One of the best things about early April is that you can see something new every day, especially when visiting the Morton Arboretum. As you stroll down the main road, you’ll notice clusters of wildflo...
The Obama Presidential Center is set to open this summer after several years of development, and residents of Illinois will have the chance to visit for free! As part of the Illinois Free Days program,...
Chicago summers can get quite hectic, making it hard to keep track of everything happening in the city. However, what we love most is a relaxed, charming street festival where you can explore art, enjoy a...
Have you noticed the little book-sharing boxes in neighborhoods? Now, a different kind of miniature structure is appearing on the sidewalks of Chicago. These boxes aren't for books; they're for art. Ca...
There is something special about spring. After a dreary winter filled with snow-covered grass, it’s nice to see beautiful, colorful flowers emerging from the ground. It brightens everything before summ...
What if you could touch the Great Pyramid, the Roman Colosseum, and the Berlin Wall—all without leaving Michigan Avenue? At the base of the Tribune Tower lies an open-air museum—featuring fragments of...
Great news for Illinois residents who own a car in Chicago. You can now pay the required taxes and register your vehicle titles at the same time. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced...
If you're nostalgic for a mid-20th-century-style hangout complete with spinning vinyl stools and a stainless steel soda fountain, we have something that might quench that thirst. A specialty soda...
This year, there are many Easter events taking place in the city; however, nothing excites kids quite like an Easter egg hunt. As experts on happenings in Chicago, we’ve compiled a list of the best Easter...
Easter Sunday falls on April 5 this year, which is just two days away! If you need to pick up last-minute groceries, make a quick trip to the pharmacy, or do some shopping, be sure to check which stores a...