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  1. MERCH MADNESS - Round Three: Cats vs. Dogs Vote now in ROUND 3 of Urban General Store's 2019 MERCH MADNESS! VOTE BELOW IN ROUND 3: Cats vs. Dogs Merch Madness - Round 3
  2. MERCH MADNESS - Round Two: Meat vs. Fruits & Veggies Are you ready for ROUND 2 of Urban General Store's 2019 MERCH MADNESS! VOTE BELOW ROUND 2: Meat vs. Fruits & Veggies Merch Madness - Round 2
  3. Happy April Fools ' Day! To celebrate the most wonderful day of the year (April Fools' Day) we're giving away a FREE Rubber Chicken Keychain with any purchase! No tricks, no pranks, no fooling. Just a pocket-size token of the universal symbol of humor—the Rubber Chicken.Just add it to your cart with at least one other item and enter coupon code APRILFOOLS at checkout. But, while you're at it, you might want to fill your cart. Flat-rate shipping is just $6.95 per order (free shipping for orders over $99). ...
  4. MERCH MADNESS CHAMPION 2022 Thank you to all who voted in Urban General Store's 2022 MERCH MADNESS poll. The winner of your favorite type of socks is... We asked people... "what are your favorite type of socks? Animals, Cats or Dogs, Food & Drink, People & Personality Types or snarky socks with Swears & Slang?" The winner of your favorite type of SOCKS is... People & Personalities The winner of our BOX OF SOCKS giveaway has been chosen. Thanks to all who entered. Didn't win? You can s...
  5. #PocketRBG on the Red Carpet We spied a Ruth Bader Ginsburg Action Figure tucked into the pocket of songwriter Diane Warren on the red carpet on her way to the Academy Awards. Warren, the legendary songwriter, is nominated for Best Original Song for “I’ll Fight,” from the "RBG" documentary. To celebrate RBG's red carpet debut, get free shipping on your entire order with any Ruth Bader Ginsburg Action Figure purchase now through Friday, March 1. Enter coupon code "RBGOSCAR" at checkout. Diane Warr...
  6. Corkcicle Keeps it HOT, WARM, COOL and COLD We started carrying the original Corkcicle Wine Stopper when they were introduced in 2010. A portmanteau of cork and icecicle, the Corkcicle in-bottle wine chiller was an ingenious invention that you inserted it in a bottle of white wine, keeping the bottle cold for hours without a messy ice bucker or continuous refrigeration. Corkcicle followed with the Whiskey Wedge, a glass with a silicone ice mold that kept spirits cold without getting watered-down. Now, 9 years later, what started out...
  7. Happy Birthday Chicago! Chicago is know for a lot of things. But one of our favorites is the Chicago Flag. In a 2013, Chicago Magazine published a piece by Robert Loerzel asserting "Chicago’s Flag Is a Much Bigger Deal Than Any Other City’s Flag." We concur. He writes, "Chicago’s flag flies from front porches all over town. It’s seen on T-shirts—and in tattoos. Does the flag matter so much (or look so good) in any other American city?" We don't think so. In the United States, I’d have to rate Ch...
  8. Love is Love Candle Benefitting Equality Illinois Just in time for Valentine’s Day we are excited to be partnering with District and RAPWAX to offer the Love is Love Hand Poured Soy Candle. $2 from every candle sold will be donated to Equality Illinois. The sale of these candles supports the platform in which Equality Illinois stands for – envisioning a fair and unified state where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where all people live freely regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. District...
  9. Welcome Back, RBG We were heartened to hear that Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is back on the Supreme Court bench–eight weeks after surgery for lung cancer. In January, for the first time in her 25-year tenure, she missed being in court for oral arguments. Returning today, Ginsburg wore her customary black robe and ornamental collar (jabot). Just in time for RBG's return to the bench, our Ruth Bader Ginsburg Action Figures are back in stock and ready to ship. The demand for these action figures has been unp...
