Downtown Aurora's performing arts center is far more than a house for touring shows. Its Broadway Series is drawing audiences from a wide geography – and the admiration of Chicago's top theater critics. ...

It's a big job preparing your home for the holidays, but there are businesses in our region that help to make the season bright -- and do so easily. We caught up with a few to learn what it takes to make a great holiday home. ...

It's the most wonderful time of the year to experience Elgin Symphony Orchestra. Get a glimpse of what's on the lineup for the holiday season. ...

When Midway Village Museum holds its annual World War II Days this September, it will bring together the largest such re-enactment in the Midwest. Find out what activities are available this year and how you can experience living history. ...

Guided by a vision to sell meaningful, long-lasting toys that truly encourage a child’s development, this mother-daughter duo have staked a strong position in a rapidly changing marketplace. ...

An estimated 5.7 million people are living with dementia, yet few know how to handle the challenges that come along with it. White Oaks, in McHenry, provides care for dementia patients and resources for their families. ...

Success on the polo field requires both strength and smarts – and Megan West is mastering both. Meet this dynamic young athlete and discover how she's helping to make polo accessible to all. ...

This eatery hasn’t changed much since the early 1950s. Find out why this place is more than just a typical restaurant and learn why the owner is just fine with patrons leaving their phones in their pockets. ...

These are the holes that test golfers’ souls – the meanest holes to be found at some of our region’s top courses. With some help from area golf pros, we look at the anatomy of these dastardly layouts and the strategies that enable the patient golfer to prevail. ...