccably with our favorite fall scent. Dried Fall Harvest Bouquet – YellowChalet, $19.99 3132 Lake Ave., Wilmette A beautiful (and everlasting) bouquet, Chalet’s mix of harvest […]
Parents rejoice, it’s almost back to school time! From lunch boxes and gelly pens to stress toys and backpacks, here are 10 items from stores around the North Shore and Chicago that will make your kids excited for that big first day. Tonies HeadphonesWild Child, $31.99 657 Vernon Ave., Glencoe & 1114 Central Ave., Wilmette […]
We’re in the dog days of summer, which is a siren call to us midwesterners that it’s time to take advantage of our short summer season while we can. Whether you’re enjoying backyard grilling or hitting up the beaches of Lake Michigan, here are 10 items we love from local stores that will make those […]
This year’s grads made it through one of the hardest years in recent history; from virtual learning to hybrid schedules, their graduation is worthy of a big celebration. With new adventures on the horizon, including new jobs and responsibilities, here are 25 college graduation gift ideas for the grad in your life. New Job Candle, […]
Since April weather in the Bay Area is hard to gauge, here are some items that will set you up for a fun and fashionable day at the beach or in the park.
Give your home the gift of Bay Area businesses with these new and vintage items.
Local shops are filled with gifts for that outdoorsy guy in your life.
The holiday shopping season is here, and we have the ultimate list of sales and events at local stores in Chicago. Here is your exclusive preview — get out and support local business both in person and online this weekend! Athletic The Runner’s Edge 1515 Sheridan Road, Wilmette Black Friday: Spend $100 and receive a […]
Many of us will be looking to score amazing deals this Black Friday or Cyber Monday. But, every time you load up your online shopping cart or head to a big-box store a few towns away, there’s a hidden cost for your own neighborhood. When people don’t shop locally, small businesses feel the strain and […]
Supporting our local schools and businesses was so much easier before the Internet upended traditional retail and communication practices. Back in the day, shopping local epitomized convenience and community. Social networking meant visiting in person or volunteering. We didn’t average 8.2 hours per day on phones and in front of screens. One strong newspaper […]
