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Offices @ CoLab
900 Chicago Ave., Ste. 104
Evanston, IL 60202
- holiday shopping trolley, November 30th 11am-3pm 
- WHAT'S HAPPENING IN STORES!- Nov 29-DEC1 - Get Your Free Souvenir Shopping Bag - at the following stores: - TIBETGift, 828 Dempster St
- Skylight Vintage, 812 Dempster St
- Secret Treasures, 605 Dempster St
- Shaker Traditions, 609 Dempster St
- Murphy's Fit, 513 Dempster St
- niceLena & Friends, 1235 Chicago Ave
- Junior League Thrift House, 920 Chicago Ave
- Chicago-Main Newsstand, 860 Chicago Ave
- Booked, 506 Main St
- Belgian Chocolatier Piron, 509 Main St
- Squeezebox Books & Music, 743 Main St
- Classy Closet Consignment, 701 Washington St
 - SBS Gift Bag Giveway - Nov 30, 2pm-4pm - Maison du Prince - 1239 Chicago Ave - Spend $100 at Main-Dempster Mile stores and get a gift bag! First 100 shoppers with receipts can claim their bag between 2pm-4pm at Maison du Prince while supplies last. (sorry, Downtown stores don't count, but they have an amazing promotion happening in Downtown too!) - Holiday Trolley on Small Business Saturday! - November 30, 11am-3pm - Holiday Trolley runs between MDM and Downtown Evanston! See the trolley map and schedule at THIS LINK. - FREE PARKING INSTRUCTIONS - To access this promotion, follow these easy steps: - Step 1: Download the Park Evanston app, available for both iOS and Android devices - Step 2: Start your parking session through the app - Step 3: Tap "Redeem" and enter the validation code: Holiday2024 - Free parking is only available through the mobile app. Payment is required if using a pay box. - Pink & Tan - 604 Dempster St - We’re thrilled to invite you to a pop-up event showcasing beautiful, handcrafted homewares and objects from Takaoka, Japan! Since the Edo era when the Maeda clan assembled a cadre of the best metal artisans in Japan, Takaoka has been the epicenter of metal crafts, known for its exquisite craftsmanship, combining traditional techniques with modern design to create pieces that are both functional and stunning. 
 We will be presenting our curated selection of brass, iron, aluminum and bronze objects selected during a recent sourcing trip to Takaoka with Jetro and Chicago store Wilderhouse in October.- Ahimsa Yoga Studio - 614 Dempster St - The best time to invest in your wellness is NOW! 
 🖤 Annual Unlimited: $1400
 🖤 6-Month Unlimited: $750
 PLUS:
 ✨ 9-15 Buddy Passes (3 extra!)
 ✨ 15% off retail items
 ✨ Member discounts
 ✨ $50 gift card
 ✨ Ahimsa Goody Bag
 📅 Limited time only! Secure your deal today. Sign up on our website.- Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry - 1244 Chicago Ave - NEW COLLECTION LAUNCH "Inspired by the Heavens": My inspiration for our latest series of necklaces has been coming from the sky and the heavens. The clouds in their infinite variation and the stars in the night sky have been inspiring humanity for centuries. Here are a few interpretations that we have created to inspire you on your journey. - Grandmont Street Retail + Lotts Collab - 1309 Chicago Ave - Grandmont Street Studio will be open to shoppers at 11am on November 30th! Plus, come browse the Lotts+Grandmont Street collaboration on November 30th from 4-6pm at the Grandmont Street Studio. Lotts platter will be available for purchase (as will more of Julia’s beautiful work!) and there will be good tunes and cookies and cheer. - La Principal & Oskar - 700 Main St / 832 Custer - Now, through December 31, purchase $100 in gift - cards and get a bonus - $25 gift-card ON US! - In store - pop in and we'll - add $25 to your $100 - purchase - Online - load up $125 in - gift cards and enter the promo code - GCHOLIDAY2024 and enjoy! - No expiration, no gimmick, no nonsense - Mix and match denominations - Send them to multiple friends and family - It's just a no hassle "THANK YOU" gift this holiday season - Luna Delgado Botanicals - 800 Dempster St - In appreciation for all of our local customers, we are waiving shipping fees until December 31st 2024 when you shop in our store at 800 Dempster St, Evanston IL! 
 We encourage you to buy local and support small businesses.
 Bring your address book and we will help curate your gifts with you!
- SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY WEEKEND - November 29 - December 1 - Spend $100 on the Mile and redeem your receipts for a gift bag on Saturday November 30 (pickup locations TBA)
- Free Holiday Shopping Bags on Saturday 11/30 at participating stores (map of locations coming)
- See in-store events and promotions below.
- NEW THIS YEAR! Holiday Trolley between MDM and Downtown Evanston.
 
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