July 2024 Small Business Spotlight
JULY 2024 SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
SOMEWHERE TO SHOP - Eli Tea Bar - 5507 N Clark
Eli tea bar is a specialty tea shop and sober bar with late-ish hours. Alongside a wide selection of novelty items and gifts, they offer tea lattes, kombucha, bubble tea, and over 100 loose leaf teas, all ethically sourced. Come to shop, enjoy a drink, or participate in one of their many weekly events.
SOMEWHERE TO EAT - Kie-Gol-Lanee - 5004 N Sheridan
“Kie Gol Lanee” is the phonetic spelling of “Quiegoloani,” the name of the small village in Oaxaca, Mexico where the owners of this restaurant are from! Immerse yourself in the vibrant artistry, culture, and traditions of Oaxaca through Kie-Gol-Lanee’s decor and dining experience, including vegan and gluten-free options.
SOMETHING TO DO - Chicago Mosaic School - 1127 W Granville
The Chicago Mosaic School is the only not-for-profit mosaic art school outside of Europe. Since its founding in 2005, the school has become an internationally recognized, award-winning center for Mosaic Art education featuring an outstanding faculty, visiting artists from around the world, and a thriving local community. In addition to classes, workshops and seminars, the beautiful Edgewater facility located at the Granville Red Line station is home to the Gallery for Contemporary Mosaics, the CMS Art Shoppe, and 1127 Artist Studios. The school continues to partner with local organizations and public schools to create sustainable public art works throughout Chicago.
