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A delectable treat. Be sure to include the plate. Pecan roll from Laurys Bakery, Oak Park. $3

Locally sourced, labeled, bottled delicious maple syrup. Three Queens Organic, Oak Park. $12

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Appeal to the foodie scientist, a gift to diy chewing gum. Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago $12 You might not be able to use in your cooking, but it sure looks cute and delicious. Hana Bay Petities from City Escapes, Chicago. Prices vary

Wine and Chocolate is always a good option when attending a party.

House Red, Forest Park. $19 wine, $12 chocolate Beer Garden in a box. Help them start their home brewing outdoors this spring. Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $24.99

Maybe you can't go to Paris, but you can dine like you've been there.

French Mustard from Careful Peach, Oak Park $22

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Happy Holidays from

Congratulations from

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Restaurant Fine Southern Cuisine Open Daily 11:00 am to 9:00 pm 5412 W. Madison 773-261-2316 773-261-6125 (fax) www.macarthursrestaurant.com

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gifts 2013 Deck the heads of the ones you love with custom hats. Dream Town Shoes, Oak Park. Prices vary with customized looks.

Shoes for him, latest styles, new releases.

Dream Town Shoes, Oak Park.

Prices vary

Make plans to spend time together in the spring, seed bomb the neighborhood. Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago $5.50 Boots to keep her cozy and warm, Northface and in season.

Dream Town Shoes, Oak Park. $120

A laughing Buddha to help your family with luck and relaxation in the new year. Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago $9.99

Indoor or outdoor, this ceramic bird delights aunt, grandmother, or dad. City Escapes, Chicago. $29

For your loved one and a little down, meditative time, personal bonsai garden. Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $11.99

Verbana soap to delight for mom. City Escapes, Chicago. $6.99

GOOD THINGS COME IN LOCAL PACKAGES.

Do your shopping in Austin.

Tru Blooms fragrance for the love of your life, made in Chicago with Chicago blooms, scent changes every year. And it smells wonderful!

Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $18, $38

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Make time for family time, puzzle together.

Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $8.99

Make a birdhouse and put outside on the first warm day.

Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $13.99

Quack, a rubber duck is a great stocking stuffer for any age. Berwyn Toys and Trains, Berwyn. $2.99

Plan an indoor lights out party and light up the walls with a mini flashlight projector.

Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $3.99 Ribbit Right! Get them a hopping great hat. For the Birds, Brookfield, $20

Keep their toesies, warm and cozies!

Dream Town Shoes, Oak Park.

Prices vary.

Tell them you love them your little beans. Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago. $5.99

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Congressman Danny K. Davis the 7th CD Peoples’ Assembly and Sankofa, Inc.

extend to you Seasons Greetings! and cordially invite you to a

Holiday Dinner Party 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Monday, December 16, 2013 Columbus Park Field House 500 South Central Ave, Chicago

Admission and Dinner: FREE Entertainment by:

Devine Expression ! Pastor O.D. Bady, Jr. ! Yolanda Jackson-Wallace ! Ms. Laura Line Dancing Productions Share with the recipient of the “Lifetime Achievement Award”

Mr. Richard Barnett for more information: Jackie Greer or Marquetta Smith at 773-626-8481

Paid for by Davis for Congress

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1. Sparkle Dasher reindeer! Bling your front hall way in high style.

City Escapes, Chicago. $109.99 2. Santa will never miss this shiny stocking hung by the fire! He'll be filling this one first. City Escapes, Chicago $49.99 3. For the architecture fan, give the gift of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Frank Loyd Wright Home and Studio Gift Shop, Oak Park. $15 4. Whoo has the best decorated tree in town? Who, whoo?

City Escapes, Chicago. $19.95 5. Under the sea themed tree? Find the seahorse, win a prize!

City Escapes, Chicago. $9.99

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Perfect Gifts ... Fur ... Givers & Receivers!

Shear Pleasure!

Natural Lynx Trimmed Sheared and Grooved Beaver Walking Coat

Saffron dyed Sheared Beaver Peplum Flounce Jacket, Badgley Mishcka Clutch, Leather Gloves

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Ski Wear

M. Miller Designed Ski Parka with Finnish Raccoon Trimmed Detachable Hood in Black or Red

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