Magnificent Mile Shopping

You'll find world-class shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment throughout the Magnificent Mile area. With four shopping centers, renowned boutiques and locally acclaimed designers, Chicago's Magnificent Mile area is a shopper's paradise. After you've shopped 'til you dropped, dine at one of our superb restaurants, see Chicago's famous skyline from the John Hancock Observatory, or catch a show at an area theater.

CITY: Chicago

Chicago Food Planet Tours

Take the 3-hour food tasting and cultural walking Chicago tours, which combine delicious food and drink tastings with some serious fun in Chicago’s most delicious, off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels, you’ll experience delectable foods from one-of-a-kind specialty food stores and ethnic eateries while receiving an insiders view into the culture, history and architecture that defines the Windy City. Walk away with new culinary perspectives, big smiles, satisfied taste buds and the confidence to continue exploring the areas where locals live.

CITY: Chicago

Five Star Indoor Swap Mart

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - 100's of shops, quality merchandise at bargain prices. Craft/collectibles mall.

CITY: Villa Park

Orland Square Mall

Enclosed, two-level shopping center featuring Apple, Coach, A/X Armani, Lego, Gilly Hicks and over 150 fine shops & restaurants.

CITY: Orland Park

Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery

Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery was founded to produce the finest honey wines (Meads) in the Midwest. They are Chicago's first winery and the only meadery on the Northern Illinois Wine Trail.

CITY: Chicago

Chicago's Chinatown

Chicago's own Chinatown features beautiful Chinese-style buildings, as well as exotic dining and shopping experiences that have made the neighborhood a popular destination for visitors and locals alike.

CITY: Chicago

900 North Michigan Shops

The avenue's most fashionable address features an unprecedented shopping experience at Bloomingdale's flagship store, along with 70 fine shops and restaurants. Enjoy six levels of spectacular shopping at retailers like Coach, Gucci, Maxmara, and Mark Shale.

CITY: Chicago

Green City Outdoor/Indoor Market

Green City Market is Chicago’s only year-round farmer's market promoting local, sustainable farmers, producers and chefs by connecting them to the public through educational programming and special events. Enjoy the Outdoor market May through October.

CITY: Chicago

Water Tower Place

At the pinnacle of Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, Water Tower Place is Chicago's premier shopping destination. Its stunning eight-level atrium features more than 100 of your favorite stores and restaurants plus a mix of distinctive specialty shops and boutiques. It offers a unique, high-energy urban shopping experience you simply won't find anywhere else in the city. In short, Water Tower Place is the place to shop.

CITY: Chicago

New Maxwell Street Market

Visit this flea market that is famous for wonderful bargains on everything from tires and tools, to fresh produce and clothing. The market is a Chicago tradition that's held every Sunday.

CITY: Chicago

The Magnificent Mile

The ritzy North Michigan Avenue shopping district boasts a dizzying array of stores, including Nordstrom, H&M, Tiffany, Chanel and the flagship Crate & Barrel store. Upscale shopping centers include Water Tower Place and The 900 Shops. In just eight blocks, you can shop at over 420 exclusive stores and boutiques, enjoy fine dining at over 200 restaurants and discover unsurpassed hospitality at over 50 hotels.

CITY: Chicago

American Girl Place

Located at the famous Water Tower Place, you'll find the store girls of all ages want to visit. They come from far and near to experience the magic that is American Girl Place Chicago—featuring specialty shops, private dining and, of course, lovable dolls. The only destination of its kind in the world for girls and their families.

CITY: Chicago

Oakbrook Shopping Center

See why Illinois shoppers voted Oakbrook Center the #1 shopping center in Chicago. The nation's largest outdoor center with its beautiful ambiance in a garden like setting. Six premiere department stores, 18 restaurants and 160 specialty stores.

CITY: Oak Brook

Burberry

As the original British Luxury brand, Burberry offers an extensive selection of outerwear, clothing, sportswear.

