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Step into calm at Colibrí the Hummingbird Oases, where owners Miriam and Carlos Ybarra have created a peaceful escape from the noise of everyday life.

Through guided and silent meditation, they help children and adults alike reduce stress, improve focus, and reconnect with themselves. Whether you’re starting your day or resetting in the middle of it, Colibrí in Joliet offers a welcoming space to pause, breathe, and find balance.

Findings of a recent economic study are clear: the retail sector is a cornerstone of the state’s economy and crucial to our everyday lives. Retail in Illinois directly contributes more than $112 billion in economic investment annually – more than 10 percent of the state’s total Gross Domestic Product.

Policies that support small businesses help communities thrive as retailers like Miriam and Carlos in Joliet are better equipped to meet local needs. We Are Retail and IRMA are showcasing the retailers who make Illinois work. Please visit https://WeAreRetail.IRMA.org/.