How to Plan a Gap Year: The Ultimate Guide

Have you heard your child’s school counselor or other parents mention a “gap year,” but you’re not quite sure what it is and all that it entails — and, most importantly, whether it is a good idea for your young adult? Let us help demystify the gap year and guide you in the right direction. […]

How to Restore, Revive and Thrive in 2022

The New Year is a time most people associate with reflection, reinvention and, most importantly, resolutions. Each year, there is one resolution that tops most people’s lists — “Be my best self,” whether that entails getting organized, reading more or making healthier choices. Below, find our comprehensive guide to all things health and wellness to […]

Spring Cleaning Guide: Tips for an Organized Home

Organizing a room, let alone an entire house, can be a daunting task. But, as we continue to shelter at home during the pandemic, organizing and freshening up your space can help breathe new life into it—and make staying home and staying safe more bearable. So, seize this opportunity, and before you start your late […]

Guide to Aging Well 2019

Most of us probably think we should eat better and exercise more, but with so many responsibilities vying for our attention every day, it can be easy to fall into bad habits. Here we share expert tips for everything from drinking more water to reducing your risk for breast cancer in hopes of making this […]

Private School Guide: Bay Area

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about private schools in the Bay Area, in Marin and beyond. When you’re thinking about your child’s education, it’s important to consider if a private school is the right fit. The guide below will help you come to understand what types of private schools are available, translate what different […]

Easy Chicago Daycations: Locals Share A Perfect Day in Their 'Hood

Riddle us this: What has the potential to be as fun as a full-fledged vacation but requires little planning, zero packing, and a heck of a lot less stress? A daycation! To that end, we asked three Chicagoland influencers to map out morning-to-night itineraries in the neighborhoods they call home: Evanston, the West Loop, and […]

Faces of Chicago 2018

Welcome to the first annual Faces of Chicago. Below, we introduce you to the people behind the businesses that make our city unique. Every day we cross paths with countless people as we go about our busy lives — some we interact with, while others we merely pass as they peek into a shop window or […]

Guide: Tips for Selling Your House

Putting your house on the market — and actually selling it — can be a daunting task. Fortunately, we’ve spoken with local realtors and experts throughout the years to find out what you need to know to make the process easier. 5 Things That Could Derail Your Home Closing According to a 2015 survey by […]

8 Fitness Tips for Your Healthiest Year Yet

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to start fresh, especially when it comes to your fitness routine. Whether you’re looking for ways to work out at home (it’s seriously cold outside!), start training for a 5K, or want to be prepared to make the most of your outdoor workout come spring, […]