CITY: Chicago

Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery

Large Selection of American heartland dishes and nationally recognized handcrafted beers in the family-friendly atmosphere of a renovated 1906 train station.

CITY: Flossmoor

Ferrara Pan Candy Company

Visit the Ferrara Pan Candy Company outlet store and see how many ways you can satisfy your candy cravings!

CITY: Forest Park

Chicago French Market

Come visit Chicago's first and only year-round, indoor marketplace providing you with permanent, convenient and personal access to local artisans and purveyors.Featuring nearly 30 individual specialty vendors, Chicago French Market offers fresh ingredients for cooking at home, delicious grab-and-go options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, light snacks, picnics, easy party planning for home and office settings, plus meaningful gift ideas, all in one convenient location.

CITY: Chicago

Goose Island Brewpub - Clybourn

Chicago's best known brewpub, brewing fine beer with passion since 1988. Lively atmosphere, perfect for all celebrations and family outings.

CITY: Chicago

State Street Shopping

The landmark State Street Retail Historic District and the surrounding area in Chicago's Loop are considered by many to be the heart of Chicago's culture and commerce. While exploring State Street, you'll find a delightful mix of shopping, entertainment, food and fun. State Street hosts gigantic flagship department stores like Macy's on State and Sears, with a variety of shopping options, including H & M, Nordstrom Rack, Urban Outfitters, Old Navy and Forever 21.

CITY: Chicago

The Shops at North Bridge

Chicago's newest shopping destination features 50 world-class specialty shops. 15 sumptuous restaurants, five elegant hotels, one magnificent Nordstrom and over 2,500 parking spaces.

CITY: Chicago

Merchandise Mart

Tour Chicago's legendary Merchandise Mart, which houses an estimated 1,800 contract and residential showrooms. Guides conduct 1 1/2-hour tours that highlight that Mart's fascinating history, showrooms and design floors. Two floors of stores.

CITY: Chicago

Illinois Art Gallery

The Illinois Art Gallery is the only gallery in Chicago whose purpose it is to exhibit Illinois art.

CITY: Chicago

Harrison's Restaurant & Brewery

Upscale casual restaurant and micro-brewery featuring an American eclectic menu with a Cajun flair, eight hand-crafted beers, cigar bar, patio and private dining room.

CITY: Orland Park

Block 37

This landmark development on State St. features first-to-Chicago retailers, signature dining and entertainment venues within a five-story atrium. The center has direct access to the CTA Red and Blue Lines as well as Chicago's extensive pedway system.

CITY: Chicago

Wicker Park/Bucktown Shopping

The Wicker Park-Bucktown neighborhood is an urban shopping destination that is growing in popularity nation wide. The June 2007 edition of Vanity Fair magazine calls Wicker Park-Bucktown shopping, -- a square mile pulsing with sassy boutiques. Visitors can shop in a gritty neighborhood and find everything from hip resale to boutique chic. The main shopping areas are centered where Milwaukee, Damen and North Avenues intersect. Walk north along Damen Avenue to Armitage Avenue to discover some of the hippest boutiques selling the latest trends. Other unique, one-of-a-kind shopping can be found along Milwaukee Avenue south of North Avenue, featuring discount furniture stores, antique furniture shops, trendy clothing boutiques, art galleries and unique gift shops.

CITY: Chicago

Old Town School of Folk Music

The Old Town School of Folk Music provides a wide range of music, dance, theater, and visual arts courses to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Whatever one's interest, the Old Town School provides broad access to more than 700 accredited class offerings, private lessons, and workshops that span an array of artistic genres.The school features a main stage where concerts are held year round, along with a great shop that sells music and instruments.

CITY: Chicago

Hershey's Chicago

This engaging retail experience features the full line of Hershey's products, as well as one-of-a-kind gifts and souvenirs Be entertained by the singing baker at the bake shoppe, offering cupcakes, cookies and brownies all topped with Hershey's products.

