"Because after 91 years, we're tired of everyone calling us 'little,' " co-owner Mike Simon says.
Mike Simon, co-owner of The Little Traveler in downtown Geneva, announced this morning that the name of the 91-year-old store will be changing beginning this week to better reflect the true nature of the store. Though its ownership, merchandise, and staff will be the same, its name will now be “The Big Traveler.” “We decided that, after all these years, it would be a good idea to have the name of the store more accurately reflect what our store is,” said Simon, “There’s not much that’s little about us anymore.” "The only change that will be evident to the public, besides the name change itself, will be a modest redesign of the store’s logo," Simon says “The cherub (the little boy) on our logo has been redesigned slightly. Although it’s …
For nearly nine decades, the store, located in a sprawling 36 room Victorian mansion at 404 S. Third St., has been a cornerstone of Geneva's historic Third Street.
Planning on doing some shopping in the Geneva area? Don't forget a stop into The Little Traveler. For nearly nine decades, the store, located in a sprawling 36-room Victorian mansion at 404 S. Third St., has been a cornerstone of the city's downtown shopping district. Some of the treasures one can find in the historic store includes women's apparel, jewelry and fashion accessories, housewares, gourmet foods and wines, a year-round Christmas shop, stationery and toys. The Little Traveler also has the Midwest's largest selection of Naot shoes. The store is filled with treasures, including one-of-a-kind pieces from Europe and the Far East. The collections are continuously changing. The Little Traveler’s legendary Atrium Cafe tearoom serves …
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12:22 pm on Saturday, January 12, 2013
Thanks for this wonderful article! One thing to note is that the store only opens on Sundays during the Christmas season, from January through Thanksgiving, the store is closed on Sundays. more ›
Geneva businessman Michael Simon is congratulated by Mayor Kevin Burns.
Little Traveler co-owner Mike Simon received a surprise award earlier this month. Simon was presented with the first-ever "Mayor's Choice Award" during the Nov. 1 annual holiday kickoff breakfast. According to the city's newsletter, Mayor Kevin Burns recognized Simon's commitment to downtown through stewardship and investment in his downtown properties and his tenants. A year ago, Simon announced the closing of the Fashion Walk shops, "to the collective worry of the community," the city newsletter said. "In the past year he has been systematically cleaning, repairing and rebuilding the buildings—and, placing great tenants in each!" The tenants include Beaute by Sylvie/C'Est La Vie, Mossy Twig and All Chocolate Kitchen. The exteriors of …
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Festival of the Vine proceeds go to a charities that serve Geneva and the Fox Valley.
Pat Wittenberg, Geneva Community Chest, accepted a $5,000 check from The Little Traveler’s Nancy Leonard and Maureen VanScoit. All proceeds from sampling fees during The Little Traveler’s Festival of the Vine event were donated to Geneva Community Chest. The Little Traveler is located at 404 S. Third St., Geneva. For more information about Geneva Community Chest, please contact Pat Wittenberg at 630.232.0350.
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All Chocolate Kitchen, C'est la Vie by Sylvie, Mossy Twig all expanding into new space.
Several Geneva downtown businesses are spreading their wings—and business at The Little Traveler is going great guns, thank you very much. Business owner Mike Simon said last week that the All Chocolate Kitchen would be expanding into the Mossy Twig space. Beaute by Sylvie now has a sister business, C'est la Vie by Sylvie. Both boutiques are owned by Sylvie Baumann and conveniently connected to each other. Mossy Twig is expanding into the shops next door, with an address of 31 S. Third St. Geneva Chamber of Commerce Communications Manager Laura Rush said the expansion trend is good news for the downtown overall. "Obviously, when an existing business expands, it can only mean good things are happening for that business," she said. "…
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7:09 am on Friday, November 16, 2012
Congratulations and best of luck to all new business owners. Let's hope that property taxes don't take all of your profits. Remember that 70% of your taxes, (probably 1/2 of your rent bill) goes to pay bloated Teacher salaries and other public sector payroll and pensions. Work for lower taxes (keep an eye on local taxing bodies - schools, parks, city, library, etc.) and your businesses will be … more ›
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The weather is spectacular. The kids are out in force. Here are some photos from Kids Day at Swedish Days, Friday, June 22, 2012.
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Handbag enthusiasts will enjoy a fall 2011 design release and don't forget to nominate your real-life super heroes for the Kane County Cougars.
Downtown Geneva has some interesting events going on today. You don't have to go far to attend two special events; a fall 2011 handbag collection and a book signing from a local artist. If ladies purses aren't of interest, then the Classic Car Show tonight (Thursday) might be more up your alley. And, stop in to a Geneva wine bar to celebrate the fine wines of Spain during the Running of the Bulls. Here are our 5 favorite events today: 1. Join The Little Traveler for two events today: 2. Today is the deadline for real-life "Super-Hero" nominations as part of the Kane County Cougars Super Heroes Night on Friday, July 15. Fans are asked to submit stories, 200 words or less, of someone in the community who has made a lasting impact on …
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6:38 am on Tuesday, April 2, 2013
In case you missed it, here's a great April Fool's gag that Sherie McGowen at Cocoon did on the Sudden Values page yesterday: http://foxvalley.suddenvalues.com/sudden/campaigns/view.cfm?cid=136840&email=mry98@aol.com&TID=319&OID=2970&SID=6516626 more ›