Events for December 2009
Results 1 - 10 of 16
Tuesday - December 1st
Events / Community Event
Christkindlmarket Chicago
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington St. - Chicago (Loop)
An open-air, German-style market showcases handmade ornaments, accessories, clothing and gifts from more than 50 vendors. Also features German food and drink such as beer, hot spiced wine, potato pancakes, bratwurst, schnitzel, strudel and more.
Events / Community Event
Winter Arts and Crafts Expo
Evanston Art Center - 2603 Sheridan Rd. - Evanston
Shop for holiday gifts at the 7th annual fair, featuring handmade pieces from more than 100 artists.
Style / Shopping Event
Artsy Holiday Market
Maison Rouge Galerie - 2828 N. Clark St. - Chicago
Browse works from more than 20 local artists.
Events / Shopping Event
Shopping Tuesday
Water Tower Place - 835 N. Michigan Ave. - Chicago (Magnificent Mile)
Us Weekly contributor Steve Kemble hosts a fashion show highlighting holiday trends and gift ideas.
Wednesday - December 2nd
Events / Shopping Event
Artisan Feature Evening
Greenheart - 1911 W. Division St. - Chicago
5 p.m. - 7 p.m. World Shoppe Launch Party
Chicago-based vendors sell their products and discuss the artisans and organizations they support. Includes fair trade tea.
Thursday - December 3rd
Style / Shopping Event
Glitter: A Holiday Shopping Event
Preston Bradley Hall at Chicago Cultural Center - 78 E. Washington St. - Chicago (Grant Park Museums)
11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Browse gifts and original fashions from more than 35 local designers and boutiques.
Style / Shopping Event
ELTIF Designs trunk show
Sofia - 1165 N. Clark St. - Chicago (Near North Side)
5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Shop the new Hamsa Collection of silver and gold zodiac necklaces by local line ELFIF (Enjoy Life to its Fullest).
Friday - December 4th
Events / Shopping Event
Old Town School Holiday Craft Bazaar
Old Town School of Folk Music - 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. - Chicago (Lincoln Square)
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Browse an array of inexpensive, handmade gifts such as prints, cards, knit items, jewelry and soaps at the fifth annual event.
Events / Shopping Event
Lincoln Square Christkindl Market
Lincoln Square - 4700 N. Lincoln Ave. - Chicago (Lincoln Square)
12 p.m. - 10 p.m.
The neighborhood aims to evoke a small German village for this three-day, outdoor celebration.
Style / Shopping Event
Sweets and Treats Party
Trousseau - 3543 N Southport Ave. - Chicago (Lakeview)
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Shop this swimwear and lingerie shop's holiday collections and take 10 percent off purchases (25 percent if your birthday's in December) over hot chocolate and treats made by the boutique staff. Take home a goody bag with more treats (and their recipes) while supplies last.
