In the world of desirable real estate, there’s almost nothing that tops a waterfront property. Local brokers Julie Deutsch, Jody Handler-Dickstein and Linda Levin weigh in on why a home on the lake is a great investment. When it comes to homes in the Chicago area, few amenities match the value added by being on […]
You don’t have to do a full-scale remodel to introduce modern conveniences and style into your kitchen and bath. Simply changing the faucets can go a long way in updating the look and feel of your space. From hands-free faucets for convenience during holiday meals to elegant waterfall faucets for a spa-like bath experience, there’s […]
On March 23, the Chicago premiere of “Defiant Requiem: Verdi at Terezin” raised over $4.6 million to benefit the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago’s Holocaust Community Services program. 2,300 guests attended the concert drama at Symphony Center. The evening’s lead sponsors were the Crown Family and the Pritzker Family Philanthropic Fund. All proceeds from the evening […]
Looking for a place to escape within driving distance of the Chicago area? How about some family-friendly venues and destinations that support a “go green” initiative? These great getaways near Chicago are all within a five hour drive. Plus, find tips for reducing the carbon footprint of your travel at carbonfund.org. Going Green in Wisconsin […]
On March 25, more than 600 people celebrated Instituto del Progreso Latino‘s 40th anniversary at Alta Cocina: A Spring Chef’s Gala, raising $390,000 to support programs and schools in Chicago’s southwest communities. The gala celebrates the contributions of Latino chefs in the Chicago dining industry and featured delicious tasting stations for guests to enjoy. Greeley and Hansen was the […]
Werewolf Coffee Bar, the first coffee bar by DMK Restaurants, opens on April 3. Owners David Morton and Michael Kornick designed the soon-to-be coffee hotspot to feature the finest coffees from around the country and delicious pastries from Lincoln Park’s Floriole Café & Bakery. Perhaps the coolest aspect, though, is that it’s all served out of a refurbished […]
Nonprofits in Chicago are always looking for volunteers and donations. Here are just a few that you can support this spring. Give Time Do Dinner With Seniors H.O.M.E., 773-921-3200 Committed to improving the quality of life for Chicago’s low-income elderly, Make It Better’s Philanthropy Award winner H.O.M.E. helps seniors remain independent and part of their community […]
The past five or six years have seen an explosion of credit cards that offer rewards. An entire genre of rewards-focused bloggers has sprung up, new credit card offers get covered by dozens of websites, and, in general, consumers are far more savvy about free travel and cash rewards than they were a decade ago. […]
Ace Hotel Chicago, scheduled to open in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood in September 2017, will donate 10 percent of its bookings revenue through mid-April to local charities that support Chicago’s youth, ultimately hoping to reach its $25,000 goal. Ace Hotel Chicago will work with Little Black Pearl, YCA and 826CHI during the launch of the hotel’s bookings. […]
The iconic home from the classic coming-of-age film “Sixteen Candles” is on the market. @properties, the largest independent real estate brokerage firm in Illinois, is listing the Evanston home, which is located at 3022 Payne St. in Evanston. The six-bedroom, four-bath beautiful brick home, listed for $1.425 million, offers three floors huge spaces and features newly renovated bathrooms, […]
