In Berwyn, IL the Spindle sculpture once stood at the corner of Cermak Rd and Harlem. This sculpture was made famous when it was featured in a 'Wayne's World' movie. Unfortunately the spindle was taken down when the Walgreens (located in the mall in the background of the picture) wanted to move to the corner spot where the Spindle was standing on. Many people were outraged when they heard the Spindle was going down for "A Walgreens!?". Since the demolition the shopping mall owner has contemplated building a smaller version of the old spindle, but nothing has come about. According to a family member of mine, the Spindle was thee attraction to bring people to visit this shopping center. In fact, it became part of the identity for Berwyn, IL. For the people that visit the corner of Cermak and Halrem in hopes of seeing the Spindle from 'Wayne's World', sorry, but no-can-do.
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