On the hunt for the perfect present for your impossible-to-buy-for dad or too-cool-for-school husband? These eight über-stylish Father’s Day gifts are a guaranteed slam dunk. 1. Yeti Roadie 20 Cooler Way cooler than your average cooler, the Yeti Roadie 20 is sweatproof, leakproof, and keeps 14 cans cold for days. $200, Chicago Fly Fishing Outfitters, […]
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day serve as important reminders that parents are to be celebrated — whether by treating them to an indulgent brunch, thoughtful gifts, quality time spent with family, or all of the above. But, for those who have suffered the death of a parent, navigating these holidays can be particularly tough. And, […]
Celebrate Easter this weekend with the Great Chicago Egg Hunt and Easter Wonderland in the city. Plus, an international touring exhibit comes to town, the Chicago Red Stars play for the first time at home this season, and a popular river cruise kicks off its 25th anniversary. The Great Chicago Egg Hunt March 30 Chicago […]
This Valentine’s Day, we challenge you to think beyond the cards and chocolate roses and get a little more creative with a gift for your loved one. From shoes and theater tickets to snuggly blankets, we’ve picked some of our favorite gifts for the most romantic day of the year. Bonus: They all boast something extra special, from local […]
New Year’s Eve is a weird mix of wishful thinking and hard, cold reality. Wishful thinking: You’re going to have the best time of your life tonight because it’s New Year’s Eve and that’s how it works. Just stand there and good things will magically happen. Reality: You forgot to book a reservation/make plans/do any […]
Growing up, New Year’s Eve at my aunt’s house was epic. She just had a way of making a night in feel like a New Year’s rockin’ celebration for my cousins and me. Thanks to her, New Year’s Eve is still my favorite holiday. It signifies new beginnings, fresh starts, goals, rich memories, and yes — fun […]
This holiday season, consider giving the gift of sustainability. According to the EPA, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, household waste can increase by more than 25 percent. And between food waste, ribbons and bows, packaging, and shopping bags, this can mean a 1 million ton increase in landfills. Fortunately, you don’t have to sacrifice […]
The most wonderful time of the year is also the busiest, so it’s always special when you can curl up on the couch with your loved ones and turn on a beloved holiday movie. Here are just a few of our favorites to inspire your holiday movie watching. Tell us what movie you can’t miss […]
On Dec. 6, Make It Better Editor Cara Sullivan was invited to talk about our Better Gift Guide, featuring gifts that give back, on ABC 7 Chicago. Watch her appearance below and then shop our complete guide online. More from Make It Better: Chicagoans Share Their Favorite Holiday Traditions Here’s the Only Hanukkah Latke Recipe You […]
The way you and yours spend the holidays are the moments that define you as a family. And while some customs are passed down for generations, others are borrowed by friends, neighbors, and even strangers. To see how Chicago celebrates — and, perhaps, inspire new ways to toast the season in your own homes — […]
