On Saturday November 24, 2018. The Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop of Chicago ALONG with over 25 collaborators will aim to reach over 200 community residents, entrepreneurs and representatives through collaborating with neighboring businesses, small business experts, entrepreneurs and influencers to create community building avenues which assist small business owners with attracting more customers and increase awareness.

The Shop Small Business Saturday initiative through American Express aims to provoke the audience to shop local and obtain needed services within the community in which they live, thus strengthening the local economy. This fun-filled day at the Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop in Chicago’s Bronzeville community begins at 12 pm.

We cannot do this alone. The Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop has been selected for the 3rd year as one of Chicago’s American Express Neighborhood Champions. We are asking for your participation. We want supporters of local businesses and fellow neighbors in the Bronzeville, Douglas, The Gap Community, Kenwood, South Loop and Hyde Park communities to know that you don't have to drive longer than 15 minutes to find services for you and your family as well as enjoy great shopping as well as positive and creative events. For more info call 312.238.9447

GET READY to READ!!!!!!

You're cordially invited to our very first book club meet up in 2018.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sassy-thrifters-book-club-meet-up-tickets-41498630521

Best Seller - COLDEST WINTER EVER. If time permits lets also read and discuss the sequel -
A DEEPER LOVE INSIDE!!!Both books are written by Sister Souljah!

If you have a copy, dust it off, grab from your nearest library, download it.
Let's be ready to read and rap about this book ( and the sequel if you read).

Book Club is scheduled for every 4th Friday of the month 5-6: 45 pm. Lite snacks & beverages are provided. Raffles & gift giveaways to make it even more exciting :) :). You're more than welcome to bring food, etc. Do share with friends, co-workers, church family, work-out buddies, etc. We want everyone to enjoy this opportunity.

Thinking about starting or expanding a business?

Don't know where to start?

Join us Thursday May 25, 2017

Absolutely Anything Essential

3521 S. King Drive, Chicago

5 pm until 7 pm

Free Parking in the rear

Free Workshop, seats are limited

Hosted by:  Bruce Montgomery of the Hope Organization

RSVP required:  Call 312-725-8601 or email:  Bruce.Montgomery@OperationHOPE.org

Get out of the house and come check out our new quaint Bronzeville Gift Shop that offers a diverse and unique shopping experience with each visit. Sip wine, listen to music and take advantage of special discounts as you browse apparel, jewelry, artwork, personal care, home furnishings, accessories and other goods from the market's over 10 vendors and artists. Event ends at 10 p.m.