Chicago’s top sports teams are making an impact in local communities through their charitable arms. We asked each team to tell us more about these nonprofits, their achievements and how players and coaches get involved. Chicago Cubs Nonprofit: Chicago Cubs Charities Mission: To provide increased access to sports opportunities and target improvements in health, fitness […]
Outrigger canoeing is an ever-popular sport in the NorthBay.
Drum roll, please. It’s that time of year again: Make It Better’s Best of 2016 survey has arrived! Each year, we ask you — our valuable audience — to vote for your favorite businesses across different categories. This year’s survey is designed to find the best in Arts & Entertainment, Beauty, Celebrations, Dining, Fitness & […]
What’s old is new again as summer fashions throw back to the 1970s. Rock the revival by combining the decade’s iconic trends with modern silhouettes and fabrics. The bells are back! Nothing says the ‘70s like flared denim paired with an eye-catching print and chunky platforms. Up the groove-factor with rounded shades and a floppy […]
Mother’s Day brunch? A fabulous dinner? A day at the spa? Shopping to your heart’s content? Special events just for Mom? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re looking for a traditional Mother’s Day buffet or a Mother’s Day tea, a weekend golf package, a painting party or a day of pampering, Chicago’s North Shore Convention […]
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to find that perfect gift to either spoil Mom or make her life a little easier (or both!). Our gift guide takes the guesswork out of shopping so you’ll have more time to spend with the moms in your life (and your kiddos if you’re a […]
Know a bride who could use a wedding dress? We thought so. It’s no secret wedding planning (usually) takes months of serious shopping and spending, from venues to décor to that very special dress. Julie Mersine Romeli, owner of Mira Couture, is familiar with the entire affair, having been in the bridal business since 2008. […]
It’s National Mani-Pedi Day, and gorgeous weather is finally here. What better reason to get your feet sandal-ready with fingernails to match? If you’re in need of some TLC — and some serious inspiration — look no further than Instagram. Here are some of our favorite nail Instas to give you one more reason to treat yourself after the […]
Make It Better is currently accepting intern applications for our production team. Full-time and part-time positions are available May-August, as well as September-December and January-April. Interns will receive a stipend and are encouraged to receive college credit. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter and any additional items requested below to erica@makeitbetter.net. Production Intern: Must be an […]
Adam Grant is a rule-follower. The author and professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania recounts the one and only time he was called to the principal’s office as a kid: “I found out I wasn’t in trouble and still cried.” After spending the past five to seven years trying to understand people […]
