For some women, Mother’s Day is more hotly anticipated than a birthday or anniversary. It’s the one time all year you can expect some pampering and praise—you’re Queen for the day. Here are a few great flicks to inspire: “The Queen” (2006) Helen Mirren, Michael Sheen PG-13 I’m not sure if I’d want to own an […]
If asked, the mom in your life will probably tell you she wants nothing more than a homemade card and a hug for Mother’s Day.
With May comes celebration of the hardest job on the planet—motherhood. What better way to say thank you to the woman who facilitated one’s worldly existence than the gift of live theatre? These Chicagoland offerings deserve to be included among this May’s flowers. MARRIOTT LINCOLNSHIRE THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES “JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT” […]
Sure—for many, Mother’s Day is best spent hanging out with the family. So why not squeeze in a little girlfriend get-together earlier in the week? If you need to give the husband and kids an excuse, here’s one: Cinco De Mayo. That’s right, it’s time to celebrate the Battle of Puebla—really! If you and […]
Want to give Mom a great gift for Mother’s Day? What about a mother-daughter theater afternoon or evening? We’ve combed May offerings on stages in Chicago and the suburbs, and found several options to suit various tastes. Broadway Mom “Spring Awakening” May 8-13 Ford Center for the Performing Arts, Oriental Theatre 24 W. Randolph St., […]
Massage—the very word includes “ahhh.” Americans love the bliss and benefits of massage. Each year, we dole out nearly $12 billion on massage and related therapies, according to the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine. With Mother’s Day just around the corner—as well as yard work and spring cleaning—we thought it was a good […]
We looked beyond the old standards (“Terms of Endearment,” anyone?) to bring you movies that will intrigue both mothers and daughters. Minimal tissues required! Freaky Friday Rating: PG The best way to understand your mom is to spend a day in her shoes, as we learn from this wild, family-friendly film. The original, circa […]
Send sunshine Mom’s way with homemade Mother’s Day gifts she can enjoy all summer long.
I love to eat out. Any meal, it’s a pleasure to sit and read a menu and have someone else turn raw ingredients into beautiful plates of food. Except for Mother’s Day.
