Feel the wind whipping across your face as you glide gracefully across the ice at one of the many great outdoor ice skating rinks in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Bonus: You can burn off some of those holiday cookies while having your fun on the ice. An hour of skating blasts a whopping 490 calories per hour! For […]
Snow enthusiasts get ready! Start finding all the warm clothing you have and pull your sleds out of storage. We’ve gathered up this handy guide to all of the best sled hills in the Chicago area and the suburbs. All activities are weather permitting. Make sure to check conditions before venturing to any location. Did […]
If you’re hosting family and friends for Christmas this year, or just want to get out of the house, these events around the Chicago area will keep you entertained after the holiday. “SHE, Streisand and ME, Monet” Dec. 26 Skokie Critically acclaimed Barbra Streisand impersonator Michelle Monet will pay tribute to Babs with “Don’t Rain […]
Jet across the Pacific to South Australia for some of the best wine, food, nature and wildlife the country has to offer. Adelaide South Australia’s capital is a friendly, compact city of 1.3 million that serves as a central hub for visits to nearby wine country and Kangaroo Island. Get a taste of local wines […]
When American novelist Ann Patchett watched news of a four-month siege of the Japanese embassy in Lima, Peru, by young rebels in 1996, she saw its potential as a compelling story and used it as the template for her multiple award-winning 2001 novel, “Bel Canto.” The siege had begun during a large party and to […]
Temps will fall this weekend, so warm up with some fun around the Chicago area. Don’t miss ice skating at a winter carnival, a ride on The Polar Express™, cookie decorating at the Chicago French Market, a celebrity chef book signing, or an ugly sweater party. Winter Carnival Begins Dec. 18 Glenview The Glenview Ice Center’s Winter […]
NewCity, a brand new development on Chicago’s north side, opened its doors Halloween weekend. Nestled in the heart of Lincoln Park, this “neighborhood within a neighborhood” includes retail, dining, entertainment and residential living. Check out the latest movies at ArcLight Cinemas or treat your taste buds to spicy Portuguese PERi-PERi chicken at the famed South […]
Spend some time with your family in Chicago at Navy Pier’s Winter WonderFest or the Art Institute, where you can build a gingerbread house. Or, enjoy some music at 27 Live and Found Kitchen and Social House. Plus, a laugh-out-loud funny Second City show is coming to the ‘burbs. Will Tilson at 27 Live Dec. […]
Whether globetrotting or commuting, these great gifts will ensure your favorite traveler is stylish and comfortable. 1.Kaehler 1920 The Palmer Duffel: Featuring Horween Leather accents, this duffle, beautifully crafted in Chicago, is the perfect gift for the sophisticated voyager. $1,195, Kaehler Luggage, various locations 2. D. Porthault Blue Trefles Trio Zippered Cases: Keep things organized in your luggage […]
The Second City theater company (yeah, the one that spawned stars like Tina Fey, Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner, Steve Carell and countless other amazing comedy stars) has opened its 104th revue. “Fool Me Twice, Déjà Vu” is exactly what you’d expect from this comedy giant: uproarious. There’s one big twist though — this show is über-feminist, […]
