Even 31 years after its release, “Home Alone” remains a beloved Christmas classic, and it is simply impossible to separate the film from the iconic house, located right in Winnetka, where all of Kevin’s mischief takes place. To celebrate the release of the new film “Home Sweet Home Alone” on Disney+, the “Home Alone” house […]
Whether your guests are gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan or observing a keto diet, this holiday menu offers delicious dishes everyone will enjoy.
This holiday season, we selected gifts that all the kids in your life (big and small) will cherish. Smaller Things Chicago Pajamas, $38 Designed in Chicago, Smaller Things Chicago Pajamas celebrate our favorite city. The print includes the “L”, The Art Institute of Chicago’s Lions, a Chicago-style hot dog, and more. Even better, they are […]
These products that will make your family movie nights that much better. Barefoot Dreams CozyChic® The Mandalorian™ Throw, $194 Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 Michigan Ave., Chicago Who better to help keep you warm while you stream than the ultimate Disney+ darling, Baby Yoda? This buttery soft and machine washable (helpful when you have messy popcorn […]
This November, rekindle your holiday spirit as some of Chicago’s most festive traditions such as Zoolights, the Christkindlmarket, and the city’s Thanksgiving parade make a highly anticipated return. Theater and music aficionados can also look forward to the premiere of several Broadway productions, plays, and concerts. Here are 30 of the best things to do […]
Minimalism has become a trendy topic this millennium but exploded to the mainstream with Marie Kondo‘s 2014 book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing”. The concept has been around for a while, but Kondo’s New York Times bestselling book brought to light what many Americans had been feeling […]
This weekend is packed with festive and unique events for all ages and interests!
Everyone old enough to remember the Sept. 11 terror attacks has a story about where they were when they saw or heard the news and their reaction in the immediate aftermath. Hearing these stories, from different people at different stages in life, help us gain understanding about the tragic events of that day. These perspectives […]
As long as Linda can remember, she felt like she was in competition with her three older siblings. Growing up in Wilmette, she remembers that they were “better at everything — sports, academics, more friends… you name it,” she says. “I always felt like I didn’t measure up.” But looking back, she doesn’t place blame entirely […]
Tiffany Dufu’s life’s work is advancing women and girls. Previously, she ran The White House Project, she was on the launch team for Lean In and she was Chief Leadership Officer to Levo. Throughout her career, she’s had a crew supporting her and holding her accountable to achieve her goals. During a conversation with a […]
