Category: About Chicago

Corri McFadden for Gateway Green’s Annual Fundraiser: OfficeMax’s Green Tie Ball

September 4, 2012

Have you ever realized that the Chicago expressways always seem to be very clean?  Did you know that it’s not government, but rather private organizations maintaining it?  Chicago Gateway Green beautifies expressways with plants and sculptures while keeping them clean.   Hundreds of thousands of plant life have been added through the years, increasing the standard of … More Corri McFadden for Gateway Green’s Annual Fundraiser: OfficeMax’s Green Tie Ball

RM Champagne Salon

August 17, 2012

All Photographs by Derek Richmond   RM Champagne Salon: The name alone sounds pretty fabulous.  The concept is also great  – a cozy yet classy establishment with great wines and champagnes complemented by small plates, cheeses and salad options.  There’s a lovely outside brick courtyard patio to enjoy the late summer evenings.  Alyssa Stark, the … More RM Champagne Salon

Top 5 Things to Do for a Short Trip to Chicago (If You’ve Never Been)

August 14, 2012

Let’s say you’re just here on business or you’ve only got a weekend in the city and you’ve never been here before.  What are things can you do to really get a great sense of the city quickly?  Here are my top 5 suggestions (in no particular order) for seeing Chicago in a time crunch. … More Top 5 Things to Do for a Short Trip to Chicago (If You’ve Never Been)

What to do this weekend: Festa Italiana & Classical Music in the Park

August 10, 2012

After Lollapalooza, some of us need a break but if you don’t, check out Festa Italiana which starts today at 5PM and runs through Sunday.  To learn more click here. Want something enjoyable and relaxing to do on a Sunday morning?  Check out Classical Music in the Park at 11am.  Bring blankets, a picnic and … More What to do this weekend: Festa Italiana & Classical Music in the Park

The Local Tourist

July 30, 2012

One of the greatest cohesive tools for navigating and exploring Chicago is The Local Tourist.  There’s a lot going on this city and it can be hard to keep up.  So while MetroMix & Thrillist are also great, today I am featuring a fellow local blogger.  Initially a waitress, The Local Tourist turned her love … More The Local Tourist