So many books, so little time. That’s my motto. 2013 was a great year for anyone that likes to read—spectacular books from just about every genre filled the bookshelves. There truly is something for everyone this year. The holidays are upon us, and if you find yourself lucky enough to have a few spare moments, […]
One thing is for certain: It’s harvest season. You can’t swing a black cat this weekend without knocking over at least one corn stalk—from Spring Grove to Glenview, everyone is going to be outdoors this weekend taking in the sights, sounds and smells of October. And for pumpkin fans? Highwood’s the place to be. Would […]
Another weekend, more star power in Chicago and on the North Shore. The Chicago International Film Festival kicks off this week, and comedic and literary luminaries are packing Evanston and Skokie venues this weekend. And if fall color is more your thing, you can spend some time outdoors with the kids this weekend, too. Here […]
There’s star power on the North Shore this weekend. From music to sports, Evanston’s abuzz with a few big names. What’s more, you can also enjoy the fall weather while daydreaming about next spring, and show your kids what it would be like to follow in a scientist’s footsteps. An Evening with Patti LuPone and […]
Just like a good chef appreciates a Twinkie once in a while, so it goes with book lovers. Serious stories and true-life tales are immensely satisfying—but so is a good chuckle. Here are eight great choices that deliver the funny. William Shakespeare’s Star Wars Ian Doescher You only thought you had every Star Wars book […]
Numbers don’t lie. Mental illness in the United States is a significant medical problem. According to The National Alliance on Mental Illness: One in four adults experience mental illness in a given year. Almost 20 percent of kids ages 13-18 experience severe mental disorders in a given year. About 14.8 million people in the U.S. […]
Indoors and out, there’s something for everyone this weekend. Catch a season preview to all things cultural in Evanston, learn more about green living, take in an apple festival or snag a vintage find—it’s all on tap from Chicago to Lake Forest. Backstage Evanston Sunday, Sept. 29 Ethel Barber […]
This will be the weekend you learn how to talk to boys. Seriously, we’ve got the magic stuff for you—bestselling author Rosalind Wiseman is in town this weekend to give a few tips on how to break through the boy shell. And if that’s not enough, we’ve got tacos in the city, bonfires in the […]
Golf, anyone? Fans from across the country are converging in Lake Forest this weekend for one of the PGA’s season pinnacle events, the BMW Championship.That means it’s time to practice your polite golf applause. And if golf isn’t your thing, we’ve got a bunch of ideas to keep you busy this weekend—for bibliophiles, Wilco fans […]
Fall is on the scene, but there’s no slowing down for outdoor fests. This weekend, you’ve got your pick—from antiques in Lake Forest and Bloody Marys in Highwood to awesome indie crafts and oysters in the city. Get ready for a really busy weekend: Renegade Craft Fair Saturday, Sept. 7 & Sunday, Sept. 8 […]
