When it comes to kids and alcohol, the news is mixed. The bad news is that 66 percent of kids have consumed more than just a few sips of alcohol by the end of high school, and over a quarter have done so by eighth grade, according to a clinical report by the American Academy […]
The men in your life can always use something stylish, but don’t forget about the fun. 1. Elephant Tie: Add a bit of whimsy and color to your guy’s wardrobe with an elephant-patterned tie. It comes in a few great color combinations. There’s also a version featuring crabs for the seafaring fan. $95, J.McLaughlin, 567-A Lincoln […]
In the bustle of the holiday season, it’s easy to put off decisions about preschool next fall, but mark your calendar for a special date: On Monday, Dec. 7, online registration begins for the new Chicago Botanic Garden Nature Preschool. Spots are expected to fill up quickly, especially after the first open house on Jan. […]
Satisfy your foodie’s wish-list cravings with these sweet treats. 1. Cooking Class at The Social Table: Sign up for public or private three-hour cooking classes. Dinner themes include country supper, Italian table and French Bistro. The sessions are kept small and are held nightly. Starts at $75 per person, The Social Table 2. Monogrammed Copper Mugs: These mugs are handcrafted […]
If parenting is a pendulum slowly swinging through decades of prevailing trends, it might have just reached the pause — before it sways back away from the current standard of over-parenting. At least that’s what Julie Lythcott-Haims hopes, as the author highlighted at a recent Family Action Network event. As Stanford’s former dean of freshmen […]
When you need to escape the holiday madness (enough with the shopping and over-scheduling), look to the Chicago Botanic Garden. At the Lake Cook Road entrance, you’ll see tall trees wrapped in holiday lights (more than 750,000 LEDs are used in our seasonal displays). And when you look across the North Lake, you’ll see glowing, […]
My father needed to be at the county clerk’s office in beautiful South Bend, Indiana by 4 p.m. to pick up his marriage license. The only problem — he had forgotten the pearl necklace he was giving my mom as a wedding present. After doubling back to Chicago for the necklace, he tried to make up […]
The board game industry has evolved over the years. Newer board games are more than just moving a little figure around a board to collect money or points. Modern board games foster critical thinking, require players to be resourceful, need creativity and tap into players’ imaginations — making them great for family bonding time. With […]
Midwest winters are no joke. Since it’s too cold or snowy for the park, it’s easy to become stir-crazy. These nine play spaces are saviors for kids who need to release some energy — and parents whom have exhausted all options at home. Here are our favorite places to let loose! Growth Spurts Since 2011, […]
If you’ve been to many weddings, you know that the right music can make an otherwise great wedding spectacular. Whether you opt for a live band or DJ, choosing the soundtrack to your special day — and who will play it — can be overwhelming. We talked to some of the hottest music acts in […]
