THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL? Whatever makes your spirits bright. No matter what you celebrate, the holidays this year are about celebrating the ones we love. The good news is our curated local guide will help make gift-giving a whole lot easier and fun this year. We gathered up gift ideas from around Edgewater in a variety of categories – from coffee and games to fitness classes and books, there is something for everyone. You’ll find a unique gift that will spark joy for everyone on your list. P.S. You may even find a few ideas for yourself!
COMFORT FOOD & DRINK
METROPOLIS 1039 W GRANVILLE In-store or online metropoliscoffee.com Hullabaloo Coffee and Mug Set Hullabaloo is Metropolis’ yearly holiday blend, and this year it’s a 50/50 blend of Papua New Guinea Kunjin & Ethiopia Limu. This warming, festive blend makes the perfect gift for coffee and holiday lovers alike. Take 20% off gift card purchases from November 27-December 24. $26
KYOTO BLACK COFFEE 1445 W DEVON AVE In-store or online kyotostylecoffee.com Cold Brew Single Pouch If you know a coffee lover that likes smooth and bold flavors, Kyoto Black is the perfect gift! It has great classic flavors of Cognac, Stout Beer and Shaved Dark Chocolate. It is low acid, low bitterness and naturally sweet. $39.95
6034 N BROADWAY In-store, by phone or online edgeofsweetness.com Cookie Decorating Kits A fun indoor activity for friends, family or yourself! Great for birthdays, rainy days, get well, fun for all ages! Our kits contain everything you need to decorate cookies like a professional! $22
REWIRED 1100 W THORNDALE Online Rewiredcafe.com Pizza and Cocktail Kits These kits will help you create your own pizza party right at home! Choose one, or try all three with a Take & Bake Pizza Kit, Make your Own Dough Kit and a Holiday Cocktail Kit. This is an excellent gift for friends and neighbors. $10-$65
COMFORT FOOD & DRINK
EDGE OF SWEETNESS
HAPPY MONDAY COFFEE 1307 W HOLLYWOOD Online happymondaycoffee.com House Colombian Buy One get 2nd 50% off Wake them up on holiday mornings with freshly roasted coffee, roasted locally by Happy Monday Coffee Roasters. Buy a wholesale bag and a limited edition All City coffee and you will receive 50% off with the code EDGEWATERLOVE at checkout! $10-$25
HELIX CAFE 6237 N CLARK Online helixchicago.com/online-store Helix Cafe Tranquility Gift Set Support Helix’s mission to bring innovative, hands-on, transformative education to students and families across Chicagoland and delight the caffeine addict in your family! Their energizing gift set includes one bag of Chicago roasted Moonbat Blend from Halfwit Coffee, a 1.5-liter package of cold brew concentrate from Kyoto Black in Chicago (that makes 3 liters of cold brew!), and 15 servings of Rishi Tea’s charging English Breakfast Tea. $55
6056 N BROADWAY In Store lickitysplitchicago.com The Sweet Gift The perfect gift for your loved ones with a sweet tooth! Lickity Split will help you put together a mix of classic candy favorites or artisanally made confections. Not sure what they prefer? Gift certificates are available so they can let their inner child go wild! $25-$100
What would you recommend your customers to get if they’re looking for gift ideas from Lickity?
We have gift cards, which are probably the easiest and best way to give a gift. They don’t expire, so everybody likes to have gift cards in their stocking. Otherwise, it can definitely be gourmet chocolate. We can wrap them in some beautiful gift boxes or put together a nice tray of cupcakes! Kenneth Anderson / Lickity Split
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LICKITY SPLIT
FUN & GAMES
DICE DOJO, CHICAGOLAND GAMES 5550 N BROADWAY In-Store or Curbside Pickup dicedojogames.com Wingspan Game Wingspan is one of the hottest board games available today. It appeals to new gamers and hardcore players alike with its beautiful components, excellent gameplay, and unique avian theme. Featured in a New York Times article for its wonderful origin story. The perfect gift for a family game night! $59.99
What brings you the most joy during the holidays?
