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The SJS bazaar has closed, and Turquoise Heart Angel is ready to chill (and get some correspondence done) until St. Nick drops by. Here are the places I like to go for an oasis of calm and deliciousness.

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Brothers K Coffee often lifts my energy level in the morning, whether I take my mocha to go or to stay.

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Noktivo pampers my hands and feet after all the wire bending and art fair loading and unloading. Jenny did this sparkly fresh manicure on a friend that I am in line for next.

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Rebecca Sturgeon adjusts the rest of my body with her gentle massage at the Heartwood Center (and angels get their wings adjusted too).

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Post-massage it is lovely to browse the Evanston Public Library and take a stack home. I’m finally watching Frozen.

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I get my walking boots from Williams Shoes, the Walking Spirit on Davis Street.

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Then I walk over to Dragonfly Boutique on 1501 Chicago Avenue for clothing, home decor and jewelry inspiration. Their felted and knit ornaments are adorable!

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Further South on Chicago Avenue there is Stumble & Relish, located right next to the new See Jane Sparkle shop. It is full of quirky gifts and excellent cards to send to loved ones.

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My draw angel is adorned with one of their tiny pencils.

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See Jane Sparkle offers all kinds of brilliant jewelry and vintage fashion items.

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As you walk further down Chicago Avenue your life will brighten with a light from Little Light Bazaar.

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How gorgeous is this array of color? I need to decide on a living room chandelier.

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On Main Street east of Chicago Avenue you will find the Lucky Platter which offers delicious food morning, noon and night.

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Have some hot cocoa and check out the lovely chocolate creations of Belgian Chocolatier Piron across the street for dessert. I’ve never gone wrong with their chocolate.

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Warm up at the oasis of Cultivate where you can learn all about keeping your plants alive and get inspiration for decorating your home with greenery.

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Around the corner on Sherman, The Collage Cafe is full of creative gift items to inspire joyful days and holiday cheer.

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My pendants and bangles are enjoying a sleepover there, so if you missed the bazaar, say hi to Lindy and browse all the goodies she has in stock.

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When you’re ready for a drink you can dine at La Principal and enjoy their delicious Tacos and a beverage.

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I work it off at Hip Circle Studio with Moxie Boxing, Bellydance and African Dance. Kettlebell is on the list for January.

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Further down Chicago Avenue Sketchbook Brewery offers a variety of local brews.

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And if you keep strolling you will bump into Sidetracked Studio which is having a fabulous year-end sale of art work right now.

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If you’re more into traditional cocktails, Ward Eight on Howard street has got you covered.

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S-Paragon on Main Street offers Asian dishes and is my post-manicure outdoor hangout for Summer.

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There’s more to explore in Evanston, and you might even find Liz at the Biz, the 3-D rendition of Evanston’s Mayor Tisdahl.

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I love this town.

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