Just who do you think you are? That’s a question lots of people are asking — about themselves. A genealogy craze has led to the popularity of Internet sites like ancestry.com, which now has more than 2 million registered users. Travel is another great way to feed this fascination with family, and to explore your […]
Looking for something to do this October? Check out these fun and spooky Halloween attractions: Every weekend in October Fright Fest Six Flags Great America Gurnee $34.99- $44.99 Online Admission, $59.99 Gate Admission Every weekend in October (with some weeknights as well) Fear City Chicago Not for families and kids, this one is teen + […]
Is that a long weekend coming up on your calendar? There are several chances to make a quick escape during fall and early winter—make the most of it with a trip to Washington, D.C. Why D.C.? Why not? It makes for a great family experience, offers living history lessons for you and the kids, is […]
Do you like a good scare? October is the month for you—and you don’t have to limit the fun to a single visit to your local haunted house. Chicago is home to a number of historical trips and tours designed to entertain and educate. 26th Annual Edgar Allan Poe Readings A classic way to […]
Is there anything more special than a vacation with your daughter, especially one in Paris? Made all the sweeter by a shared love of shopping, gallery hopping and good food, it’s the trip we wish for all of our readers. Some things you should know: You are unlikely to find bad food in Paris. […]
Rock climbing, camping, hiking—close-by Wisconsin has all of these great outdoor fall activities. Devil’s Lake This state park is about 3 1/2 hours from most of the North Shore, so it’s not a one-day destination, but it’s a great weekend trip. If you’re a hiker or rock climber, it’s really the only nearby location that […]
Ah, September. The kids are back in school, and you have some free time on the calendar—free time to spruce up your fall wardrobe. The Glen Town Center is a great destination for all things shopping, and with the leaves just turning, a great place for an outdoor adventure. Via Gelato Via Gelato is the […]
The heat is easing so break out of your air-conditioned house, and get into the wild. The North Shore has many wonderful nature preserves to explore. As this video shows, from a compact urban oasis to a sweeping expanse of pristine lakefront, you can find a perfect spot to experience our area’s beautiful landscapes in […]
For a fun-filled family day, take a trip to Lincoln Park. Below are some of our favorite places in this great north-side Chicago neighborhood. Sweet Mandy B’s Pop into Sweet Mandy B’s for an afternoon treat! Cindy Levine‘s adorable sweets shop is one of the most delicious old-fashioned comfort shops in Chicago. Well-known for its […]
Once a wealthy lead mining town in the 1800s, Galena, Illinois is beloved by history buffs, nature fans and romantic retreat seekers. When the mines petered out, Galena fell into a sleepy decline—its saving grace. Today, history-rich Galena is thriving, known as “the town time forgot.” Historic hotels and B&Bs abound here. For centrally located […]
