Whether you’re celebrating Women’s History Month; the traditions of St. Patrick’s Day; or merely the resurgence of spring, Chicagoland is blossoming with events and celebrations of community, food, art and more — for everyone. For those who patiently waited for the winter blues to pass, the time has come to explore the city once again. […]
After the post-holiday slump, February gives us plenty more to look forward to — like celebrating Black History Month and Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re looking for something new to do, want to celebrate the love in your life or just want a fun-filled weekend, there’s something for everyone in our list of the best things […]
New year, new you? New year, new adventure? No matter what you have your sights set on in 2023, it’s never been a better time to explore what’s new in Chicago and the suburbs, from new museum exhibits and classes to new shows and live theatre, to new bites and sips at Chicago restaurants. Sound […]
The holiday season asks a lot of us. From shopping, to holiday events, to get-togethers — how do we squeeze the most out of this festive time before it passes us by? To help solve this seasonal problem, Better has conjured up a list of the best 31 things to do in Chicago this December […]
“It’s remarkable how just about everyone I know is somehow connected to Alzheimer’s” says Keely White, a young and energetic volunteer who is passionate about volunteering for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s – San Francisco. The SF Walk will take place on November 5, 2022 at Pier 27 with a scenic Walk route along […]
“It’s remarkable how just about everyone I know is somehow connected to Alzheimer’s” says Keely White, a young and energetic volunteer who is passionate about volunteering for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s – San Francisco. The SF Walk will take place on November 5, 2022 at Pier 27 with a scenic Walk route along […]
While for some, leaving behind summer in Chicago is an annual grievance, for many others it means fall is here and with it all the cozy, colorful and tasty things there are to love about this time of year. As we bid farewell to the heat and welcome the briskness of autumn, read on for […]
Dear readers, not to alarm you, but our precious days of summertime Chicago are slyly approaching their end. When the twinge of fall air sweeps across the city, that can only mean that the roll-out of autumnal activities is soon to follow. But lovers of summer needn’t worry — as we straddle both this season […]
Break up your everyday routine with a dose of summer merriment this August. With a number of inaugural events and others that support local organizations, it’s never too late to start new traditions that benefit you and the community. Whether it takes you to the suburbs or the heart of the city, you are sure […]
Celebrate Juneteenth amongst festivals like Novato festival feature events from art, music and so much more.