  10. PRESIDENT'S DAY FLASH SALE '22 Get 20% off our Political Whimsy Gifts. Use coupon code "PREZ". Valid online only for one day, Monday, 2/18/202. SHOP NOW >>
  11. Happy Galentine's Day Of course we love Valentine's Day... we're a GIFT SHOP! But our 3rd favorite February holiday (after Lincoln's Birthday) is Galentine's Day—a day to celebrate friends. What is Galentine's Day? According to Leslie Knope (played by Amy Poehler) on NBC's "Parks and Recreation" tv show, "Oh, it's only the best day of the year... we just come and kick it, breakfast-style. Ladies celebrating ladies. It's like Lilith Fair, minus the angst. Plus frittatas....
  12. Our #TopNine We love reading year-end "Best of" lists and have been delighted to see all the "Top Nine" photos of the year on Instagram. We had an amazing year at Urbangeneralstore.com and we can't wait for what 2019 will bring! Wether you’ve been a customer for 10+ year or just found us, we think you’re the BEST of the BEST! Get 10% off our Best Selling Products for a limited time. Use coupon code "TOPNINE" at checkout. Read the fine print below for the fine print. 10% off cou...
  13. Polar Vortex Sale Chiberia? Wind Chillinois? Whatever you call it, it is cold! Due to record-setting cold temperatures in Chicago, our retail store, ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE, and Urbangeneralstore.com operations will be closed on Wednesday, January 30, and Thursday, January 31.Stay safe and warm and shop at home! We are offering some hot deals online with our Polar Vortex Sale.Put us to work (and warm us up). Get FREE Standard Shipping thru 01/31/19–just enter promo code "POLARVORTEX" at checkout....
  14. Oh Ship! Order for Christmas now. Just a few days left to order for Christmas Delivery via our $6.95 flat-rate Priority Mail shipping! Order by Wednesday, December 19, for expected delivery by Monday, December 24, 2018, via USPS Priority Mail Flat-Rate Shipping. Most orders ship within one day. Need expedited delivery? UPS 2nd Day Air Delivery, USPS EXPRESS MAIL, and UPS Next-Day Air may be available. Price varies by shipping address and products ordered. Options will be displayed at checkout. Check out our HOLIDAY SHIPPING D...
  15. Write Your Story A new year is like an unwritten book just waiting to be filled with stories, ideas, events, memories. Resolve to create your New Year's intentions. Now is the perfect time to write your story, create your life, color your world and take note of all the wonderful things. We have guided journals, blank notebooks, planners, adult coloring books, and pens and pencils to help you start your first chapter of the new year.Need a little help getting started? We have some gifts that will motivate ...
  16. Celebrating the Dreamers & Doers Celebrating those who dare to dream and dare to do. Today, Martin Luther King Day, is a great reminder of how powerful others' actions and words can be.Here are a few of our favorite inspirational gifts–we hope they help you dream and do everyday.
  17. The Grid: Exploring the Lincoln Square neighborhood We were absolutely thrilled to welcome Ji Suk Yi of The Grid to our shop, ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE, in Lincoln Square. She picked out some of our favorite items including the XL Wine Glass, Taco Socks, and the I Am Enough Book. ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE is open extended holiday hours (Monday-Saturday, 9am-9pm and Sunday 10am-7pm) now through Sunday, December 23. ENJOY SQUARED, a holiday pop-up shop is open Monday-Saturday, 10am-7pm, and Sunday, 10am-6pm, now through Sunday, Decembe...
  18. Announcing the Re-Opening of ENJOY SQUARED, a holiday pop-up shop ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE, located at 4723 N. Lincoln Avenue, has been a “one-stop shop” for holiday gifts for over 13 years. This holiday season, ENJOY will again open a pop-up shop in a second location (2324 W. Giddings St.– in Giddings Plaza). The store, ENJOY SQUARED, a holiday pop-up shop, will be open until Monday, December 24, 2018 (Christmas Eve) Thursdays-Saturdays 10:00am until 7:00pm and Sundays 10:00am-6:00pm. The shop (in the former Paciugo Gelato location) at in the northeas...
  19. Unique Gifts Ready To Ship! Holiday gifts as unique as the recipients (and the giver)! Urban General Store has 1000's of gifts for all types of folks. But, most importantly, the ones on your list! Check our our Holiday Gift Guides. We make the hard to buy for easy.Shop now and wrap up your holiday shopping on one site.
