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Holiday Shopping At Do Division

By Veronica Murtagh in Arts & Entertainment on Nov 19, 2009 10:00PM

2009_11_DoDivision.jpg If you prefer to shop local during the holiday season, then save the date for Saturday, December 5 and the return of the annual Do Division blowout. Merchants, restaurants and bars located on Division St. between Milwaukee and Leavitt will offer deep discounts, original gift ideas, freebies and plenty of opportunities to gather and relax in like company.

A few of our favorite local holiday shopping spots including Penelope's, Doggy Style and Renegade are all taking part and you're sure to find some of your favorites on the full list of participating outposts. As an added bonus, this year Do Division will feature free horse-drawn carriage rides along the strip and gift certificates good at local merchants for shoppers spending over $40.