Experience a unique family vacation at the luxury all-inclusive resort Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit. Discover this impressive resort on the shores of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where the golden sand and vegetation of the Bay of Banderas captivate your senses. Redefining the all-inclusive concept, Grand Velas offers a holiday experience with exceptional dining options, amazing suites […]
‘Tis the season of festivals! This weekend, stop by the Do Division Street Fest for food, music, fashion and more before shopping the Millennium Art Festival. You can then end your weekend with a glass of wine at the new Lincoln Park Wine Festival. Kids will also love Glenview’s Kite Day, or you can support […]
Summer is the perfect time to visit areas of Illinois you may not typically venture to, especially because each of these locales host street festivals that offer fun for the whole family. Here are just a few of our favorite festivals to mark on your calendar! Old Town Art Fair, Chicago, June 13-14 These neighboring […]
It’s 1922 in Ottawa, Ill., when Catherine Donohue begins working at the Radium Dial Company at the age of 19 to help support her family. She learns how to paint numbers on the faces of wristwatches and pocket watches and soon forms a strong friendship with three other women, Charlotte, Pearl and Frances. The four […]
Warm weather is back, and so is our 99 Days of Summer! Filled with new museum exhibits, wine tastings, concerts, festivals, kid-friendly activities and more, you’ll find something fun to do every day this summer. We’ve even suggested a few events that will take you out of town. However you decide to spend these warm […]
Aug. 1: Kelly Clarkson Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont Kick off August with the original American Idol and her special guests, Pentatonix and Eric Hutchinson. Aug. 2: The Biggest Loser RunWalk Chicago Half Marathon/5K Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago Register today for this half marathon/5K that will also feature a […]
Opens July 1: Hamill Family Wild Encounters Brookfield Zoo 8400 W. 31st St., Brookfield Get up close and personal with animals such as parakeets, wallabies, goats, red pandas, llamas, alpacas and reindeer at this new Brookfield Zoo exhibit. July 1-5: Eyes to the Skies Festival 1825 Short St., Lisle Look to the skies as hot […]
May May 25: “Chicago Styled: Fashioning the Magnificent Mile” Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago Fashionistas, spend your long weekend getting an inside look at what made the Mag Mile one of the most recognized and fashionable streets in the world. The exhibit closes Aug. 16. May 26: PTC Classic Car Show Patty […]
Enjoy your time off with a trip to Barrington for their art festival, now in its sixth year, or stay closer to home with fireworks and a music festival in Chicago. You can even ride your bike along Lake Shore Drive. Plus, Chicago Botanic Garden’s outdoor butterfly garden will open for the season. And stay tuned […]
Enjoy the fresh air, sunshine and ocean breeze during a healthful getaway to Santa Monica. Outdoor recreation in this beachside city is a must and complemented by relaxation and nutritious food. Countless cafes peddle raw food and cold-pressed juices and yoga culture is out in full force. The local dry cleaners offers a special on […]
