Sarah’s Circle vowed from the start of the coronavirus pandemic to keep its doors open, and the non-profit dedicated to helping homeless women in Chicago has stayed true to that commitment. As the pandemic rages on, Sarah’s Circle is bringing attention to the urgent need for additional beds for the homeless in shelters across […]
From restaurants to fitness centers, there is no shortage of new businesses popping up all over Chicago and the North Shore. If you’re looking to continue supporting local restaurants during the pandemic, you can add the new Greek spot Andros Taverna into your rotation. For those interested in trying out a new workout routine, Vibez […]
As delicious as coffee is, and no matter how much we might enjoy wine, seltzers and cocktails, they’re not always the best drinks for our bodies. Whether it’s the jitters from too much caffeine, weight gain from sugar-loaded cocktails, or the dreaded wine hangover, they can have some unpleasant side effects. That’s why these small […]
About 400 people gathered virtually for the 20th annual WINGS Purple Tie Ball fundraiser in October. Entertaining Company delivered guests a special “Gala in a Bag,” which included dinner, wine, hand sanitizer, chocolates, and a program book. That evening, 80 dinner deliveries were made across the Chicagoland area to participating guests. WINGS is a […]
With all of the snow we’ve received this winter, conditions are perfect for sledding. Here is a guide to the best sled hills around Chicago and the suburbs. Remember to check the weather and hill conditions before heading to your destination. Buffalo Grove Willow Stream Park 600 Farrington DriveThe sled hill is lighted until 11 […]
The Brushwood Center’s Smith Nature Symposium memorialized the significant civic legacy of Hermon Dunlap and Ellen Thorne Smith, who donated their land and cabin to help form Ryerson Woods. This year’s event honored journalists and activists Bill McKibben and Sue Halpern, who have influenced millions of young people through their writing and activism on behalf […]
Gung Hay Fat Choy! Happy Chinese New Year! It’s the “Year of the Ox,” and 2021 is plodding along after 2020, the a-little-too-on-the-nose “Year of the Rat.” In Chinese culture, food can portend good luck, and certainly bring the family together. With that in mind, what better time to order in Chinese food for dinner […]
Are you ready for some football? On Sunday, Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV. Without our beloved Bears in the game, that gives us more time focus on what really matters on Super Bowl Sunday—the food! With a single-digit forecast, it will be […]
February is Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the contributions Black people have made to the world while also examining the ways in which racial injustices are still left unaddressed. From attending concerts to supporting Black-led organizations, here are 14 ways to honor Black History Month around Chicago. Watch Feb. 5-7, 12-14: […]
While February may be the shortest month of the year, there is no shortage of virtual and in-person art exhibitions, concerts, dinners and other events to partake in. Here are the best things to do this February around Chicago. All Month Compete in the Evanston Winter Games Participants will receive points for completing activities including […]
