Helanders Stationers to close after 94 years in Lake Forest

“Bittersweet” is the word Chuck Helander used last week to describe the family’s decision to close Helanders Stationers on March 19, after a three-generation, 94-year run on or near Market Square.

“It’s bitter because MaryLee and I decided it was time to close the store,” he said. “It’s sweet because it gives us opportunities now to think about doing things other than open the store seven days a week.”