Come Together with the Berwyn Shops
The Berwyn Shops will host more than just our 12 vendors in their mini storefronts. From specials events on summer weekends, workshops for our vendors, and opportunities for the community to get involved with the shops - we look forward to being great hosts and bringing the community together this season.
2023 Vendor Information Sessions
Session 1: November 17th | 11am - Noon
Session 2: December 6th | 4pm - 5pm
Located at 3322 Oak Park Ave, 2nd Floor, Berwyn IL or on Zoom
Register to reserve your spot today!
Entrepreneurs, artisans, makers, and pop-up vendors who are looking to take their small businesses to the next level are invited to attend this informational session about the upcoming retail incubator, called "Berwyn Shops: A Homegrown Project."
Topics will include:
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Overview of the incubator program
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Application and selection processes
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Business plan resources
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Expectations of shop vendors
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FAQs
This session is hosted by the Berwyn Development Corporation and is facilitated by the Berwyn Shops' Project Manager. As such, attendees will also be given the opportunity to ask questions about the Berwyn Shops.
Letters to Santa
At the Berwyn Shops
November 29th - December 10th
during regular shop hours
In collaboration with The North Berwyn Park District, the Berwyn Shops will be hosting a Letters to Santa station and mailbox. Santa's mailbox is placed for children of all ages to drop off their letters addressed to Santa.
From the North Pole, Santa himself will personally answer each letter with a return address ... faster than Rudolph the Reindeer can fly!
Please Include
Be sure to include all of the following information in your letter to ensure a return letter from Santa!
YOUR CHILD'S FULL NAME
A RETURN ADDRESS
Holiday Pop-Up Market
When: Saturday, December 10th
Time: Noon - 6PM
Where: The Berwyn Shops + The American Legion
The Berwyn Shops will be hosting a Holiday Pop-up Market on December 10th! Come out, shop local, and discover the perfect gift! The market will host pop-up vendors, live music, cookie decorating workshops, and more! While you are there take time to get a picture with Santa or visit the Letters to Santa Station! 🎅
Holiday Activities
Shopping
Live Music
Hot Chocolate
Photos with Santa
Letters to Santa Station
Christmas Cookie Decorating
Pop-Up Shop
and More!
Event Galleries:
- Grand Opening Weekend
- Paint Day
- Concrete Pouring
- Ground Breaking Event
Protection Cauldron Candle Workshop
Hosted by Ritual Theory
When: Tuesday, November 29th
Time: 7-8:30 PM
Ever wondered how to make a candle? Join us for this custom candle making workshop to create your very own protection cauldron at Ritual Theory! We'll laugh, snack, and discuss ways in which we protect ourselves and establish boundaries, especially as the holiday season is upon us!
What is included?
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Cast Iron Cauldron
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Unlimited crystals + flowers + glitter for toppings
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Wax + Pick Your Scent
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Snacks
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Drinks!
Toys for Tots Drive
Toys accepted every weekend during shop hours!
Join us at the Berwyn Shops EVERY weekend for our Toys for Tots toy drive. This holiday season, give back to families in need by donating a new, unwrapped toy, book, or game suitable for boys or girls from 3 months to 12 years old.
Simply drop off your gift in the donation box inside of the Berwyn Shops during regular shop hours.
Please Note
We CANNOT accept…
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Used toys
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Toys that look like realistic weapons
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Toys containing candy/food
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Toys with chemicals (i.e experiment kits)
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Hours of Operation:
June - December 2022
Friday: 10AM - 7PM
Saturday: 10AM - 6PM
Sunday: 11AM - 4PM
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Build Your Own Tea Cup
Hosted by Flores by Alba
Date: Saturday, October 8
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Come and join Alba at her Berwyn Shop - Flores by Alba - for a DIY afterhours event! Alba will teach you how to make a beautiful tea cup arrangement full of flowers. She will provide the tools and florals you will need - Perfect for a date night or a girls night out!
This event is ideally for ages 7 and up. Attendees are encouraged to browse the array of products available at the 12 Berwyn Shops before the afterhours event begins.
Register today to reserve your space!