360 CHICAGO Celebrates: Women’s History Month

As spring time nears, you'll want to get outside and go just about anywhere...why not bike there? Uptown bikes is women owned and managed and has been an independent bike shop for over 20 years! Winning best bicycle shop in 2019 was no small feat, and Chicagoans who voted know it.

In addition to selling bikes, Uptown Bikes services all models of non-motorized bicycles with updating and replacing parts. They have also begun to announce a series of bike maintenance classes for new and interested bikers; and they sell lights, parts, and helmets-- everything you may need. Consider your next purchase or solid upgrade at Uptown Bikes, and maybe you too can cruise around Chicago in the wake of spring

Located in the Pilsen neighborhood, The Shudio specializes in eco friendly goods and handmade crafts of all varieties, including jewelry and home goods. Founder, Merl Kinzie, is a sustainability enthusiast, as is the inspiration for her shop.

Shoppers can enjoy ceramic craft pieces, vegan items and even art events while in the space. There's even an in house metalsmith studio and workshop space. After you come to 360 CHICAGO, be sure to check out the Shudio and the beauty of the Pilsen neighborhood. 

Chicago French Press founder Kris Christian brings healthier options and richer taste to the table with her incredibly popular and delicious blends. Coffee lovers can enjoy both accessible and gourmet flavored coffee, with flavors like chocolate blueberry and maple pecan. Christian also teaches others how to create their own special blends, mixing and making for immersive learning experience.

If that wasn't amazing enough, the blends are also non-GMO and premium fair trade. Chicago French Press also supports charitable programs annually by donating 5% of its coffee proceeds to charitable programs and locally owned organizations. Start your day right with a wonderful cup of coffee to-go at Chicago French Press in the South Loop, then head over to us at 360 CHICAGO! 

Surf's Up is more than just a seafood restaurant, it is a staple of growth and change in food and business in Chicago. Founder Vanetta D. Roy is dedicated to serving the community, breaking barriers and bringing diversity to the forefront as one of the only black owned restaurants in Old Town since its change from Cabrini Green Roots. Determined to bring some south side flavor to the North Side area, Surf's Up offers more than just delicious seafood. Hungry guests can also enjoy South Side classics such as rib tips and sweet steak sandwiches. Surf's up maintains it's messaging by catering to nostalgia of all kinds and serving audiences of all types. Visit Surf's Up in Uptown or Bronzeville location in Chicago, take it from the regulars, you won't be disappointed!

Founders Danyelle & Dionna Gray created the Womanish Experience. Womanish is an intersectional and culturally inclusive safe space curated to showcasing the perspectives and conversations about womxn and a womxns perspective in life _{(spelling with x with respect to gender neutral pronouns)}. This 5 story multi sensory space includes installations from around the world, all of which not only by womxn but catering to and touching on issues that affect all womxn globally. These issues include the gender pay gap, the pink tax, and censorship. Womanish is an immersive experience and a perfect balance of the lightheartedness but also the seriousness and intensity within its' themes. It focusses on remaining most of all a space for women to feel connected, empowered and celebrated. Be sure to visit Womanish on 114 State St for a limited time only! Then head over to 360 CHICAGO to enjoy the view!