What’s life without a little adventure? And what’s summer without at least a little travel? Take the family along on our brand-new scavenger hunt and spend a day, a weekend or the rest of the summer exploring new scenery, digging up new clues to our past and encountering more than a few fun ways to reconnect with each other. ...
If you’re on the hunt for new flavors and unique experiences, we have great news. These six local distilleries offer everything from traditional vodka and whiskey to barrel-aged gin, making every craft spirits aficionado in the region sit up and pay attention. ...
The Civil War General and 18th U.S. President lived in northwest Illinois for only a few years, yet two centuries after his birth his story remains enshrined in his former hometown. ...
We all feel the call in different ways, but for these Kane County women there was an undeniable pull to help others. With a little soil, some seed and lots of helping hands, Glory Gardens and the Rising Lights Project are feeding body, mind and soul – not just for a growing base of volunteers but also for the communities ...
You’ll find turtles in wetlands all across the world, but there’s only one part of the globe where the Blanding’s turtle makes its home, and the Chicago area is one of its favorite places to dwell. Although development is creating challenges for this unique species, there’s plenty of hope in the work of local conservationists. ...
When the summer air gets hot and muggy, there’s something cooling and refreshing about a getaway to the lake or river. Luckily, we have plenty of them nearby. Before you go planning your summer retreat, study up on some of the best ways to play, whether that’s staying at a resort, buying some property or planning your playtime. ...
Every spring brings with it the arrival of new life. This miracle of nature comes in shapes big and small, and always right on time. Nature photographer David Olson has spent many years capturing the innocent moments between animals and their tender young, and here he displays some of his favorite aww-worthy scenes. ...
The right combination of function, color and accents makes these showstopping kitchens – and their adjacent spaces – a source of pride for these suburban families. ...
It was a cold, but not very snowy winter when a Hollywood crew converged on Woodstock to produce what became a cult classic in cinema. Thirty years later, Groundhog Day is far more than a beloved film. It’s the heart of a family-friendly winter festival, the inspiration for a stage play and a chance for Woodstock to repeat its 15 ...
Just because the fields are bare in winter doesn’t mean our local farmers have nothing to do. Step inside any of our region’s top indoors markets and you’ll be tempted by a wide array of fresh produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, and much, much more – all of it offered by local businesses that pride themselves on offering fresh-from-the-farm goodness. ...