Chicago Shakespeare Theater: "Romeo and Juliet"
“Short Shakespeare! Romeo and Juliet” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater is an emotional 75-minute journey through familial and romantic love.
Brain Health at Every Age
No matter how old or young you are, you can take steps to protect and improve your brain’s cognitive function. According to Dr. Sherrie All, a licensed clinical psychologist for the Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness and a consultant with Mather LifeWay’s Brain Fitness Program, “You want to think about your brain like a bank […]
Citrus Recipes for the Grayest of Days
Oranges, lemons and grapefruits and their bright, sharp tastes are perfect to drive away the end-of-winter grays—that blah feeling from too many stews and soups and pasta dishes. Enjoy! And please let us know your favorite end-of-winter, not-quite-spring dishes. Carnitas—Citrusy, smokey pork is a perfect Mexican dinner (and you can make it in your slow […]
Chicago Shakespeare Theater: "Julius Caesar"
Assassination, betrayal, politics—“Julius Caesar” has a lot of potential, but in this modern retelling, the audience is left looking for the heart of the production. The story is familiar; Caesar rises to power after a successful military campaign. But the people’s wish to crown him king threatens the new republic. Senators, including Cassius and Brutus, […]
Steppenwolf: "The Birthday Party"
Before you go see “The Birthday Party” at Steppenwolf, you should assess how you feel about Nobel-Prize winning writer Harold Pinter. Not sure, you say. Here’s a short quiz that might help: Do you prefer plays with a narrative arc that you can generally follow? Are characters with discernable motivations, who act according to those […]
7 Tips for Tastier Slow-Cooker Meals
Dinner cooked in a Crock-Pot doesn’t have to be bland and mushy, but too often it is.
Susan Cain on Parenting an Introvert
If you have a child who is an introvert, Susan Cain wants to talk with you—preferably one-on-one and in a quiet, thoughtful manner. She’s an introvert and also the author of the New York Times bestselling book “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking,” and a wildly popular TED […]
Buffalo Chicken Cheese Dip
Be the most popular person at your Super Bowl viewing party with this brilliant dip. It’s everything a football fan could want—the flavor of Buffalo chicken wings (without the greasy fingers), beer, cheese—and served bubbly and warm in a bread bowl. Plus, it’s easy to make. We can’t guarantee your team will win the game, […]
Quick & Easy: Long-Distance Relay Adventure to Benefit Multiple Sclerosis
The MS Run the US 2013 Relay is seeking 10 Running Partners to take part in each leg of this coast-to-coast run. The relay is slated for April 16 through September 6, and will be divided into 22 segments. Each segment covers approximately 140 miles of running over the course of six days. All proceeds […]
Spring Break in the Cayman Islands
Spring break is fast approaching, and if you’re done with winter and need a beach getaway, there are few places more stunning than the Cayman Islands. Three islands make up the Caymans: Grand, aptly named because it’s the biggest and has the most to do; Cayman Brac, a much smaller island with bluffs, caves and […]
