This weekend, see new shows at Chicago Shakespeare Theater and Piven Theatre Workshop, watch one (or more!) of 150 movies at CIMMfest, find garden inspiration and antiques at Chicago Botanic Garden or dine at some of the area’s best restaurants. “Othello: The Remix” Opens April 12 Chicago This is the first weekend of the Q Brothers’ […]
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Takes Date Night to Another Level Move over, date night. Date day is where it’s at. If you’re looking to spend some daylight with your special someone, check out the romantic experiences offered at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Covering 1,300 acres in the scenic Wisconsin […]
In search of the perfect destination for an adult weekend with the girls, guys or that special someone? Miami promises culture, delicious cuisine, the hottest nightlife and some of the most glorious weather in the states. Now that spring break has passed and with it Florida’s peak winter travel season, take advantage of lighter crowds […]
Have you started realizing you sound like your mother a little too often? This might mean it’s time for you and the kids to change things up a bit. Often a quick escape to fresh surroundings does the trick nicely. “When everyone starts acting squirrely and I feel that ‘Calgon, take me away’ moment coming […]
Being “married with children” doesn’t mean abandoning girlfriend getaways and guys-only golf outings. In fact, it’s more important now than ever to step away to reminisce, recharge and invest in those friendships — they’ll remain long after your children have grown and flown. Aside from tightening the bonds, trips with longtime friends help you reconnect […]
Despite the weather, this weekend will feel like spring (and maybe remind you that summer is actually coming) thanks to two food and drink festivals in Chicago and Glenview. You can also hear from Northwestern alumni in Evanston, see The Second City Improv All-Stars in Winnetka and visit an exhibit on the disability rights movement at […]
Reflecting on a lifetime of visits to the zoo triggers vivid recollections of colorful sights, odd smells, and emotions ranging from childish amazement to adult amusement. April 8 marks National Zoo Lovers Day, and the Lincoln Park Zoo is celebrating its residents and patrons. “I cherish the zoo for the look of wonder and excitement […]
Boston has always been a haven for history buffs, and it remains so: just take the Freedom Trail to see exactly where those irate revolutionaries threw an impromptu tea party back in 1773. It’s also the undisputed college mecca of the East Coast — studyboston.com puts the number of Boston-area college students at 250,000. But […]
Robert Falls will celebrate 30 years as artistic director at Goodman during the theater’s 2016/2017 season, titled “Essential Goodman.” Falls will direct “Uncle Vanya,” a Chicago premiere adaptation, and “Ah, Wilderness!” Other season highlights include world premieres “The Magic Play,” “King of the Yees,” “Objects in the Mirror” and “Lady in Denmark,” and Chicago premieres […]
Lee Eisenberg, best-selling author of “The Number” and former editor in chief of Esquire magazine, has written a new book, “The Point Is: Making Sense of Birth, Death, and Everything in Between,” which grapples with the ongoing search for meaning and fulfillment in life. Make It Better recently had the opportunity to ask Eisenberg about our […]