  20. Help Keep Chicago’s Feet Warm This Winter Join us on Thursday night (11/29) for the Shop Late Lincoln Square Event. We will be open until 9pm (at ENJOY & ENJOY SQUARED). For every pair of socks sold in the event, We will donate a pair to the night ministry. Stop in and get your stocking stuffers and holiday gifts!
  21. Go Cubs Go—Confessions of a Cardinals Fan My name is Stephanie and I am a Cubs fan. There, I said it. While it might not seem like that big of a deal coming from someone who has lived on Chicago's North Side for 25 years, I wasn't born in Chicago–I'm originally from St. Louis aka Cardinals Nation. For the past 23 years it was easy–every baseball season I could blend in. I had my stealth Cubs “C” hat in Cardinal red, my original Lou Brock Brockabrella, my vintage Ozzie Smith t-shirt, and my Stan Musial collectibles (give...
  22. Awesome Product Spotlight: HAPPY SPRITZ HAPPY SPRITZ is a collection of modern essential oil products created for both men and women. They combine the functionality and simplicity of essential oils with a modern and minimal design aesthetic. HAPPY SPRITZ believes that truly natural, cruelty free and non-toxic products should be available to everyone.- 100% natural ingredients- Plant based, high quality, steam distilled therapeutic grade essential oils- 100% vegan and kosher ingredients - Recyclable packaging - always package in gla...
  23. Laura Doherty Performs at ENJOY for Halloween Happenings 2018 We are excited to once again present Laura Doherty performing in-store at ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE (4723 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625) performing two kids shows on Saturday, October 27, 2018, at 10:00am and 11:30am.Join us for Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce's Annual Trick or Treat Event—Halloween Happenings—on Saturday, October 27!Bring the kids in costume to see Laura Doherty perform then trick or treat at participating businesses in the Lincoln Square neighborhoo...
  24. Meet The Makers - Albert Tanquero of The Found Join ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE for a series of in-store events that celebrate local makers and chefs and support area non-profits. We are hosting a meet and greet with Albert Tanquero of The Found on Thursday, November 8, 2018, from 6 to 9 pm, so be sure to stop in! Light appetizers will be generously provided by neighborhood favorite Café Selmarie, and drinks will be served. A portion of the evening’s sales will be donated to a non-profit organization chosen by our featured guests The F...
  25. Happy National Bourbon Heritage Month In 2007, the US Senate declared September as "National Bourbon Heritage Month." We celebrate the versatile spirit that is the base for such venerable cocktails as the Manhattan, the Old Fashioned, the whiskey sour, and the mint julep. And while every month is Bourbon Appreciation Month around here, we raise a glass of bourbon (neat), and toast America's "Native Spirit" and the artisans who distill it. Cheers! 🥃
  26. Lucky #13 On a very hot summer day in 2005 we opened our doors in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood in the 4700 block of North Lincoln Avenue. Through a bit of luck and a lot of hard work, we are happy to be celebrating our 13th birthday. Yes, we're a teenager! A lot has changed for us in those thirteen years; a new address, a holiday sock pop-up shop, 3 different presidents, a redesigned website, 2 World Series championships, 3(!) Stanley Cup Championships, 3 babies, many new dogs and cats...
  27. Happy National French Fry Day July 13 is National French Fry Day. While we love French Fried Paters with a big Kosher pickle and a cold draft beer, we are also a bit of Francofiles. We love all things FRENCH. On the occasion of France playing in the World Cup Finals and the Tour de France we're going to celebrate all things French (including fries and bikes and bulldogs) today. Get 10% off select French and Bicycle themed items now through Sunday, July 15. Use coupon code "FRENCHFRY" at checkout.
  28. Make Back To Work Fun The calendar doesn't lie. September is here. Labor Day is upon us. It is back to school time and the end of summer—so that means back to work, too. Most kids love going back to school... new backpacks, new lunch bags, new pens, pencils, notebooks, new outfits, and whatever you call THIS. Why isn't getting back to work as fun for adults? We think it should be! We have 100's gifts, gadgets, and gear to help bring a little drollness to the dullness of the workday. We also have a larg...
