Imagine riding a zipline across the Chicago river into Ping Tom Park. Imagine sunbathing on a new, riverfront beach. Imagine watching live nighttime theater projected onto the back side of the Lyric Opera House, perched atop a floating pavilion. These are just a few of the ideas presented at the River Edge Ideas Lab, an […]
The eclipse may be over for those of us in the United States, but on July 2, 2019, there will be a solar eclipse visible in Asia and South America where many people don’t have the resources to get special glasses to see the phenomenon. Astronomers Without Borders is soon announcing a collection program that […]
Something extraordinary will happen on Aug. 21 in the skies above the U.S. mainland. A total solar eclipse will cast the moon’s shadow along a path across the 48 states. People have been talking about and preparing for this eclipse for more than a year. What makes it so special? Total Eclipse Viewings in the U.S. […]
Updated Jan. 2, 2018 The Illinois Holocaust Museum in Skokie has extended its critically acclaimed fall exhibit, “Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution.” This blockbuster exhibition showcases the life of the music promoter who not only launched the careers of artists including The Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, and The Rolling Stones, but also worked as a social justice advocate as […]
Chicago Botanic Garden opened more than 40 years ago, and now features 385 acres with 27 gardens that have over 2.5 million plants ever-changing with the seasons. It is a constant attraction for those wanting to escape from the city, welcoming more than one million visitors annually. To experience the gardens fully, enter to win […]
It’s pretty common knowledge that running provides an uber-efficient workout: You’ll quickly torch calories (bonus: you actually keep burning those calories after you finish your run); you need minimal equipment (sneakers, comfy breathable clothes, a great sports bra), and you can do it just about anywhere. Running can also help you manage stress and even fight or prevent addiction. […]
Updated March 26, 2018 In the not-too-distant past, Wrigley Field wasn’t what one would call a culinary oasis. Sure, you could find a solid Chicago-style dog, a bag of peanuts, a cold beer, and some lemon ice, but there wasn’t much else to write home about, and much of the food just outside the park was more […]
Blasting down 135D from Mexico City to Oaxaca may well be the most thrilling/horrifying car ride you’ll ever take. For most of the trip, there are two lanes, one going in each direction, and a center lane, indicated with a four-foot “passing lane” for cars going in both directions. We saw many vehicles using this […]
For years at Lake Geneva Canopy Tours, we have been the tale of two buildings. Our equipment room and outdoor hangout spot sat up the hill on our property, while our office and check-in point remained down below, across the street. This made things difficult. Coordinating between the two areas was cumbersome at times, and […]
For the seventh year, our readers have voted for their favorite Chicago-area businesses in 11 categories. But before that, for the first time ever, we asked you to send us your nominations before voting began. We received more than 6,700 nominations! Now that the votes have been tallied, it’s time to announce our Best of […]
