What makes a neighborhood? This question has been at the forefront of my mind during this season of One Book, One Chicago which explores the theme of "Neighborhoods: Our City's Bedrock." With this theme in mind, I've reflected on my own experiences as a native Chicagoan and what I've realized is that every neighborhood is…
5 Articles About Fasting: Food, Screens and Money
Like many people, I often view the new year and the Lenten season as opportunities to develop a new habit or break myself of a bad habit that negatively impacted me in the previous year. The habits and goals that I choose vary from year to year—sometimes I focus on a specific diet trend, other…
Top Picks: Al Pacino
Over his five decade career, Al Pacino has starred in films ranging from a mafia crime boss to Nazi hunter. If you’ve recently watched the Oscar nominated film Once Upon A Time In... Hollywood or are currently binge watching his new Amazon Prime series Hunters, then you're well aware of this actor's talent to transform…
Recycled Holidays: Help Save the Earth with Upcycled Gifts
With the holidays just around the corner, Dana recommends crafting books that are eco-friendly and perfect for gift-giving inspiration.
Read Like a Friend: What Would the Friends Characters Read?
In honor of the 25th anniversary of Friends on September 22, here are Dana's recommendations for what each character might be reading today.
Top Picks: Richard Gere
What’s your favorite movie starring Richard Gere? If you’re anything like me, it could be a tie between a romantic drama and a crime film. After all, sometimes you’re in the mood for a feel-good film in which the guy gets the girl; other times, a good old-fashioned crime of passion flick is just what…
Top Picks: Meryl Streep
When it comes to acting, it’s hard to imagine a more critically acclaimed and genre fluid actor than Meryl Streep. With 21 Oscar nominations and three wins for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, she has done everything from period dramas to comedies, musicals to romantic dramas. With Streep turning 70 on June 22, here…
Green Business in Chicago: 5 Articles for Small Business Week
With spring in full bloom, it’s a great time to think about how green initiatives and sustainability impact our urban environment. So, in honor of spring and Small Business Week, which begins May 5, let’s take a look at a few green business and green jobs that exist right in our own city. You can…
Read Like Cupid: Books for the Amateur Matchmaker
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you might be wondering what the world’s favorite matchmaker is up to. Always on the lookout for the latest trends in matchmaking, Cupid reads a lot about what makes a good romantic match. Fortunately for us, he’s willing to share his favorite books so that you too can…
Rocky Balboa and Creed Fandom
To celebrate the release of the upcoming Creed II movie on November 20, check out these films that feature underdog boxers looking for redemption in the ring. For die-hard Rocky fans, nothing says underdog like the 1976 film. Rocky Balboa is a small-time boxing club fighter who pays the bills with a part-time muscle man…
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