Being able to help people find what they want, pairing them with games they sync with and share with somebody else is pretty special. Lexx Dunning / Dice Dojo
UNCOMMON GROUND EDGEWATER 1401 W DEVON In-store or online uncommonground.com Live music and excellent food Give the gift of live music, organic dining and Greenstar Brewing selections all with one gift card. There’s an added stocking stuffer for you or a friend with the purchase of $100 or more! $100
CHICAGO MOSAIC SCHOOL 1127 W GRANVILLE In-store or online chicagomosaicschool.org Holiday Ornament Kit Make a unique ornament at home! Great for all ages. You will get: 1 handmade ceramic ornament, precut glass and elements, epoxy, gloves and step-by-step instructions included. There are three styles to choose from. Create something together apart! You can also turn this kit into an online private workshop for a group with live instruction via Zoom from one of our teachers! $25
THEATRE IN THE DARK Online theatreinthedark.com Set of 4 Tickets Links In this holiday season of isolation, we need community now more than ever. Log in with a friend or loved one for a live audio re-telling of Charles Dickens’ immortal holiday classic, perfect for those who love the spookier elements of Scrooge’s ghostly journey through darkness. Audiences are encouraged to create dark, cozy spaces for themselves within their own homes, and coordinate remote ‘listening groups’ with friends and family for a holiday event which unites us even while we’re apart! Playing for 10 special performances December 10-24, 2020 $100
HEALTH & WELLNESS
SCHOOL OF MARTIAL ARTS 5544 N BROADWAY In-store or by phone tkdinchicago.com One Month of Classes & Uniform Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art, characterized by its emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques. A great way to exercise and build confidence. This gift is an excellent winter activity. $99
B&W GYM 5920 N RIDGE In person, cash or check only Gift of Fitness Inspire family and friends with a gift of fitness with a trial membership to B&W GYM. This holiday deal offers a one month gift membership or four months, both at an amazing disount. $42 and $126
CURVES 1354 W DEVON By Phone at 773-338-0969 wellnessliving.com/fitness/ chicago/chicagoil-edgewater Online Subscription Membership Give the gift of virtual classes from Curves! No Enrollment fee or long term commitment. Add the Resistance Band for just $30. $25 - $30
6033 N SHERIDAN RD In-store bezztraining.com All Access Gift Package This is a great opportunity to try all of the Bezz Training classes with a 3-month unlimited access membership that includes: Tabata Morning, Kettlebell Blast, Total Body Sculpt, Restorative Stretch, Boxing and HIIT (Premium Quattro classes excluded). All of these classes are online, if not available inperson. $199
THE STUDIO AT THE CENTER FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH 6054 N BROADWAY Contact admin@thestudiowf.com to purchase or online thestudiowf.com/schedule Gift of Movement Rocking and Rolling to Release™ is a movement class that uses your body plus small balls to release fascia and muscles with gentle rocking and rolling movements. Help everyone move into the holiday season feeling relaxed and stress free! This package of 5 Rocking and Rolling to Release™ virtual classes includes the equipment ball. $116
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BEZZ TRAINING
SELF CARE
SALON ECHO 1134 W BRYN MAWR In-store or by phone 773-989-2358 salonecho.com Custom Gift Sets Let Salon Echo create the perfect gift set of products and services to pamper your friends and family. There’s also a free Aveda Lip Gloss for you with a purchase of $150. $150
What’s the best gift you’ve ever received or given?
Time. Time to spend with my loved ones, to catch up on sharing moments with extended family, to spend with clients, guests, my staff and find out what’s important to them. Maria Sigman / Salon Echo
AFRICAN SAFARI IMPORTS 1140 W BRYN MAWR In-store africansafariimports.com African and Indian Soaps Touted as a solution for breakouts, hyperpigmentation, stretch marks, and everything in between, black soap is the ultimate beauty buy and a one-size-fits-all approach to flawless skin. Fill the stocking this year with this and other exotic selections. $4-$18
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HEIRLOOM BOOKS 6239 N CLARK In-store or online bookshop.org/shop/heirloombooks 20% off all books Find the perfect gift for your favorite avid reader of any age. Heirloom books has an amazing selection of rare, used and classic books in their cozy and warm shop or you can browse titles online. $10-$150
LOOM CHICAGO 6333 N CLARK In-store or online loomchicago.com Beautifully Handmade Infinity Scarves All of Loom’s products are handmade by women who have fled violence, war and persecution to start new lives here in Chicago. This is a gift that will warm your heart as well as the wearer. Use offer code EDGE to receive free shipping. Contactless delivery and curbside pick up as well as limited in-person shopping hours are available. $23.50
EDGEWATER CANDLES Available online edgewatercandles.com Limited Edition Holiday Candles For a limited time only, enjoy Crushed Peppermint and Hot Cocoa, two brand new scents, made in Edgewater. These candles are sure to become a holiday favorite. $60
VERN + VERA 5856 N BROADWAY In-store or online vernandvera.com Abstract Hanging Sculptures by D’lisa Creager These handmade sculptures by D’lisa Creage are created with very fine copper wire using a technique commonly known as “Viking Knit.” Viking Knit is an ancient wire weaving method originally used by the Nordics to create exquisite ornamentation. A truly unique addition to any collection. $2,000-$5,000
1055 W BRYN MAWR In-store or online soundoffdesign.com Limted Edition Snapback Hat As part of their holiday VARSITY drop, Soundoff has designed an exclusive, limited run series of snapbacks that are the perfect sartorial accessory to amp up everything from jeans and a t-shirt to chinos and a hoodie. $55
SCHOOL OF ROCK ANDERSONVILLE (IN EDGEWATER) 5600 N RIDGE Email or by phone Andersonville@schoolofrock.com or 72-810-ROCK schoolofrock.com Gift of Music Lessons If you know someone who has dreamed of playing an instrument, this is a great gift of encouragement. Gift Certificates for classes and lessons are available for any amount, with an added 10% off any purchase of $200 or more. $50-$200
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BARK BARK CLUB 5943 N BROADWAY In-store, by phone or online shop.barkbarkclub.com Six Point Chicago Flag Leashes and Collars Even pets have Chicago pride. Give your furry friend a way to show it off with leashes and collars featuring a hand sewn Chicago Flag. $27.99 - $31.99
HARMONY ART GLASS 6323 N CLARK Onsite or by phone at 773-743-2004 harmonyartglass.net Window Panels For a one of a kind gift for those who have everything, Harmony Art Glass Company has Victorian Style Panels and more available with some up to 50% off. Visit their gallery at 6321 North Clark Street or call for a consultation. $825-$1,600
Online succulentsamba.com The Corian Collection The Corian Collection is custom made using reclaimed and industrial materials. The vessels contain artistically arranged succulents such as the Alpine Glow, Traveling Jade, Elephant Plant, and Crassula Jitters. $125
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