Welcome to the Answer Book, your companion for everything Oak Park and River Forest have to offer.
Every year, this community reminds us why we hold on so tightly to what makes it special. Our neighborhood businesses, the ones we’ve watched grow, the ones that know our names, are worth elevating. Our passion for all things local isn’t just a preference, it’s part of who we are.
This edition is a celebration of that spirit. Within these pages you’ll find the institutions, organizations, services, and businesses, large and small, that together form a beautiful tapestry and drive our thriving local economy. Longtime favorites sit alongside new discoveries, each one a thread in the fabric of our community.
Use this guide to find what you need, support what you love, and uncover something new along the way. Then get back out there and enjoy everything Oak Park and River Forest have to offer.
Warmly,
Melissa Mallinson
Executive Director
Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce
