Parenting can leave one feeling lonely, full of questions, and without much free time to seek out answers. (Seriously, what overstretched parent has time to read an actual parenting book?) Thankfully, podcasts are here to help. They can be sources for stories from fellow parents who are in the same boat, and often offer valuable […]
Last Friday, March 9, former Vice President Joe Biden took the stage in the soaring three-story atrium of Kellogg School of Management’s Global Hub building on Northwestern University’s Evanston campus. The packed house consisted primarily of Kellogg School of Management students, with Biden’s speech made accessible to the public via live stream. Kellogg Dean of […]
Chicago certainly knows how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Of course there’s the annual tradition of dyeing the river, but there are so many things to do this weekend — both St. Patrick’s Day-themed and not — that we couldn’t possibly narrow it down to five. So read on to start planning what is sure […]
St. Patrick’s Day weekend is upon us, and chances are you have some sort of plans to celebrate, whether by participating in a bar crawl, viewing the river dyeing, watching the parade or just staying in and having a nice Irish-themed meal and a drink. And if you want to do as the Irish do, […]
St. Patrick’s Day weekend is upon us, and if you’re in the Chicago area, chances are you have some sort of plans to celebrate, whether by participating in a bar crawl, viewing the river dyeing, or watching the parade. And if you want to do as the Irish do, you may also want to tip a […]
If there’s one thing we know for certain in these uncertain times, it’s that children and young adults hold the key to a brighter (and hopefully safer) future. Beyond parents and caregivers, there’s no one more fundamental to the positive development of our kids than their teachers and school leaders. Golden Apple, a nonprofit dedicated […]
Talking to your children about tragedies such as the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida, can seem impossibly difficult, especially when you’re still grappling with questions of your own. But, in the aftermath of the Florida shooting — in which a gunman killed 17 people and injured several more — having those tough conversations is […]
Three sets of Chicago newlyweds share the stories of their unions, adding to the patchwork of personal, beautiful, and truly unforgettable ways our city’s sweethearts say I do. Natalie Stone and Caleb Pearson Chicago Botanic Garden, Aug. 26, 2017 When the universe sends you a sign, you take note — and if you don’t? No […]
This Valentine’s Day, we challenge you to think beyond the cards and chocolate roses and get a little more creative with a gift for your loved one. From shoes and theater tickets to snuggly blankets, we’ve picked some of our favorite gifts for the most romantic day of the year. Bonus: They all boast something extra special, from local […]
New Year’s Eve is a weird mix of wishful thinking and hard, cold reality. Wishful thinking: You’re going to have the best time of your life tonight because it’s New Year’s Eve and that’s how it works. Just stand there and good things will magically happen. Reality: You forgot to book a reservation/make plans/do any […]