CITY: Chicago

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Experience Cooper's Hawk... a modern, casual restaurant with a menu created with their own handcrafted wines in mind. Start in their Napa-style tasting room, where you can view their wineries and sample the winemaker's latest creations. Shop in the gift store for unique food or wine-related gifts.

CITY: Burr Ridge

My Kind of Town Tours & Events

This company offers group cultural and educational tours. Reservations are required.

CITY: Highland Park

Goose Island Brewpub - Wrigleyville

Chicago's best known brewpub, brewing fine beer with passion since 1988. Lively atmosphere, perfect for all celebrations and family outings.

CITY: Chicago

Elmhurst City Centre

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Choose from a large variety of restaurants from fine dining to casual fare. Catch a movie or browse our wonderful shops.

CITY: Elmhurst

Downtown Itasca

Restaurants and shopping line this downtwon area. Home to the Itasca Art and Wine Festival. Scenic Riverwalk takes you from the nature center to the waterpark.

CITY: Roselle

Lombard Town Centre

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Enjoy unique shopping and dining in Historic Downtown Lombard and the beautiful Lilacia Park. Special events for all ages throughout the year. Free parking.

CITY: Lombard

Bloomingdales

The Chicago flagship store features six levels of merchandise, home furnishings, shoes, and cosmetics. Stop by the Visitors Center on level one for information and in-store promotions.

CITY: Chicago

The Plaza

For your shopping needs, including stores such as Carson Pirie Scott and Circuit City.

CITY: Evergreen Park

The Plaza Shopping Center

The Plaza has upheld the position as a cornerstone of the community for 50 years. The Plaza offers a family-focused selection of merchandise with emphasis on fashion, quality and value.

CITY: Chicago

Lynfred Winery & Tasting Room

Welcome to Lynfred Winery Wheeling, a satellite location for Illinois' oldest and largest, continually-operating winery. Since 1979, Lynfred Winery has been offering guests with great wine, food and lodging. We offer wine tastings, flights, and bottles every day of the week. We have received numerous awards for our wine, and we have countless events that go on throughout the year at the winery. We also have a variety of gift and gourmet food items.

CITY: Wheeling

Ram Restaurant and Brewhouse

THE RAM OFFERS A CASUAL DININGATMOSPHERE, INCLUDING A BREWHOUSE WITH ADJOINING BAR/LOUNGE AND RESTAURANT AREAS. LIVELY ENVIRONMENT ACCOMPANIED BY GREAT HOUSE-BREWED BEERS AND DAILY FOOD SPECIALS.

CITY: Rosemont

Ralph Lauren

This stunning flagship store features the designer’s complete lines of All-American fashions for men and women, home furnishings and the swank RL restaurant.

CITY: Chicago

Balance Spa & Health Club

Located in the Palmer House, the new Chicago Spa, Balance offers a full menu of spa services in the 12 treatment room spa and also offers an array of fitness and wellness services, and memberships in the 10,000 square foot fitness center located within the Chicago hotel.

CITY: Chicago

North Riverside Park Mall

Over 130 fabulous stores featuring the latest fashions and trends, including Carson's, JC Penney, Sears and Forever 21. A new Classic Cinemas opened in 2008 showing great movies. Conveniently located on Cermak Rd., west of Harlem Ave.

CITY: Riverside

Arts & Artisans, Ltd.

One of Downtown's largest showcases of contemporary American art and jewelry, providing a vast collection of art media including stained and blown glass, metal and wood sculpture and much more!

CITY: Chicago

Gallery Guichard

The gallery's mission is to continue to expose the art community and provide a portal to fine art and artists of different parts of the African Diaspora. A collaborative of artists, collectors and art administrators who have come together to create a unique art experience, and ensure fine art has a place in the rebirth of Bronzeville.

