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Living in a post-pandemic world: how to connect with each other again

Living in a post-pandemic world: how to connect with each other again

Life in 2023 is strange. The past four years as a whole have been surreal, traumatic, and dystopian-like. Everyone’s experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic have varied widely. My story during that period is drastically different from that of a frontline worker in a hospital, an isolated elderly person, a child who can’t see friends at school, and so on and so forth. I can only imagine everyone everywhere being affected in some way. To me, it has flown by yet also felt like a decade long. We aren’t out of the weeds yet with this virus, but I do see an end in sight. I wonder what it will look like living in a post-pandemic world. How will we connect with each other again?
The vibe on South Grand (our new location!)

The vibe on South Grand (our new location!)

In July of 2023, The Social Goods Marketplace had its grand opening at our new location, 3189 South Grand Blvd. Previously Urban Matter and Eclectica, this space already aligned with the aesthetic of our store. The exposed piping, floor to ceiling ladder, rattan lamp shade, sage green cabinets, white walls, and wooden workstations merged well with the environment we were aiming to cultivate here: clean, natural, and minimalistic. Everything in here has a function, even if that function is for future use. It was the perfect place to set up shop.
Meet Hello Wink, the Eco-Friendly Lip Balm of Your Dreams

Meet Hello Wink, the Eco-Friendly Lip Balm of Your Dreams

We are so excited to get to introduce you to Hello Wink! They are an eco-friendly lip balm brand located just across the river in Illinois. The owner, Francesca, came into the shop and introduced herself one day and I was immediately impressed by the vibrant colors of her products. These are the real deal, lipstick shades of your dreams crafter by hand and packaged with respect for the planet. Here's more from Francesca:
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