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Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Do you want to learn something new? If you're trying to find something educational for your family or yourself, you should consider taking a short trip to The Field Museum in Downtown Chicago. Along with being one of the city's most cherished educational facilities, The Field Museum has gained national notoriety for... [Read more...]

Has your list of weekend events evaporated? Are you struggling to find something to do with your family? Unlike many other cities, Chicago tends to have a bounty of new performing arts events each month. From stand-up comedy shows to family-friendly theater performances, residents in Chicagoland have a plethora of live performances to choose from.  If you... [Read more...]

Have you noticed that there is a bevy of commercials and products that guarantee weight loss, but few that advertise ways of keeping the weight off? After you have dieted and worked hard to lose weight, the next major challenge is keeping the weight off and managing your current figure. If you've finally shed the extra pounds from years of hard work,... [Read more...]

Did you make a New Year’s resolution relating to losing weight? If you are one of the thousands of people who made such a resolution, it is time to make good on your commitment. One easy way for you to begin losing weight is to go on a winter walk or jog at your local park or green space. Luckily, I have compiled a list of highly-rated parks in and around Evanston.  Source:... [Read more...]

After the fall harvest, many farmers markets close their doors until the warmer days of spring, yet there are some farmers who continue to grow all year long. Even though the temperatures drop during the winter, some farmers switch their crops to heartier winter produce that can grow into the depths of December. In order to connect the community with fresh... [Read more...]

In this shaky economy, it has become commonplace for families and individuals to do everything in their power to save money. With rampant layoffs and job insecurity, many of us fear wasting our money on finite pleasures. Even though it is important to save money, there are ways to escape your apartment and explore Chicagoland on a budget. Here are a few... [Read more...]

When is the last time you have been pampered? Throughout the week, many of us must balance work, school, and family alongside a plethora of daily chores. These tasks can pile up on you and cause all manners of stress by week’s end. Next time it feels like all of your responsibilities are crushing you, take a break at one of these spas near Evanston.  Source:... [Read more...]

The one thing that Chicagoland residents can agree on is that the Greater Chicago Area gets a lot of snow. Even though the snowfall has not come as early as in years past, the colder months of January and February are bound to bring tons of snow and ice. When the snowfall does arrive; why not help an elderly resident by volunteering with Evanston's Snow... [Read more...]

Have you ever reflected on the numerous unique characteristics we have? Along with being the most intelligent species on the planet, we can also eat a wide range of things. This ability has spawned food followings such as the vegan and vegetarian movement, which involves living on a strict meat-free diet. If you're part of this movement, check out these vegan-... [Read more...]

There are few artistic medium as exhilarating as music. Music has a way of engaging an audience that few other forms of entertainment can match. One perk of living in Evanston is that the residents are close enough to Chicago for the various concerts that come to town. If you're interested in catch a concert this winter, check out these musicians headed to Chicagoland... [Read more...]

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