CITY: Chicago

Saks Fifth Avenue

Known for its service, featuring the best fashion the world has to offer in women's, men's, and children's apparel, plus accessories. Beauty salon services available, as well as personal shopping service.

CITY: Chicago

Jeanine A Guncheon Gallery Etcetera

An unusual shop that runs the gamut from art, gifts & vintage. Uniquely individual. Owner and artist, Jeanine Guncheon, has a wide collection of her hand painted bowls, furniture, and one-of-a-kind sculptures. Commission pieces on request.

CITY: Forest Park

Tucker Gallery, Fine Art

Tucker Gallery specializes in contemporary American and European artists. Styles and subjects range from traditional to abstract.

CITY: Evanston

Yorktown Shopping Center

Carson Pirie Scott, Von Maur, JC Penney, Target, The Plaza food court and 160 specialty shops. Enjoy comfort and beauty amidst an indoor garden, skylights, fountains and trees.

CITY: Lombard

Chicago Music Mart at DePaul Center

This Loop music shopping mall features free entertainment daily during Tunes at Noon.

CITY: Chicago

Maple Avenue Gallery

Maple Avenue Gallery features sophisticated, contemporary works of art that range in price from about $500 to more than $6,000. In addition to the gallery, the company also offers custom framing and art consultations. Every month, Maple Avenue Gallery hosts receptions with live music and refreshments.

CITY: Evanston

The Shops at 900

A remarkable collection of 70 distinctive shops and restaurants including Bloomingdale's, Gucci, MaxMara and Michael Kors.

CITY: Chicago

Peggie Robinson Designs

An Evanston tradition for 28 years, designer-goldsmith Peggie Robinson and her staff can assist you in your selection of a piece of unique jewelry from their own designs, or help you design a piece just for you.

CITY: Evanston

Annie Lee and Friends Art Gallery

Come visit one of Chicagoland's largest full-service art galleries, featuring original art by nationally known artist Annie Lee. The gift shop offers hundreds of unique gifts and collectibles.

CITY: Glenwood

Illinois Artisan Shop

Sales gallery/shop featuring the work of over 500 Illinois artisans.

CITY: Chicago

Nordstrom Michigan Avenue

Nordstrom, one of the nation's leading fashion specialty retailers, offers its Michigan Avenue customers 271,000 sq. ft. and four levels of contemporary and classic shoes, clothing and accessories for the entire family. A wide range of special services and amenities are available, including personal shoppers, concierge, in-store alterations, shoe shine and free delivery service.

CITY: Chicago

Art de Triumph & Artful Framer Studios

Art of Chicago and the World. Originals, prints, fine art cards and expert framing. Corporate gifts and event space. Consultation and installation. Open daily.

CITY: Chicago

Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development

The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development is dedicated to the continued growth and revitalization of Forest Park's business districts as well as the enhancement of quality of life for both businesses and residents. Investment in the Chamber partners you with a comprehensive group of business owners and residents throughout the community who want to be involved, stay informed and work together towards making Forest Park an even better place to live, work, shop, dine and play. We invite you to join us!

CITY: Forest Park

Old Orchard Center

Old Orchard Center is an elegant, open-air center located in Chicago's North Shore area, just 20 minutes from Chicago. Extensive gardens, sparkling fountains, unique sculptures and brick-paved walkways welcome visitors.

CITY: Skokie

The Glen Town Center

This perfectly planned town center offers beautiful shops and restaurant-lined streets with apartments above, just like a European town.

CITY: Glenview

Gallery Mornea

Soho-style art gallery featuring contemporary art that is thought-provoking as well as aesthetic.

