Shop the trendiest toys at Chicago's largest independent toy store

CHICAGO (WLS) -- As you continue your holiday gift shopping, remember to keep local stores in mind.

Shopping local is a gift in itself, one that fuels small businesses that rely on your support.

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If your shopping includes gifts for a child, there's a woman-owned toy shop that's got you covered. It is called *play.

It is the largest independent toy store in Chicago. Over the past 15 years, *play has expanded from its original location in Logan Square to five neighborhoods across the city, including Lincoln Park, Andersonville, West Loop and Hyde Park.

Owner Ann Kienzle is a member of the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association, for which she has volunteered for over 20 years and sat on the Board of Directors for six years, including a stint as their chair.

A priority for Ann is giving back and building strong communities; *play has donated thousands of toys and books to community organizations through the years ensuring that every child experiences the power of play.