Evanston is in an affordable housing crisis. Thousands of our neighbors are spending over 50 percent of their income on housing. Nurses. Teachers. Firefighters. People with disabilities. Senior citizens. People who must choose between necessities like food or medicine and keeping a roof over their head. Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser Taste of Evanston […]
On June 10, Chicago Shakespeare Theater held GALA 2019 to award those whose efforts have helped Chicago become a better place through acts of community engagement, artistic leadership, and philanthropy. This exclusive gathering included a cocktail reception followed by a three-course dinner and a dedicated performance from the cast of popular musical “SIX” — Adrianna Hicks, Andrea Macasaet, Brittney […]
The news from the border has been bleaker than ever — children as young as 4 months old are being separated from their parents and housed in what some say are effectively concentration camps, where even basic toiletries are in short supply. If this situation makes you sick, sad, and scared, you’re not alone. But […]
On May 9, after the W flag was flown at Wrigley Field, Chicago Cubs players, coaches, and executives joined more than 800 guests at Navy Pier’s Aon Grand Ballroom for the 9th Annual Bricks and Ivy Ball to support Cubs Charities. This year’s theme was “A Night Under the Stars” and the evening included a […]
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, […]
