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The most recent edition of the Almanack is the Spring 2012 Almanack.

We're so excited to announce many new additions to The Little Traveler! We've moved NAOT footwear into its new home here, we brought Cut Loose into our family of casual clothing, and Chef Dave has joined us with some delightful new dishes at the Atrium Café. You're cordially invited to join us to experience all that's new!

Below is a sampling of what you'll find when you
download the full Spring 2012 Almanack.

Seminars & Teas: Each season, the Little Traveler hosts a variety of entertaining and informative seminars and historical events. On the agenda this spring:
April 16 The Unsinkable Molly Brown, w/ Lynn Rymarz
April 18 & 19 "Garden Party" Spring Floral & Decorating Seminars
May 12 Mother-Daughter-Grandmother Breakfast Tea
May 14 "The Paris Wife" w/ Barbara Rinella
June 2 Diamond Jubilee Tea
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The Atrium Café: Chef Dave has been working hard to bring you fresh new tastes while keeping all the tradition of The Little Traveler. You’ll love the new portobello mushroom burger on a pretzel bun, traditional wedge salad, and our new house favorite – Cranberry Chicken Wrap. No reservations necessary. Afternoon Tea on Thursdays and Saturdays from 2-4:30pm. Keep up with what's new at the Café's very own Facebook Page.

The Café has also become popular for celebrating life's special occasions, like wedding and baby showers, special birthdays, or anything you can imagine. We can accommodate parties of up to 80, with custom menus available for any event and budget. Call 630-232-4200 for details.

Artisan Jewelry The Little Traveler strives to maintain the largest and most unique collection of fine quality jewelry in the Chicago area by building on our popular collections, like Patricia Locke, She Beads, John Medeiros, Chamilia, Brighton, and Trollbeads as well as continuously discovering new handmade in the USA jewelry collections.

Spring 2012 jewelry events include: March 24 - Bead Bracelet Day!; April 14-20 - Chamilia Retired Bead Event; May 10 - Patricia Locke Trunk Show; May 5 - Chamilia Free Bracelet Event; May 12 Trollbeads Mother's Day Gift Event. More details in the Spring 2012 Almanack.

For the Kiddos!
Parents and children will all enjoy a Tribute to Dr. Suess with ventriloquist Sandi Sylver on Saturday, March 24. Tickets are required for this special event and seating is limited. Sign Up Online.

Our Toy Room and Baby/Toddler department are bursting with fun toys and darling fashions for Easter. How cute would a Cordy Roy be in an Easter basket?

Naot Shoes: Our friends at The Meeting Place insisted we bring in these shoes. You'll love the comfortable fit and the saucy new styles. Our expert fitters are available to help you with the best footbed for you and explain the benefits of these healthful shoes. We now have the best selection of NAOT shoes in Illinois!

March 8 - 10: Naot Spring Trunk Show
March 15 - April 15: Shoe Donation Event

Expert Craftsmen...and Women: We're blessed to have frequent visits from experts in crystal & china restoration, clock repair, and cutlery sharpening. If you've got chipped crystal stemware or a dull knife, don't throw it away! Bring them in on scheduled days to let our visiting experts work their magic. The Spring 2012 shedule:
Tom's Knife & Scissor Sharpening Service - March 24
Mary Lou's Crystal & China Repair - April 18
Tick Tock Clock Repair - April 21