  29. Feliz Cumpleaños, Frida Kahlo July 6 is the birthday of the inimitable Frida Kahlo. We are definitely "Frida Freaks" celebrating her all month long! Celebrate the color, the strangeness, the wonder, and the beauty of Friday Kahlo with an item from our Feliz Cumpleaños, Frida Kahlo section featuring socks, pins, mugs, books, cards, and even lip balms. Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo Calderón was born in Mexico City, in her parents’ home, the famous “La Casa Azul,” (or “The Blue House.”) Injured in a tragic bus cras...
  30. Happy National Piña Colada Day Yes, we like piña coladas. No, we don't like getting caught in the rain. Who does? July 10 is National Pina Colada Day! While we'll take any fruity, rum-filled, frozen beverage in a pinch, a homemade piña colada is just so much better than anything made from a mix. Here's our favorite recipe. 1/2 cup diced pineapple, frozen 2 oz. pineapple juice 2 oz. Cream of Coconut Coco López 1 1/2 oz. white rum 1 oz. dark rum 1 1/2 cup ice Blend together until smooth. Garnish with pinea...
  31. Is your dad a Hipster or a Jokester? Is your dad a Hipster or a Jokester? We have gifts for fathers that are way cool and those who love playing the fool! Enter below to win either a HIPSTER DAD or JOKESTER DAD Gift Package! Enter now through Father's Day, June 17, 2018. Winners will be selected at random. No purchase necessary. One entry per person. Hipster Dad Gift Package includes My Dad Used To Be So Cool by Keith Negly Pocketmonkey Tool from Zootility Tools Bourbon Whiskey Soap from Swag Brewery ...
  32. Happy Birthday to his purple majesty, Prince Today as we celebrate what would have been the birthday of Prince, we have Anil Dash's amazing compilation of every single video Prince ever made on rotation. Our day is more funky and more PURPLE! Check out our awesome collection of Prince-themed gifts.
  33. Need some Mother's Day gift ideas? We can help you solve the Mom Equation! Need some Mother's Day gift ideas? We can help you solve the Mom Equation! gifts 🎁+shipped📦=she'll love❤ We are delighted at the gift combinations our customers come up with in-store at ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE and online. They add up to a special gift for mom! We wanted to share some of these ideas with you. We have 1000's of gifts for every type of mom. And with our $6.95 flat-rate shipping (free for orders over $100), you can mix and match and make your perfect Mother'...
  34. In Praise of All Pizza On this National #PizzaDay we are here to praise not defend all pizza. On his Netflixt show “Ugly Delicious”, Chef David Chang defends his favorite Dominos Pizza order to a skeptical food critic and Brooklyn pizzeria owner, but Chang still has no love for Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. I'm not sure why Chicagoans must always defend our pizza. Yes, it is really more of a pie—like that is a bad thing! Sure, it is a bit of heavy meal as a single deep-dish pie can weigh up to 25 lbs. And, if you c...
  35. We're Hiring at ENJOY in Chicago! ENJOY, AN URBAN GENERAL STORE in Chicago is currently accepting applications for a Retail Store Manager and Retail Sales Associates. Our bustling gift store in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood features fun, functional and funky products for all ages. We are an Urban General Store™ with an ever-changing selection of over 10,000 items. We are open 7 days a week. We are seeking applicants for our part-time Retail Sales Associate positions. Responsibilities include: Providing friendly...
  36. Enter to win either a SWEET MOM or SASSY MOM Gift Package Is your mom sweet or sassy? Either way, she's all yours! Enter below to win either a SWEET MOM or SASSY MOM Gift Package. Enter now through Mother's Day, May 13, 2018. Winners will be selected at random. No purchase necessary. One entry per person. Valid in the US only. Make your mother feel like no other! Shop now at Urbangeneralstore.com. We have huge selection of gifts for all types of mothers—SWEET, SASSY, NEW, and GRAND. We offer flat-rate shipping for $6.95 anywhere in the US ...