One of the things that makes West Marin so beloved by locals and visitors alike is its many bucolic swaths of undeveloped land. Now, thanks to a partnership between the Marin Agricultural Land Trust (MALT) and Hog Island Oyster Company, 250-acre Leali Ranch on Tomales Bay will remain this way in perpetuity. MALT recently purchased […]
Running is one of the most basic and effective forms of cardio out there — it’s inexpensive and accessible to everyone, can improve both your physical AND mental health, and — here’s the big one — it’s been proven to be better than any other exercise at making you live longer. But, running can be tough on […]
We’re coming to you with some Halloween breaking boos (get it?)! The Disneyland Resort has announced plans for a hauntingly happy Halloween season from Sept. 3 through Oct. 31, 2021. From the return of the popular Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park to a nighttime show at Disneyland Park and plenty of seasonal […]
Editor’s note: The following was included in a recent newsletter by The Josselyn Center in Northfield. It is being republished here with permission. The timing of the opening of The Josselyn Center’s second location, in Waukegan, coincided with the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. This site opened in early March 2020, and by mid-March, Illinois […]
“Plastic-Free July,” a national campaign to encourage the public to cut back on their single-use plastic, kicked off on July 1. Single-use plastic products aren’t just more costly and less safe for businesses and consumers, they also result in disastrous aquatic pollution and contribute to climate change. And the pandemic has only served to increase […]
“Plastic-Free July,” a national campaign to encourage the public to cut back on their single-use plastic, kicked off on July 1. Single-use plastic products aren’t just more costly and less safe for businesses and consumers, they also result in disastrous aquatic pollution and contribute to climate change. And the pandemic has only served to increase […]
With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, there’s no better time to commend those that contribute to their communities and America through service. The American Red Cross of Illinois celebrates the everyday heroes in our communities and honors their acts of great bravery, dedication, and service through their annual Heroes Breakfast event. The event also serves as a way for […]
The nation’s birthday is just one of the celebrations happening around the Bay Area this month: museums are reopening, food trucks are back, chefs are hosting dinners at wineries and the circus is coming to town. July 1 Exploratorium View this post on Instagram A post shared by Exploratorium (@exploratorium) The very hands on museum […]
With the weather warm and vaccinated people getting comfortable eating in public, again, without masks, there may be no better time to dine outdoors in Chicago. We have many beautiful parks and other potential picnic areas in the city. Restaurants and delis have never been so prepared to offer take-out service for menu items that […]
Summer is here! Turn on that OOO, fire up your grill and get outside. Us Chicagoans really know this season is fleeting — so go ahead and savor it. Here are 31 reasons to get out and explore this month. Don’t forget to tag us in your posts on Instagram @betterchicago! All Month Water Flicks at […]
