The artistic director of a theater company is like the captain of a ship. A captain can’t do everything but must be sure everything gets done. Tasks include overseeing the budget, choosing the repertoire, hiring actors, set designers, costumers and directors. The men at the helm of two important North Shore theaters—BJ Jones, now in […]
Chocolate makes most women’s hearts pitter-patter a little faster; especially on Valentine’s Day. These chocolate shops on the North Shore are splurge worthy.
New book by Wilmette resident captures the humor of sending your kids to overnight camp The following is excerpted from the foreward of Falanga’s book, which hits book stores in May 2010. The idea of collecting hilarious letters that kids wrote home from overnight camp came to me a few years ago when I received […]
Reward yourself with great theatre this winter. This critic’s picks for February could not be more different. We’re highlighting a five-time Tony Award winning family drama downtown, a heartwarming comedy from the Great Depression playing in Skokie, and a sophisticated cabaret show in Glencoe. Select your own favorite, or attend them all—as a reward for […]
Ginger has a long tradition as an aphrodisiac. This version of gingerbread is so easy, you might serve it to your sweetie more than once a year. To really make it sexy, add a little lemon zest or grated fresh ginger to the whipped cream. Spicy fun. Serves: 9 (or two tonight and leftovers tomorrow) […]
“Good design involves a lot more than picking out materials,” says Mick de Giulio. And he should know. Since founding de Giulio Kitchen Design in 1984, the North Shore resident has created more than 3,000 kitchens and has clients across the nation. He is also currently the creative force behind product lines for other companies, […]
Did you know that the entire North Shore was almost in Wisconsin? When Illinois was granted statehood in 1818, the originally proposed border was moved about 60 miles north, so the new state would have a little bit of Lake Michigan shoreline. This is the kind of fun fact that surprises even lifelong North Shore […]
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Trying to decide if you should send your kids to camp? Consider the following benefits: 1. Outdoor exploration Camps foster children’s connection with the natural environment. 2. The opportunity for unstructured play Dr. David Elkind says: “The traditional summer camp recognizes that play is a powerful form of learning that contributes mightily to the child’s […]
Ask anyone why they moved to the North Shore, and chances are, outstanding public education is at the top of the list.
