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DTOP Events Thursday Night Out June 5 - August 28 Shop [read more]

Meet the Women Running Downtown Oak Park

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Shop & Celebrate Women-Owned Businesses in the Heart of DTOP!

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Mark Your Calendars for All Our 2025 Downtown Oak Park Events!

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DTOP Events Thursday Night Out June 5 - August 28 Shop Outdoor [read more]

Talking Women’s History with Local Historian Mary Ann Porucznik from The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association

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Watch our interview with historian Mary Ann Porucznik from The Nineteenth Century [read more]

Meet the Women Running Downtown Oak Park

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This month, for Women's History Month, we had the chance to sit [read more]

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Celebrating Women’s History Month by supporting

Celebrating Women’s History Month by supporting our friends over at Beauty Method! 👛🧖‍♀️🌸@beautymethodmed

Book an appointment at this gorgeous, women-owned skincare clinic in Oak Park!💕✨ because everyone deserves to feel good in their own skin, inside and out!💆‍♀️☮️

#womensupportingwomen #womenshistory #beautymethod #downtownoakparkil #oakpark #shoplocal #localservices #skincare #skincarespa

Exciting news, coffee lovers! ☕🎉 Wise Cup is

Exciting news, coffee lovers! ☕🎉 Wise Cup is expanding, and we got the inside scoop from owner Shivangi on what’s brewing next! From more cozy spaces to sip your favorite lattes to new surprises on the menu, there’s so much to look forward to. @wise_cup

As a woman-owned business, Wise Cup is not just serving great coffee—it’s inspiring the community this #WomensHistoryMonth and beyond! 💜✨

Drop a ☕ in the comments if you’re excited for what’s to come!👇

#WomenInBusiness #WomensHistoryMonth #WiseCup #LocalLove #OakParkCommunity #siplocal #dinelocal #supportlocal #locallycoffeeshop

🌟 Celebrating Women’s History Month with an i

🌟 Celebrating Women’s History Month with an inspiring leader! 🌟 We sat down with Susie, Senior Vice President at Byline Bank for the Oak Park River Forest area, to talk about leadership, community impact, and the importance of supporting women in business.

As a dedicated leader, Susie plays a vital role in fostering growth and opportunity in our community. Hear her insights on leadership, challenges she’s overcome, and what Women’s History Month means to her.

Watch the full interview and join us in celebrating the incredible women shaping our local businesses! 💪✨ #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership #SupportWomenOwned #BylineBank #DowntownOakPark

✨ Meet the powerhouse women behind James Anthony

✨ Meet the powerhouse women behind James Anthony Salon! ✨ This Women's History Month, we're celebrating the talented, hardworking women who make this salon a space of beauty, confidence, and empowerment. 💇‍♀️💖 From master stylists to dedicated leaders, their passion shines through in every cut, color, and style. @jamesanthonysalon

CLICK THE LINK in our link tree (in bio) to learn more and watch our individual interviews with these lovely women.

Tag a woman who inspires you and stop by to support a women-led business this month! 💪💕 #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInBusiness #JamesAnthonySalon #SupportWomenOwned

Hey Downtown Oak Park Shoppers!⭐️🛍 The Shop

Hey Downtown Oak Park Shoppers!⭐️🛍 The Shopper's reward program ends on March 15th. That said, Saturday, March 15th is the last day you can bring in your receipts for rewards AND redeem your rewards at our participating locations.

Happy Shopping!

#downtownoakpark #shoplocal #dinelocal #oakparkillinois

This Saturday, the Oak Park Arts District Business

This Saturday, the Oak Park Arts District Business Association to host annual Women Owned Works!

🌼Come out and support women-owned businesses in the Arts District with their yearly event. Here are the details

⭐Women Owned Works
🌼Saturday, March 15
💛11 am to 4 pm
🌼 Harrison Street (between Austin & Ridgeland)

💛Participating businesses will have bright yellow decorations inside and outside their storefronts. You can find more information, including a list of participating businesses, here: https://oakparkartsdistrict.com/event-directory-2/wow-women-owned-works/!💛

#oakparkillinois #shoplocal #SupportSmallBusiness #supportwomenbusiness #oakparkartsdistrict

🎷 The Jazz Keeps Flowing in Downtown Oak Park!

🎷 The Jazz Keeps Flowing in Downtown Oak Park! 🎶

The rhythm, the energy, the unbeatable vibe—Jazz Thaw is filling the restaurants of Downtown Oak Park with incredible live music all weekend long.

From smooth guitar to bold brass, Brazilian grooves to classic swing, every performance brings something new. Stop by your favorite local spots, discover a new one, and let the music pull you in.

Stay tuned—there’s more to come, and you won’t want to miss a beat.

#JazzThaw #DownForMore #DowntownOakPark #LiveJazz

Jazz Brunch to Close Out Jazz Thaw – 11 AM–2 P

Jazz Brunch to Close Out Jazz Thaw – 11 AM–2 PM! 🍽️🎷
The weekend may be winding down, but Jazz Thaw is ending with a bang! Join us for the Jazz Brunch on Sunday, March 9, from 11 AM–2 PM and enjoy the perfect blend of music, food, and good vibes to wrap up this incredible weekend.

📅 Final of six time slots
🕚 Sunday, March 9 | 11 AM–2 PM
📍 Three amazing performances at two locations:

🎵 10 Cat Swing – @encorelittlegem Encore! by Little Gem (1024 North Blvd)
🎸 Gabriel Datcu – @encorelittlegem Encore! by Little Gem (1024 North Blvd)
🎤 Erik Skov Duo – @leafrenchcafe Lea French Cafe (1020 Lake St)

Come for the tunes, stay for the food, and let’s finish strong in Downtown Oak Park. This is the perfect way to end a weekend full of live jazz, community, and unforgettable moments.

#JazzThaw #DownForMore #DowntownOakPark #LiveJazz #JazzBrunch

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