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ANTIQUES & GALLERIES JOEL OPPENHEIMER, INC This renowned natural history art gallery has settled into its new digs in the gorgeously restored annex of the Chicago landmark Tree Studios building in River North. Covering more than 3,200 square feet on three floors, the space serves as a showcase for Oppenheimer's extensive collection of artworks depicting the natural world. 10 E. Ohio St., 312-642-5300; audubonart.com P.O.S.H. "Tableware that tells a story" is the motto at this whimsical boutique in Tree Studios in the heart of River North. From hotel and estate silver to jewelry, glassware, china and dinnerware, and accessories, shop a wide array of tony American and European antiques. 613 N. State St., 312-280-1602; poshchicago.com RANDOLPH STREET MARKET Mark your calendars for the weekends of April 29–30 and May 27–28 and prepare to do some digging at this Fulton Market District treasure trove favored by celebs like Sophia Bush, Nate Berkus, and artist Nick Cave. INSIDER TIP: Check the market's website for discounted admission, season passes, and more. 1340 W. Washington Blvd., 312-666-1200; randolphstreetmarket.com ATTORNEYS JEFFREY M. LEVING, LTD. Jeffrey Leving's passion for fathers' rights fuels the success of this longstanding Loop law practice focusing on family law, divorce, and child custody. Leving is a true expert in these matters, having penned works like How To Be a Good Divorced Dad, Divorce Wars, and Fathers' Rights. 19 S. LaSalle St., Ste. 1500, 312-807-3990; dadsrights.com AUTO DEALERS BOB LOQUERCIO AUTO GROUP This respected auto dealer services the city and suburbs with brands like Honda, Hyundai, and Toyota. 5625 N. Broadway, 800-710-7311; 4950 S. Pulaski Road, 888-507-9472; 1600 W. Lake St., Streamwood, 888-465- 9840; 1200 E. Chicago St., Elgin, 773-728-5000; blautogroup.com LOEBER MOTORS A family-owned Chicago auto insti- tution since 1936, Loeber is a premier Windy City name in Mercedes-Benz and Porsche dealerships. Located on an expansive 80,000 square feet on the city's far northwest side, Loeber provides financing, car service, and a selection of hundreds of new and used luxury vehicles. Mercedes-Benz: 4255 W. Touhy Ave., 888-211-4485; Porsche: 7101 N. Lincoln Ave., 888-882-3507; loebermotors.com EVENTS, ETC. ELI'S CHEESECAKE A Chicago institution since it made its debut at the first Taste of Chicago in 1980, this super-creamy confection invented by Eli Schulman has been praised by Chicago mayors, US Presidents, and celebrities galore. Classic flavors like original plain, chocolate chip, and strawberry are complemented with newer varieties such as cookie butter and chocolate hazelnut crunch. 6701 W. Forest Preserve Dr., 800-354-2253; elicheesecake.com EVENT CREATIVE From scenic design and event management to expert work in lighting, sound, video, and florals, this one-stop-shop event producer is known for its can-do philosophy and epic productions, from recent successes like Chicago Gourmet, Zoo Ball, and Steppenwolf Theatre's 40th anniversary gala. 219 N. Paulina St., 312-442-0887; eventcreative.com KEHOE DESIGNS Tom Kehoe's full-service event design company pulls out all the stops for see-it-to-believe-it soirées at venues all over town—including Kehoe's own astonishing new 25,000-square-foot venue, The Geraghty, which features 22-foot ceilings, an in-house liquor license, and Wi-Fi for up to 1,000 devices. 2555 S. Leavitt St., 312-421- 0030; kehoedesigns.com PARAMOUNT EVENTS With an emphasis on all things local and the goal of bringing restaurant- quality food to every event, this respected caterer headed by Jodi Fyfe and Tony Pontillo crafts inventive creations like squash and leek fritters and bite-sized fish and chips for weddings, galas, corporate events, and a variety of other social gatherings. 1932 W. Lake St., 773-880-8044; paramounteventschicago.com SOUND INVESTMENT From sound, lighting, and video to design and installation, the team of engineers, artists, and consultants at this Chicago-born company—which has expanded to New York, Miami, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas—bring events of all kinds to life. 1438 W. Kinzie St., 800-720-8545; soundinvestmentav.com HOME DÉCOR ART VAN FURNITURE The Midwest's number one furniture retailer, this Detroit-based home TITLE: Principal at Paramount Events (paramounteventschicago .com) for Eden (1748 W. Lake St., 312-366-2294; edeninchicago.com) and The Lakewood (1758 W. Lake St., 312-366-2293; thelakewood chicago.com). HOME 'HOOD: "Oak Park. It's more chill and I can get away from the hustle of the city." HIDDEN GEM: "Garfield Park Conservatory (300 N. Central Park Ave., 312-746-5100; garfield conservatory.org) is a beautiful oasis that most people have never seen. You feel like you are anywhere but Chicago." FAVORITE ARCHI- TECTURE: "The Merchandise Mart—I love the Art Deco style, and it's a mecca for the design world." ULTIMATE INDULGENCE: "Cowshed at Soho House (113-125 N. Green St., 312-754-6915; cowshed.com) has the best pedicures." FAVORITE CITY SPACE: "The lakefront from Navy Pier to Fullerton Avenue. It's great people- watching." EVERY VISITOR SHOULD… "Stroll the different neighborhoods: Logan Square, the Gold Coast, Pilsen, and Chinatown." ‒ Secret Source ‒ JODI FYFE The SOURCE: SPACE MICHIGANAVEMAG.COM 143