There's never a bad time to shop local in Chicagoland, but our real estate agents particularly love to sing the praises of our locally owned shops around the holidays. If you're out and about in Highland Park, Winnetka, or Wilmette, you'll find some of the best local, independent bookstores around.
Whether you're doing some holiday shopping or looking for your next great read, be sure to check out these unique independent bookstores in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods on the North Shore.
Ever wondered what's behind the doors of some of Chicago's most interesting buildings? You'll have a chance to find out Oct. 17-18, 2026, when Open House Chicago returns for a weekend of free tours and a chance to visit places you might otherwise never get to see.
Organized by the Chicago Architecture Center, Open House Chicago features more than 200 sites across 30 neighborhoods. Some of these buildings have been around for more than a century. Others have been restored or recently found an entirely new purpose. Our real estate agents have six suggestions for places to explore during the weekend.
Naperville is generally thought of as a Chicago suburb, but this vibrant city of more than 150,000 people is very much a thriving community in its own right. Like many of Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods, Naperville stands on its own.
Known for its vibrant downtown, scenic Riverwalk, parks, and family-friendly attractions, Naperville offers plenty of ways to fill a day. Let our real estate agents be your guides to spending a day in this scenic city.
You could start your day at any number of excellent Naperville coffee shops.
Our real estate agents are always excited to welcome autumn's return in Chicagoland. It's an exciting season in places like the North Shore, with plenty of seasonal festivals, markets, and events to keep us busy.
Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods on the North Shore include suburban communities like Highland Park, Winnetka, and Wilmette. Each thriving community has its own character, with plenty of ways to enjoy the North Shore this fall.
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