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This isn't your average book store. For a small store, of course they don't have a huge number of...
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This isn't your average book store. For a small store, of course they don't have a huge number of books. Their inventory focuses mainly on books based on African & African-American culture. What makes them so unique are their variety of oils, soaps, t-shirts, masks, sculptures, and other specialty items. They also have numerous events each month from book signings to discusions on community issues. It's a great place that brings people together to learn more about their culture, be expressive, and participate in a dialogue where they can be proactive within the community.
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Afri-Ware Inc
Category:
Books
948 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
(708) 524-8398
This store specializes in african ware. They have imports from africa. They have anything to do...
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This store specializes in african ware. They have imports from africa. They have anything to do with the african coulture. They have books, knick knacks, clothes, jewelry, and many more things. If you are intersested in afican art or coulture, then this is th eplace to go. It is fun and educational just to browse.
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Alphabet Soup
Category:
Gift Shops
1107 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
(708) 848-0300
Alphabet Shop is an awesome shop that carries a variety of gifts and home items. And its seasonal...
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Alphabet Shop is an awesome shop that carries a variety of gifts and home items. And its seasonal decorations warrants a special trip (even if it is just window shopping) each holiday season and beyond (e.g. Christmas, Halloween). You can find lotions, candles, cards, lamps, chess sets, figurines, jewelry, wall art, etc. Its inventory is ever changing. With the movement of chain stores arriving in the OP/RF area, the shop provides a little getaway from the commercial world.
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Barbara's Bookstore is a nice alternative to the huge chains like B&N or Border's. Barbara's...
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Barbara's Bookstore is a nice alternative to the huge chains like B&N or Border's. Barbara's started out in Oak Park many years ago, and they are still going strong. They always have a lot of titles in stock, and tend to carry a few more "unknown" authors than you would find at the large chain stores. In addition, they always have some kind of sale going on, so you can find discount books all the time. It's a nice place to go and browse for books.
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Barley Twist Llc
Category:
Antiques & Collectibles
144 N Oak Park Ave
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
(708) 445-0100
It's a very cool looking place with a few interesting items.There are some people that find this...
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It's a very cool looking place with a few interesting items.There are some people that find this kind of place the bomb, but I'm not really into this sort of thing. As a matter of fact, I always joke around that the only difference between "antiques" and junk is the price! Hey, I have some "antiques" around my aparment if anyone is interested :) I can sell 'em to you for five times the cost!
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Baskin-Robbins
Category:
Family Restaurants
6820 Roosevelt Rd
Oak Park,
Illinois 60304
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Bead In Hand
Category:
Beads Decor
145 Harrison St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60304
(708) 848-1761
When I first discovered this quaint store tucked among the art galleries of Harrison street I was...
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When I first discovered this quaint store tucked among the art galleries of Harrison street I was a total novice. I had just barley gotten my feet wet in jewelry making. Well years later I now have much more experience in this field, in part due to Bead in Hand.
Bead in Hand offers lots of classes- for beginners or experienced crafters. The class sizes are small and you get plenty of individual attention. They have a great revolving stock and there is always something new in. If you don't do the craft thing you can even pick out some beads and they will make something small for you while you wait. And don't be afraid to ask questions if you are just starting out- many of the staff members are very experienced and can handle most questions.
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Benetton
Category:
Women's Clothing
1020 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
When it comes to clothes I am normally a bargain hunter and I really do begrudge parting with a...
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When it comes to clothes I am normally a bargain hunter and I really do begrudge parting with a lot of my money for just one piece of clothing. But with this store I dont mind at all. Their clothes are of the highest quality. Their prices are expensive for their clothing and accessories. But with Benettons clothes they last a long long time no matter how many times you wear and wash them. The same goes for their accessories with their durability. This store is highly recommended.
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