Enjoy nine days of winter fun, family, entertainment, and more than 20 exciting events celebrating winter, art, and enjoying the great outdoors throughout the beautiful Lake Geneva Region during Winterfest. Don’t miss this great festival offering time away from city life for a week beginning Jan. 27 through Feb. 4. Celebrate with the family by […]
Happy 2018! A new year signifies the perfect time for a fresh start. We embrace the clean slate we’re given and seize the opportunity to make positive changes in our lives. You’ve probably already noticed that at Make It Better we’ve been doing some reinventing of our own. We made the exciting announcement last October […]
Hello, 2018! Kick off the new year (and get out of the cold!) by learning new skills, exploring a local museum, and seeing Steppenwolf’s latest play before it closes. Old Town School of Folk Music’s New Year Kickoff Jan. 3-6 Chicago Did you resolve to try something new this year? Then head out to Old […]
This is it — the final weekend of 2017. Make the most of it with educational programming at Adler Planetarium and a special sensory-friendly performance of “A Christmas Carol” at Goodman Theatre. Then, say hello to 2018 with New Year’s Eve events in Rosemont, Evanston, and Chicago. Adler Planetarium Pop-Up Programs Dec. 26-30 Chicago For […]
Whether you’re finishing up your holiday shopping or want to entertain out-of-town guests (or kiddos on winter break), here are five can’t-miss events around Chicago and the North Shore this weekend. Winter Carnival Begins Dec. 22 Glenview The Glenview Ice Center will host its 17th annual Winter Carnival through Jan. 7, 2018. Events include the […]
From dramas as chilling as the season to musicals that offer a warm respite, Chicago’s winter lineup has something for everyone. “Blind Date“ Jan. 20 to Feb. 25 This world premiere takes us behind the scenes as Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev negotiate during the final act of the Cold War. The Goodman’s artistic director, […]
To say 2017 was a strange and divisive year would be putting it mildly. The good news is that the past 12 months saw the publication of several phenomenal books that can appeal to a variety of readers, from your in-laws on the opposite end of the political spectrum to your best friend’s sulky teenager. Whether you’re […]
As December rolls along, enjoy holiday fun at Chicago French Market, Northbrook Court, and Gorton Community Center. Plus, skate with Santa in your best “Star Wars” gear at Westfield Old Orchard and explore seasonal masterpieces at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago. Jinglefest Dec. 16 Chicago Visit Chicago French Market for cookie decorating, photos with Santa, a Santa […]
There’s a lot of noise out there. The world is moving fast, and passions are at an all-time high. We think the best way forward is to read, listen, and, when you get fired up about something, don’t just sit there, do something about it! Here are a few stories in the news that have […]
This weekend, continue your holiday shopping at the One of a Kind Holiday Show and Brushwood Center Holiday Art Market and Open House. Or, take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season with a new Medieval Times show, a holiday festival in Skokie, or a concert in Highland Park. One of a […]
