The Feb. 14 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland Florida, which killed 17 students and faculty and injured 17 others, was yet another devastating moment in the chronology of mass shootings here in the United States. The shooting hits close to home for Liz Fiorentino, a Menlo Park art director and mother […]
Do you love chocolate? Then come out to the Chocolate, Wine & Spirits Expo April 21-22 at the Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium at Plumbers Hall. Designed for chocolate lovers, this delectable event will feature tempting samples, a benefit wine and spirits tasting, demonstrations and pairings, and much more! Plus, guests will receive complimentary admission to […]
We sat down with San Rafael’s Deborah Santana to discuss “All the Women in My Family Sing: Women Write the World: Essays on Equality, Justice, and Freedom,” a new anthology centering on experiences of women of color published, edited, and with a foreword by Deborah Santana. Marin Magazine: What is the main message of your foreword? […]
Attending your first wine auction can be intimidating business, even for serious wine connoisseurs. Here’s our step-by-step guide to being a smart and serious bidder, all in the name of charity. Do Your Research For many wine auctions, descriptions of lots are available online several weeks prior to the sale, giving you ample time to […]
On March 8, the world recognizes International Women’s Day, a day established over a century ago to celebrate the many achievements of women and to promote gender equality around the world. This year’s IWD comes at an important moment in U.S. history. Women’s rights have been at the forefront of the news this year, after […]
The American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois is honoring local people who demonstrated acts of heroism in the community at the organization’s 16th Annual Heroes Breakfast. “The American Red Cross is proud to honor the heroes among us whose extraordinary actions have impacted our communities and inspired us all,” says Celena Roldán, chief […]
In recognition of its 50th year in business, Hester Painting & Decorating of Skokie volunteered to paint the interior of Maryville’s Center for Children, which houses the Crisis Nursery and the Children’s Healthcare Center. These two groundbreaking programs provide social services and medical care to children and families in need. On Jan. 6-7, Hester had a […]
You wouldn’t think that a North Shore tennis club and a shelter for victims of domestic violence have much in common — one is expensive and exclusive, one is, well, not. But College Park Athletic Club has partnered with House of Peace to support their efforts in providing temporary assistance to Latina victims of abuse. […]
She’s played a witch, a psychic, and a woman with two heads, but at Steppenwolf’s 2018 Women in the Arts luncheon, held Jan. 22 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, award-winning actress Sarah Paulson (“The People vs. OJ Simpson,” “American Horror Story,” “Twelve Years a Slave”) played the part of “honoree.” In an onstage, far-ranging […]
The McGaw YMCA is a cornerstone of the Evanston community, but few may know of the depth and breadth of programs and services they offer as a nonprofit organization. From child care and summer camp, to an exercise facility and residence for men — the McGaw YMCA strives to meet the needs of the community […]
