John Vandemoer spent more than a decade as Stanford University’s sailing coach before he was conned by college placement counselor Rick Singer, who had approached him under the guise of helping a sailing program that needed both donations and help finding recruits to stay afloat. He was unwittingly caught up in the “Varsity Blues” scandal, which […]
These days, an elegant eating experience often stresses safety over a white tablecloth, but dining well this holiday season offers opportunities to find luxury in other aspects of the experience, too. Madcap The sleek aesthetic — cool gray concrete walls, dark woods and plush banquettes — remains the same for the 2021 Michelin one star restaurant, […]
With all due respect to Tinseltown, Chicago has made a few rather significant contributions to the endlessly inspiring world of film. In fact, famed directors Martin Scorsese and John Carpenter’s breakthroughs share a common thread belonging to none other than Chicagoland. Carpenter’s “Halloween,” now a worldwide, spine-tingling sensation, earned recognition at the 14th annual Chicago […]
Sometime around 2010 a group of people with an insatiable love for Mill Valley and its history of housing legendary music began work to assure the iconic Sweetwater Music Hall – a homey gathering spot for local and nationally renowned musicians alike – would live to see another day of providing a safe haven for […]
This weekend, there’s something for everyone to do in Chicago and the suburbs. Hear from some of the best literary artists at the Lit & Luz Festival, catch two of the hottest musicals in town, or take advantage of the outdoors this Sunday with your favorite furry companion at the Morton Arboretum. Here are the […]
A new restaurant drops into the paseo, or passageway, between two downtown Mill Valley streets, heralding a return to dining in comfort and style. Down the way, a new spot for crepes lands at the Mill Valley Lumber Yard, Larkspur welcomes a new gift store and a Salvadorean restaurant, and other notable businesses open nearby. […]
These products that will make your family movie nights that much better. Barefoot Dreams CozyChic® The Mandalorian™ Throw, $194 Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 Michigan Ave., Chicago Who better to help keep you warm while you stream than the ultimate Disney+ darling, Baby Yoda? This buttery soft and machine washable (helpful when you have messy popcorn […]
Better recently hosted a virtual discussion sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. The event featured speakers from the Alzheimer’s Association, the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Better recently hosted a virtual discussion sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. The event featured speakers from the Alzheimer’s Association, the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
This November, rekindle your holiday spirit as some of Chicago’s most festive traditions such as Zoolights, the Christkindlmarket, and the city’s Thanksgiving parade make a highly anticipated return. Theater and music aficionados can also look forward to the premiere of several Broadway productions, plays, and concerts. Here are 30 of the best things to do […]
