Featured Valentine's Day window display can be seen at Careful Peach in Oak Park
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Glittery Necklace - Something to make her eyes glitter even more than they already do. Necklace from the Elisabetta Ricciardi collection at Muse in Oak Park, $172
Patricia Locke Collection - A heart of gems for the one who holds your heart. Give with its coordinating pendant and bracelet. Camille Et Famille, Forest Park, $133, $136, $163
Some things are just exactly her style. Madison Street Shoes, Forest Park, $38
Claddagh Ring - Tradition. Love, Loyalty and Friendship. The Irish Shop, Oak Park, 18k gold with emeralds and diamond, $1,850
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Is there a better way to say I love you than with local, artisan, delectable chocolate? River Forest Chocolates, River Forest, Prices vary. You are simply Divine! Fair Trade Chocolate from Ten Thousand Villages, Oak Park, $7.95
Chocolate need not always be sweet. Make a love-inspired savory dish with this Dark Chocolate Balsamic from Olive & Well, Oak Park, $16.95 for 375ml, $31 for 750ml
Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Sauce - Give your valentine a handpacked carton of gelato from Mancinis with this truly delectable chocolate sauce. Be sure you include the spoon. Olive & Well, Oak Park, $7.95
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Chocolate Lollipops - Just the perfect thing for a bus stop friend. River Forest Chocolates, River Forest Pig Chocolate Box - The perfect prize for your neighbor and friend, Schauers Hallmark, Forest Park
Harney Chocolates - A love-inspired cup of tea infused with chocolate. Coveny Lane, Riverside, $4
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Day I want I love you to stick just a little bit more than on other days. Small acts of kindness in the form of a Valentine note, a friendly call, or a cupcake placed in friendship on a co-workers desk can go a long way to making someone feel renewed, loved and accepted. After all, we are all human and we all want to feel cared-for. Valentines Day is the perfect day to take action. Let the people in your life know that you love them this Valentines Day, renew your relationships and make the holiday a fantastic one. We hope you enjoy this small sampling of gift suggestions to help you say it big on Valentines Day. Be sure you check out OakPark.com too, we have added items we still love that just couldnt quite fit onto the paper page.
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Figurine in Box - One fairer than my love? The all-seeing sun neer saw her match since rst the world begun. Divine Consign, Oak Park, $25.29
Wooden Box w/Tree - And this, our life, exempt from public haunt, nds tongues in trees, books in the running brooks, sermons in stones, and good in everything. Coveny Lane, Riverside, $10.50
Wooden Heart People -When I saw you I fell in love, and you smiled because you knew. Ten Thousand Villages, Oak Park, $20
Shall I compare thee to a summers day? Thou art more lovely and more temperate. Write your own sonnet and include the pen. Pieritz, Oak Park, Filoni, Oak Park, $24.95
Treasure Candle - We know what we are, but not what we may be. The candle melts and surprises are revealed. Fitzgeralds Fine Stationery, Oak Park, Pink $20, White $15.50
When words are scarce, they are seldom spent in vain. Antique leather bound Julius Caesar Shakespeare necklace by artist Petrushka. Filoni, Oak Park, $290
Shakespeares Sonnet - Give Shakespeares ode to love and highlight the lines that move you to love. The Book Table, Oak Park
Fairy Copper dcor - Hand in hand with fairy grace will we sing and bless this place. Give your love a bit of fairy magic. Be sure to include some pixie dust. Filoni, Oak Park
High Heel Sprinkles - As long as you move gracefully, look handsome, and say nothing, Im yours for the dance. Chocolate shoes from River Forest Chocolates, River Forest
Red Heart Record & Elvis - If music be the food of love, play on! Vals Halla, Oak Park,
Shakespeare Magnetic Poetry - Be your own bard. The Book Table, Oak Park
Angel Ornaments - Cupid laid by his brand, and fell asleep. Divine Consign, Oak Park
Willow Tree Women Roses - A rose by any other name would smell as sweet. Schauers Hallmark, Forest Park, $22
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You Smell Soap - Maybe you should include a card that also says, You Smell DIVINE. Fitzgeralds Fine Stationery, Oak Park, $8
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Hes the cutest cupid pig ever! Check out ForestParkReview.com for a video of his dance moves! Schauers Hallmark, Forest Park, $15.95
Love Potion #8. A far superior blend, sure to lure the tentative Valentine. Available at Artisans & Crafters Unique Boutique of the Oak Park Womens Exchange, Oak Park, $9.50
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Surf n Turf shrimp, beef medallions, poblano peppers, onions, pomodoro, buffalo sauce, garlic, with white wine. Tilapia with lemon caper sauce served with mashed potato and brocollini. Salmon with Mussels spinach, mushrooms, cherry tomato, and chopped garlic. Dessert Oreo crust cheesecake topped with strawberry sauce. Complimentary glass of champagne with a purchase of any entre.
