Work, Meet and Play at Free Range

So you’ve heard your friend mention Free Range Office and now that you know it has nothing to do with farming, you’re interested in workspace, flexible meeting space or private event space, but you’re not sure where to start. Here’s a little guide to help you get the ball rolling.

What are you planning to do at Free Range?

• Cowork: Free Range Office offers a variety of workspace space were all types - entrepreneurs, remote workers, independents, virtual office, startups - gather to get productive in a shared office environment. You can become a regular member and reserve a monthly space, a private office or dedicated desk or you can just come for a day and take advantage of the light background music, ergonomic workspaces, standing desks, and endless supply of coffee and tea. Find out all the details on coworking at Free Range here.

• Event: Looking for a place to hold a baby shower, bridal shower, birthday party, anniversary party, workshop, comedy show, or any other occasion? Free Range’s large space can transform into whatever you need it to do be with the help of our creative event coordinator Kayla! Free Range offers full service décor ideas, catering if needed, and event staffing. Book and check availability here.

• Meeting or conference: Aside from the open office interior, Free Range also offers a large, private room where you can hold meetings, conferences, trainings, retreats, seminars, or workshops for anywhere from 5 to 60 people. The airy room has a feng shui, modern-vintage vibe with a full wall of windows. Whether you need a large meeting room or unique meeting space, our conference room offers a variety of seating arrangements to fit your team meeting needs. It’s also a great option if you’re trying to plan a staycation for your employees and want to keep the office together in the same space. Go here for specifics.

How to get there? And where to park.

Free Range Office is located in Wicker Park, one of Chicago’s trendiest neighborhoods, and is easily accessible by public transportation. You can get there via train, by taking the blue line to Damen or by taking any of the North, Damen, Milwaukee, or Division buses (depending on which street is most convenient to you).

If you’re hosting the event, there are three complimentary parking spots available behind the office for the hosts, as well as a lot right next door. Otherwise, there is ample street parking in front of, and around the building.

Where to stay?

If you’re coming from out of town, you can stay nearby at the new and exciting boutique Robey Hotel. The Robey has a pool, and multiple bars and eating options. There’s also The Hollander, another neighborhood-based hostel that offers a lounge, bar, and coffee shop.

What food and coffee shops are around?

Just steps away are the popular Sultan’s, City Press, and Go Grocer. But those are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to tasty eats in Wicker Park and Bucktown! These neighborhoods offer a host of coffee shops from Starbucks to Buzz to Caribou Coffee. Goddess and Grocer is good for a sit down meal, quick sandwich, soup, or salad.

More!

There’s so much more to know about Free Range and the Wicker Park-Bucktown neighborhood. If you want to find out more about what to do around the neighborhood, check out this Free Range article here.

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