Bookends & Beginnings

1620 Orrington Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
Bookends & Beginnings

Bookends & Beginnings in Evanston is a vibrant two-story Indie bookstore where browsing for books—for you or anyone on your holiday gift list—is always a fun experience. Expect a carefully curated selection of books, stationary, puzzles, games and more. Its cozy downstairs MiniBar offers wine, beer, and cocktails to enhance your shopping pleasure!

Bookends & Beginnings

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$10 to Spend

Enjoy the Local's Choice with $10 to spend towards anything at Bookends & Beginnings. *LoLo suggests these items under $10: locally made notecards, postcards, and more*

Expired: 2025-12-14

Local's Choice

What you get: Enjoy the Local’s Choice with a $10 certificate towards anything in the store. LoLo suggests you try locally made notecards, postcards, and more. *Gift is redeemable at both locations and is only redeemable in-store, not online.

Expired: 2022-02-21

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At LoLo, we’re head over heels for local independent businesses, and for good reason! These heroes are what make our communities truly special. Did you know that neighborhoods with thriving indie shops see home values outperform others by a whopping 50%? Supporting local means, you’re not just enjoying unique goods but boosting your property value too! Plus, these local gems create two-thirds of private-sector jobs, keeping our friends and family employed right here at home. And here’s the kicker: for every $100 spent at a local business, an extra $58 stays in our local economy. That’s more money for better schools, safer streets, and everything that makes a community remarkable. When we support local independents, we’re not just spreading delight – we’re investing in the very heart and soul of our neighborhoods.

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