All Entries in the "Art and Lifestyle" Category
SAIC Spring Art Sale
I would very much like to be one of those people – who have original works by amazingly talented artists in their homes and sleep on big piles of money. Unfortunately, I am not one of those people – but it doesn’t mean that I can’t get enough of art. Fortunately, that’s where the twice [...]
The Cubs Season Cometh
Hear that? It’s the crisp sound of the first Old Style being cracked open on the Cubs home opener at Wrigley Field on Monday, April 12th. After five long months of baseball-lessness, the Cubbies are back in the Friendly Confines hoping their 162-game road leads to post-season glory in October. White Sox Fans, Southsiders, and [...]
More CHIRP, Less Tweet
With spring right around the corner (allegedly), the sounds of birds chirping outside our windows is sure to soon greet us. And this spring, they’ll have company. Chicago’s diverse independent music scene has a new voice joining the chorus; only that voice is more CHIRP, less tweet. Launched in January, CHIRP Radio is Chicago’s only [...]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
The green movement is in full swing these days, but it never ceases to amaze me how many little opportunities to make a difference for the planet get passed over. So, what can you do to make a difference? Reduce Your Waste — Reusable bags are where it’s at these days, and using them can [...]
Profiles of Real Suburbanites – Alyssa
Name: Alyssa Age: 22 Current suburb: Naperville Hometown: Naperville Occupation: Reading teacher Why the suburbs? I like living near a big city, not in one. I studied in Rome in college. Although I loved the hustle and bustle for a little while, I missed living in my size town (about 145,000). Naperville has plenty to [...]
Profiles of Real Suburbanites, Renee and Erin
The question I hear the most as a 20-something suburbanite is, “Why?” Why the suburbs? Why not the city? I have friends in the suburbs, so it’s obvious I’m not the only 20-something who prefers it out here. So I’m launching a regular feature, Profiles of Real Suburbanites. Today’s column will feature two of your [...]
Commiserating with your Commute
I am the queen of commuting and let me tell you, there’s nothing I hate more. Commuting is NEVER fun in Chicagoland. I have had three jobs since moving to the area and all have been 20-45 miles from home. Commute #1: Hoffman Estates to Grayslake (aka Now I know all the shortcuts to Six [...]
‘Tis the Season for Love
The holidays can be a stressful time for couples when it comes to gift giving. The pressure to find that perfect, inspiring gift your significant other can become overwhelming. Take a few steps back and breathe! This is the season for sharing memories with loved ones. Isn’t that worth a lot more than a $100 [...]
Holiday Shopping on a Budget
I have a very large family. My parents are divorced, and they both remarried. So, in addition to my two siblings, I also have six step-siblings. They all have spouses. And now there’s children too. Plus, I’m married, so I’ve got the whole in-law thing. Seriously, the holidays could break my bank if I let [...]
17 Reasons Why I Love Chicago
Midwestern friendliness prevails among Chicagoans. We have alleys! And this means we don’t put all of our trash on the street, we have more windows and can squeeze a few extra parking spots in too. We have tons of “transplants” which make Chicago a melting pot of cultures and ideas. Our Italian food rocks! I’m [...]
