Seventy-five of Chicago’s finest chefs joined over 600 corporate and community leaders Feb. 1 at the Field Museum for the city’s premiere culinary benefit, Grand Chefs Experience. The annual Cystic Fibrosis Foundation gala supports the foundation’s mission to find a cure. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that affects 30,000 Americans. The 2019 Grand […]
Chicago is home to some of the greatest museums and cultural institutions in the world. Ready to start exploring? Whatever your interest, there’s a place on this list guaranteed to open your mind and engage your senses. The Big 10 Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, 312-922-9410 Housing over 40 million artifacts, the museum […]
Staying around town this week? It’s no reason to sit home—there’s plenty to do in the city and ‘burbs over spring break. We’ve got five great itineraries you can mix and match depending on the weather: Day 1: Take an architectural tour. The Chicago Architectural Foundation offers amazing experiences by bus, by train and by […]
In town for the holiday weekend? There are a bunch of great ways to celebrate summer’s swan song in Chicago and the suburbs—from sports to song, fairs to fun runs. You’re certain to find something for everyone in the family to enjoy. And with an extra day, more time to do it. Here are our […]
School’s (almost!) out, summer’s on and the kids want to know what’s next. If you’re looking to entertain, here are 5 exhibits for sure-fire fun. The best part? They also can stave off that summer brain drain. *Note: Special exhibits usually require a separate ticket or admission fee. If you are a museum member, you […]
It’s the dreaded word: staycation. Sure, we all dream of sunny beaches and 4-star hotels, but not everyone can make it out of town. And let’s face it—Chicago’s pretty exciting. Maybe this is the year your friends and family have targeted you for a visit. So, whether it’s the kids who are home from school […]
It’s the dreaded word: staycation. Sure, we all dream of sunny beaches and 4-star hotels, but not everyone can make it out of town. And let’s face it—Chicago’s pretty exciting. Maybe this is the year your friends and family have targeted you for a visit. So, whether it’s the kids who are home from school […]
Get your kids reading (and loving it) with these easy tips. 1. Turn Reading into an Adventure “Make books come alive and strengthen your children’s comprehension skills by turning stories into real world activities,” suggests Anna Piepmeyer, director of literacy programming at Open Books. Activities can be as easy as whipping up a batch of […]
“And they’re off,” my husband responded when I mentioned spending Sunday at Arlington Park. He recounted fond memories of past trifectas won and almost won, but after a recent weekend at Arlington, he has a whole new set of family memories. The Gentile Park The grounds are an expanse of fabulous manicured lawn, landscape and […]
It’s the summer of large mammals at the Field Museum—and we’re not talking just about Sue. Two special exhibits, “The Horse,” and “Whales: Giants of the Deep,” are well worth a day trip downtown. “The Horse,” open through August 14, provides more than just a glimpse at the majestic beast. Especially impressive are the life-sized […]
