How to Avoid “Maskne” This Summer
Skincare tips from a local expert plus ten mask options to buy online.
In the Time of COVID, Drive-Thru Graduation Is Short, But Definitely Sweet
As part of our “Love Essentially” series, Jackie Pilossoph helps us navigate the complex world of relationships. Have a question that you would like her to answer ? Contact her here, and it may be featured in an upcoming article! Growing up in suburban Pittsburgh in the 1970s, I’ll never forget how excited I was when […]
Musician Shares Love Through Concerts at Senior Living Communities
As part of our “Love Essentially” series, Jackie Pilossoph helps us navigate the complex world of relationships. Have a question that you would like her to answer ? Contact her here, and it may be featured in an upcoming article! There are so many reasons why people love music. Percussionist, Ethan Kogan said this. “Music gets […]
5 Things to Do Around Chicago: June 18-21
From shopping at farmers markets to safely enjoying our parks again, it’s time to enjoy the outdoors this Father’s Day weekend. Here are five ways to do just that, plus ways to honor Juneteenth and support local organizations helping others. We understand that after months of being cooped up most of us are excited to […]
TopBox Food Responds to Surge in Food Insecurity Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Hunger knows no bounds, especially during a pandemic.
Bay Area Restaurants Pivot to Groceries and Meal Kits
Here are a few options that reconsider the “grocery store” in a way unique to each restaurant.
Water Therapy: Fitness For Mind and Body
Paddling is often portrayed as a peaceful, serene activity, a means of relaxation and soaking in the natural beauty around us. Certainly, it can be that. What is missed or perhaps dismissed, by a big chunk of the fitness-chasing public, including a lot of gym rats, road warriors and trail fanatics: Paddling is a tremendous […]
Olympics Are Cancelled? No Problem.
No one knows when the next official Olympic games will take place. Originally scheduled to get underway in Tokyo, Japan this July, the absence of the competition this summer means it’s time to get creative. As various facilities, businesses and programs find their footing and re-open alongside government guidance, things will, by necessity, be notably […]
Front Porch Sessions: Snapshots During Our Stay-at-Home Order
When COVID-19 hit and the Illinois stay-at-home order was put in place, life was put on hold. Among the many industries that took a big hit, the wedding, event and photography industry saw their work for the foreseeable future essentially disappear overnight. But, as many of us have seen, a lot of good has come out […]
The Front Steps Project in Marin County
The Front Steps Project started the day shelter-in-place took effect in the Bay Area on the other side of the country, in Needham, Massachusetts. Boston photographer Cara Soulia and her friend Kristen Collins wanted to highlight the faces of their community during a time when they would otherwise not be seen — within 24 hours, […]
