The holidays are over, out-of-town guests have returned home and our elderly family members are often left to resume quieter and more independent lives during what can be the harshest time of the year in terms of weather. Not sure how you can be most supportive? Here are the 10 best ways to help seniors […]
Chi-Town Rising is back, but that’s not the only way to ring in 2017 around Chicago. Celebrate with these five events that are perfect for a family outing or date night. 1. Kohl Children’s Museum New Year’s Eve Bash Your kiddos don’t have to stay up until midnight to welcome 2017 in style. Kohl Children’s Museum […]
Picture a charming town decked out for the holidays. Cozy cafes and one-of-a-kind shops. Places where the owner works behind the counter and answers your questions with a sense of passion. Places where you can find truly unique gifts for your family and friends. Where you can slip out for a cappuccino or a glass […]
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Advent and Christmas Connect with your faith, your family, and friends of all kinds during Advent and Christmas this year. The season of light provides opportunity to restore and refresh yourself and your loved ones. Traditional services and new programs at Kenilworth Union Church invite you to step inside and warm your soul. A wide […]
Another year, another 3,458 cookbooks (approximately) published. While many books are just peachy on a tablet or e-reader, there’s something about the hands-on approach with cookbooks, and they’re a gift that everyone loves to get. Personally, I read ‘em like novels, and I particularly connect with the authors who really share a part of themselves; […]
Everybody knows that the real way to a person’s heart come holiday time is through their stomach; in other words, if you’re looking for a gift that’s sure to be a hit, edible gifts that are as beautiful to give as they are delicious to eat are a guaranteed win. Here are familiar favorites as […]
A great book is a gift that never goes out of style. Reduce your holiday shopping stress by picking up one of these seven books for every type of person on your list. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: The Illustrated Edition J. K. Rowling, Illustrated by Jim Kay With the release of “Harry Potter […]
You’re about to meet one of the Midwest’s most versatile gifts. Buying it is simple and stress-free. It can fit in your wallet. And it takes care of two people on your list. That gift is a gift card at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Someone special in your life can […]
Icy Chicago winters mean lots of time inside, so spice up your home with some clever decor and the latest appliances. 1. MOVA Globe: The perfect gift for the world traveler’s home base, MOVA Globes remain mesmerizingly and continuously in motion through the use of ambient light and the earth’s magnetic field. A great conversation piece […]
