Whether it’s blustery or bright, embrace all things cozy with fun activities, snuggly clothing, and treats to warm your tummy and your heart. You can gain new artsy skills in an engaging class, find (... MORE
Embrace the pitter-pat of raindrops, because you can still find cheer on a dreary-seeming day. Chase the grey away with an overdue visit to world-class museums and theatrical gems. You can dig into so... MORE
Sparkling bright winter days deliver plenty of ways to play and keep the kids active and happy with lively activities on Chicago’s North Shore. Outside and inside, entertaining and educational, these ... MORE
Chocolatey, warm, and sweet. Wrapping your mitts or mittens around a mug of hot cocoa is one of winter’s finest features. You can cozy up with classic hot cocoa to go, switch it up with new flavors, o... MORE
Invigorating expeditions across wintery landscapes perk up your spirits and energize the body. Explore diverse and marvelous views from deep woods to lakeside beach paths. Gawk at towering metal sculp... MORE
Too often we can become overwhelmed by the holiday season — so many gifts, so many parties — when really this should be a time to enjoy with loved ones and reflect on another year gone by. If you’re l... MORE
The turkey has been carved and the pie has been sliced — now what? After spending so much time planning for (and preparing) your family’s Thanksgiving meal, you haven’t thought much about what else to... MORE
When you look out the window and see rain, it can be easy to resign yourself to a day stuck indoors. However, rainy days are the perfect time to explore Chicago’s North Shore. With so many museums, th... MORE