With the official start of summer only a couple weeks away, what better way to welcome the season of fun in the sun than with a few new pieces to keep your wardrobe sizzling? Staying on trend doesn’t have to mean replacing everything in your closet — a few updated staples and some fab accessories […]
Lake Michigan shines as Chicago’s brilliant blue jewel. The fifth-largest lake in the world, at 307 miles long by 118 miles wide, and with a shoreline reaching 1,640 miles, on a good day this gem of a great lake rivals any ocean. Make a point to appreciate the Third Coast this summer by embarking on […]
Summer is swiftly approaching, and with it, our imminent doom. Just kidding. But seriously, is there anything better than fashion-forward summer shoes that also happen to be good for our planet? Take these from street to beach or anywhere in between, and feel free to brag a little bit if you want. After all, you […]
Summer is finally here, and if you’re looking to take care of your body and soul this season, there’s no better way to celebrate than by taking your workout outdoors. “From the perspective of physical health benefits, being outdoors in direct sunlight triggers the production of vitamin D,” explains fitness expert and nationally certified trainer and […]
The start of summer marks the beginning of a new and exciting blockbuster summer movie season. From action films and comedies to musicals and thrillers, this summer’s lineup will give you plenty of opportunities to beat the heat by enjoying the thrill and chill of the theater. Life of the Party (Now Playing) The hilarious Melissa […]
Learn the POWER OF PLAY this summer at Piven Theatre Workshop! Our week-long intensives are perfect for the family looking for flexible summer fun. Morning workshops with Piven’s highly trained instructors teach students our core technique, which focuses on the value of creative and improvisational thinking, the importance of effective communication skills, and the power […]
Summer means it’s time to pull off that grill tarp and whip up a batch of homemade burgers. But, before you grab that charcoal and lighter fluid, consider this: According to Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), cooking foods — specifically meats — at high temperatures on a grill can actually lead to the release […]
With so much gorgeous summer produce sprouting up daily here in Chicago, the recipe possibilities can overwhelm. These summer salads are a great place to start; they taste fantastic and highlight the best picks of the season in all their glory. Sugar Snap Pea & Fennel Salad Crunchy takes on a whole new meaning in […]
The sun is beginning to set on another Chicago summer, but there’s still plenty to do before fall officially begins. Aug. 1: Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Guided Interior Tour 951 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Take a guided tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s home, or click here to discover additional tours of Robie House, […]
Our 99 Days of Summer series continues with even more festivals, museum exhibits, shows, concerts and more fun that will fill your calendar through Labor Day. So get going! Summer, unfortunately, will be over before we know it. July 1-3: Windy City RibFest Lawrence and Broadway, Chicago The Uptown neighborhood once again plays host to […]
