The holiday season is upon us, and as we gear up for the festivities, there's no better way to spread joy than by supporting small businesses in our community. Chicago, with its vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, is home to a plethora of unique local shops, each offering a special touch to your holiday shopping experience.
To make your small business shopping experience even more delightful, Block Club Chicago has compiled the "Ultimate Guide to Shopping Local in Chicago for the Holidays in 2023." This guide is a treasure trove of unique and thoughtful gifts that showcase the talent and creativity of local artisans and entrepreneurs.
Explore the local businesses featured in Block Club Chicago's Small Business Gift Guide and discover the joy of giving back to the community that makes your holidays brighter.
Cook County Assessor Candidate Forum
SBAC Presents: Cook County Assessor Candidate Forum 2022 The SBAC and a robust number of business organizations held a candidate forum for Cook County Assessor. You can watch the forum and hear from Cook County Assessor Friz Kaegi, Commissioner Kari Steele and Mr. Tsatsoulis the individuals running for Cook County Assessor here! We have marked…
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“The program could be renewed for up to three if this run is successful,” Hadden wrote. Dining in the streets returns Friday to Rogers Park on Glenwood Avenue. This is a part of the Chicago Alfresco initiative, which seeks to create opportunities for long term community public spaces across Chicago. Small businesses are an integral…
REVITALIZATION IN THE NEWS: City Leaders Announce 15,000 Jobs for Teens and Young Adults
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