Does “sensory deprivation” sound more like a torture technique than a relaxation experience? If closing yourself up in a small room or tank with limited light while you lie in supremely salty water doesn’t sound appealing, you’re probably not alone. Floating, the more common term for the experience, definitely makes it seem more whimsical. Go […]
Glencoe’s Writers Theatre is introducing its audience to its new theater space with Tom Stoppard‘s time-jumping tale “Arcadia.” Set at a manor in the English countryside, “Arcadia” takes its audience to the early 19th century where a girl uncovers a scientific and mathematical theory well before her time against the backdrop of uproarious relations between various members of […]
In celebration of Women’s History Month, uBack, WiSTEM and Conciencia Ventures came together March 17 at 1871 to celebrate the impact of women engaged in philanthropy and discuss ways in which they can continue to shape the trajectory of organizations serving women and girls across the nation. Panelists included leadership from the Chicago Foundation for […]
Make It Better hosts Money, Values and Impact to help people impact their financial future. [View the story “Money, Values & Impact” on Storify]
This year, Rosemont celebrates its 60th anniversary. This village has transformed from a destination for business travelers into a true entertainment district full of restaurants, shopping and activities for all ages. Activity Hub Get your live music fix in Rosemont at the Allstate Arena, ranked by Pollstar magazine as the third-best concert venue in the […]
Most people don’t want to think about insurance. No one likes to consider the possibility of long-term illness, disability or death. And, for some people, the thought conjures up the image of a slippery salesman in a plaid polyester suit. Choosing insurance doesn’t have to be scary or negative. Think of it as giving you […]
Affluent families have long supported the notion of giving back to society as a way of expressing appreciation for their good fortune. Nurturing a tradition of family giving — of both assets and time — may bring a family closer together and develop a shared value system that can be passed down to future generations. Identifying Your […]
Make It Better wants to know who you think will win the big awards at the 88th Annual Academy Awards. This year’s Oscars will be hosted by Chris Rock and will air on ABC at 6 p.m. Feb. 28. Cast your votes below! Loading… More from Make It Better: Great Movies to Curl Up With […]
Make It Better has had quite the year! To recap, we rounded up our favorite Instagrams from 2015. Make sure you follow Make It Better on Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at what we’re up to and a sneak peek at what’s coming up in the latest issue of the magazine. A photo posted by Make It […]
Updated Jan. 10, 2018 Sometimes it’s hard to get out of that winter blues funk. Without the excitement of the holidays, snow and sub-zero temperatures lose their appeal and winter quickly becomes monotonous. Luckily, Make It Better has a wealth of ideas to keep you occupied — some indoors, some outdoors, some a little out there, and some that take no […]