CITY: Evanston

Oak Street Shopping

After the Chicago fire of 1871, many wealthy Chicagoans contracted European-trained architects to build new homes and mansions on the City's Near North side. Oak Street soon became the center of the expanding Gold Coast neighborhood and home to some of Chicago's most prominent families. With the turn of the Century, skyscrapers began to grow along neighboring Michigan avenue, but Oak Street retained its historical brownstone character and intimate scale, combining glamorous style with cozy informality. Today Oak Street has become an International style center, housing many of the world's most exclusive boutiques and salons. It is a street which attracts shoppers from all over the world who seek only the best. Oak Street has become a true "destination", a street of dreams where excitement is generated by sophistication and great taste.

CITY: Chicago

Chicago Ridge Mall

Visit Chicago Ridge Mall and discover everything you're looking for, from fashion to food to flicks, all under one roof. You'll find Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's, Sears and more than 150 of your favorite stores, plus the eatery food court.

CITY: Chicago Ridge

Expressions Graphics

We are a printmaking workshop open to the public, displaying local artists' original prints at reasonable prices. We also offer jewelry, cards, pottery and one-of-a-kind works.

CITY: Oak Park

Lynfred Winery

The oldest and largest continuously operating winery in Illinois producing more than 50 varietals and 25,000 cases of award-winning wines each year. Come in for a tour and tasting to experience the finest vintages, gourmet cuisine, and luxurious lodging. Tasting room and gift shop open daily. Complimentary tours on weekends. Gift shop featuring wine-related items, specialty gift baskets, glassware, and elegant home decor. Visit our website for events throughout the year including our renowned Oktoberfest.

CITY: Roselle

Stratford Square Mall - Bloomingdale

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Stratford Square Mall is a two-level enclosed super-regional shopping center located in the western Chicago suburb of Bloomingdale. The center hosts 6 anchor department stores and more than 160 specialty shops.

CITY: Bloomingdale

Cernan Earth and Space Center

The Cernan Earth & Space Center of Triton College features a variety of earth and sky shows, children's shows, laser light shows, earth and space exhibits, and the Star Store gift shop.

CITY: River Grove

Ruby Room

The Ruby Room includes a spa, salon, and two distinctive boutiques selling skincare, haircare and wellness products. And, if you're looking for rest and rejuvenation, overnight guest rooms are available.

CITY: Chicago

Northbrook Court

An upscale North Shore shopping destination, Northbrook Court is home to many retailers including BCBGMAXAZRIA, Coach, Cole Haan, Tommy Bahama's, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Sephora and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. In addition, the mall features anchors Neiman Marcus, Macy's and Lord & Taylor, as well as a free-standing, 36,000 square foot Crate & Barrel Home Store. Dining options include P.F. Chang's, Stir Crazy, Di Pescara, and the mall features AMC Theatres boasting 14 screens. The John Hughes movie Weird Science filmed several scenes at Northbrook Court.

CITY: Northbrook

James R. Thompson Center

Immense glass and steel structure, designed by Helmut Jahn, houses State of Illinois government offices and three levels of stores and restaurants in an atrium mall.

CITY: Chicago

Harlem Irving Plaza

Enclosed shopping center, just north of Oak Park. Featuring over 100 stores, including Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's, Target and Best Buy.

CITY: Chicago

Avenue Association

The Avenue shops are located at Oak Park and Lake Street and across from picturesque Scoville Park. It's All Here! In the "Heart of Oak Park" you'll find specialty shops that offer personal service as the norm -- not the exception! International and local designers of fashion and jewelry, antique shops, galleries and fine restaurants.

CITY: Oak Park

Briolette Beads & More

Get creative at this crafter's paradise! Beads from around the world, unique rubber stamps & papers, Ranger inks, paints, and stamp pads. Sit at our "crystal bar" and work on your projects. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Classes for all skill levels. Parties are our specialty! Birthdays, bridesmaids, "girls night out" -- we do them all. Come take a look!

CITY: Forest Park

Westfield Shoppingtown Old Orchard

Enjoy a 5 star shopping experience at one of the most beautiful shopping destination in the Chicago area.

