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Monday, January 23, 2023John McGivern’s Main Streets
by John McGivern / PBS Wisconsin / January 19, 2023 Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood boasts a main street straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. John McGivern enjoys the German roots still present, but also finds many ethnicities in this diverse neighborhood. A few highlights include the Old Town School of Folk Music, Merz Apothecary, Gene’s Sausage and Timeless Toys. Watch HERE
Monday, November 28, 2022Here's what the average Chicagoan will spend this holiday season
by Ally Marotti / Crain's Chicago Business / November 23, 2022 It's the holiday season, and Chicagoans are wondering whether the most wonderful time of year might also mean an empty wallet. Chicagoans expect to spend $719 on their holiday shopping this year, according to data from business management consulting firm Accenture. That includes holiday travel, food purchases and shopping. Though Chicagoans' expected spending is lower than the national average of $770, it's still up 19.3% from last year's
Tuesday, May 17, 2022Lincoln Square’s Merz Apothecary Buys KOBO Candle Company, Will Move Production From New York To Chicago
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / May 17, 2022 Merz acquired KOBO Candles and plans to move its manufacturing operations from Saratoga Springs, New York to a warehouse in Avondale, about 2 miles from its Lincoln Square shop. LINCOLN SQUARE — Merz Apothecary will start making hand-poured soy candles and other luxury products as it expands its business with a new production facility in Avondale in August. It’s part of a long held dream Merz’s owners have to not just sell products but to produce
Tuesday, February 22, 2022Exploring Lincoln Square in Chicago
by Bob Glaze / Classic Chicago magazine / February 21, 2022 Chicago’s Lincoln Square is one of my favorite neighborhoods in the city. I always love exploring and walking the neighborhood. It has some great entertainment venues as well as some excellent shops, coffee bars and restaurants. There is usually ample parking on the street and in nearby lots, or you can easily take the Brown Line train to Western on the CTA “L.” My favorite spots include: Read more HERE
