Considering joining one of Chicago’s exclusive members-only clubs? Whether you’re seeking a space for business, a luxurious retreat for pleasure, or a community that shares your philanthropic or recreation interests, these elite clubs offer a wealth of benefits. To help you find the perfect fit, we’ve curated a list of our top picks.Updated Aug. 21, […]
In a time when technology seems to be streamlining everything from how we order food to researching complicated subjects, it might not seem important to sharpen your communication skills. Rapid-fire texts and emails may fill our inboxes and screens, but whatever the medium of written communication, don’t discount the impact of a concise, well-crafted message. […]
One of Africa’s most dire challenges in health and human services remains the number of orphaned children. A recent study published by African Union/African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child reported an estimated 35 million children in Africa have no parental care. In South Africa alone, nearly 210,000 children lost […]
“He’s concussed … again.” I remember my mom, scared and in disbelief, uttering those sobering words to me during my junior year in college. A helmet-to-helmet hit resulted in my brother Christian’s third concussion, ending his high school football career at the ripe old age of 15. The following year, a fourth concussion from a […]
Steppenwolf Gala 2024 brought out hundreds for its annual event, which honors Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s ensemble for its dedication to the arts and the greater community. The evening’s festivities raised over $1.6 million for Steppenwolf’s education and artistic programs. The annual event at Chicago’s Bridgeport Art Center also celebrated the company’s 48th successful season and excited the […]
“One out of every ten non-profit arts organizations in the U.S. reports that they ‘doubttheir ability’ to survive the pandemic,” The Wall Street Journal reported on January 21, 2021. As a college student, I clearly remember calling my mother from the communal phone inmy dormitory at Illinois State University. I was struggling with what, at […]
According to a recent study conducted by Northwestern University, more than half of US counties lack access to local news or have very limited access to it. This staggering statistic underscores the critical need for reliable and independent news sources, especially at the local level. In an era where misinformation runs rampant and trust in […]
The migrant student population of Chicago Public Schools continues to grow. Reports indicate that up to 9,000 students enrolled in the city’s schools for the 2023-2024 school year. Nearly 100 students signed up for classes in just one Chicago elementary school, according to ABC 7 Chicago. Many of these new students face the challenge of […]
A fun and unexpected celebrity will carry the Olympic flame during its final leg into the 2024 Paris Games Opening Ceremony. Snoop Dogg, the iconic rap star, dropped the news on his official X account on Tuesday, July 23, just three days before the Games kick off on Friday, July 26, in Paris, France. “U […]
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris officially kick off with the Opening Ceremonies on Friday, July 26. Over 10,000 athletes worldwide will take to the track, pool, streets, and arenas to go for the gold in 329 competitions through Sunday, Aug. 11. Earlier this month, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee shared the complete […]
