This weekend, get outside for some Shakespeare and shopping, or visit the Museum of Science and Industry for family-friendly and adults-only LEGO events. Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks Begins July 14 Chicago For the fifth year, Chicago Shakespeare Theater is touring the city with free outdoor performances. On Thursday and Friday, catch this year’s show, “Twelfth […]
Charles “Peanut” Tillman is a legend in Chicago for taking the Bears to the Super Bowl and making plays with his famed “Peanut Punch.” In 13 NFL seasons, he has been to two Pro Bowls and two Super Bowls, however, he says winning the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award is his favorite NFL […]
On Saturday, June 18, A Silver Lining Foundation raised $55,000 at its 14th Annual Tasting Stars event held at the DIRTT Environmental Solutions Showroom in Chicago. This premier champagne tasting event attended by more than 120 people was hosted by Ann and Brent Carstensen, Clare and Dave Petersen, Lynne and Stuart Gunn, Lisa and Michael O’Rourke, […]
It’s time for one of Chicago’s biggest summer events, plus two more festivals, a sidewalk sale in the suburbs and a show by Brad Zimmerman. Taste of Chicago July 6-10 Chicago This year’s Taste of Chicago features food from favorites like Billy Goat Tavern & Grill and Lou Malnati’s, plus 11 new pop-up restaurants like Gus’s World […]
For new parents, the naming of a baby is filled with excitement, debate, even secrecy, and brings with it hopes and aspirations tied to the chosen moniker. For the Shedd Aquarium’s newest dolphin calf, born in April, add “election” to the naming process. From Monday, July 4 to Wednesday, July 13, the aquarium will enlist guests […]
The thrill of the new … it never gets old! Chicago and the north suburbs continue to impress with a slew of spring and summer openings, and more notables on the fall horizon. No wonder we’re an eating destination! It’s time to expand your to-do list. Arbella The folks that brought you Tanta, that River […]
If you haven’t been to Navy Pier in a few years — perhaps since the last time you brought out-of-town visitors there — you might be surprised to find a bounty of new restaurants, shops and green spaces, as well as the recently opened Centennial Wheel, a 196-foot Ferris wheel that is 50 feet taller […]
For the sixth year in a row, our audience has spoken — this year louder than ever before. With more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories, what follows are the best businesses and services in Chicago and around the North Shore. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016.
Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Burger (Suburbs) Edzo’s Burger Shop The undisputed suburban burger champ for five years running. 1571 Sherman Ave., Evanston Best Burger (Chicago) Au Cheval A burger that will make you […]
Fourth of July weekend is here and filled with festivals and celebrations throughout the Chicago area. Plus, as always, find even more to do in our 99 Days of Summer series. “Love Kills: A Concert Reading” July 1-3 Chicago Steppenwolf ensemble members Ora Jones (“Matilda the Musical”) and Jeff Perry (“Scandal”) star in this reading of a […]
