Sports often seem to dominate the conversation when it comes to extracurricular activities for kids. But, what about the kids who want to exercise their creative and cognitive muscles? Turns out, there are some really cool after-school opportunities for school-aged children to build, dream, express – and do. Here are a few of our favorites […]
Elite Wellness Center in Wilmette is seeing growing interest in chiropractic care for children. Studies show that getting regular chiropractic adjustments assists in the treatment of a variety of childhood ailments including aches and pains, ADHD, chronic ear infections, colic, digestive issues, and sleep cycle disturbances. The safe and gentle techniques used by Dr. Duke […]
Sara Montmorency grew up cooking with her mom and grandma, though she didn’t see it as a career initially. So she pursued a fine arts degree in college and then a master’s in business. But, she’s always loved pie, so she returned to the kitchen. After three years of farmers’ market booths (you might know […]
We like neighborhood dinners, family-owned businesses, being the connector, making an impact. So do you. That’s one of the reasons you like Make It Better. Everything we do is intended to make it easier for you to connect with and support the best of your community. It takes a village to keep the village strong. […]
Make It Better’s Best of 2015 drew more than 105,000 verified votes across 10 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #MIBBestof2015. Go-To Eats Brunch Ten Mile House (North Shore) This newcomer has won a legion of fans with their sunny morning meal, not to mention the Hangover Fried Rice. 1700 […]
Urban chic shopping has arrived in the suburbs. Wilmette’s Hubba-Hubba is the new kid on the block, offering boutique uniqueness without the trek into the city. Discover clothing for all occasions alongside a revolving mix of hand-crafted artisan work, such as homemade pillows, gorgeous framed photographs and stunning statement pieces. The Central Avenue space displays […]
When you walk inside this new lifestyle boutique, don’t be afraid to fall in love with what you see because everything is for sale. Exhibit, which opened in November, is a fully curated apartment-style space filled with furniture, clothing, jewelry and accessories that local owners Mari-Rose McManus and Anne Kelly describe as “mid-century modern meets […]
The phrase “Mind the Gap” was first introduced in London in 1969 to warn rail passengers about the gap between the train door and the station platform.
Downtown Wilmette welcomes another new eatery with the arrival of Couture Cupcake Café. The brainchild of Cathi Volante (who bills herself as “CEO & Cake Artist”), this adorably pink establishment features outstanding cupcakes and made- to-order decorated cakes along with a full Barista bar offering Chicago’s acclaimed Intelligentsia coffee. Only the freshest organic ingredients go […]
James Graham is no stranger to seafaring.
