wicker park shopping – Made by Kids

Shop small biz and look for the orange dot

The next installment of Orange Dot First Fridays, the growing SSA program that celebrates small businesses that maintain the character of Wicker Park & Bucktown (WPB), is set for Friday, June 6th (participant & event info follows below). On the first Friday of every month from 5:00 pm until 10:00pm, the best in local design, dining & culture craft and collaborate to create unique presentations not found anywhere but Orange Dot in WPB. June’s edition of Orange Dot consists of 28 total participants in the neighborhood.

Local artists and art is the centerpiece of Orange Dot First Fridays. Galleries, studios, & arts venues feature installations, performances, & exhibitions from emerging artists to recall the neighborhood’s eclectic roots. WPB is defined and sustained by creative minds and eclectic small businesses. Orange Dot First Fridays showcases the artists and enterprises that give WPB its reputation.

Some of WPB’s most popular shops & designers will also host the retail experiences of the month, every month. At Orange Dot, people can find the latest styles, trunk shows from select fashion houses, recently unearthed vinyl, & curiosities from all ends of the earth. And because participating businesses are open late, attendees won’t even need to rush dinner and drinks.

Bars and restaurants are taking part, as well. WPB’s renowned culinary destinations will delight the senses with food & drink exclusive to Orange Dot. Fine cheeses, wines, & delicacies are presented alongside live music, guest chefs, and unparalleled neighborhood collaborations each month.

The WPB neighborhood is presenting a truly unique evening to Chicago on the first Friday of each month, every month, as only WPB can. Forget painting the town red – paint it Orange!

Below are a few examples of what’s going on at the June Orange Dot First Friday. For a complete listing of all 28 participants, including event details, visit http://www.wickerparkbucktown.com/neighborhood-events/orange-dot-first-fridays-in-wicker-park-bucktown

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Simona Callá Division Street

Simona Callá
2124 W Division
http://www.simonacalla.com/

New Handbag Line Release, April 1
Simona Callá, the newest boutique to come to Division Street, is releasing their second line of handbags that will liven up all spring wardrobes awakening from the long winter hibernation. The line is made up of pastels to brighter colors including some lovely artistic prints and woven patterns. Most of the line is made of vegan leather and nylon materials that are eco and animal friendly, light weight and easy to care for.

Since their opening five months ago they have been welcomed to the neighborhood by repeat clients who have fallen for their fun, fashionable and functional pieces at great price points as bags are under $200.00. Carmen Boada (owner) and Katherine Loftus are the two ladies in this handbag shop and ready to introduce you to their collection and shop with you to find the perfect bag for yourself or gift idea for mom as Mother’s Day is fast approaching! Whether you are looking for stylish work appropriate bag, a small cross body to jet around the city with or lager tote to accompany you on weekends at local farmer’s markets Simona Callá has it all.