The end of January marks the start of the 2014 Chinese New Year celebration. Festivities last about two weeks and are filled with lavish parades, authentic food and elaborate costumes. All are encouraged to join the Chinese-American community in this lunar celebration to commemorate the year of the horse. Check out the upcoming events to see how you can participate in the festivities!...
Tired of shopping at the same big box retailers week after week? Shake up your routine and visit one of these craft shows while they are in town. You never know what treasures you may find! HoneyCraft Market -- Woodstock February 1 This market is more of a pop-up shop, celebrating local artists, crafters and collectors and their handmade...
Sub Zero temperatures are hard enough to deal with, but we also have the excessively dry air to boot. Being confined indoors exposes you to artificial heat that keeps your skin dry and your throat scratchy. Many people add moisture to the air with humidifiers, but they are often bulky and relatively costly. If you are not ready to make the investment this winter season, here are some...
Don't let the never ending energy of your children rage out of hand. Get out of the house and have fun! Fill your day with events and activities specifically tailored for children, and the sanity of their parents, at any of these fun locations throughout Chicagoland. KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark If you and your family need a little Florida in the...
This brutal winter isn't letting up anytime soon, and you'll need to give your furnace some TLC to keep it running smoothly. Here are a few routine steps you should be taking to keep your home toasty warm. Change the Filter This crucial step unfortunately can be easy to forget. If you have a cold air return furnace you should change the filter on a monthly basis. A h...
