Beat the winter blues with a cozy and fun afternoon at the Cocoa Crawl through the Shops of Pepper Rd. in Lake Barrington, hosted by the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, February 7, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.

Perfect for families, friends, and neighbors, the Cocoa Crawl invites attendees to gather their group and make this winter event a tradition. Whether it’s a girls’ afternoon, a family-friendly outing, or a casual way to connect with the community, participants can sip warm cocoa, enjoy sweet treats, and explore unique local shops along the route.

Cocoa Crawl stops include All American Reclaim, Angelina Warehouse, Creative Studio M, Ekciting VR, Greater Chicago Kitchen and Bath, The Pink Geranium, The Winterberry Companies, Wild Asparagus Catering, Wild Onion Brewery and Banquets, and Wildrose Floral Design. Check-in begins at Greater Chicago Kitchen and Bath, where attendees will receive a souvenir mug and event map to guide them through the crawl.

Tickets are $20 per person and include a souvenir Cocoa Crawl mug, treats, giveaways, raffle prizes, and one complimentary beverage at Wild Onion Brewery (draft IPA, house wine, or soda). Tickets are available for purchase at www.barringtonchamber.com.

This community event offers a fun way to shop local, and warm up with friends and neighbors in the Shops of Pepper Park area. Check-in begins at 1:00 PM at Greater Chicago Kitchen & Bath, located at 22000 Pepper Road, Unit K, Lake Barrington. Additional details can be found at www.barringtonchamber.com.