CITY: Skokie

River Oaks Center

River Oaks Center is known throughout south suburban Chicago and northwest Indiana as the center for quality shopping. Anchored by Marshall Field's, Carson Pirie Scott, JC Penny and Sears, River Oaks boasts more than 130 specialty stores.

CITY: Calumet City

Town Square Wheaton

Lifestyle shopping center with leading shops, restaurants & services including Barnes & Noble, Chico's, Victoria's Secret, Express, Banana Republic, Talbot's, Ann Taylor, William Sonoma, Corner Bakery, Starbucks and more!

CITY: Wheaton

Bengston Pumpkin Farm

The fall fun here includes tractor-pulled hayrack rides, a haunted barn, pig races, train rides, a petting zoo, kiddie rides, a three-acre corn maze, a Halloween shop, food and pumpkins.

CITY: Homer Glen

Downtown Wheaton Association

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Warm, friendly service is the hallmark of historic Downtown Wheaton. Stroll the tree-lined streets of this upscale retail and service district and delight in the quaint shops, award-winning restaurants, indulgent day spas and unique boutiques.

CITY: Wheaton

Macy's on State Street

Macy's on State Street is a quintessential Chicago experience. As one of the world's largest department store, the State Street location has been a Chicago destination for more than a century. Today, this flagship Macy's store covers an entire city block and features 10 floors of retail space, a variety of unique restaurants, annual signature special events and outstanding visitor services. Macy's on State Street is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains a leader in trends and merchandise--from beauty and fashion to home decor and entertaining. Visitors are eligible for 10% Visitor Savings Pass with appropriate identification.

CITY: Chicago

Sassoon Salon

More than just a flawless cut or extraordinary color, Sassoon Salon is a fusion of your personal style with our cutting and coloring expertise.

CITY: Chicago

Barney's New York

An emporium of style since 1923, Barneys is the go-to department store for celebrities and fashion mavens from all over the world.

CITY: Chicago

"Nuts on Clark"

For 35 years world famous Chicago icon offering popcorn, nuts & fine chocolate. Also located at O'Hare & Midway airport & Union Station. Order online.

CITY: Chicago

Chicago ShopWalk

Your personal stylist will bring you to the most unique boutiques that you won't find in any other city. Tours include a personal shopping stylist and perks like local treats and drinks, and discounts and gift certificates from the hottest boutiques.

CITY: Chicago

Art Gecko, Ltd.

Located in the Oak Park Arts District, we feature contemporary folk art, found object art and fine crafts created primarily with vintage, re-used, reworked, recycled and reclaimed materials. You will find truly unique, eco-friendly, "green" art and artful objects for yourself or for gift giving created by Lisa Nordstrom and other intriguing artists. Visit our website for current exhibits and special events.

CITY: Oak Park

Milk Handmade

Named best new boutique by Time Out Chicago, Milk Handmade is a women’s clothing boutique that specializes in small-run, handcrafted goods. Whether you’re looking for the softest tee, the perfect handbag, or your new favorite Saturday-night top, Milk has the one-of-a-kind piece for you. Come on in, hang out, and prepare to fall in love.

CITY: Chicago

Prodigy Glassworks, Inc.

Prodigy Glassworks is in the heart of the Oak Park Art's District at 207 Harrison St. Stop in to watch daily glass blowing demonstrations and to see our beautiful gallery offering unique hand-blown and fused pieces made by local artists. Classes are available weekly for adults and children ages 12+. Beginner classes offered Tuesdays from 6pm–9pm: $150/person, and Saturdays from 10am–1 pm: $150/person. Make your own paperweight Mondays and Thursdays from 12pm-5pm. Paperweights take approximately 30 minutes: $25 each for ages 12+. Call ahead to schedule at (708) 445-8000 or email us at info@prodigyglassworks.net. For a full list of class offerings see our website.

