Every October we think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign that reminds us to honor survivors and those we’ve lost, and pushes us to help fund breast cancer education and research. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, making it the most common cancer diagnosed in […]
After the 2020 Met Gala was canceled due to you-know-what, we were eagerly awaiting this year’s big night. The 2021 theme was “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion,” which translated to a celebration of American fashion. This left celebrity and high-profile guests with a lot of room for interpretation — was it all about American […]
We’re in the dog days of summer, which is a siren call to us midwesterners that it’s time to take advantage of our short summer season while we can. Whether you’re enjoying backyard grilling or hitting up the beaches of Lake Michigan, here are 10 items we love from local stores that will make those […]
“Plastic-Free July,” a national campaign to encourage the public to cut back on their single-use plastic, kicked off on July 1. Single-use plastic products aren’t just more costly and less safe for businesses and consumers, they also result in disastrous aquatic pollution and contribute to climate change. And the pandemic has only served to increase […]
“Plastic-Free July,” a national campaign to encourage the public to cut back on their single-use plastic, kicked off on July 1. Single-use plastic products aren’t just more costly and less safe for businesses and consumers, they also result in disastrous aquatic pollution and contribute to climate change. And the pandemic has only served to increase […]
We had hot girl summer, followed by our “no-go” 2020 summer and now we are entering summer 2021, which is being joyfully referred to as “hot vax summer.” And boy, is it off to a great start already; with vaccination rates high and Covid-19 cases dropping, cities are fully reopening for the first time since […]
“I can’t believe I’ve lived in Marin County for over 50 years,” Lily Samii remarks as she holds a set of blueprints in her hand. The always well-dressed designer has her dark hair pulled back in a neat ponytail. “It seems like yesterday that I opened LYZ Ltd. in Larkspur. After my retirement and during […]
Elevate your life, work and play with these stylish and practical items from Chicago and North Shore stores. Wonder City StudioCeramic Bungalow Vase/Planter, $300-350 A landmark of the Chicago landscape, these one-of-a-kind charming bungalow vases or planters are sculpted and painted by hand by Katie Lauffenburger in her Ravenswood Studio. Chalet NurseryZags Mocha Woven Wool […]
As we head into 2021 with restrictions still in place, it is important to prioritize supporting our local businesses over big box stores. When spring eventually rolls around, and the vaccine is widely distributed thus lifting restrictions, we want to see our favorite restaurants and local shops still in business. How can you help right […]
When it comes to blank slates, we could all use one after this crazy year. New Years is a time to reset, reevaluate your path, refresh your goals, and start anew. While we’re all ready to say goodbye to 2020 (even as the future remains uncertain) we should strive to let go of all that […]
