The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
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We ventured out of downtown Chicago during our spring break trip to the Windy City and decided to take the train out to the Wicker Park neighborhood, One of our goals on every vacation is to visit at least one local, non-chain bookstore, and Myopic Books was at the top of our list for Chicago. The folks behind the counter were super-helpful, and when I listed the genres and authors in which I was interested, one of them escorted me directly to the shelves in the basement where I could find what I was looking for--while explaining that the mystery section was in the former vault of the business that used to occupy the building. My wife, daughter, and I spent a half an hour browsing the shelves on three different levels, and we left with three or four used books to add to our bulging bookshelves at home. This is a fine bookstore, with the best part being the helpful and friendly staff who run the place.
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Shuga Records is a Chicago-based record store and record label specializing in new and vintage rock, jazz, punk, hip-hop, electronic, psychedelic, metal vinyl records and posters. Every week we feature a live in-store music and artist meet-n-greet / signing events. Browse thousands of new artists in an upscale environment with murals painted by local artists on every wall.
Necklaces and jewelry by the Big City Bumpkin, featuring city map necklaces and resin state charms, crystal and stone pieces, terrarium style necklaces, and MLB game used baseball pieces in cuff links, necklaces, and earrings. Rotating featured artists (painters, photographers, etc.) on display.
One Strange Bird is an event space/art studio that markets a carefully curated selection of apparel, accessories, and gifts from local and national designers. The art studio offers a welcoming environment. It's the perfect place to express your creative side and unwind after a long work week. A wide variety of classes from terrarium building, painting, print making, collage are offered. Additionally, the studio offers kid’s art summer camps, private events and parties. Next time you are near Division Street stop in to check out the handmade jewelry, Chicago gifts, baby presents, natural bath and body products, funny stationary and hand poured candles that are featured in the front of the shop. In the back studio you might find Emily creating unique apparel, jewelry, and homewares.
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