Whether you’re entertaining out-of-town guests or simply need a break from the hustle and bustle of the season, here are 17 plays in Chicago you won’t want to miss this month and beyond. “Twelfth Night, or What You Will“ Nov. 7 to Dec. 16 William Shakespeare wrote this rom-com 416 years ago, and yet, like […]
Grab that crazy aunt or uncle (everyone has at least one), throw on your ugliest holiday sweater, and get to the theater this month and next for the many films showing during the most wonderful time of the year. If you’re not up for a festive flick, no worries — the eggnog is optional. Gobble […]
From sophisticated silver to funky leopard, Make It Better has some fashionable gifts that can glamorize the life of any woman. So this holiday season, give her something that will deservedly make her shine. Rachel Zoe three chain bracelet Give celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe’s vintage style to that fun and fashionable gal in your […]
I took a no-shopping vow from Oct. 1 to Jan. 1—so, I’m in the final stretch! The last big hurdle? The holidays! By now, I’m getting antsy and my wardrobe could use a good dose of holiday cheer. But I am sticking to my vow. With several special events, plus Christmas Eve looming in […]
The poor economy means food pantries and other service agencies are seeing extraordinarily high demand for food and other items, and here’s how you can help this holiday season. Catholic Charities of Lake County, based in Waukegan, had 12,000 families register to receive Christmas gifts last year. This year, the number is 13,000. The […]