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-Pan-seared Herbed Polenta Cakes with Caramelized Onions, Candied Walnuts served over Organic Arugula -Steamed Prince Edward Island Mussels with Garlic, White Wine, Parsley And Butter -T uscan Baked Onion Soup - Poached Pear Salad with Gorgonzola Crumbles, Candied Walnuts Over Arugula with Lemon Vinaigrette
Put A Ring on my Finger - Nest Vintage Modern, Brookeld, $14 You have my heart - lock & key. Art Gecko, Oak Park, $24
-Sauted Salmon Filet Topped with Spinach Cream Sauce, served with Polenta -Braised Short Ribs served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes - House Made Ravioli stuffed with Smoked Duck topped with Caramelized Onion and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce -Vegan Sun-dried Tomato, Walnuts and Penne Pasta tossed with Garlic, Basil and Seared Tofu.
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o you dont know Southtown?! Youre missing out. Southtown consists of the 800-900 blocks of South Oak Park Avenue. Did you know in the past year (yes, one year) the businesses of Southtown have contributed more than $250,000 to local charities. Its true. Philanthropy runs amok throughout all of the business in Southtown. As independent entrepreneurs, Southtown businesses understand the important connection between local businesses and the Community. Did you know that Southtown has a variety of restaurants to satisfy even the most finicky palate? Kinderhook Tap was chosen by Chicago Magazine as one of the Top Ten Hottest Restaurants in Chicago. This Cheers-like gastropub has the finest variety of specialty beers, thoughtful cuisine and an energetic atmosphere. Kinderhook Tap is the friendliest restaurant I know. The food is amazing and I love their rotating selection of specialty beers. If you havent eaten here, youre missing a lot!, -Steve Simpson, Elmhurst, Illinois. Visit Kinderhook Tap at www.KinderhookTap. com. Kinderhook Tap is located at 800 S. Oak Park Ave. We all know the Avenue Ale House is a great place to grab Chicagos Best Wings (Chicago Tribune) and Chicagos Best Sangria (190 North). But, I dont think everybody knows that you can watch almost any sporting event at the Avenue Ale House. There are at least 15 TVs including the 15 x 20 TV in the main dining room. The atmosphere is electric. Jim Doughtery, River Forest, Illinois. Visit the Avenue Ale House at www.AvenueAleHouse.com. Its located at 825 S. Oak Park Ave. What if your taste buds run to the more exotic? The Sen Sushi Bar is widely-recognized as the finest Sushi Bar in the area winning the prestigious Bib Gourmand Award. Sen Sushi Bar is one of only two Michelin rated restaurants in Oak Park. Started by the son of the owner of Mama Thai, Sen Sushi Bar features cuisine imported from Japan. Chef/owner, Tony Slip, formerly of Tsunami in Chicago, creates a variety of sushi magic on a daily basis. The restaurant is simply one of our favorites. We drive from the suburbs specifically to visit Sen Sushi the food and atmosphere cant be beat. Jeanine and Mark Consuelo, LaGrange, Illinois. Visit Sen Sushi Bar at 814 S. Oak Park Ave. www. SenSushiBar.com. Then there is Taste of Brasil. Serving authentic Brazilian food, this jewel of Southtown has a 5-star Yelp rating. In addition to mouth-watering Coxinha, Taste of Brasil also features a display wall of fresh baked snacks for takeout. I love Taste of Brasil. We used to have Wednesday Sandwich night, now it is all about Brasil. My kids love it. The food is amazing and the prices are excellent., Linda Sabatino, Oak Park. Visit Taste of Brasil at 906 S. Oak Park Avenue. www. TasteofBrasilCafe.com.
