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 […]
If you’ve decided that you want to put your money into companies that conduct business in accordance with your values, the next step is figuring out which stocks to invest in. So-called impact investing or socially responsible investing has been gaining traction in recent decades as investors increasingly realize that they don’t have to compromise […]
If you have kids and you’d like to launch your own business, then you need to know Jill Salzman, the Chicago mom and entrepreneur who started The Founding Moms, a unique networking organization that provides resources for small business owners. The idea behind the group is to connect so-called “mompreneurs” (women who are actively juggling […]
Believe it or not, the average woman will spend $15,000 on makeup in her lifetime. If that makes you gasp, then listen up! While certain beauty products are worth the big bucks, there are some you can definitely get away with buying on the cheap. Read on for where to splurge and where to save […]
We’re right in the middle of the holiday season, which means you’ve either been shopping for loved ones or are nervously aware that you’re running out of time. Whatever the case may be, you still have to mail those gifts to everyone you won’t see during the holidays. But, you’re dreading the idea of packing […]
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 […]
Good Grapes 847-242-9800 Boutique wines, craft beer, and festive stocking stuffers. Stacked & Folded 847-386-9100 Fresh food always. Great catering for all of your entertainment needs! Village Toy Shop 847-446-7990 Village Toy Shop is a favorite for wonderful toys. They help you find the perfect gift. Rib and Stitch Yarn Studio 847-780-1086 This elite yarn […]
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 […]
SoulCycle will celebrate the opening of its fourth Chicago-area studio at Westfield Old Orchard Dec. 10. During a SoulCycle class, riders burn between 500 and 700 calories in 45 minutes of cycling, exercises with hand weights, and core-engaging choreography in a candlelit studio with high-energy music. The Skokie studio features 57 bikes, a lifestyle boutique […]
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; […]