CITY: Oak Park

Oak Park Arts District

A unique collection of galleries, boutiques and restaurants on Harrison Street from Austin Blvd. to Elmwood Ave. in Oak Park, Illinois. Find one of a kind apparel, art, jewelry, beads and home accessories. Have a meal or a snack or specialty coffee drinks at the Buzz Café, or a meal and a cocktail at Trattoria 225. Dance and exercise studios, healing arts businesses, and hair salons are among the district's offerings. The nine blocks feature painted artist benches and public art throughout. Convenient to the Austin Blvd. exit from the Eisenhower Expressway, the Austin stop on the CTA Blue Line and Stop 17 on the Free Shuttle. Gallery hours vary -- call or check website for more information.

CITY: Oak Park

Flavour Cooking School

Flavour Cooking School is a unique and fabulous place to learn culinary techniques through a wide variety of hands-on and demonstration cooking classes. Visit our retail store, which showcases a wide variety of professional cookware, utensils and gourmet ingredients. Available for private events.

CITY: Forest Park

HouseRed

We at HouseRed are committed to providing our customers with an educational, enjoyable and cultural experience. Peruse our unique, hand-picked selection of wines from around the globe, ask us about hosting your next party or special event, take a class in the SchoolHouseRed series, attend an educational and fun wine tasting, come listen to live music -- the possibilities are endless!

CITY: Forest Park

Top Shop

This iconic British retailer will open its second U.S. location on Michigan Avenue in the Fall of 2011. The store will offer some of the world's most coveted brands at affordable prices.

CITY: Chicago

Chicago Botanic Gardens Farmers' Market

The Garden welcomes local, sustainable farmers and producers to this public farmers' market on the first and third Sundays of the month from June through October. Admission to the market is free to Garden visitors and will be held rain or shine. Visitors may purchase a special market bag from the Garden Shop to carry their purchases home.

CITY: Glencoe

Bead In Hand

An incredible selection of beads and beading supplies in a charming shop with knowledgeable staff. Everything for the beginner to the expert -- new and vintage beads, charms, chain, wire, findings, stringing materials and books. Beaded jewelry repair. Special events include birthday parties, celebrations for adults, classes, and activities for youth groups. Visit website for details.

CITY: Oak Park

Dreidels & More

Unique Judaic giftware and ritual items. Many imported from Israel and handmade.

CITY: Chicago

Baubo's Garden

Fine lingerie, sleepwear, foundations, bridal undergarments, accessories and more for the sophisticated woman. In Forest Park.

CITY: Forest Park

Ten Thousand Villages

Experience exquisite, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, home decor and gifts from around the world. Invest in education, housing and hope for villages in 33 countries. Each store operates as a cooperative with its own board of directors, and provides vital, fair income to people in developing countries by marketing their handicrafts and telling their stories.

CITY: Oak Park

New Metal Crafts

Vast showroom of finest quality antique lighting and reproductions. Also distributing all major lighting lines. Additional warehouse of antique lighting in vicinity. Centrally located. Free parking.

CITY: Chicago

Lego Store Michigan Avenue

Located on Michigan Avenue at Westfield Shoppingtown North Bridge on the third floor, Children's Level. A LEGO mural of the Chicago City skyline was created at grand opening with the help of local Chicago area kids and is proudly on display at the mall. A second LEGO mural was the product of a building event, hosted by the store, where area kids helped to create a mosaic of Harry Potter and friends.

CITY: Chicago

Villa Park French Market

The Villa Park French Market offers a wide variety of items including fresh flowers, fresh produce, hand-made soaps, pottery and more. The French Market is located on Park Boulevard, immediately west of Ardmore, by the gazebo. The French Market is accessible by the Prairie Path. Bensidoun USA, the market managers, bring vendors that sell goods that they have grown or manufactured. Residents and community groups are welcome every Sunday, May through October. The Bensidoun Group hopes to create the sense of community found in markets in France, providing community residents with a place to gather, socialize and purchase quality goods at reasonable prices.

CITY: Villa Park