Did you know Southtown is full of exciting shopping? Since moving into its new 10,000 sq ft showroom at 809 S. Oak Park Avenue, in September, Divine Consign has been causing quite a stir. Divine Consign, chosen as Best New Consignment Store by Chicago Home + Garden Magazine, has also been featured on 190 North and Bring it Home. Furniture consignment is a relatively new concept in Chicago and Divine Consign has done it right. Its more than shopping. It is an experience. If you havent visited Divine Consign, you dont know what you are missing. The furniture is amazing, but the prices are the star. I love Divine Consign. I have furnished by entire home here. Ellen Palanca, Oak Park. Visit Divine Consign at www. DivineConsign.com. Have you visited Unique Boutique (f/k/a/ The Oak Park Womens Exchange)? It is a not-for-profit marketplace that gives local artisans a place to showcase and sell their artwork. This unique shop features a full spectrum of fine handcrafted gifts, including original one of a kind beaded jewelry, fused glass art pieces, hand knitted items, unique baby gifts, hand crafted doll clothes, award winning quilts, artisan soaps, painted glassware, floral arrangements and much more. The Unique Boutique really is the definition of community. The profits go to support local charity Project Linus. This really is a special Boutique, Theresa Daley, Elmwood Park, Illinois. Visit the Oak Park Womens Exchange at 839 S. Oak Park Ave. www.OPWE.org. Southtown is also home to one of the Trendiest Clothing Boutiques in all of Oak Park. Chic Chicks Boutique features the hottest clothing styles for women at reasonable
prices. I love Chic Chicks Boutique! They always have something new and they are always on trend. The staff is so friendly and helpful. They are always willing to lend a hand putting the perfect outfit together. Lana Overton, Oak Park. You can visit Chic Chicks Boutique at 819 S. Oak Park Avenue. www.facebook.com/CCB819. What if you need a little pampering? Southtown is the home of Monicas Skin Care Boutique voted as Oak Parks choice for Best Spa. Monicas Skin Care specializes in relaxing skin care, facials, problem skin and beauty treatments. Monica, who began her career working with models, developed and taught a curriculum at South Suburban College before opening her own Boutique. And her clients couldnt be happier! That was one of the most relaxing moments Ive ever had and one of the best facials ever. Kate Mahooney. You can visit Monicas Skin Care at 816 S. Oak Park Avenue. www.mhskincare.com. Time to get away? Pay a visit to Southtowns Vacation Therapists, Tan Travel. Tan Travel specializes in all things travel winning five prestigious awards including the soughtafter Uniglobe Million Dollar Producer Awards in 2010 and 2011. Tan Travel has planned every Spring Break for me and my family for the last 7 years. I trust them. I always know that my vacation will be planned right with no complications. They pay attention to every detail. Lindsay Marquardt, Oak Brook, Illinois. Visit Tan Travel at 964 S. Oak Park Avenue. www.facebook.com/TanTrvl. There, now you know Southtown. Well, what are you waiting for? Come visit us!
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Oak Park Womens Exchange 839 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 848-4693 www.opwe.org Olive & Well 133 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-4230 www.oliveandwell.com One Stop Comics 111 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-2287 www.onestopcomics.net Past Reflections 3748 Grand Blvd., Brookfield, IL 60513 (708) 543-3300 www.pastreflectionsnfp.org Pieritz Brothers Inc. 401 S. Blvd. #4, Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-8710 www.pieritz.net River Forest Chocolates 7577 Lake St., River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 2063-9337 www.riverforestchocolates.com Schauers Hallmark 7443 W. Madison St., Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 771-7761 Ten Thousand Villages 121 N. Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-4572 www.oakpark.tenthousandvillages.com The Book Table 1045 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-9800 www.booktable.net The Irish Shop 100 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 445-1149 www.theirishshop-online.com Vals Halla Records 239 Harrison St., Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 524-1004 www.valshallarecords.com
Restaurants. Shopping. Public transportation. Easy access to amenities is one of many great things about living in Oak Park. With the opening of Premier Dermatologys Oak Park ofce in June 2012, now you can add a great new choice for rst-rate skin care to that list. Our dermatologistsincluding longtime Oak Park resident Dr. Matthew Kelleherare all board certied and proud to deliver advanced, highly personalized cosmetic and medical skin care. Theyre also proud to now call Oak Park home. New Patient Special: FREE full size Latisse ($120 value) with a cosmetic consult and treatment. Limited time offer.
Ferrara Pan Candy Co. 7301 Harrison St., Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-0500 www.ferrarausa.com Filoni 131 N. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 445-9360 Fitzgeralds Fine Stationary 1100 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 445-8077 www.fitzgeraldsstationery.com Madison St. Shoes 7500 Madison St., Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 488-2190 www.madisonstreetshoes.com
Specializes in medical dermatology including the Mohs technique for treating complex skin cancers.
Magic Tree Bookstore 141 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-0770 www.magictreebooks.com Muse 106 N. Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 948-7052 www.museoakpark.com Nest Vintage Modern 3750 Grand Blvd., Brookfield, IL 60513 (708) 493-4127 www.nestvintagemodern.com
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