The month of June marks some of the greatest milestones for women throughout history. Exactly 56 years ago, 26-year-old cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to go into space, paving the way for women to take flight. Twenty years later, and two days apart, Sally Ride made history as the first American female astronaut […]
Summer is here, and even though in many parts of the country it’s been unseasonably cool, it’s sandals season and we’re not letting the weather stand in our way. Here are seven of our favorite pairs of sandals made by companies that prioritize eco-friendly and responsible business practices. Now, schedule that pedicure and sandal up! […]
As Chicagoans, we hear about the violence plaguing our city on a daily basis. Turn on the news or open the paper and you are bound to hear about the latest victims of gun violence on any given day. For many of us, these unbelievable statistics have become the norm, all too familiar soundbites that […]
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Manitoulin Secondary School’s Share/Go-green group organized an epic water walk on May 11, 2019. Students and participants raised money and awareness for Me To We’s WE Walk for Water Campaign. They started the walk at 6 a.m. from Misery Bay to M’chigeeng and simultaneously from Wikwemikong to M’chigeeng, culminating in a feast at MSS at […]
“Whether They Are Young or Old, Hungry or Addicted, Homeless or Friendless…” For over 98 years, Catholic Charities has been serving every neighborhood and parish in the Chicagoland area, regardless of religious, ethnic, or economic background. Learn more by watching this video. On April 28, Catholic Charities held its 28th Annual Blossoms of Hope Brunch, […]
Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States will develop Alzheimer’s disease — a progressive, irreversible brain disorder that slowly deteriorates healthy brain cells. Alzheimer’s disease is not just memory loss. It’s the out-of-body experience of being robbed of one’s ability to be mentally and physically present. Dementia does not classify as a disease, but […]
John Graves Shedd was a leader and philanthropist who left his mark on the great city of Chicago. Shedd rose though the ranks from store clerk to president of Marshall Field and Company. Having great pride for his city, Shedd dreamed of Chicago having the finest aquarium in the country. With his initial donation of […]
The Volunteer Center of N.E. Metro Chicago (VC) invites community members and supporters of the VC, its four 2019 honorees, and fans of singer-songwriter Manny Torres to join us on Wednesday, May 22 to celebrate exceptional volunteerism. Held in the unique and charming setting of The Winnetka Chapel, where former VC Board member and event collaborator […]
Once a year, a leading teen earns Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago’s (BGCC) highest praise, the Youth of the Year (YOY) Award. The prestigious honor is a tribute to outstanding leadership, service, and academic excellence. Joshua H., 17-year-old member of the Louis L. Valentine Club in Bridgeport, took the title for this year’s Youth […]
