If you'll be in or around East Lakeview this weekend, stop by gifts and accessories boutique Spare Parts for their sidewalk sale today, May 15, and Sunday, May 16. You'll find savings of up to 50 percent off.
Spare Parts, open for more than 20 years, is an East Lakeview staple, offering everything from custom jewelry by local designers to men's accessories to candles to quirky animal backpacks and clothing for children. Not to mention an incredible handbag selection for women (a purse-lovers dream)!
Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday; noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; closed Monday. Call (773) 525-4242.
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