2008 Chicago Official Visitors Guide - (Page 24) choosechicago.com shopping In a city known for its abundance of boutiques and upscale national chains, an excuse to splurge is waiting in shop windows around every corner, whether you choose to take a trip down the Magnificent Mile or seek out unique shopping in other parts of the city. Art Galleries/ Antiques Arts & Artisans, Ltd. One of downPhotography: ©Denise Chambers/Weaver, ©Plein Aire town’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, artfully crafted jewelry, functional and decorative ceramics, finely woven wearables and exquisite paintings and prints. 321 N. Michigan Ave., 312-541-1951 www.artsartisans.com Chicago Antique Market 2008 dates include: May 24–25, June 28–29, July 26–27, Aug. 30–31, Sept. 27–28 and Oct. 25–26. Travel + Leisure and Lucky Magazine rave about this beautiful indoor/outdoor European-style antiques and collectibles market in the trendy and historic West Loop. Enormous array of items in all price ranges plus the Indie Designer Fashion Market for emerging designer wearables. Sat. noon–6pm; Sun. 9am–4pm, rain or shine. $8; under 12 free. Free trolley shuttles from Water Tower Place every hour on the hour until 4pm. 1350 Block of W. Randolph St. Between Ada St. and Ogden Ave. 312-951-9939 www.chicagoantiquemarket.com 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. Mon.–Fri. 9am–5pm; Sat. 9am–12:30pm. 812 N. Wells St., 312-787-6991 www.newmetalcrafts.com River East Art Center Chicago’s newest multi-arts destination features fine art galleries, artists’ studio space, traveling exhibitions, performance venues, facility rental, art and architectural cruises and a learning center, which offers hands-on workshops and classes. 435 E. Illinois St., Ste. 030 312-321-1001, www.rivereastartcenter.com Candy/Nut and Popcorn Stores Garrett Popcorn Shops A Chicago favorite since 1949. Visit any of our five downtown shops or order online. Rated “the best in the world” by food critic Michael Stern. 26 W. Randolph St., 312-201-0511 www.garrettpopcorn.com Balloons American Balloon Company Event balloon decor, corporate logo imprinting, arches and columns, balloon drops. If you need a balloon, we are the company for you. More than 15 years working for you. PO Box 440062, 773-334-5304 www.americanballooncompany.com Cigars Iwan Ries & Co. 150 years — five generations — one family. Thousands of pipes. Hundreds of cigars. The city’s finest selection of smoking accessories. A true Chicago landmark since 1857. Free delivery to downtown hotels. Mon.–Fri. 9am–5:30pm; Sat. 9am–5pm. Closed Sun. 19 S. Wabash Ave. Second Fl., 312-372-1306 www.iwanries.com pg 24 £ Two ways to get more information: call 1-877-CHICAGO or go to choosechicago.com http://choosechicago.com http://choosechicago.com
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