A weekend should be all about relaxation. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to unwind in Chicago and on the North Shore.
Begin with an evening of meditation at the Winnetka Community House. Then head downtown for a wine tasting at Union Station, because what better way to relax than with a few glasses of wine?
You can also have fun with the entire family at two fall-themed events full of pumpkins, hayrides and other seasonal treats. And if you just can’t sit still, even if it is the weekend, run for a good cause atWomen’s Health‘s RUN 10 FEED 10. (Keep reading to find a discount code just for our readers!)
An Evening of Live Tibetan Gongs and Meditation
Oct. 17
Winnetka
Whether you had Columbus Day off or not, we could all use more time to relax once Friday rolls around. Grab your yoga mat and join Kenny Kolter, one of the few sound therapists in the world to play Tibetan gongs, for an evening of meditation and relaxation by candlelight.
Wine Riot
Oct. 17-18
Chicago
With access to 250 wines from around the world, this is one extreme wine tasting! Enjoy a DJ, photo booth, temporary tattoos and more fun while you sip, and there’s even an app that will keep track of your favorite wines and show you where to buy them.
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
Oct. 17-19
Highwood
If you love pumpkins, this is the place to be. Enjoy pumpkin carving, Trick-or-Treating, a gourmet market, pet costume contest, and more. Plus, the festival will raise funds for the Autism Society of Illinois.
Wagner Farm Fall Harvest Festival
Oct. 18
Glenview
Go back in time with this festival at Wagner Farm. Enjoy wagon rides, arts and crafts, farm activities and harvest treats.
RUN 10 FEED 10
Oct. 19
Chicago
Women’s Health magazine is once again hosting this philanthropic 10K race that raises money to fight hunger. Last year’s race provided 1.5 million meals!
- Make It Better readers who register with code R10F10PR will receive $5 off!
Make A Difference Bonus
- Join the Evanston Community Foundation for their annual fundraiser, Celebrate!Evanston, Oct. 19 at Michigan Shores Club. Our very own Julie Chernoff has created the “Vibrant Community” cocktail specifically for the event.
